HomeMy WebLinkAboutM010677January 4, 1977
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
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COUNTY OF BUTTE )
The Board of Supervisors met at 9;00 a.m, pursuant to adjournment.
Present: Supervisors Lemke, Madigan, Moseley, Winston and Chairman Richter.
Clif Mickelson, Administrative Officer, Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, and
Clark A. Nelson, County Clerk, by Margie Catf, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
', Pledge of allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America
77-1 itF-ORGANIZATION OF THE BOARD
e meeting was ca a to order for the purpose of re-organization
of the Board. The Vice-Chairman declared nominations in order for Chairman for the
ensuing year. Supervisor Madigan nominated Supervisor R~~chter as chairman.
The motion was seconded by Supervisor Lemke. The Chairman asked if there
were any further nominations; there being na further nominations the nominations
were closed. The Clerk was instructed to call the roll. The Clerk was instructed to
cast a unanimous ballot for Supervisor Richter as Chairman far the ensuing year.
Supervisor Madigan moved and it was seconded by Supervisor Lemke
that Supervisor Winston be Vice Chairman for the ensuing year. Notion carried.
77-2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, the minutes of December 2l, 1976 were approved as
mailed.
7'7-3 "PRAYER TO BE SAID PRIOR TO MEETING
(t was moved y Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Moseley and
unanimously carried, a short prayer will be given prior to the commencemenF of each Board
meeting, with Supervisor Lemke to prepare said prayer.
77-~ COMMUNICATIONS
Petitions opposing proposal to zone five acre parcels between Covered Bridge and
', steel bridge on Humbug iZoad. 37 residents sign a petition opposing
I' ~' ~ ~ proposed five acre zone and request that area be zoned far one or
two •acre parcels. Supervisor Lemke recommended Board hold over any
action"on this at this time. To be held anti! Mr. Lawson is present.
Harold A. 5timson, Chico, Mr. Stimson appeals the denial of his application for a
1.79 acre variance an a TM 10 zoning on Middle Butte Creek near the
~ r';3. a a Paradise Pines ores, Set for hearing on February (, 1977 at 1:00 p.m.
Robert J. Du Bose, Chico. Sends comments concerning remo,rics made by the Friends
~~3 0 0 of Butte County. Discussed; no action taken.
Gary T. Lippincott. The Surveyor, on 6ehalF of OIIe Sterner, files an appeal #o
the Advisory Commission's decision concerning property access
! I '' ~ ~ p S' for AP 53-18-t6, Set For hearing on January ~~, 1977 at I :QO p.m.
', A, A. Sigwart, Oaklond, Mr. Sigwart objects to the short notice given him on the
~ ~ 3 ~ D ~ timber preserve zone (TP-160} in the Bald Brack area. Discussed; this
hearing wilt be held on January 25, 1477 at 2~0 p.m.
Donald T. Comer, Paradise. Mr. Corn r obi s to a proposed four lot division near
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his property in the Paradise area. inferred to Jfm Lawson,
Planning Director.
Charles E. Harvey, Chico. Mr. Harvey sends a lengthy communication concerning
l~ ~ b~ various zoning problems in the northeast Chico area. Comments were
made by Supervisors in objection ta~this letter. Discussed; no action taken.
', Conrad Krampfert, Paradise. Mr. Krampfert advises that caution should be taken
/pQ, yit! in the 'selection of members For the Paradise MAC Council.
Put over at this time.
Butte County Planning Commission. Chairman Hanford sends resolution of Planning
'' Commission nesolvmg their recommendation to the Board aF Supervisors
f~~,Dd to enact an ordinance or obtain special legislation to prohibit the
', export~of pumped ground water out of Butte County, Discussed; to be
discussed at 9 Northam Counties Supervisors Association meeting.
Magalia County Water District. Eugene Hancock, manager, requests that Butte
7 ~Q. 0 O County obtain control of the total railroad right-af-way From Stirling
City b the in#ersection with the Southern Pacific main line in Chico.
