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February 18, 1975
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
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CDI]NTY OF BUTTE )
The Board o£ Supervisors met at 9:00 a.m. pursuant to adjournment.
Present: Supervisors Cameron, McKillop, Richter and Chairman Ladd. Clif
Nickelson, Administrative Officer, Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, sad Clark
A. Nelson, County Clerk, 6y Margie Catt, Board of Supervisors Clerk.
Absent: Supervisor Madigan.
Pledge of allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America,
75-267 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
n mo on o upervisor McKiilop, seconded by Supervisor Cameron
and carried, thhhe minutes of February Ii, 1975 were appooved with the amendment
tnda~`~geY--Fie rin hs~€i~~r ~arc~i°TLl~~ibruary nth, are set far Martin-March 4th
75-~ba coMMUN1c~TIO~s
Norman Merolla, Mica.. Mr. Merolla writes regarding the Beards denial
of his appeal for s variance and states that his application and $50
~~~,00 fee to apply for such variance should not have been accepted if the
variance could not legally be granted, and requests return o£ the
$50 fee. Discussed; referred to Countq iCovnael for answer. It was
suggested that criteria be set out about the fees not being refundable.
Delores Dickens, ParadLse. Mrs. Dickens writes in opposition to the proposed
r~3 o a trailer park on Chapparal Drive off Neal Road, Information only.
Jim Rackerby, Oroville. Mr. Rackerby submits his resignation from the Board
of Directors of the Oroville-Wyandotte Irrigation District effective
~ o p•S~ February 15, 1975. Discussed. Resignation will have to be accepted
end an appointment made Co fill the vacancy. No action at this time.
Mulkey, Aisthorpe and Kelly, Chico. The Attorneys file claims against the
/a B,Z~ Countq on behalf of Harold A. Belknap and Ethel Belknap. See
motion following communications.
First Baptist Church, Oroville. Richard A. Uzzel, pastor, invites the Board
to share is the activities commemorating his church's fiftieth
anniversary, and extends an invitation to the Chairman or a
representative of the Board to be a guest at their anniversary
luncheon. Chairman Ladd stated he would attend. Letter referred
to Chairman Ladd.
Family Service ss'-' oT- c"" cation, Chico. The Board of the•Butte-Glenn Family
~ p Service Association express appreciation for the facilities for
`~ h 5• counseling on Del Oro Way provided by the County. Letter of
thanks; no action needed.
Human Rights Advisory Council, Mr, Leland Kent, chairman, calls attention
D ~ to recant flooding in Thermalito, Oroville and Palermo areas, and
Q d' the dangers to safety and health of the Iow income, elderly and
minority people which result therefrom. Discussed. Referred to
Mr. Castleberry to answer.
Chico Republican Women Federated. The Federation sends copy of a resolution
re illegal aliens receiving welfare under the recent ruling of
r pE.~ ~' Superior Judge Irving Perluss of Sacramento. They urge the Supervisors
to join State Welfare Director in an appeal to overturn this ruling.
Board has taken action on this previously; no action taken at this time.
League of Women Voters of Butte~County, The League is presenting a public
program on "Air:Pollution in the Sacramento Valley" on Monday,
A O February 24 in Chico, and extends an invitation to attend.
/ D~• Information on~y.
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City of Chico. Mayor Ringel expresses thanks to the Board's indicated intention
!tl 0 ~ ~ to hold special meetings in Chico. Letter of thanks; no action
needed.
City of Gridley. The City sends notice Chat the Council of the City of Gridley
p D has authorized continuation of the Olympic Swimming Pool - County
'~ 3 ~' Service Area No. 34 agreement for the period July 1, 1975 through
June 30, 197fi in accordance with paragraph nine of the agreement.
Discussed; see motion following communications.
City of Sonoma. The City forwards its Resolution No. 8-75 requesting support
for SB312 (Dunlap) which temporarily excludes any person employed
~ ~ G .Z 1' in s work experience program, pursuant to the federal Emergency
Jobs and Employment Assistance Act of 1974 with respect to such
service from the California Public Retirement System. Present policy
explained by Mr. Nickelson; sea motion following communications.
Senator Nate Holden. Senator Holden forwards copy of his bill SB234 which
would change the law and require juveniles committing certain crimes
~ to be tried as adults. He requests information as to the Board of
~p~y Supervisors' position on this bill prior to its hearing before the
j Senate Judiciary Committee on March 3. Mr. Nickelson will obtain more
information regarding bill; discussion to be held next week.
State Department of Transportation. The Department states that the rules and
regulations £or the Rural Highway Public Transportation Demonstration
p ~ Program previously forwarded for comments from the counties with
~00' due date of February 6, 1975, has had the deadline for comments
extended to April 5. 1975. Letter discussed; Mr. Castleberry will
invite representative to speak at next BCAG meeting.
Sacramento District Corps of Engineers. The District Engineer responds to the
a ~ Board's letter of January 7 regarding deposition on emergency bank
~{(Z~ protection for the proposed county road sear Sacramento River Mile
194. Discussed; no action taken.
Mark Sanders, Executive Secretary, California Manpower Services Council.
~ C 3.~ Letter of thanks for submitting modification of the Tit Le VI grant
application. Information; no action needed.
