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HomeMy WebLinkAboutM010676., lanacry 6, •.x976 ' STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) S5. COUNTY OF BUTTE ) The Board of Supervisors met.at 9t0~ a.m.. pursuant to adjournment, Presents Supervisors Cameron, Madigan, Richter and Chairman Ladd, Clif Michelson, Admietistrative Officer; Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, and Clark Aa Nelson, County Clerk by Margie Catt, Board of Supervisors Clerk. Absent: Supervisor McKillap Pledge of allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America 7G-1 iiE-ORGANIZATION OF THE BOARD T e meet ng was ca a to order far the purpose of re~organizatian of the Board, The Clerk declcred nominations•in order far Chairman far the ensuing yearn Supervisor Madigan nominated Supervisor Cameron as Chairman, The motion was seconded by Supervisor Richter. The Chairman asked if there were any further nominations; there being no further nominations the nominations were closed. The Clerk was instructed to call the rollp The Clerk was instructed to cast a unanimous ~a~Eat for 5uporvisar Cameron as Chairman for the ensuing year. Supervisor Cameron moved 'and it was seconded by Supervisor Madigan that Supervisor Richter be Vice Chairman for the ensuing year, Notion carried. Supervisor Ladd welcomed 5upervisorCameron as Chairman of the $oar,d. 76-2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES & RESCIND ACTION ON CHICO DAY CARE CENTER CONTRACT t 'was fioved~y ~ t[p~rvisar a an socon o y Supemsor igan that the minutes o~ December 3'Q~ 1975 be approved as mailed with the change on Page 452 regarding approval of the Chico Day Care Confer. AMtion discussed. Supervisor Madigan said it was his understanding that the Chica.Day.Care-.Center contract. has'been'cai~tfiioncify oTiPrc~ved-air-a-#entative~asis;-~ased-o~n the information to be received cn lar~uary 13, End subject to the 3~ day cancellation clause I~eiraq tnserfod into the contract. additional n rmation will be supplied on lan~ary 13, rotative to the operation ;i---•.~ ..;- - he center. Su~eruisor iradd explained iris views wnceming the mnt[on of - ---- •-•---- ,~ ,.~ ~ ,,D.ecem-bey 30,••f975. ~ollo•c-ciisc~ssio~ of-'tile mbt~n relating to approval ' • „- ~~.:~#,;csf` the contract, Chairman Cameron stated there might be away out of this matter, • ; j ' h :~;pst week's nation could be rescinded and action could be taken an the cantract'•at '~ , ; ,•,.:. • ,~• ~ - '~trext week's meeting. 1 j y i • I ' •`*4•~ J~'7 ~ On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Richter and I ~ `-• _., •'~~arri~d,; ,¢ction on the Chico Day Care Center contract taken December 30, 1975 was ~ - • :.. ' ' :~ic~n~9c~and pctidri was deferred on t3~e contract~unfil January 13, i97b. AYES: ~. ~~ `5i}~~silr's ~lIA; i~ari;;' Richter and Chairman Cameron. NOESs Supervisor Ladd Rol call on motion approving . [I~Gtt~tes of,December 30, 19751 AYESs Supervisors Madigan, Richter, Ladd and Chairman-Carrieron. Absents Supervisor MciGillop Page i. t January 6, 197b January b 197G ; L'S is ~:..~~~~~ ~~0~ ~i'.T. .r.St.. ~TT~C CCC~ C.C.C.-.........~~~~~_ Z 763 COMMUNICATIONS ~ ' quest r wrt taws from proposed Resources Conservation District. Request for 0 0 /r~'a BertF~iaaMoseley,~fnurrpa eels, Placle in~~h copies ga tocCou ~ Counsels, Annual inspection of juvenile detention facilities. Judge Jean Morony, presiding fudge, 0 forwards his annual inspection of the Butte County Juvenile Hall and County ~~ ~j.~ Jai (. Information. Joseph R, Conlin, Chico. Mr. Conlin writes canceming the proposed Sacramento gvenue OQ •~~,t3 Assessment District and states his opposition to widening Stewart' Avenue, To be held for hearing tomorrow evening in Chico. Floyd W. Parr, Chico. Mr, Parr writes regarding the need for afour-wheel drive vehicle G G .~a for the Sheriff in handling the indiscriminate cutting of Christmas trees. ~. R{eferred b Sheriff for study and report back to Board, Katherine Bolles, Oroviilea Ms. Bolles sends notification ~ extend her present Vlrlliamson 0 a.~g.~ Act contract from March I, 1976 to March 1, 1986, Referred to Administrative ~ Officer for answering. Oroville l3icentennia! Committee. The Committee requests the Board to allocate a small room in the Administration Building fio iaermanently displpy an American ~ x 1' ~ ~ ~ ~: Indians' artifacts collection. Discussed and referred to Administrative Officer .. _ ._......_.t....~,... . ro de~erm~~e` re ype~ sp7ay`~hey`a~ ~~tktr~g-`~arbovt: --__..._......~,_~~._.._._. _.._ ....----_..._ .~. City of Gridley, Mayor Hammon advises tFrat the irecently completed census for the City l0 t. ,~/ of Gridley is incorrect, and asks that the census for the City not tae validated, Planning to be requested to report back an this Ttem. To be placed back on agenda. Seniors' Union for Social Justice, 1'he Organization writes regarding a health care problem experienced by Mrs. Ernest Wallace, Paradise. Referred b Welfare Director for his comments. Gross and Company, Inc. Ths Firm, an assignee of A CCorporation, requests a refund of `y , ~ X45.92 from assessment number 57, Skyway Assessment District No. I, ~ ~ 6 ~ County Counsel to look inb this matter and will report back t+o the Baarcl. ~ ! ~,3~iartig, Basfer $ Ray, The Firm forwards the combined County/Grand Jury audit for county ~ ~ .~ ,1, ~ general and revenue sharing audits, Audit filed; comments to be made at later date. Mental Health Advisory Board. Mr. John Pollan, chairman, advises that Mrs, Susan Jones p has submitted her resignation from the Mental Health Advisory Board as a lay 4,a 0 ~ member, and asks that your Board appoint a replacement from the Gridley ar ~j`~ Biggs area. Resignation to be accepted and Supervisor Ladd will bring back suggestions next week. Butte County Comprehensive Health Planning Council, The Council requests that William Talhitzer, ~ pJ $onnie Snow and Doris Weinbaum be appointed to fill vacancies on the Council ~ i) 7 ' with terms ending December 1978. Discussed; appointments put over to Tuesday, Januaryl3, 1976. Superintendent of 5chaols, Mr. John Foster, consultant, requests the Board to authorize ~ ~ O ~pc~ free use of the auditorium of the OroviNe Memorial Hall For a temporary classroom of the Butte County Regional Occupational 13rogram. Referred to Administrative Officer. Retired Public Employees' Association of California. Mr, Fn:d Hackett, president, requests ~' O reconsideration of a'I59b increase in benefits to employees who retired prior d ~ •~ to July 1, 1971, and a b5b cast of living increase. See discussion following communications. Genevieve Y. ~iiovey, Berry Creak. Miss Hovey writes re~arding amending the Pi:RS contract . _.. _. ~ ,, to of low ' ,~n,.~nc a far aoun _e}m~~lo~-ees retirit~g~riior too 1971. ,fie ~iscvssion , ~ .~ I following communications. a'9~: ~ -- 1 b ~ ' January b, 1976 8' L:. ~.. ~C=Ci C T'~~ CT~~.. tr ~C~.'w ~l: ~.. ~r~~T..CT..~C ~ TSC C ~.: .: CC~C^.+tr"t.'. !.. 