Discussed; County is attempting to acquire the rightroF-way.
Dunn's Sanitary Service, Chico. Everett Johnson sends his comments as it relates
to increased fees at the dump and increased charges far garbage
~{':2./, av collection in the Chico area. Discussed; no action taken.
Butte County Taxpayers Association, Inc. Mr. Orrin Stratton, president, sends
~!~3.0o communication proposing the reorganization of the County Planning
Commission. Discussed; Committee of Supervisors Lemke and Nbseley
appointed ra study this matter.
', Chico Board of Realtors, inc. John Patterson, president, sends communication
~3. ~ V suggesting the Board re-evaulate the current canfiguratian of
the County Planning Commission. ~ Discussed; see matter of appointment
', of committee to atudy~this matter.
Butte Property Qwners Association. JTm Clanton, interim chairman, proposes that
J ~ 3. G O the Board reorganize the County Planning Commission,
Committee to study this matter, hearing set for January 18, at 9:30 a.m.
People's Action Committee. Dallas Lewis, president, forwards ommi ee s recommen ation
~ f ~ ~ O v that the County Planning Commission be reorganixgd. Hearing set far
January 18, 1977 at 9;30 a,m.
Paradise Board of Realtors. Fred Meyer, president, sends communication in Favor
~ ~ 3.0 0 of re-evaluation aF the current composition of the Planning Commission.
Hearing set for January 18, 1977 at 9:30 a.m.
Jim Shadd, former mayor of City of Biggs. Requests that Board retain the grass roots
~~ ~, 0 0 democracy ro allow local people ro choose their representative on
the Planning Commission. To be discussed at January 18th meeting.
Butte County Farm Bureau. They feel that it is impractical to have City Planning
~ ~,3~ G ~ Commissioners on the County Planning Commission, To be discussed
at the January 18, 1977.
', Yuba-Feather Community Association. Writes regarding Health Center to be set up
3 O 0 d V in Feather Falls. Referred to Health Department with a request that
they report back on the matter.
', William Wilson. Writes concerning the closing of Retson Road. Clay Castleberry,
~~ r. Od Director of Public Works, reporte:d~-tbatrlie;~as been in contact with
the Diamond Nations! people and with the U. S. Forest people.
', He will report back on the progress in this matter.
-~ Z',ppArthur and Evelyn Johnson. They send article from the Hartford, Connecticut paper
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regarding tax work-off project offered to same of Hartford's residents.
Referred to Tax Collector.
X13 Ob Jayne Wilson, Wilson's Antiques, Site violations cited. Referred to Mr. Ferguson.
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Supervisor Lemke. He states he has a packet of ten letters from Paradise residents
requesting additional police protec~ian up on the ridge, As a
:result, he talked to the Sheriff about the police protection services
for that area. Chairman Richter appointed Supervisors Lemke and
Winston as a committee to study the matter of police protection on
the ridge.
77-5 REPORT BY SUPERVISOR MADIGAN RE CALL FROM RECLAMATION DEPARTMENT
Supervisor Madigan reported he -had rece'sve a ca rom Any Ferrara
Reclamation Department, Sacramento, regarding taking another look
at the Eastside Canal, east of Chico. Matter of release of water
discussed, A presentation will be given to the Board an Tuesday,
January 25, 1977 at 10;00 a.m,
77-6 REPORT BY CHAIRMAN RICHTER RE LETTER FROM MR. BLACKSTOCK TO LARRY KEENS
C airman R+c ter sal e e t t etter rom Dan B ac stoc ,County Counse ,
to Larry Keene warranFed a reply. Allegations about violations in Paradise set out in
letter }fiat; Mr. Keene had written to Mr, Blackstock, The thing that cancemed
Chairman Richter is that he felt fihe letter from Mr. Keene should have been to the
Board. Letter discussed. Letter to be sent to Attorney General.