Supervisor Jack Madigan. Card from Hawaii.
Paradise Safety Council. Letter of thanks for the outstanding offered to
a. f 00 ~~ ~ Paradise during the recent storm.
75-269 REJECTION OF CLAIMS: HAROLD & ETHEL BELKNAP
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Cameron
and carried, the claim of Harold A. Belknap in the amount of $500,000.00
and the claim of Ethel Belknap in the amount o£ $250,000.00 was rejected
sad referred to the County's insurance carrier.
75-270 AC~tOIdLEDGE & AGREE TO CONTINUANCE OF AGREEMENT WITH CITY OF GRIDLEY
FOR OL~IG `SFTI2~ASING POOL, COUNTY _SERVICE AREA N0. 34
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Richter
and carried, the Board acknowledged the notice from the City of Gridley and
agreed to the continuation of the Olympic Swimming Pool-County Service Area
No. 34 agreement for the period July 1, 1975 through June 30, 1976, in
accordance with paragraph nine of the agreement.
75-271 APPROVE LETTER OF SUPPORT OF CITY OF SONOMA RESOLUTION N0. 8-75, REQUESTING
SUPPORT FOR SENATE BILL 312 (Dunlap)
T' On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor McKillop
and carried, the Board approved a letter in support of the City of Sonoma's
Resolution No. 8-75 requesting support for 58312 (Dunlap) which temporarily
excludes any person employed in a work experience program, pursuant to the
federal F]vergency Jobs and Employment Assistance Act of 197k with respect to
such service from .the California Public Retirement System.
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75-272 ITEMS DECLARED SURPLUS PROPERTY ~ AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT FOA WELFARE
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Cameron
and carried, the following action was taken:
1. Declared items in the Treasurer's office that are no longer
needed or suitable for the Treasurer's operations surplus property sad
authorized disposal by the Purchasing Officer.
2. tufihorized purchase of six used tab lea at $100 plus tax
for the ~lelfare Department.
75-273 AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT FOR MANPOW~R_PROGRAM. TITLE VI GRAND
Mr. Nickelson stated that Board authorisation is requested to
purchase equipment for the CountyGovernment Manpower Title VI grant.
Purchases will be from the granC funds and the equipment will be federally
owned. Mr. Nickelson did not think that any of the items from the Treasurer's
Office could be transferred to this program; he explained this statement.
Request discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor McKillop
and carried, purchase of equipment for Manpower Program was authorized,
from the grant funds.
75-274 APPROVE PRISCIPLE OF SINGLE ALARM TERMINATION SYSTEM (BURGLAR AiARMS)
SIiERIFF'S OFFICE
Enclosed with the Board member's agenda was a memo from the
Purchasing Officer explaining the present eituatioa regarding commercially
installed burglar alarms in theSheriff's office communications center. This,
at present, is a hodgepodge and definitely needs correcting to enable the
Sheriff's dispatching office to operate in an efficient manner. The proposal
as outlined in the material would be at no cost to the County, however, it
would require etttering into an agreement with the company selected for
installation of the system. System discussed.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Cameron
and carried, the Board approved the principle of a single alarm termination
system, sad suthnrized an agreement with Chico Electronics Company.
75-275 BUDGET GRANSFERS APPROVED
Oa motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by SupervisorMcKillop
and carried, the following budget transfers were approved:
8-135 Planning - $3,550 from the reserve for contingencies with $350 going to
extra help; $900 to communicatinns; $1,500 to office expense; and
$800 to publications and legal notices.
8-136 Local Agency Formation Commission. $13.59 from transportation and travel
to equipment.
B-137 Board of•SUpervisors $625 from the reserve for contingencies to
memberships to cover membership in the National Association of
Counties.
8-138 Administration - $500 from salaries and wages regular, with $400 going to
extra help and $100 to overtime.
8-139 Building and Subdivision. $90 from other transportation and travel to
Board authorized travel
8-140 Paradise Justice Court. $1,000 from the reserve for contingencies to
professional and special services, and is to cover a present deficiency
of $704 and provide an amount for the balance of the fiscal year.
8-141 Chico Marshal. $500 €rom office expense to extra help within the Chico
Marshal's budget.
B-142 Board of Supervisors. $622.$6 from the reserve for contingencies to
professional and specialized services and is to Dover the coat of the
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annual updating of the County Codes.
B-143 Farm and Home Advisor. $293 from office expense to equipment within
the Farm and Home Advisor's budget.
B-144 Central Services - $3,450 from the reserve for contingencies to the
Central Services equipment account, and ie to cover purchases of
six used vehicles from Caltrans as approved by the Board on
February 11, 1975.
75-276 APPROVE PAYMENT OF EXPENSES OF SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEE FOR
ATTENDANCE AT J W CARD TRIAL IN MERGED COUNTY
Jim Johansen, assistant auditor, was presenC to answer any questions
concerning the request for authorization to pay expenses of Sheriff's Department
employee for attendance at J. W. Card trial is Merced County.
On motion of Supervisor McKiilop, seconded by Supervisor Cameros
and carried, authorization was granted to pay expenses of Sheriff's Department
employee for attendance at J. W. Card trial in Merced County.