5.' w County of Siskiyou, The County's Forest Service 'l'imber Access Road Committee, in investigating ex[ressive road and other costs relative to U,S, Forest Service timber sales, requests that the Board furnish information it feels is pertinent to ~ D 0 ~ the investigation, Discussed; referred b Clay Castleberry for answering. County of Ventura. The County forwards its adopted resolution recommending changes in ~ ~ ,pQ the Medi-Cal Program, and asks that the Board adopt a similar resolution. lp Discussed; referred to Dr, Enloe fear study and report back b the Board. Far Northern Coordinating Council on Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities, Inc, The organization writes regarding information and referral services, and the ?~ c f ti ~ ~ ~ ~ r need to expand them an a regional and coordinated basis, To be discussed at meeting on February 13 8, 14th of 9 Northern County Supervisors Association, Northern California County Supervisors Association. The Association requests the names of f ~ p ,1p~ Supervisors to serve on various NCCSA committees for (97~, Administrative Officer to answer letter setting out committees supervisors will serve on. State Department of Parks and RccreatiQn. The pepartment writes regarding the current status ~ap.., pc~_ of the Craig access road. .Discussed; Clay Castleberry will go back to his _... _.._ ,.. : e an w: v++riTe ago ri"To aFtin~aires~fe3" n e rmat`ion al*~~ county service area in that area. 7b,4 DISCUSSION: REQUEST OF RETIRED PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION C-F CALIFORNIA FOR A l5% INCREASE IN BENEFITS Fre c eft, press ent of the Retired Pu>~lic Employees' Association of California, was present to discuss the request for reconsideration by the Boars! of a 1596 increase in benefits fo employees who retired prior to July I, 1971, and a G°lo cost of living increase. Mr. Hackett stated he would answer any questions the Board might have ooncerrring the request. Justification for request set out. Jim RACkerby, Personnel Director, set out the cost, or approximate cost, for this increase if approved. Supervisor Richter felt that any increase in expenditures could be done after all the facts on budgeting ore obtained. This should be discussed at budget time. Chairman Cameron asked if the 8oar<1 wanted to take action now or if this should Ise set aside until budget time, It was the Board's direction that the matter be put over until budget discussions. Mr. Rackerby will obtain the figures and costs and present them to the Board. Mr. liockett stated this has 1+o be done by April Ist, Mr, Rackerby will check on the date of April I relq#ing to this increase. No action taken at this time. 76-5 DISCUSSION: NEW REGULATIONS FOR A1R POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD: ADOPT RESOLUTION 76-I have Stratton explained the ramifications of the new regulations for the Air Ibl lotion Control board, Standards set out. Mr. Stratton stated that due to the new regulations, Butte County might have to enlarge t&:e staff. Growth element will be restricted. Mr. Stratton felt that was the big threat b the County. In answer to the Sward `s question regarding what can be done about these new regulations, Mr, Stratton said the Board would adopt the proposed resolution and have it sent down to the coordinating council. The Board should also get•their feelings regarding the regulations down to the State Legislature, Page S, January B, 1976 On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, Resolution 7G-I relating to new source review regulations for Air pollution was adopted and the Chairman authorized to sign; with understanding that an appointmenf be arranged with a couple of Board members, county engineer and other interested parties with the Legislators that cover this area and with an attempt to get all the help can gef from CSAC and RCRC fio see if they can have some affect on these regulations. 7b-6 APPROVE BUTTE COUNTY ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY, COUNCIL, INC. REQU>=5T & 8~ MAKE FINAL RECOMMENDATION TO STATE MANPOWER PLANNING OFFICE Jim Roc reports on t e awing: A. Butte County Eoanomic Opportunity Council,. Inc. They propose b train 20 Work Experience participants in weather proofing and minor repairing to low income housing units in Butte County. Amount of funding requested is $55,000. 8. Chios Housing Improvement Program. They propose to train Ib students and unemployed individuals in home repair for low Income homeowners in the County areas of the Chico metropolitan area. Amount of funding requested is $53,000. Mr. Rackerby said these applications are not in priority order; they are similar programs, On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, the recommendations of the Manpower Planning Caunail set out above were approved and final recommendation will be made 1n the State Manpower Planning Office in a' letter signed by Chairman Cameron. Ri:CESS: (0:15 Ri:CONVENED: (0:30 7~-7 HEARING: LEO J. FRERiCKS: REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PARCELS Ole -PROPERTY FOR BUILDING AND SEPTIC TANK PERMITS, 2424 FLORAL AVENUE, CHICO. Tire hearing on ~ o . Freric request r approve o parcels of property for building and septic tank permits, 2424 Floral Avenue, Chico, was held at this time. Mr, Frericks set out hie request, stating that this matter has been dragging on far a long time. Soil depth explained. Howard Toussaint, County Sanitarian, did not feel that there is enough soil an the property involved, Supervisor Ladd reviewed the facts relating i+o this request, The parcel map hat been approved subject to conditions and subject to pert tests being made and approved, Mr. Toussaint stated that the pert tests were ail right; soil depth discussed. There is harcl pan soil underneath the surface and there is a water table problem. Problem of the water table discussed. Mr. Toussaint stated that what is being requested by lvlr, Frericks is an exception to the requirements. Dan Blackstock, County Counsel said he did not feel that it was up b the staff _ Page 4. January 6, 1'?7fs _~~~,~_~_ ____-- Januar~r b 1975 to reconsider a complete change of the map. The plan and design iswhat is before the Boarsi. 1f these were to be changed, the applicant would have ~to bring a new map to the Board, Time spent discussing the map and what is before the Board at this time, Mr, Nickelson was requested i+a call Nlr. Lawson, Planning Director, and request that he appear before the Board to explain this map. Matter put over until such time as Mr. Lawson appears. 