77-7 13ARTRAM REZONE REFERRED BACK TO PLANNING COMMISSION
Letter from County Counse regarding t e $artram rezone discussed.
The letter contained a recommendation that this matter should be refQ~red back to
Planning Commission and that a negatitra declaration be filed.
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Winston
and unanimously carried, the Batram rezone was referred back to Planning Commission
with a recommendation thaF there be a negative declaration filed,
77-13 APPROVE INTERIM FUNDING OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM
Although the Agency has en note ie ram giona C5A o approval
of the 1977 program and budget, actual funds have not as yet arrived.
On motion of Supervisor Win~sto~, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, Auditor was authorized to cover EOC operating expenses
until such time as funds arrive from the federal agency.
77-9 APPROVE PAYMENT OF CH~Iv1 HILL BILLING & CONNERLY & ASSOCIATES, INC.
BILLING: APPROVE CONTRACT WITH DATA PROCESSING SERVICES & ANNUAL
KAMLOOPS AGREEMENTS
On motion o Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Lemke and
unanimously carried, the following action was taken:
I. Approved CH~1M billing in the amount of $9,260.5 and authorized
the Auditor to make payment of said billing.
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2. Authorized the payment of Cannerly 8 Associates, Inc. billing
in the amount of $4,468.05 pursuant b their contract for County Housing and
Community Development Program far the 197b-77 year and designated Administrative
Officer to execute claims from Cannerly ~ Associates which comply with the approved
contract.
'', 3. Approved contract with Data Processing Services and San Benito
County ,not to exceed $5,000 per year to cover sec ured tax services and authorized
Chairman to sign.
4. Approved annual Kamloops agreements with California Kamloops
for steelhead propagation in the amount of $500 and agreement for the propagation
and conservation of fish within Butte County in the amount of $1,000 and authorized
the Chairman to sign.
77-10 ADOPT ORDINANCE 1781 AMENDING SALARY ORDINANCE: IMPLEMENTATION
OF AB 3121 REC~UIREMENTS
A sa ary ordinance amendment is in order establishing the two
positions in the District Attorney's Office and Five positions in the Probation Office
necessary to staff far the implementation of AB 3121 requirements.
Supervisor Moseley felt the County should hold up an the filling
of these positions. tt was susgested that the positions could be frozen until such
time as the Board gave the Personnel Office the okay to fill the positions,
Time spent discussing action to be taken. Dan Blackstock, County
Counsel, stoted that the major problem is the dealing with the question of jurisdiction.
Who can file the complaint? Probation Department no longer has the standing. The
complaint must have the stamp of the District gttorney's Office; complaints have
to be filed under the heading of the District Attorney's office.
it was moved by Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried that the second reading of the ordinance amending the salary
ordinance be waived.
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Lemke and
carried, Ordinance 1761 was adapted, Chairman authorized #o sign, and with the
proviso that the Personnel OfFice be instructed to freeze the positions until the Board
gives the Director authorization to fjill the positions.
AYES: Supervisors Lemke, Madigan, Winston and Chairman Richter
NOBS: Supervisor Moseley
77-~I1 DISCUSSION: ENVIitONMENTAL REVIEW DIRECTOR RECRUITMENT
The final Filing dote for the Environfnental Review D~recbr +position was
December 31, 1976. A total of 60 applications have been received for the position,
The next step in the recruitment praccdur~ is for the Board to select a screening
committee to review the applications and to interview qualified applicants.
Supervisor Winston stated that statements have been made about
additional layers of government. As far as he is concerned, this is in direct
opposition to the directive of the public. Chairman Richter stated that the County
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must provide this function; the County cannot continue to operate with defective E.I.R.'s.
That was the reason the County was going b this type agency. Supervisor Winston
said he would like to see some of the unsatisfactory E.I.R.s, He would Bite to review
them prior to making a decision regarding the stpffing of this position. The Chairman
instructed Supervisor Winston to make inquiries with the departments involved and
to study the E . I . R.s on file .