75-277 DANCE PERMITS APPROVED
On motion of Supervisor McRillop, seconded by Supervisor Cameron
and carried, the following applications for dance permits were approved:
1. An annual dance permit with fees waived for Paradise Assembly
No. 97 Order of Rainbow for Girls.
2. Dance permit for Durham Volunteer Fire Department to hold a
dance on March 8, 1975 in Durham Memorial Hall, with fees waived.
75-278 APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR SALE, RIGHT OF WAY ACQULSITION: & ADOPT RESOLUTION
NO 75-26 CLARIFICATION OF RESOLUTION 74-130 CSA X38
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Richter
and carried, the following action was taken:
1. Approved agreement for sale, authorized Chairman Co sign and
authorized Auditor to issue warrant upon demand of County~s escrow agent on
the following:
Oroville Quincy Highway 27561-73-1
C. H. Hayes, et ux 0.048 ac. $90.00 No improvements $90.00
2. Adopted Resolution 75-26, clarification of Resolution 74-130,
County Service Area No. 38, clarification o£ costs in lines 24 and 25 to
be "County Service Area X38 costs," rather than county funds, and authorized
the Chairman to sign.
75-279 ABANDONMENT OF STORM DRAIN EASEMENTS TAKEN OFF AGENDA
Mr. Castleberry requested that the item entitled "Abandonment
of storm drain easement" be taken off the agenda a t this time.
75-280 DISCUSSION: LETTER FROM TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT
C1ey Castleberry, Director of Public Works, explained a letter
from the State Transportation Department concerning the Gianelii bridge.
Letter discussed; no action taken.
75-281 RESOLUTION SELLING THE BUTTE COUNTY SERVICE ARFA N0. 26 SEWER BONDS:
DISCUSSED. NO ACTION TAKEN AT THIS TIME
Dan Blackatock, County Counsel, sA~d he would like to delay aeCion
on the Resolution selling the Butte County Service Area No. 26 sewer bonds
until later is the day. The bid came in and he is trying to work this
matter an4 with the Thermalito Irrigation District attorney. Resolution
will be discussed later in the day.
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On motion of supervisor Mctci.ilop, seco
and carried, the following Land Conservation Act
and the Chairman was authorized to sign.
James F. & Lorraine B. Bacardo
Correia, Frank E. & Elaine C.
Donald, Ray Ralph
Gehriner & Unkel
Goff, Moline S.
Grubbs, Wendell & Mary Hells
Henneman, Vugrenes, Marley & Leach
Lorrain, A,F. & Gannon, J.E. & C.L.
Manthei, Theodore & Mary
Miles, Robert R. & Sara L.
Ohlson, Louis D. & Kathleen M.
Pacific Coast Producers
Peterson, Peter & Patricia
Russell, E. Leland & Ruby J. ~- Russell,
Russell, Ernest E. & Alice M.
Seevera, Cecil J. & Constance M,
Vincent, Doyle G. & Jeannie L.
Williamson, Jack Vernon
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75-282 APPROVE AGREEMENT WITH COOK ASSOCLATES FOR PARADISE BRANCH OF COUNTY LIBRARY
Mr. Blackatock explained the agreement with Cook Associates for the
design and preparation of construction plans and specifications for the new
Paradise Branch of the Butte County Public Library. Chairman Ladd suggested
a modification to the agreement. The modification is to state that the
$400,000 budget includes fees to Cook Associates and any other inspection
costs. Modification discussed.
On motion o£ Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor McKillop
and carried, the agreement with Cook Associates for Paradise Branch of
County Library was approved, with the modification net out by Chairman Ladd,
and the Chairman was authorized to sign.
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Agreements were approved
Eugene & Rita
Bettye Dlair, Pleasing Department, presented the Planning
Commission's report of a denied rezone from "A-R" (agricultural-residential}
and "MKP" (mobile home park) to "MHP-10" {mobile home park 10 acre minimum)
property located on the east side of Neal Aoad along the north aide of
Chaparral Drive, Paradise, as requested by t~imco Enterprises. No action need
be taken on this report unless an appeal is filed. No action at this time.
75-285 TENTATIVE PARCEL MAPS RECOtRdENDID FOR APPROVAL: APPROVED
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Cameron
and carried, the tentative parcel maps recommended £or approval were approved,
subject. to the conditions of the Planning Commission, with the note that
negative Environmental Impact Reports hisve been filets:
Zoned A-2 Donald zt, Ntllson, AA 24-1~-52, 2 lots, locat?c~ on
the corner of Picharc~s & ~ricllev avenues, snutheast
of Gric~lev,
Pursuant to the r~auir=menu of Sects on 2~.3 of. thQ Putts county
Code, the tentative parcel man of the above nron~rty has bEen rs-
vipured. by t`-e ButtA Caunty Subdivision ('ommi tteQ ant? the Planni ncr
Commission.
The Subdivision Comre;tts.~ and the Planninn Commission r~commnnd
approval of the tentative man, su?~isct to the folloti*ina con~?itio~•s~ •..
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1. Deed to t_he County Of DLttt9 3Q ft. r{ ~ht-bf-~~av from the cent=_r-
lin= of (;ri alley ant' Pi chart?s Tv?.
2. Indicat_ on the final man the re^:aininr~ parcel.
71 Nacrativ2. Declaration °aaarc".inq ~nv.ro::~~:ntal Ir~n3ct ~•ras filed
:•rit'~ the Countti' C'l°rl: or. January 20, 1975.