76-8 pISCUSSION: REGIONAL NARCOTICS TASK FORCE: GIVEN TO GRAND JURY FOR INVESTIGATION OF MATTER S ri G~ is spoke to the Board coneeming operation at the Regional Narcotics Task Force Center. Supervisor Richter said that before Sheriff Gillick sets out his facts, he would like fo make available to the Board members letters relating to this matter and the arrest and conviction statistics that have been compiled by his office. He said he intends to ga over one of tha letters. Copies of the letters and report on the arrest and conviction statistics presented b Board members. Sheriff Gillick made a statement at this time about articles appearing in the newspapers and the review of the matter on TV. He stated that Supervisor Richter had not discussed this mati~r with him or the members of tine Narcotic Task Force prior to his statements last week. It was his feeling this stems from lack of communications. The Narcotic Task Force users council conduct meetir~s to discuss the problems involved. Sheriff Gillick clarified error; that appeared in the news media regarding this operation. Sheriff of Colusa County, John J. Troughton, explained why they had withdrawn from the Task Force, They would like ro conduct their own program if they could obtain the funding for it. If they cannot obtain tha funding, they will stay with this task force. They will continue b work with the task force; they have not had any problems in court on tha matters that the Task Force has assisted them on. Sheriff W, C, Abernathy, Plumas County, a member of the Task Farce, spoke in support of the task force. They have had a lot of dealings with the under cover agents. They have had good success with this operations and hwe a high regard for the people that have been workir~ with the task force. He would like fe see the task force continue. Sheriff Gillick said that before Supervisor Richter reads the letters, he would like b have Mr. Bob Shadley speak about the statistics gathered by Supervisor Richter. Supervisor Richfier requested that the statements be made under oath. It is his feeling that they will be talking about real dangerous and complicated matters. He, ther+efare, requested that the members of the Task Force speak ender oath. Supervisor Ladd said to be fair, the Board members should be placed under oath. The Clerk gwe the oath to Lt. R,abert Shadley, coarclinatvr of the Task Force. He testified as fe the statistics relating to the task force operations, He explained the changes in the law and haw~the arrests are handled, He explained how convictions are obtained on the arrests made far narcotics. Page 5. ,, January 6, 1976 Supervisor Richter read a letter from R,abert Mueller, attorney at law, and filed a copy wNth the Clerk for the official Files. Supervisor Richter requested that Mr, Shadley respond to this letter. Mr. Shadley responded concerning the staf+ement relating to the lass of $800, used far a drug buy. Supervisor Richter requested that the Clerk swear him in at this time. Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, questioned the policy of swearing in the Supervisors. Supervisor Ladd said he felt it was improper to swear in the Board members. Time siaent d iscu~ssing the policy of placing Board members under oath. Supervisor Richter questioned Mr, Shadley about Jerry Johnson. Mr, Johnson !eft the Task Force about a ye ar ago. Reasons for AM. Johnsen leaving the force explained. Sheriff Giliick had his internal affairs man make an investigation of the allegation made against INr. Johnson. Supervisor Richter stated he was bringing this information to the Board to assist the Board in making their decision relative to th8 Task Farce. Mr. Blackstack stated he would advise the witness to answer the questions set out by Supervisor Richter. Upon the question relating b a letter of recommendation for Mr. Johnson, Mr, Shadley stated ho did not remember whether the letter had been written by him. He said #hat Mr. Johnson had not performed his duties satisfactorily and thaF is why he was terminated with the Task Force. Supervisor Richter stated he had transferred to the Sheriff's Department of Butte County. Supervisor Richter stated he had received a telephone tali from a person who would not give his name. The person stated he had heard members of the Task Force discussing the matter of retaliation to Supervisor Richter and Mrs. AAoser. They said they would fix Supervisor Richter and his family; also Mrs. Moser, Mr. Shadley responded to these remarks of Supervisor Richter. He said that no member of N1e Task Force has aver threatened anyone; he felt the call as sat out by Supervisor Richter was ridiculous. He could not believe the call could be true. Supervisor Richter stated that there was a charge of attempted rape of a woman by one of the men involved with this task force; ha does not believe this force is property supervised. Based on hts information, these men were not responsible afFicers, He stated he was unwilling to vote for funding far this farce until it is properly supervised. He would like to have the Grand Jury investigate the activity of this Task force. Mr. Shadley stated that these problems do not exist at this mime. Ha is the supervisor of this Task Farce; it is properly supervised. Supervisor Ladd said that the things that Supervisor Richter has spoken of are down the road; this proves that there was some supervision, Chairman Cameron said that maybe a special meeting should be set b openly discuss the problems of this agency. Sheriff Gillickstated that if the Boarcl wants a Grand Jury investigation of the Task Force, they have his permission to do sa. There is nothing to hide in this Task Farce. Supervisor Ladd questioned Sheriff Gillick aancerning the operation of the Task Farce. Time spent discussing the prabiem of hiring men to work on this task force. Qperation of Task Farce disc~s~e ~~ January 6, 1476 Chief Wes Barrett, Qroville Police Department, said he was disappointed with . the allegations that have been made during #his discussion. All the users have recognized the problems; action has bean taken to correct the pro#lems. TFie allegations relating to supervision were true; there have been problems bvt have been corrected. 5upervisaon is now tight. if there are any~vlolations of~ the manual under which this force operates, there are boll to take care of the violations. Chief Barrett answered the allegations set out in the letter from Bob Mueller. He fees thaF this is tho best~operatlon that the County has ever had, Even with his own department there are personnel problems. These problems have to be dealt with on a dpy-today basis. Tha problem of the twa investigators explained; they are no longer with the task fiorce. if the Board desires b have this operation investigated, then the -Grand.Jury would be the one to do the investigation, Under his opirton, there is nothing b hide in.this operation. It would be fair b all concerned that all the facts be brought oat and aired. !t was moved by Supervisor Madigan, aecohded by Supervisor Richter crud carried, that the problems of the Narcotic Task force and operation thereof be referred to the Grand Jury for investigation. RECESS: l2:ID RECONVENE: 1:30 76'9 APPEARANCE: ANN HOf1GHTON RE ~'EE F'OR LEGAL FQ1~iS FROM GOIINTY CLERK; REFERRED TO AIIDITOR Ann Houghton of the Butte County Legal Services sgpeared to request that the Board waive the fees for the legal forms :for this organization. She explained that the people they handle cannot afford the fee approved by the $oard. Mrs. Houghton excplainsd that they had not budgeted for this cast and that there was absolutely no way they could absorb this Host. 