Action on this selection of a screening committee put over to
the meeting of January Il, 1977.
77-12 HEALTH INSURANCE: EXT1rND POLICY TO JUNE 30, 1977
New Yor Li Insurance Company as declared a $58,46
dividend for fiscpl year 1975-76. In additipn, the Company has indicated a 28%
rate increase to be effective 2,/1/'77. Bid specifications for partial self insurance
have been prepared.
Insurance discussed. The previous Board members had decided that
this should go out to bid. Bids were to be opened ,January 25th. Supervisor Winston
said he shudders to think of this Countyi~~vinvolved in the insurance business.
Mr. Cook, manager of Butte County Employees Association, said
the Association would like to have this matter put over at this time. Suggested that
the Board take a look at other counties that are self insured.
Health insurance and rate increase discussed.
Mr. Ed Black, representing the Blue Cross Insurance Company,
said that one of the factors that concern him is whether his company can bid on this
type package. He explained the matter of handling claims. He requested the
Board to reconsider the matter of self insurance.
Supervisor Lemke remarked on the package sent out by Mr. Rackerby.
He felt he would like to buy the additional six months and further study the program.
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, the second alternative regarding health insurance, as set
out in Personnel Director's memo, wos adopted, present health insurance policy
extended to June 30, 1977, and in the meantime the Board can set out the it desires
in the matter.
Mr. Rackerby stated that at the last meeting, the Board discussed
the matter of the dividend and the apportioning of it back to the retired employees.
Their share amounts to under $2,000. laefunds set out.
It was moved by Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried that the dividend check be accepted and idistribution
authorized to the retired employees of their share of said dividend.
77-13 APPROVE COMMITTEE"5 REPORT; COUNTERCYCLICALfANTIRECE5510N PUBLIC
WORKS FUNDS
It ~s estimated the County will receive approximately $1,000,000
of Public Works Title tl funds to be used to maintain basic county services. The study
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committee recommends the money be used to fund ongoing county departments
in order ro build fund balances for possible #ransition the $0 PSE workers in fiscal
year 1977.
Jim Rackerby, Personnel Director, gave some background material
in this matter. Same of these CE TA workers have been with the County for three
years. He explained the problem of replacing some of the positions. Problem
of lay offs set out. CETA employees are looking for the intention of this Board.
Mr. Rackerby said he would be bringing in some of the positions
that should be transitior~d,
Use of the funds discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded 6y Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, Committee's report to utilize Title II Public Works funds
adapted, as recommended by Mr. lZackerby, to Fund the out-going programs.
77-t4 D15CUSSION OF CURRENT DROUGHT CONDITIONS AFFECTING AGRICULTURE
I N BUTTE COUNTY
Jas Bandy, Agricultural Commissioner, present to discuss the current
drought conditions affecting agriculture in Butte County. in 1976 the County was
below the normal rain fall. Loss to agriculture set out. IVIr. Bandy explained the
tong fierm affects of this drought. At the present time, he is trying #o establish an
evaluation of the' ~~ I a; s to the crop growers in this County.
Mr. Bandy explained the steps the County could take ro help
in this matter. The County could be declared a disaster area. Mr. Bandy said
he is not recommending that the Board adopt the resolution declaring the County a
disaster area at this time. He requested that this be put over one week so that
he can evaluate the situation and have all the Facts prior to adopting a resolution.
Put over to Tuesday, January II, 1977 at 11:30 a.m.
RECESS: 10:45
RECONVENED; 10;55
77-15 APPEARANCE: PAT PORGENS CHICO
Pat Porgens, C ico, sai tat as there are new $oard members on
the Board today, he would like to state he would be wilting to work with them. He
felt the new Board members should be aware of the legal problems imposed by the
State, They should realize the legal responsibility to the County taxpayers. He
said he would be happy to Delp the Board as much as possible.