7.oned A-2 yen=_ Luellen Heffley. AP.Ab-Q6-33, ~ late, located 1/2
ri-1a Qa4t o£ t:~s "~idwav-nn Chico--hroville F*~,r~. Engin_er:
?~cCain Assoc.
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 2(1.3 of the Butte County Code,
the t_ntativ_ Hertel man of the above property has begin rPvi=load by
t?~e Rut t. County Subdivision Commttta=_ and th° Planning C.omr:ission.
The Subdivision Committee and the Planning Comm{ssion recommend
annraval o: the tentativ_ maP, subject to the £c11o:•r_nq conditions:
1. Show all existing wells within 1^~ ft. of thQ nre*~osec~ parcel
bounrary lines, anc~ 177 ft. s=ratio tank free radius around salt'
caell sit=s.
2. 5*:=ci fv tzs location o£ w=11 sit=s on each rarcel and shoo a
1~0 ft. septic tanY, f.r» rac;i us arouni sa_d wall sits.
3. .Provide a minimun of 1.5~~ 9n. £=et of area for s~*-oaae dzsnosal
as re+7ui rP2 by the Orc'inance .
~1. 57~rify legal access.
5. Construct thn sntranc~ root? ~•r?thin th= suJ~j=_ct nron_ ert_r to A5P-
LD2 standarc.
! A Negative Declaration P.egarc?ina Environmental Impact was filed with
the County C1erY. on .7anuary 2n, 1475.
Zoned A-2 1-7ountain House Assoc., AP 61-~2-2~, 4 lots, on Orovilla--
Quincy FIwy., northc•~ast o.f berry Cr_ek. >rngin:er:
Craves & Geddis.
Pursuant to the r?~uiram=rats of Section 20.3 of the Butte County
Cod=_, the tentative parcel man of the above property has been r2-
vidwsd by the Butts County Subdivision Committs~ and the Planning
Commission.
The Subdivision Coshmittse anc~ the Planning Commission recommend
approval of the tentative maA, subject to the following conditions:
1. Proof of mater er nut statement on final mao.
2. Deed to the County of Butts fin ft. right-of-*.aay from the cAnter-
line of Oro-quince Hrry.
3. 'Verify legal access.
4. Frovic'.e travQrsablQ access.
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5. Indicate a 5n ft. builc~inq setback from the centerline of oro-
Quincv Hwv.
A N=_gativs D=claration PsQardinq Hnvironm=ntal Impact was filed
T,~ith the County Clerk on ~7anuary 20, 1975.
7,oned A-3 (,sores S. Nakao, AP 3F-24-n~, 2 Iots, north of Oro-
Bangor Hwy., west of Wyandotte-~Rinera Ranch pt?.,
nroville. ~nginssr: Graves & reddis
Pursuant to the re+Tuir=meats of Section 7.9.3 of the Butte County
Code, the tentative parcel man of thQ above pro»erty has been re-
viaw=_d Jay the Butte County Subdivision Committee and the Planning
Commission.
Th° Subdivision Committee and the Planning Commission recommQnd
approval of the tentative map, subject to the followina conditions:
1. Indicate a 100 ft. septic tank free setback along the stream
on Parcel ?, and indicate a 50 ft. septic tank setback on the
drainage channel on Parcels 1 & 2.
2. Proof of water or nut statement on final man.
3. Verify legal access.
4. Indicate a 25 ft. drainage easement for swal=s.
A 27eaative Declaration Psgarding Fnvironm=_ntal Tmpact was filed
with the County Clerk on January 27, 1915.
ton°d A-R F.obert C. Kgllogq, AP 51-25-?.2, 79, & 84, 2 lots,
on yak Springs Road, east of Neal Foad, Paradise.
SurvAyor: .Tohn W. Hamby
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 20.3 of the Butte County
Code, the tentative parcel mau of the above property has be?n re-
viewed by the Butte County Subdivision Committee a»cl the Planning
Commission.
The Subdivision Committee and the Planning Commission recommend.
approval of the tentative map, subject to thq following conditions:
1. Reserve an additional 1~ ft. right-of-way along the northerly
property line, south of the existing 20 ft. easement.
2. Provide traversable acc=ss with a maintsnanc~ aareament.
3. Non-exclusive easement statement on final mao.
9. No further division of the land unti.i 60 ft. of access has bAen
provided.
5. Indicate a 20 ft. building s_tback from the additional 10 Et.
easement.
A Negative Declaration pegardanq environmental Impact wAS filed with
the County Clerk on ,Tanuarv 2~, 1975.
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7.on._cl A-2 Ltc?. lac?: 11gwe, 11P 52-0179, 2 Iota, ~'2~ f*_, south
of Rillfl Frc~., on Luck}~ ,7ohn Rc~., P~rac_s=..
Engzn°sr: .Toy Stanlav
Pursuant to the r:Ruir=marts of Snct? on 2~ , 3 of the Butt= CnIS'14!~
Cdr?°, t'7° t°?ltdti V° nareel T!tc~.n Of t?l°.. •3~O~T°, r1Y0'7?Y~!~ haS ~7°_~n T'°-
vi=.w~ci'~v thfl Putty County Subdivision Committee and the Planning
Commission.