'They request thatth.e fees be waived for this year. Mr. $lackstock suggested that since this organization is financed by the Board, it would be logical to provide the forms free of charge. Supervisor Ladd felt the matter should be Left as is so the transaction could go through the books. Mrs. Houghton cited court cases which she felt indicated that the fees should be waived in indigent cases. Mr. Blackstocic stated that he did not feel it wan a matter of lew. Mr. Lawrence, Butte County Auditor, stated that there is a problem in charging a federally funded program. He stated that the county could only charge for the cost, nothing more. He suggested that this matter be referred to his office. Supervisor Richter moved and it was seconded by Chairman>r Cameron that the fees on the 1ega1 forms be waived for the Butte County Legal Services. Ayes: Supervisor Richter and Chairman Cameron; Noes: Supervisors Ladd and Madigan; Absent: Supervisor McKillop; Nat Voting: none. Motion failed. Matter referred to the Auditor for study. Mike Bush, attorney with Butte County Legal Services, explained some of the costs involved in their operation. He stated that they ob~eeted because they had not been able to budget for this. Page 7, January 6, (978 -______---_____- Jane~ar~!6~ f47b - ----- -__ -- _____= M=--==------~--_ __- 76-10 APPEARANCE: ESTILL EARLE RE MAINTENANCE OF ROAD; TD BE PF~ACED DN AGENDA FOR 3ANUARY 13 Mr. Earle explained that he has been before the Board before requesting that the road in front of his property be maintained. He read a letter he had received from Clay Castleberry regarding the road araiateaance saga on Concave Road that has ceased some confusion in the past. Mr. Earle had a petition of 68 signatures which was not presented to the clerk. Mr. Earle read the heading o£ this petition. Mr. Castleberry stated that he had suggested to Supervisor McKillop that this be looked at during the annual road tour. This road is in the maintained road system of tine county. Supervisor Ladd .felt that roads should be maintained for regular vehicles, not Daly for four-wheel drive vehicles. Chairman Cameron stated that since dais ie=in Supervisor McKillap's district and he is absent today, this matter will be held aver to January 13 at 10:00 a.m. ` _ .RICKS PARCEL MAP;, NO ACTION TAKEN 7 -1 DISCU3SI0N_._ LEO _ J. FRE _ , . , ~.,... , _.,.-- Mr. Lawaoa presented the map that wa+s approved by the Board of Supervisors. The lots are 77' x 185' except for the large parcel behind. Mr. Frericks explained that he had fauad out that regulations had changed. Mr. Toussaint explained the process of approving tentative maps. He explained that quite often the Subdiviaioa Committee suggests to the eagineera what should be done to bring the map up to standard, so tine final map can be recorded. He asked whether the Board wasted them to look at the tentative map as approved by the Board as being a final map. Mr. Lawson stated that changes are sometimes made after the Board approve].. The maps approved may not be exactly the map that is finally recorded. Discussion of haw much can be changed on a tentative map. Mr. Blackstock explained that as long as the map is substantially the same, there is no problem. However, the design of the map cannflt be changed. Mr. Frericks felt the main problem was that there is a difference of opinion regarding there being sufficient sail for perc. Mr. Toussaint stated that this would be easy tv prove if Mr. Frericks wished to teat the soil: Mr. Toussaint explained the standaxds of their soil testa. Discussion of action to be taken by Mr. Frericks. Chairman Cameron felt that if Mr. Frericks could not meet the conditions of this map, he should reapply. Supervisor Ladd suggested that another perc teat be done. Mr. Toussaint stated that his office would be happy to cooperate with Mr. Frericks on this. It waa the concensus of the Board that Mr. Frericks would have to meet the conditions of: the asap appxaved and suggested that he run a perc teat. Na further action taken. 7b-12 PUBLIC HEARING: DONALU MARJAMA APPEAL OF DENIED USE PERMIT TO ALLOW SEVE13 4-FLEXES ANA ONE DUPLES ON PROPERTY ON BILLE ROAD, PARADISE; USE PERMIT APPROVED The public hearing on the Donald Mar~ama appeal of Planning Commission's denial of a use permit to allow seven 4-plexes and one duplex plus office and recreation room on property located on the north side of Bills Road, approx. 350 ft. west of Forest Lane, containing 8.18 acres mare or leas, Paradise was held as advertised. Rage $~ January b, 1476 Janur~r~- 6~ ~~~ • - Chairman Cameron questioned Mr. Lawson regarding easements for properties adjoining.Mr. Marjama's. He stated it appeared that there was a utility easement. Mr. I,awaon didn't know of any and was to check with Mrs. Blair. Hearing apenad to the public. Appearing: Donald Marjama. Mr. Marjama explained that there was no recorded easement on hats deed or on any of the other deeds. He explained that the people have always been allowed to use his property as an easement but had no legal right to. He doesn't object Co them using his property and he has explained this to the people. He will allow them to use his property as long as nothing is damaged. Chairman Cameron questioned about the leach fields. Mr. Marjama stated that these could be moved to a aide yard; they were only temporarily drawn in an the plans. Supervisor Richter questioned Mr. Lawson as to why this was denied by the Planning Commission, Mr. Lawson explained that there had been much opposition to the plan. Mr. Marjama presented anothex map to the Board and explained the items that had been objected ta. He also explained that he had contacted all the people ia.the aeighborhoad and he feels that there is no oppasitian to it now. Mr, Marjama presented photographs of the pxopased development and explained what he intends to da. He presented approximately 25 letters to the aleck Exam neighbors who now endorse the project. He read the letter to the Board. Supervisor ~ii.chter stated that he wanted the development to stay exactly as shown by Mr. Btarjama. Mr. Lawson explained that this could be made a condition of the use permit and that only minor modifications would be allowed. Conditions as requested by the Planning Commission read by Mr. Lawson. Mr. Marjama explained the drainage plan they have for the prate rty. He also objected to the condition that he be required to ¢onetruct the cul-de-sae to county standards. He wants this to remain a private road and he doesn't feel the county should require that it be constructed to county standards. Discussion of the road and of the drainage plans which Mr. Marjama stated fa not definite as yet 'but he stated it will probably be much the same as was approved a few years ago far a proposed subdivision. Letter from Mr. and Mrs. Sharpe read by the clerk. Mr. Lawson stated that most of the objections raised at the Planning Commission meeting had been spoken to. Discussion of the sidewalks required in the development; cuxbs would a18o be~required on the road if constructed to county standards. Discussion of the cpl-de-sac, which is approximately three times as long as a normal cul-de-sae. Mr. Castleberry explained that he feels this ie a canaervative road for this development. Searing closed to the public and confined to the Board. Qn motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, the Donald Marjama use permit was approved, subject to conditioae as required by the Planning Commmission with the added condition that it be subject to tine site plan as submitted. Page 9, January 6, 1976 .~. .. 