77-16 APPEARANCE; ELWOOD IZONEY. CHICO
Mr. Elwood Roney, Cl'iico; stated he was present because of the
present drought conditions. He felt it was of the utmost importance for the County
#o adopt a resolution setting cut the problem of the drought. He urged the Board
to declare this County a disaster area and ask the Federal Government far assistance.
He was told this would be handled next week.
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77-17 APPEARANCE: JAMES HANSON, OROVILLE
', James Hanson, Oroville, wished the Board a happy New Years and
also set out warnings regarding controls from the Federal Government due to Federal
Aid. He feels that there are too many controls.
77-I$ APPEARANCE: AL APPLE MAN
Mr. App eman stated he belongs to the District Mining Council.
He thinks that the miners have about had it. They will not obey laws that are not
laws, In the mining field, there are a lot of veterans from the Korean War.
They want to be left atone to live thou life as they want to live it. Before any
more restrictions are permitted, it should be rel~lized that mining is an industry.
77-19 APPEARANCE: ROBERT SPEER, CHICO-ZmN1NG IN BUTTE CI~EK CANYON
Robert Speer, resident of Chico and a landowner of Butte Creek
Canyon, said the proposal for rezoning that has been developed is now in the
', hands of the Planning Department. AI I the people that signed the petition, have been
personnafiy contacted. Petition discussed; no action taken.
77-20 APPROVE RIGHT OF WAY ACQUISITIONS: APPROVE FINAL MAP OF
KELLY RIDGE ESTATE5 UNIT 5
On motion a pervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, the fallowing action was taken:
!. Approved agreements fo€ sale for right of way acquisition,
authori,~ed Chairman to sign and authorized Auditor to issue warrants upon demand
of County's escrow agent for following:
Orovilte-Quincy Hwy, B. Jester et a! 1.13$ ac. No Impr. $I,i38
Haggett-Marysville Koppers Co., Inc. 0.879 ac. $1,500
2. Approved final map of Kelley Ridge Estates Unit 5 (43 lots)
for recording, accepted offers of dedication and authorized the Chairman to sign
agreements.
7721 DIRECTED PUBLIC WORKS TO BRING ORDINANCE RE BOUNDARY LINE
MODIFICATION
C ay Castleberry, Director of Public Works, reported on the matter
of boundary line modifications; recommended that approval for directing processing
to County Surveyor eliminating one or two steps in processing. Handling of the
modifications discussed. ; .
On motion of 5upervlsor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, Public Works was directed ro bring back an ordinance
setting out the boundary line modification procedures and that they should prepare
the proper documentation.
'' - - 77-22 APPROVE REQUESTED LOAN FOR LAKE MADRONE WATER DISTRICT
Dan 13 ac stoc ,County Counse ,reported on t e request of
Lake Madrone Water District far a loan of X15,000. A tax hat been levied
to genera#e most of the rrroney ~o operate the district. 1t has been the policy
of the Board in the past to [vole upon a loan to districts with disfavor. It is
recommended that this loan be appraye~l.,gb~ T
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8iN Lawrence, County Aud'+tor, explained how the money should
be 'transferred to the district,
It was moved by Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, that the loan to Lake Mk~drane Water District in the amount
up to $15,444 be approved, said loan to be paid v6'y .June, 197$, and that the funds
can be with drawn at intervals as requested by the district.
T7-23 PLANNING DEPARTMIENT DESIGNATED TO BE RE5PON5iBLE FOR
i:.f.RsAND ENFORCEMENT OF GUIDELINES
Mfr. $ ac stoc reports t at a meeting had been held last
night regarding the environmental guidelines with the committee that had
been appointed by fibs Board. The guidelines will be delivered to the Board
members. A number'of modifications have been made to the guidelines.
The guidelines will be senti to the comma#tee to make the corrections.