The Subdivision Committee and the Planning Commission rscommand
annroval of the t.ntat?v= non, suh~sct to t:ze =olloroing cond'_tjons:
1. Vrify legal acc=ss.
2 , ~>>r~ f~~ 1=cra1 narc=? .
3. Inr':_cat~ a 24 ft. builc?inn s~t~~ack from the =.aGe*.r,=nt 1_n=_.
A Naoat.*'_v= P.clar.zt_or. *~a~arc"nq F.nv'_ro~tr^.~ntn1 Imn~,ct ~•las Filsc' r•r±t?,
the Cotmt~~ Clark nn ;;nv~mhar. ?.5, 1A7~.
RECESS: 4:50
RECONVENED; 10:05
75-286 REPORT: GEORGE STAMM CONCERNING STATE RECLAMATION BOARD MEETING
George Stamm reported on the State Reclamation Board hearing
held last Friday in Sacramento. This related to the Rules and Regulations
for Butte Basin. County Counsel attended this hearing with Mr. Stamm.
They presented the Board's stand that no action should be taken on the rules.
Colusa County also opposed the rules. Mr. Stamm stated that since this was
the first time that the rules had been presented to the Reclamation Board,
no action was taken.
In 1964 the Reclamation Board had adopted a Master Plan for Butte
Hasin far the weir and by-pass system. The rules were to protect the master
plan. Now the Reclamation Board felt that they should go back and hold
public hearings and maybe reaniad their action taken in 1964 and rescind
the Master Plan. Reclamation District 2106 was represented at this hearing
and they requested Chat the Reclamation Board rescind their action taken in
1964. Reclamation District 2106 would like to have a Master Plan adopted
that would only include low levees.
The other matter they had gone to Sacramento about concerned the
Mathews application. This item had been removed from the agenda as the
Reclamation Board also felt that an EIR should be prepared, but they felt
that the County should prepare it. This suggestion discussed. Tt-e State
felt the County would have more in-put in the matter, Mr. Blackatock said
he would recommend that maybe the Board should consider that the County prepare
the EIR; it would be a good gesture in cooperating with the State. No action
taken on this recommendation at this time.
They also discussed the application of Baldwin concerning the
placing of material in Liado Channel. Baldwin was there and they indicated
that they would remove the material and would place it in the area that was
satisfactory to the County.
Mr. Blackatock stated that the issue of the regulations is not
dead. Col. McCullom is going to push them. Mr. Blackatock anticipates
the County will be hearing more on them. They will probably ask the County
to work with them eo the County will be in a position to handle some of
the problems. The County could w~8$e ~~gm a letter and state t~~ru~~y 18, 1975
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County will work with them on this matter. No action taken on this.
Supervisor McKillop stated that the County did indicate that they
would contemplate some flood plane zoning and we should not let this matter
die. iC was felt that the two Supervisors from the west aide of the County
should spearhead this matter. Supervisor Richter agreed with this statement
and said they would move ahead on this matter. He plans to have a meeting
with County Counsel and George Stamm and get information on the matter.
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Supervisor Cameron said that at the Nina Northern Counties Supervisor
meeting it was requested that the Board of Supervisors support proposed
legislation to raise the foster home care payments. Proposed bill discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor Richter
and carried, intent was expressed to support the proposed bill when it is
introduced to raise #oster home care payments.
75-288 DISCUSSION: LABOR RELATIONS INSTITUTE TO $$ HELD IN SANTA CRUZ IN MARCH
Supervisor Cameron commented on the letter regarding the Labor
Relations Institute to be held in Santa Cruz, March 5 through 7:'~, New
bills have been introduced allowing public employees to strike. Chairmen
Ladd commented on SB 275, the collective bargaining act. Be feet the Board
should oppose this bill. The Board members requested that a copy of the bill
be obtained €or them. Time spent discussing the b±11.
It wen stated that someone from Personnel would attend the Institute.
Mr. Blackstock will secure copies of the bill and give them to the Board
members.
75-289 DISCUSSION: RENTING OF MOBILE HOMES ON PRIVATE LOTS
Supervisor Cameron said he has been receiving telephone calla
about the ranting of mobile homes on private property. He understands that
this is illegal. Mr. Biackstack said that it was illegal. Supervisor
Richter said that something should be done about eliminating this situation.
Mr. Lawson said the County should ask the State to do something about the
situation; it is a State problem. it was fe1C this problem should be called
to the attention of the State Legislators and to CSAC.
It was moved by Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor McKillop
and carried, that the matter of renting of mobile homes on private property
be brought to the attention of the State Legislators and to CSAC and request
that something be done about the problem and that they be requested to reply
to the County's letter.
75-290 DISCUSSION:_ PREPARATION_OF EIR FOR THE STATE ON MATHEWS APPLICATION
.dim Lawson, Planning Director, asked if it were true that the
County was going to prepare an EIR r'or the State regarding the Mathews
application. The State is the lead agency in this matter. Mr. Biackstock
explained the situation. The Reclamation Hoard has requested that the
County write the EIR, it was felt the County should bill the Reclamation
Board for the preparing of this EIR. Chairman Ladd stated that if the
applicant was charged for the EIR preparation, then the Sta to could be billed
and they could in turn hill the applicant. A letter will be sent to them
telling them that this is how it will be handled.