76-13 Pt1BLIC HEAR'aTG; k~TENSI4N OF INIRRIM A-2 LTD. FOR P1tOPERTY ON FEATHER RIVER BLVD. , dRdVILI.E,;, ADOPT„ORDINANCE 1659 The public hearing on the extension of the Interim A-2 Ltd. (Limited) for property located west of Feather River E1vd., north of Georgia Pacific Way, east of the centerline of the Feather River to the earth and a portion of the east boundary of the Oroville city lit~.ts, Oravilie was held as advertised. Area involved delineated by Mr. Lawson. Hearing opened to the public. Appearing: Gordan Mathews, Mathews Readymix, questioned the Board about the uses covered by the A-2 Ltd. zone. It wea explained to Mr. Mathews that the A-2 Ltd. is a holding zone until the commercial and industrial zones can be adapted. Ernie Reynolds xequested that his property from the extension as it is holding up his business. This will be is accordaace with the proposed permanent coning. Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board, On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, Ordinance 3.659 was adopted extending the A-2 Ltd. zone for a period of 184 days, deleting the Reynolds property which is marked Carlson on the zoning map, and the Chairman was authorixed to sign. Findings were made that this is done for the health, safety and welfare of the people. 76-1~ PiIBLIC HEARING: EXT.•OF INT. S-2 FOR PRAPERTY ON WEST SIDE OF` ESPLANADE,. CHICO;__AD4PT ORDINANCE 1664 The public hearing on the extension of the interim S-2 (Suburban) for property located on the west side of the Esplanade, from Mud Creek tv within 664 feet of Renshaw Avenue, Chico, was held as advertised. Mr. Lawson explained the area involved. Hearing opened to the public. Appearing: The following people appeared to ask if they were included in the zone being discussed today: Everett Gordan, Mr. Probts, Bill Cohee, Jane Ward (who presented a letter to the clerk in favor of the zoning), Glen Kendall, Mr. Donnelley, James Pierce, Mrs. Howe, unidentified gentleman, Melvin Harxington appeared in opposition to the zoning as he feels the late should be cut down to a smaller size. ,lames Pierce appeared in favor of continuing the interim zoning. Joe Ellingtva spoke in favor of the zoning. Leslie Jones spoke in favor of the extension of the interim zoning. Heaxing closed to the public and confined to the Board. da mbtivn of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, Ord3.naace 166p was adopted extending the Interim S-2 zoning for a period of 1$0 days and the Chairmaa was authorized tv sign. Findings were made that this was done for the health, safety and welfare of the people. Page 10. January b, l97b _ °- 76-15 PUBLIC HEARII~IG; GRACE M. ANT[iONY REZONE FR(?M A-2 LTD. TO R-1 A & C PROPERTY LOCATEi] EAST OF LIICKY JOH[~ ROAD. PARADISE; CONTINUED TO JANUARY 13 The public hearing an the Grace M. Anthony rezone from A-2 Ltd. (Limited} to R-1 A&C (Single-Family Residential Arts and Crafts) property located east of Lucky John Road, north of Bi11e Road, and on both aides of Posey Lane, Paradise was held as advertised. Hearing opened to the public. Appearing: Grace Anthony, who petitioned for the zoning change, explained that she had requested this zoning for the health of the people. She objects to the animals being kept in the neighborhood. Mrs. Anthony stated that she owns property in the area and lives about four miles frouf the area. She had about 6170 of the people in the area sign the petition. Christina Rockieia stated that she had pre seated a petition against the change of the zoning. She explained that there are 4-R members in the area that want to keep their animals. Dolly White appeared for the rezoning. .john Menta appeared in favor of the rezoning. Annette Stanton appeared against the rezoning. Hugh Donovan appeared against the rezoning. Leslie Lyon questioned about mobile homes in connection with the zoning and stated that he opposed this rezoning. Benedect Pinter stated Chat he has a receiving home in the area and that he opposes the zoning change as it would not allow him Co expand his home ae he has planned. Boris gay appeared against the rezoning. Lillian Salter opposed the rezoning. Mx. McCoy appeared in favor of the rezoning. Georgia Sawyer appeared against the rezoning. Mra. Rocklein, Mr. Lyon, Mra. Anthony and Mr. Pintex again apake regarding the matter. Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board. Chairman Cameron asked if it would be posaibla to refer this back to the Planning Commission for another recou:mendation. Mr. Lawson stated that he would be hard pressed to find another zone to please all of the people. Mr. Lawson suggested that the Board cansidex restrictions of animals as other counties have. This would mean that an animal would have to be kept 100 feet away from a residence, etc. Supervisor Ladd moved sad it was seconded by Chaizlnan ~_ Cameron, that the rezoning request be denied. Ayes: Supervisor l~add and Chairman Cameron; Noes: Supervisors Richter and Madigan; Absent: Supervisor McKillop; ldot Voting: None. Motion failed. _ Page 11, January 6, 1976 ,~~_a~_`__~;~~___ _~anuarY b 1976 _ Matter put over one week until All supervisors are present. Chairman Cameron explained to the audience that this is continued as a closed hearing for Foard consideration only. 76-1b PUBLIC HE~-RIi+1G: MARGARET COFFEY REZONE FROM R-l TO C-2 PROPERTY ON WILDWOOD LANE, PARAbISE; ADOPT ORDINANCE 166]. The public hearing on the Margaret C. Coffey rezone from R-1 (Single Family Residential) to C-2 (General Co:maercial) property located on the west side of Wildwood T.ane, approximately 400 feet south of Elliott Road, identified as AP 52-121-21 portion), Paradise was held as advertised. Hearing opened to the public. Appearing: no one. Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board. Mx. Lawson explained that this is to correct a splitting of one parcel with two zones. On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, 8rdinance 2661 rezanizkg the area stated above from R-3. to C-2 was adopted and the Chairman authorized to sign. RECESS: 4:40 i2ECONVENE: 4:45 76-17 AWARD BIDS FOR COUNTY VEHICLES FOR VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS Tom Struthers, Purchasing Agent, explained the bids the Board had received for the vehicles approved in the budget, Chairman Cameron questioned about the difference on the bids fox the nub-compact cars. He felt it would be better to choose the slightly higher bid within the county. Mr. Blackstock pointed out that it would allow better access for maintenance of the vehicles. Discussion of the bids. Supervisor Ladd questioned Mr. Struthers regarding the picicupa. He feels that the departments should ranks due with smaller vehicles. Mr. Struthers explained that some departments felt they could not make due with the email trucks. Mr. Struthers stated that no bids had been received for long bed, ~ ton light utility pickups. On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Richter and carried, the bid far 10 intermediate sedans, patrol was awarded to Sierra Dodge in 'the amount of $39,007.08. On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, the bid €or 2 intermediate station wagaa was awarded to Hobbie Chevxalet in the amount of $8,861.82. On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Richter and carried, the bid for 7 subcompact sedans was awarded to Hobbie Chevrolet in the amount of $22,631.36. On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, the bid for 3 ~-ton light utility pickups was awarded to John G, Bayes in the amount of $8,203.33. Page 12, January b, {976 rr C~~G'+'.r..r~Cw CT.:"..i,."