It can be seen that a tremendous amount of work wi I I have to be done as these
matters go through the procedures.
• It was suggested that the Planning Department be named as the
envtronrnentai guideline coordinator. Planning Department could be the coordinator
up to the time the change is made. Mr. Slackstock explained the procedure for
handling this ma#fer. He said it was important that it be clear where the
responsibility lies in this matter,
On motion of Supervisor Mladigan, seconded by Supervisor Winston
and unanimously carried, Planning Department was designated to be responsible
to coordinate environmental impact report matters and for the enforcement of the
guidelines.
77-Z4 PUBLIC HEARINGS 5ET FOR PLANNING ITEM5
Pu is arings were set as fo ows:
I. Redbnsideration of extension of interim "SR-f " (suburban-
residential)for property located north of Bell Road, west of Cussick Avenue,
northwest of Ch'rca. Set fnr February I, 1977 at 1;15 p.m. .
2. Butte County Planning Commission -rezone to •TP-164"
(timber-preserve) zone for portions of eastern Butte County per list A as adopted
by the Board of Supervisors pursuant to Assembly 8i11 1258. Sat for January 25,
1977 at 2:84 p,m.
3. Marsha K. Grape, et al -rezone from `TM-5" (timber-
mountain, five acre parcels} to "TM-20" (timber-mountain, 20 acre parcels)
property generally located Last of Vilas Read, approximately one mile north of
Ponderosa Way, containing 255 aches, more or less, Col:aiset. $et for hearing
on February I, 1977 at I;30 p.m. _
4. Stoneson Development Corporation -rezone from "A-2. Ltd. "
b 'C-2" (general commercial) for 7.7 acres, more ar less, and to "R-4 "
(maximum density-residential) for 2S acres, more or less, property located on
the west side of C~Qrk Road at Nunnelly R~aad, Paradise, Set fn • hearing on
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5. Halsey and Annie Louis Fink -rezone from "R-I " (single-family
residential) to '~C-2" (general commercial) property located on the northwest
comer of Thomason Lane and Skyway, containing 1.6acres;rnmore or.less,
Paradise . Set for hearing on January 25, 1977 at 1:30 p,m. '•
6. Mary Van Gilder, el aI ~ rezone from interim "R-I "
(single-family residential) to 'A-R" (agricultural-residential) property located
between 12th Street and 14th Street Qn the south aide of'Grand Avenue, containing
26 acres, more or less, Oroville. Set far hearing on February 1, 1977 at 2:15 p.m.
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MENTS TO DURHAM MOSQUITO ABATEMENT DISTRICT
pn motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Mad-igan
and unanimously carried, Charles Pooler and David Hostetler were reappointed
as members of the Durham Mosquito Abatement•District Board of Trustees„ for.
terms of two years. '
77-28 APPROVE APPOINTMENTS TO BUTTE COUNTY MOSQUITO ABATEMENT DiSTRIC~'
On motion of Supervisor 4/inston, secon e y Supervisor Lem e
and unanimously carried, T. A. Evans and Arthur D. Smith were re-appointed fo
the Board of Trustees of the Butte County Nbsquito Abatement District far fierms
of two years.
77-27 APPROVE APPOINTMENTS TO BUTTtA COUNTY FAIR BOARD
pn motion of Supervisor Nbsefey, seconded by Supervisor Winston
and unanimously carried, Mrs, Nadine Gillum and Leroy Wiser were reappointed
to the Butte County Fair Board for terms of three years.
77-28 APPROVE APPOINTMENTS TO CCCJ BOARD
On motion o pare sor em e, secon e y Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, Sheriff Gillick and .ledge Wetter were reappointed members
of the CCCJ Board. Appointment of Board member to replace Supervisor McKillop
put over to Tuesday, January II, 1977.