75-291 SUPERVISOR CAMERONs'rUti.~ING FOR THE MARYSVILLE-BAGGETT RAILROAD CROSSING
Supervisor Cameron said that the Board members that had attended
the Nine Northern Counties Supervisors meeting last week, also attended the
Public Works meeting held at that time. It was quite alarming the picture
that was set out where the nation will be in 1980. The whale picture does
not look Very good. In that vein, he would Like to suggest, with the closing
of the railroad faciiitp in Portole, the County should make sure thaC the
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railroad crossing at Marysville-Baggett Road be funded. The County should meet
with the State people and get the funding for this crossing. Re suggested
that some of the Board members meet with them and tell them the County would
be satfsfied if they approved this crossing.
Supervisor Richter responded to these statements. The Board voted for
the crossing in the Oroville area. This project would be s matter of
convenience; the Durham project is a safety project. He set out a sketch of
the Durham crossing. He did not think gates would be good at this crossing.
He explained haw the road could be realigned. Cost of the grade crossing
set out. He feels the Board has to continue to support the Durham crossing.
Crossings discussed. Priority of the Durham crossing was
established because of the excessive traffic and the accidents that have
happened at this location. Mr. Castleberry explained how the PUC selected this
crossing to fund. Projects discussed; no further action taken.
75-292 APPEARANCE: MRS. ERNIE AL$RECHT OROVILLE
Mrs. Ernest ALbrechC, Oroville, stated she ieans towards
Supervisor Cameron's way of thinking. The Oroville-Baggett project rhouid be
re-evaluated because there will be more train employees brought to this County
with the closing of the Portola yards. She hoped the Board would see fit
to do something about this project; the people should be kept informed.
75-293 APPEARANCE: MRS. SANDY BRONNgR. BICGS: PROBLEM OF DOGS
Mrs, Sandy Bronner, Biggs, explained the problem the residents
had with dogs running loose in Biggs. The animal control officer is not
acting as a control officer but ae a pick-up man. The residents in Biggs
would like to have a night patrol to help with this problem. It takes
place between the hours'of 11:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m. Chairman Ladd said
this ie a subject that comes up time after time. This County has four
animal control officers. He would suggest that the Sheriff or Undersherif€
appear before the Board to discuss the problem. Supervisor McKillop
suggested that Mr. Nickelson get together with the animal control officer and
arrange for night pickups. Mrs. Bronner suggested that Thursday nights would
be a good night for night patrol. Mr. Nickelson will discuss the problem
with Mr. Stenberg.
75-294 APPEARANCE: GRAVER JONES, FOREST RANCH REQiiEST FOR E7CEMPTION FRED
INTERIM ORDINANCE
Grover Jones, Forest Ranch, said he was present today to ask for an
exception to the interim ordinance that this Board adopted last meek. He
presented a petition signed by residents. He said he was never given a chance
to see the original petition; he is Che operator of the service station in
that area. This petition was signed by the residents there that need hie
services.
Mr. Jones stated he had purchased property adjoining the present
service station. Re is prepared to build a new station to handle the needs
of the people. ~ia Chat area. !ie explained the proplem.
Supervisor Richter said he tried to flash a warning when the interim
zoning was passed. People get caught up in these problems when there are no
hearings held. He would hope that the Board 1n the future will not move into
interim zonings so quickly.
Supervisor McRillop stated that the Association from Forest &anch had
presented the request for the interim zoning.
Tony Santos, owner of the property on which the present service
station is located, set out the lot in question on a diagram. He said he
needs to move the present restaurant across to the Location of the service
station. He explained the need for moving the restaurant.
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Request for elimination of the interim zoning discussed.
Brian Rix, deputy county counsel, said that perhaps the ordinance could
be amended to delete this parcel owned by Mr. Jones. Matter to be
brought back later in the meeting.
75-295 APPEARANCE: MR, ED DELIGHT, GRIDLEY
REQUEST FOR ENCROACEIMENT PERMIT TO CROSS COUNTY BARRIER AT END OF BONN AVE., GRIDLEY
Mr, Ed Delight, Gridley, said there is a two-acre .p#~'Cel at'the end of
Bonn bane. Re is requesting an encroachment permit to cross t..a one-foot
strip reserved by the County. Chairman Ladd said he has looked at the site;
Mr. Castleberry said he was familiar with it. The people would like to use
this parcel of land. Background set out and discussed. Bonn Lane is a
County road,
Use of property discussed. It was suggested that maybe a driveway
encroachment permit could be issued. Mr. Castleberry said this would not
cause a problem to the County.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Cameron
and carried, a 20~ driveway permit was granted to go through the County
barrier to property at the end of Bonn Avenue, Gridley.
75-296 APPEARANCE: MARJORIE COR. PARADISE
Mrs. Marjorie Cox, Paradise, stated she appreciated the position
that Supervisor Richter had taken on the interim ordinance matter,
Mrs. Cox stated that she has been reading that they want Co ban
all burning in Paradise; she feels that this is a poor plan.
Mrs. Cox stated she has a problem with a division of some of
her property, She has discussed the problem with Supervisor McKillop and
Chairman Ladd. Ms-.,uavihy is handling this property division for her.