~CC~~~T'~77~~~t,.. trT ~...wr~~~:.. ~.. 5"~~~~~-. On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded`,by Supervisor Madigan and carried, the following bids were awarded: ~. ~-ton standard pickup $ 4,522.56 1 ~-ton standard pickup 4 x 4 5,550.65 1 3/4-ton atandar pickup 4 x 4 6,100.51 1 Utility vehicle 4 x 4 5,700.13 l 20,000 GVW cab and Chassis 6,OZ4.Ol 5 26,000 GVW cab and chassis with three-yard dump body 44,302.$0 Supervisor Richter questioned as to why Dr. Enloe needed an intermediate sedan. Discussion. On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, the bid for the 7 subcompact cars was increased to 8 at the same price, also with the direction that the county should buy all subcompact cars. Vote on all above motions: Ayes: Supervisors Richter,=.Madigan ,r -: and Chairman Cameron; Naes: None; Absent: Supervisor McIZillap; Not Voting: Supervisor Ladd. 76-18 AWARD BID FOR PURCHASE OF MANUAL AND ELECTRIC TYPEWRITERS Tam Struthers explained that bids have been received for the purchase a£ typewriters authorized in the 1975-76 budget. Patty Typewriter Shop is the low bidder for all electric typewriters, and Reginelli Office Eq#~ipment is low for the manual typewriter. Mr. Struthers explained the trade-ins. On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, the following bids were awarded: 8 Olympia l3" electric to. Patty Typewriter Shop in the amount of $353.40 each. S Olympia 1S"-17" electrics to Patty Typewriter Shop in the amount of $373,40 each. $256. I Adler 11" manual to Reginelli Office Equipment in the amount of Vote on above motion: Ayes: Supervisors Richter, Madigan and Chairman Cameron; Noea: None; Absent: Supervisor McKillop; Not Voting: Supervisor Ladd. 76-19 APPROVE DANCE LICENSE RENEWAL: PARADISE ORDER OF RAIldBOW FOR GIRLS Paradise Assembly X97, Order Rainbow for Girls, requests approval of a dance license and waiving of fee. On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Richter and carried, the dance license and waiving of fee for Paradise Order of Rainbow for Girls was approved. page !3. ,~anuary 6, 1976 ~~ :tea==as~~~~c~w=~~~~~~~~~omso=~~ :.-~~=oc~.....~-- 76-20 AA©PT RESOLUTION 76-2 RE MACHINE PREPARED TAX LIST FOR TREASURRR-TAX COLZ,EC~QR Carl Morton, Treasurer, explained that previous to this year, his office has hand-posted the roll. Their office took time posting the roll and the Auditor had to take time coxrecting and checking the roll. Several mistakes were found is this checking. He now proposes to have a cumulative print out shaving what has been paid on taxes. Mr. Morton feels that a machine prepared list showing the fact and date of tax payment will help the title companies and therefore allow the people to move in and out quicker. On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and carried, Resolution 76-2 authorizing the Treasurer-Tax Collector to adopt a procedure shawing~fact and date of tax gayment an u~achine prepared lists was adopted and the Chairman authorized to sign. 7b-21 DISCUSSION: WELFARE Fl?NDING PROBLEM; MEETING TO BE SET IIP WITH LEGISLATORS Bob Crisan, Welfare director, explained that they are having problems with the funding of the Homemaker and Chore Services Program. Mr. Crisan stated that Welfare has been imposed upon to provide an additional program with na additional funding. He explained that they received an allocation but used only half of the amount. Because of this, their next allocation was cut and there is no money for the program. Mr. Crisan feels that the Iegislators do not understand the allocation process and he feels that Butte County should not be penalized because they can operate an efficient program. This was explained in a memo to the Board from Mr. Crisan. Chairman Cameron felt a meeting should be set ug with the State, some Board members and the legislators to discuss this problem. Supervisor Ladd felt that the Board should try to go ea far on the political ladder as possible and if that doesn't accomplish anything, the county should go to court on this matter. It wan suggested that Mr. Crisan set up a meeting of County Counsel and a few Board members with the people at the state level. Mr. Crisan explained the costs involved. An average cost of $7.75 per hour has been established by the Assembly. Butte County's cost was $2.19 an hour. The workers involved are paid a rate of $2,00 an hour which means that Butte County uses $.19 per hour for administration where other counties use aver $5. On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, Mr. Crisan was directed to set up a meeting with the appropriate people to attempt to resolve the funding allocation problem and that if this fails, the matter shall be taken to court. Chairman Cameron appointed Supervisor McKillop and himself to attend this meeting. Bill Lawrence stated that there is also a problem connected with Welfare regarding benefit payments and disallowances regarding data processing and warrant writing costs. This matter has been referred to Mr.~Blackstock. This item .is to be discussed at the above meeting. Page i4. ,~pnuary 6, 1976 75-22 APPROVE BUDGET TRANSFERS Supervisor Ladd questioned regarding 8-76, Supplemental 1~lanpower Program. On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Richter and carried, the following budget transfers were approved: 8-73 Supplemental Manpower Preeram - Administration. Brings in $850 of unanticipated revenue - federal aid - other, and increases the County share of appropriation in membership for the Manpower Information Service districuted by the National Association of Counties. B-76 Supplemental Manpower Program. Transfers the unused portion of contrib~ut~ione to other agencies - CETA II from Chico Unified, $474 and Durham Unified, $3 to the County of Butte. It also transfers the unused portion of cantributiona to other agencies - PSE from OWID, $17,x+99 to the County of Butte, $3,963; Butte Community College, $3,622; and Paradise Unified School District, $9,914. 76-23 APPROVE RELIEF FOR GASH SHORTAGE: BUILDING AND SUBDIVISION DEPARTMENT On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Richter and carried, relief was granted for the $3 cash shortage in the Building and Subdivision Department. 76-24 REFORT ON STATE WATER COidTRACT P[1T OVER ONE WEER The report on Amendment ~~3 to the State Water Contract was put aver to January l3 until there is a full Board. 