77-29 DISCUSSION; EMERGENCY MEDICAL CART: COUNCIL
Supervisor igan state ~ e a 3scusse this with Supervisor Lemke
yesterday. It was felt by Supervisor Madigan that the best thing to do was •to present
the Board members with copies of some of the proposals. Tl~; proposal presented
by the Executive Director would cost the County $74,4p0, Supervisor Madigan
felt this organization is tap heavy with exe~ative positions. If any of the
Board members one free to go b the Council meeting in tbedding, there will be
a meeting next Saturday. Costs far Emergency Medical Care Council discussed.
Mr. Nickelson said one of the ma#or problems is the justifying
of the expense for the' communication system. Butte County has an excellent
communication system. Mr. Nickelson questioned whether we should continue
to stay in the program.
Supervisor Madigan explained how the program could be handled.
Supervisor Madigan said he would attend the meeting in'l~dding on Saturday.
He wit) have copies of the proposed budget for Board members.
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77-30 DISCUSSION OF SELECTION OF COMMITTEE TO ASSIST CAO IN WRITING
LETTER TO GOVERNOR BROWN IN RI; SB 90 D15C~LAIMERS ~ AB 3121 COSTS
Clif Mickelsan, Administrative Officer, has compiled a lisp
of increased costs regarding SB 90~disclairr~srs and AB 3121 costs. A letter will
be sent to the Governor with a copy of the list of costs. The Board said they
hoped that the list had been compiled very carefully sa the State cannot come
back b the County and discredit the County's statement, 'Mr. Mickelwn will
prepare the letter and deliver it to the Gavemor, ar to Mr. Davis in the
Gavemar's Office.
77-31 SELECTION OF MEMBERS FOR DIRECTOR AND ALTERNATE TO CSAC, PLUS
• DESIGNATION OF BOARD RIPRicSENTATIVES ON NORTHERN CALfFORNIA
SUPERVISORS ASSOCIATION COMMITTI?ES
Appv~ntment of Director and.Alternate to CSAC discussed. -
On motion of 5up~erviscrr Lem~Ce, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, Chairman Richter was appointed as'Director-to CSAC
and Supervisor Winston was appointed as alternate to •~:"SAC. -
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, Chairman Richter was appointed as Director and-
Supervisor Winston asd alternate ro 9 Northern County Supervisors Association.
77-32 DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW GUIDELINES
Dan B ac slot ,County Counse ,stated a given the Board
members copies of .the envirofiinental guidelines. They will be ready far
Board consideration=next week. The Board members were requested to study
them in the meantime.
77-33 DISCUSSION OF ORDINANCE REPEALING CHAPTER 13 OF BUTTE COUNTY
(PUT OVER TO JANUARY t8) .
At t e ~~quest of Covhty Counsel, discussion of ordinance
repealing Chapter 13 of Butte County Code {surface mining and reclamation plan
ordinance) was put over to Tuesday, January 18, 1977.
RECESS: Ix:oo
RECONVENED: I :30
77-34 APPOINTMENT OF COMMITTEE TO SELECT PARADISE MUNICIPAL ADVISORY
COUNCIL MEMBERS •
Bac ground of the formation of the Paradise Municipal Advisory
Council set out for the benefit of the new Board members. The first members of
that body, which is to provide advise and counsel tv the Board, should be
appointed. Process of appointmen# of the first members discussed.
Supervisar'Lemke said that the Board members had received a
letter from Earl Bailey regarding the applications. Fle had requested to be
appointed to the screening committee.
Appointment of screening committee discussed. C
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On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Nbseley
and unanimously carried, Supervisors Lemke and Winston and Eari i3ailey
were appointed as screening committee to sek~cr•.the members of the Paradise
Municipal Advisory Council and to report back .to the Board on January 18, 1977.