The road into the property has to be completed. There are two parcel
maps invalved. Seventy-five acres is being divided into four parcels.
Maps discussed. She was told that she would have ep.to August 13, 1975 to
complete the road. No action needed.
75-297 REPORT BY ROYAL MANION, DIVISION OF FORESTRY: PLUMAS FOREST RECEIPTS
Mr. Royal Mansion spoke on behalf of Piumas Forest. He gave a rundown
on the timber receipts. Ue explained the chart presented to the Board members.
Proposed public notice of timber sales presented to the Clerk for the
coming year.
75-298 APPEARANCES: DURHANt OVER PASS AT RAILROAD GRASSING
1. Mr. Richard McWilliams, Durham, said he was concerned about
the Durham werpasa.~ li? has seen many accidents there; he feels that the
project should be put in.
2. Alex Saline, Durham, said there are a large number of people
in that area that favor the overpass. Re feels that this project should be
pushed forward.
3. Charles Grady, spoke in favor of the overpass,
4. Jerry Letson, representing the California Division. of Forestry,
spoke concerning the overpass in Durham on the Midway. The Division of~
Forestry units use this crossing between 800-900 times a year in going to fire
activities. This present crossing requires that they reduce their speed.
There is always the possibility that a train will be there and will delay them
in getting to a fire. lle ie in favor of the war crossing.
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5. Mr. Bob Duboce, equipment rental business in Chico, spoke in
favor of the over crossing on the Midway in Durham.
6. John Stutz, Chico, apoke in favor of the over crossing in Durham.
He said that moat of the people using the road were in the agricultural
business. He said he wenC Ca Durham yesterday and there were I4 cars waiting
for the train to go by this crossing. This holds up the people attempting
to get their work done.
75-299 APPEARAi3CE OF JOHN HAMBY REGARDING TFiE PROPOSED SDBDIVISION ORDINANCE
Mr. John Hamby said he understands that there will be a public hearing
on Che proposed subdivision ordinance. He has been told that the ordinance
has not been prepared. County Counsel stated that the ordinance would be
printed after the Board decides on the format; he explained the background.
Supervisor McKillop said it will be on the agenda in the near future.
The public will be given copies of the proposed ordinance prior to the hearing.
Supervisor McKillop gave Mr. Aamby his copy of the proposed ordinance.
75-300 HEARING; CAI,-PACIFIC FARMS, INC. SEARING RE THE DENIAL OF APPLICATION
UNDER LAND CONSERVATION ACT
The hearing: on the Cal-P~e~fLe Farms, Inc. re denial of Land
Conservation Act application was held 'Bt this time. Mr. BLackstock suggested
that Mr. Mackessy, Agricultural Commissioner, speak oa the subject. Mr. Mackessey
gave the background of this matter. The Committee C•irned down the application;
they suggested that this owner apply again next year after the property has had
more usage.
Pete Davidson, owner of CaI-Pacific Farms, Inc, apoke on Che
application. There is 80 acres on Lone Tree Road and Cox Lane. He explained
the initial investmenC and Che money spent putting in improvements. The
property is currently planted in oats. They are investigating other crops
that couid be grown on this property. Se thinks they have demonstrated the
use of the land. He said he was present today to request that the Board
reconsider the Committee's action and approve the agreement.
Beard members questioned Mr. Davidson about the application for
the agreement. Se did not know the real basis for the denial.
Time spent discussing the request for reconsideration of the denial.
Mr. Mackeasey explained the committees Feelings in this matter.
Hearing closed to the public and confined '~o the Board. Supervisor
Richter said he feels that the applicant fa attempting to preserve the land
for Ag purposes. Supervisor McKillop felt the owner should make application
again next year. Chairman Ladd said he did not think that the well and the
pump were on the land at this time. If the pump and the irrigation system were
in, then this would make a difference.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Cameron
and carried, the appeal of Cal-Pacific Farms, Inc. regarding the denial of
application under Land Conaervat'cn :+ct was denied.
75-30I ADOPT ORDINANCE N0. 1549, CORRECTING IMPROPER DESCRIPTION IN INTERIM
ORDINANCE N0. 1543. FOREST AANCS AREA
Bettye Blair, Planning Department, apoke concerning the request
to exclude property zoned in the Forest Ranch. His property is part of the
Forest .Ranch Subdivision, and it is part of the interim zoning adopted
recently. Request for exclusion from this zoning discussed. Supervisor
McKillop felt it would not create an island if it were eliminated from the
interim zoning.
Supervisor Richter said the next time he votes for an interim 'ii is
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going to be a loag time. It seems to him that it would have to be a typo
error or that the Board had not intended to have this lot included in the
in•5erim zoning. Chairman Ladd sai3 he did not intend to have this parcel
within the interim zoning.
Oa motion of Supervisor McRillop, seconded by Supervisor Cameron
and carried, Ordinance No. 15'-9•correcting improper description within
Ordinance No, 1543, deleting the lot owned by Grover Jones, was adopted and
the Chairman was authorized to sign.
Claude Willis, Forest Ranch, spoke concerning the action of Che
committee concerning the request for interim zoning.