76-25 DISCUSSION: ~'[1NDING OF EQUIPMENT FOR COUNTY SERVICE AREA ~~53 Chairman Cameron stated that there has bean some confusion as to where the funding for equipment £or CSA ~1~53 was to come from. Mr. Lawrence explained that budget transfer 8-70 brought to the Board on December lb should be changed. He stated that this could be funded from within the fire budget. The equipment is furnished to other fire stations within Che county. A fire truck has been loaned to the service area and the Auditor feels the equipment for it should be loaned also. It was explained that the service area grovides the manning and labor while the county provides equipment. There is about $8,800 of equipment involved. The Auditor stated that he needs 1) to acquire the fire equipment from the fire budget and 2) what type of tranfer to fund the equipment. On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Ladd sad carried, the Board directed that the equipment should be bought from the fire budget. Mr. Lawrence stated that instead of trans#erring money now, he could hold it in auspensian to see if there is a surplus in the budget. It was the coacensus of the Board that this should be done. Page 15. ` .lanuary d, 197b 76-26 DxSCIISSION: FEINDING FOR CHICO TAXI SERVICE Mr. Lawrence asked if it was the Soard's intent to finance this program with cauntyvride funds. Supervisor Ladd stated that this had been his intent. Supervisor Richter suggested that Revenue Sharing funds be used. Mr. Lawrence stated that the minutes had said it will come from the General Fund, reserve for contingencies. He wanted this reaffirmed. The concensus of the Baard was that the action to be taken is as stated in the minutes of the meeting when approved. 76-27 APPROVE CONTRACTS WITH COOK ASSOCIATES REGARDIl~TG FROC BUILDING Mr. Castleberry explained this item. Supervisor Ladd questioned about the designs of the FROC building and also regarding the inspection fee. Mr. Castleberry feels the county is getting a bargain on these contracts. Discussion of the surveying party. On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Richter and carried, the following contracts were approved and the Chairman authorised to sign; contracts subject to approval by County Counsel and Auditor: a. Engineering contract with Covk Associates fax building design; coat not to exceed $2,586. b. Contract administration agreement with Cook Associates; coat not to exceed $B,SOO. 76-28 APPROVE CONTRACT WITH COOK ASSOCIATES RE PARADISE LIBRARY An administrating engineer services contract has been prepared with Cook Associates for an amount estimated at $17,930. Supervisor Ladd questioned about the periodic inspection. Mr. Castleberry explained this. On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, the hourly basis contract estimated at $17,930 was approved and the Chairman authorized to sign. 76-29 REPORT: 4-WA'Y STOP AT LINCOLN AND ELGIN Mr. Castleberry reported that he had contacted the California Highway Patrol on the possibility of a four-way atop at Lincoln and Elgin. Their response was negative, 76-30 APPROVE AGREEMENT 1`OR PiJRCHASE OF UTILLTY EASL~MENT: TABACCHI On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Richter and carried, the agreement for purchase of a utility easement, Industrial Access Road 2373-75-1, EDA 07-01-01,550 with Robert E. and Blanche S. Tabacchi in the amount of $161 was approved and the Chairman authorized to sign. 76-31„ REAFFIRM POSITION ON ,ItE50LUT14N 75-I84B DECI_AR1NG_IHBQUGH HIGHWAY {IRW1N) On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supexvi gar Richter and carried, the Baard reaffirmed the action on Resolution 75-18G _ the Chairman to sign said resolution and directed tE~at the resZution be recorded. Page 16. January 6, 1976 76-32 EXTENA 'TIME ON FREE PERMITS RE I~.ARTHQUAKE DAMAGE Mr. Castleberry requested the Board to extend the date oa issuing free building permits regarding earthquake damage. On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by 5upervisox Madigan and carried, the Board authorized continuance of the free pers~iits for earthquake xebuilding. 76-33 ACCEPT FUNDING FROM OES REGARDIN EARTH UAKE DAMAGE Mr. Castleberry explained that the amount received by the County is only about half of what was promised by the OES representatives. The County will receive $231,614 to ga toward a new building. He would like to arrange a meeting to try and up this amount. He stated that the county also got some strict time limits on getting a construction building grogram in. Mr. Castleberry suggested that the Board authorize Public Works to aCGept the money conditionally but ask the OLS to reconsider in about four areas, including khe 3D day time limit on getting the construction in. The county has five or seven days to get a report in. On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, the Board conditionally accepted the funding from DES and authorized a representative to tack with the disaster people as to why the county was told one amount and received a much lesser amount. Chairman Cameron appointed Supervisor Richter to accompany Mr. Castleberry on this matter, Supervisor Ladd will also attend if possible. Mr. Castleberry is to set up the meeting. 76-34 PLRNNING ITEMS PUT OVER ONE WEEK The following Planning items were put over to 3anuary 13: Amendment to Ordinance No. 475, Section 13 known as the Butte County Enabling Ordinance. Amendment to Ordinance 1.002 to include zoning definitions of "Building Area," ''Building Site," "Lot Area," and "Parcel." 76-35 ADOPT RESOLUTION 7G-3 RE LE~RE•MADRQNE WATER DISTRICT A resolution has been prepared naming the district, calling the election, presenting voter gropositiona, naming positions to be elected, authorizing notice of election, indicating polling glace, and naming election board, On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Richter and carried, Resolution 76-3 as outlined above was adopted and tine Chairman authorized to sign. 76-36 AUTHORIZE LXECT]T~ON OF DISCLAIMER AND ADOPT Ri3SDLUTION 76-4 Mr. Blackstock stated that he has checked into this matter and the Beard may now take action. Page f7, January 6, 1976 _______________==~`la~a~kfJ~7~====--___-___-______ On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Richter and carried, the Board authorized the execution of disclaimer re U. 5. v. 30.85 acres, more or lees, in the County of Butte, State of California, Katharine G. Bolles, etal - Civil No. 575-768-PCW, adopted Resolution 76-4 on same and authorized the Chairman to sign. 76-3 SET Pt7BLTC HEARING F(}R DISCU95TON OF ZOWER COURT REORGANTZATTON Mr. Blackstock stated that the Beard needed to decide at this time whether a public hearing should be held on this matter. Tt was the concensus of the Board that a heariag should be held for public information. Hearing set for January 27 at 1D:3D a.m. the Bar.Assaciation is to be notified by the Admiaistrative Officer. 76-38 ADOPT RESOLUTION 7b-5 AND APPROVE AGREEMENT REGARDING AGRICULTURAL COMMTSSIONER'& SALARY The state salary agreement has been prepared which covers reimburse- ment to Butte County for a portion of the Agricultural Coa~iasionex's salary in the amount of $9,900 for the period of July 1, 1975 to June 30, 1978. On motion of Supervisor Richter, aecoaded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, the agreement was approved aad Resolution 76-5 approving the Agricultural Commissioner's salary was adopted and the Chaiz~nan authorized to sign. 76-39 SET PUBLIC HEARING ON HOUSING AHD COMM[tNTTY DEVELOPMPNT PREAPPLT~ATION Tn order to comply with HUD regulations surrounding the Housing aad Community Development Act of 1976 preapplication, Mr. Ward Gonaerly advisee that Board schedule a public hearing on January 13, 1976. Mr. Blac~CStock stated that he had not had time to research this as he was not contacted. He suggested that the Board set a date as suggested by Mr. Connerly and that if this does not allow the time needed for publication, it will be reset at the earliest possible date. On motion of Supervisor Kichter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, a public heariag was set for January 13, 197b at ZO:3O a.m. on the Housing and Cacr~nunity Development Preapplicatioa. 