77-35 ADOPT RESOLUTION 77-I AUTHORIZING INTER-COUNTY TRANSFEROF
PRISONERS RE WORK FURLOUGH PROGRAMS PURSUANT TO PENAL CODE
SECTION 128.5
Crf Mickelson, Administrative Officer, explained the request
of Judge Houghtonr Chico Municipal Court, for the adoption of resolution
authorizing inter-county transfer of prisoner b Alameda County. Judge Houghton
would like to sentence this woman to the Alameda County jail so the woman
could continue to work at her place of employment. The prisoner would cover
the cost of this incarceration through the work furlough program.
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, Resolution 77-I authorizing inter-county transfer of
prisoners re work furlaughpri~rograms pursuant to penal cads section 12E}8.5
was adopted and the Chairman authorized t4 sign. .
RECESS: I :44
RECONVENED: 2:Og
77-3b CONTiNCJATION OF HEARING: RODNEY WORTHINGTON-APPEAL OF
SUBDIVISION COMMIT'TEE'S DETERMINATION TO FILE NOTICES OF VIOLATION
ON PROPERTY LOCATED ON WEST SIDE OF MAXWELL DRIVE, SOUTH OF
GREENWOOD DRIVE PARADISE
Continuation o aring on the Rodney Worthington appeal of
Subdivision Committee's determination to file notices of violation on property
located an west side of Maxwell Drive, south of Greenwood Drive, Paradise
was held as continued. County Counsel stated that this should be continued
to a date certain in the near future. They are getting the final subdivision
map through.
Hearing opened to the public. Appearing;
1. Mr. I~dney Worthington. He felt this should be continued
for another 30 days.
Hearing continued to February I, 1977 at 9:3fl a.m.
77-37 CONi`INUATION OF EARL, LEAVITT AND MINTO APPEAL OF DENIAL
OF TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP, AP 44-4614, three lots, NORTHEAST CORNER
OF EATON ROAD AND ESPLANADE CHICO
T cantinuat an •o armg an the Earl, Leavitt and Minto
appeal of denial of tentative parcel map, A~ 44-46-14, three lots, nodi~ast
comer of Eaton Road and Esplanade, Chico, was held at this time. This
map had been denied because of the stipulation. Because of the amended
stipulation, the County can now act on this. The agreement with the Attorney
General has been changed. This parcel map .fits within the agreement as ~~
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amended. it was stated that the Parcel split did not conform to the Genera!
Plan.
Action to be taken discussed. It was stated that Mr. Lawson
could bring back a report comparing this with the other areas. It should be
determined whether or not the map is compatible with the General plan.
Hearing opened to the public.
Hearing continued to January l6, 1977 at 9:30 a.m. Mr. Lavyson
will present a report comparing this to the other elements of the General Plan Y
and will write a recommendation far the Board in the matter.
77-38 DISCUSSION: SETTING OF PUBLIC HEARINGS; TO BE SET IN MORNING
Chairman itichter as{~bd the Boar i t ey wou agreea eta
attempt to hold all public hearings in the rooming. The hearings would ibe
scheduled at certain times, for a certain length of time. Board members gave their
_ support to this concept of setting hearings.
Tl-39 DISCUSSION: EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE"COUNCIL
Supervisor igan as ed r t consensus of the Board's•view
regarding the Emergency Modica! Care Council. It was felt the County should
take a 'watch and wait"attitude. Supervisor Winston suggested that .
Supervisor Madigan tell this group that he, Supervisor Madigan, was taming
from a very cost-conscience group. Discussed; no action taken.
RECESS: The Board recessed at 2:20 far an executive session.
RECONVENED: The Board reconvened at 2:25 fallowing an executive session.
The Chairman stated that the Board had held a meet and confer
session ~o give policy dfdretian to personnel officer re a
compensation matter. •
ADJOURNMENT:
F are being nothing further before the Board at this time, the
meeting was adjourr:ed at 2:26 to reconvene on Tuesday, ,ianuary II, 1977
at 9:00 a.m.
ATTEST: CLARK A. NELSON, CC-UNTY CLERK
By: airman o t e Board
C er o and
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