76-40 TT~I RE CHARTER AMENDMENT TO BE P7sACED ON AGENDA FOR JANUARY 20 Supervisor Madigan distributed a copy of a charter amendment from Saa Francisco regarding strifes by "public employees. Se requested that this be placed on the agenda for January 20. 76-41 DISCIISSTON: NARCI~TTCS TASK FORCE FETNDING~ Supexvisor Richter moved that the Board adopt a motion of intent to reaffirm their intent to fund the Narcotics Task Force out of the reserve. Page 18. January 6, 1976 Discussiaa of funding as Colusa County has dropped out of the program. Howard Casagrande stated that there will be~no more money needed as the coat of the program will drop since there is one less county to cover. The amount of money Butte contributes will be less. Supervisor Richter stated that he had trade the motion in an effort to vote the fuadimg of this program down. Motion died for lack of a second. No further action taken. 76-42 DISC ION• AB2450 RE MEDICAL CARE Supervisor Ladd stated that there were some cotnneats is the letter from Mr. Sohn Garamendi that disturbed him. This stated that it was not a problem of the number of doctors but the distribution. Supervisor Ladd doesn't feel this is the case at all. Re would like theBoard to respond to this. Supervisor Richter felt there was a problem of too map;y sgeaialiats. Chairman Cameron suggested thaC Supervisor Ladd put together something to be mailed is the Board's packets next week. Supervisor Ladd wi11 do this. 76-43 AUTHCRIZE LETTER R4GARDIl~TG REVENFJE SHARING ALLOCATIONS Chairman Catnexon stated that the Board should write a letter to the different cozmnittees and organizations that have requested Revenue Sharing funds inforazi.ng theta that the mosey is already alloted to certain items. On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carxied, the Board authorized a letter to be sent affirming the petition that because of the expected and unexpected building needs of tine county, the Revenue Sharing monies have already been alloted. Recess: 6.10 January 7, 1476 RECONVENED: The Board reconvened at 7100 p.m. Zn the City of Chico Coune?I Chambers, Present; Supervisors Ladd, Madigan. Richter and Chairman Cameron. Clark A. Nelson, County Clerk, by Margie Catt, $aard of Supervisors Clerk. 7 6- ~.4 CONTINUATION OF HEARING: FORNL4TION OF SACRAMENTO AVENUE ASSESSMENT D ISTRiCT continuation of the hearing far the formation of Sacramento Avenue Assessment District held at this time. Chairman Cameron explained the background of the formation and purpose of the hearing. Mr. Everd McCain, Engineer, was requested to set out the facts relating to this district; estimate of posts set aslt and ex}~lained as follows: - ...~_- -- -.- Engineer's Estimate of Casts _.._. ._-.~...Yw-, ~528,2i5.OQ .---. ---_ _..._, _ ,--.-. ~- ... __..~ Page 19. January b, 197b C~~CCCC~= C=.'~~C~1~CiS ~p'~L'~~Y~~~CJC L`~C CSCCCCT'~C~~:...C~C~ Drainage Deposits Private X60,575.00 State 6B, 960.40 Totai area of Assessment District Public Right of Way Owners 129,535.00 133 acres 20 acres 113 acres Estimate Average assessment Cast Storm Drainage Vertical curb, gutter ~ sidewalk $2,200 per acre ~'' 1 t per front ft, . _ . _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Flooding and drainagge emblems in the area explained* . _. _ _ _ Supervisor Richter requested that Clay Castleberry, Director of Public Works, set out the improvements that the State intends to construct on Highway 32. AAr. Castleberry explained the matter of funding for this project. Plans for Sacramento Avenue and Stewart Avenue explained. A question and answer period was bald fio discuss the technical questions involved in this proposed district. AM. Castleixriy answered questions concerning the possible purchase of right~of~nrays. Additional $ foot strips will be needed in certain areas; these wi I I be•. purchased out of the County's right-of-sway funds. Hearing opened to the public. Appearing; I. Jvseph~Canli~ 1415 Bidwell Avenue, speaking in opposition. 2. Mrs. lC. Whitney, 740 Bidwell Drive, speaking in opposition. She asked if the State would provide their share of funds needed, if the assessment district was not formed. Ciay~Castleberry had the State Deputy District Director Ray Winton explain the state's project for Highway 32. The St#rte~ will not put in the project if drainage is not provided. Mrs. Whitney submitted her request not to lae included in the proposed district. 4. Mr. Bi I I Purden, Nord Avenue, spoke i n opposi tion. 5. Bob $ritton, Chico, spoke in opposition. 6. Bruce 5lfars, Oaklawn, spoke in apposition. 7. Aka. Fran Wagstaff, Bidwell Drive, questioned the Board regarding an E.l.R. for the area; she opposed the formation of the proposed district. $. Mrs. Helen Schwartz, brl3 Nord Avenue, speaking in opposition. RECESS: 8:40 RECONVENilD: 8;50 9. AM. Roy Bowersox, Columbus, spoke in opposition. Page 20. January b, 1976 f0, Mr. Charles Wilson, Steward Ave, spoke canceming the traffic problems an Nord Ave. He spoke in favor of the district. II. Mr. Tom Wagstaff, Bidwell Drive, spoke in apposition. 12. John Stutz, representing Jim Dalkey on Bidwell Avenue, spoke in favor of the district. 13. Mr. Clark frnhoff, Highway 32, spoke in favor of the district, I~, lV1r. Wayne Johnson, Stewart Avenue, spoke in opposition. 15. Mr. I.ee Teichei.ra„ 1239 Stewart, spoke in opposition. lb, Mack Hill, Oakpark Avenue, spoke in favor of the district. Mr, f'urden spoke in rebutfaf, stating the hoard should have the costs far the district prior to concluding the hearing, Letters of opposition were received From: I. Neal Campbell, Bidwell Ave. 2. Wayne & Hifde Johnson, Stewart Av$. 3, Edward $ Zana Hi Id '4'r R4y Bow~ersax, Columbus 5. Andrew L. 8. Darlene Raper b, Anna Marie Jones, Stewart Ave. 7'. Jean H. $ Alt Fendall, Stewart Ave. $. L, Fven $ Eller Jeter 9. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Gerhaldt 10. Enoch ~ Grace Crompton II, Halen & James Kinnee l2, Elsie & Gus Poetker 13, Anna J, Woad 14. Elmsr W. Johnson, Stewart Ave, 15, Hugh M. & Valentine Cooper !b, Walter T, McNief l7. Cyril H. ~ He len R. Olson 18. Frances & Tam Wagstaff Copies of the above written protests to be made and sent to the Board members, Clay Castleberry and to Mr. Everd McCain, engineer of work. Hearing closed b the public and conFned to ifie Board. Supervisor Richter asked to have a display of hands of those present that were for and those against the district. It was shown that more people were opposed to the district than for the district. Hearing continued to Tuesday, January 20.1976 at 10.00 a.m. Page 21. ~ January 7, 197b ADJOURNlv1E NT: There lacing nothing further 6efor~e the Board at this time, the rr~eeting was adjaumed at 10;00 p.m. to reconvene on Tuesday, January !3, 1976 at 9:OQ a.m. A`CTEST; CLARK A. NELSON, COUNTY CLERK B ~- . Y~ a o 5uPe rs C e C airman o e Boa Page 22. ~. January 7, 1976