RECESS: 12:30
RECONVENED: 2:00
75-302 PUBLIC HEARING: FORMATION OF FIRLAND ACRES ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
ADOPT RxSOLUTI0N5 75-26 THROUGH 75-3I
The public hearing on the formation of Firleod Acres Assessment
District was held as advertised. Bob Srunsell, attorney for the District,
appeared and set out the background material, There were three letters of
protest filed. Letters read from Edith Reed, Elizabeth Knudson and Norman
Gardner.
Hearing opened to the public. Supervisor Cameron requested that
the engineer of work be available to answer questions. Walter Grimes,
engineer, stated that this had gone Co bid and only two bids were received.
One from Butte Creek Rock in the amount of $35,849.00 and the other from
Phillips in the amount of $31,211.00. The estimated cost for this project
had been set at $28,000.00. Mr. Castleberry and Mr. Grimes negotiated with
the contracted and he hoe agreed to do the job for the amount posted.
The contractor would be doing the project for the amount of $28,885.80.
'There are 16 property owners involved. This would be for draiaage and paving.
Appearing: Mr. Norman Gardner, he owns Lot No. 5. He stated that
the water from the Skyway flows down this road and washed the road out.
It was a good road at one time.
Mr. Castleberry said the County has to do some minimal work on the
Skyway that would stop this water from going down this road. He explained
the project.
2. Elizabeth Knudson. She spoke in opposition.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board.
Mr. Brunsell explained the action that is before the Board at
this time. There are resolutions prepared that could he adopted. Caste
for the project explained and discussed. Supervisor Cameron said it would
spear that a great majority of the people are in favor of the project. He
feels the Board should go ahead and take action.
Action to be taken discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
carried, the following resolutions were adopted and the Chairman was authorized
to sign:
Resolution 75-26, over-ruling the protests
75-27, forming the district for public convenience
75-28, filing of amended engineer~a costs
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Resolution 75-29, confirming engineers report
75-90, authorizing changes.
Mr. Castleberry explained how the assessments could be computed. If
you lower one assessment, then other assessments would have to be raised.
1'he Board would have to give 20 days notice and hold another hearing.
The resolution awarding the bonds discussed. Mr. Bruasell has
confirmed the offer. Mr. Blackstock did not 11ke the idea of accepting
personnel offer; he would prefer to go to bid. Offer discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Cameron;, seconded by Supervisor McKillop
and carried, Resolution 75-31, notice'ca111ng for public bids, with bids to
be opened March 1~, 1975 at 11:OO.e.m., Firland Acres Assessment District,
was adopted and the Chairman authorized to sign, subject to County Counsels
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RECESS: The Board recessed at 2:45 for an executive session.
RECONVENEp: The Board reconvened at 3:05 following an executive session.
Chairman Ladd stated that litig&tion had bees discussed; no action
to be taken at this time.
75-303 APPEAL FILED ON HIMCO ENTERPRISES
A letter of appenl was received from Himoo Enterprises appealing
the Planning Commission's denial of their rezone request from "A-R" (agricultural-
Q 0 residential) and "tgiP" (mobile home park" to "MHP-lO" (mobile home park
'~~' 1B acre minimum) for property located on the east Bide of Neal Road along
the north side of Chaparral Drive, Paradise. Hearing net for March 25, 1975
at 2:00 p,m.
75-304 AUTHORIZE LETTER IN SUPPORT OF APPOINTMENT OP SAM SP ~iBECK TO STATE
WATER RESOURCES BOARD
Supervisor Cameron stated he would like to ask for Board support
with a letter to khe Governor for the appointment of Sam Sprrbeck of
Yuba County to the Water Resources Board. Request discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor McKillop
and carried, a letter of support was authorized to be written to the Governor
for the appointment pf Sam Sperbeck, Supervisor of Yuba County, to the
Water Resources Bnard.
75-3D5 ADOPT RESOLUTION 75-32 SELLING THE BUTTE COUNTY SERVICE AREA N0, 26 SEWER BONDS
On motion of Supervisor McRillop, seconded by Supervisor Richter
and carried, Resolution 75-32 authorizing the sale of the Butte Ceunty Service
Area No. 26 Sewer Bonds was adopted and the Chairman was authorized to sign.
75-306 APPROVE OFFER OF USE OF CETA WORKERS BY FARMERS_HOME A,AMINTSTRATION
Supervisor Cameron made a short report on the HUC meeting held
last Thursday in Sacramento. He stated that there are funds available to
this County through Farmers Home Administration. He stated that the Butte
County Branch o£ the Farmers Home Administration would like to expand their
services far housing in Che County but they do not have the personnel to do
so. Supervisor Cameron requested that a letter be written to Mr. Young of
the administration offering the use of a couple o£ CETA people to help them
in their work.
On motion of Supervisor Cemeran, seconded by Supervisor McKillop
and carried, a letter was authorized to be written to Mr. Young of the
Butte County branch of Farmers Home Administration stating that if he wants
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to expend his services in Butte County, the County will furnish him with a
couple of CAA workers.
75-307 MATTERS PRESENTED FOR CONSIDERATION
Supervisor Richter stated that he wanted to go oa record as being
concerned about the consultant support on the Community Development Conw:ieaion.
He has some criticism of the study, IEe asked what good was the atudy7 He
said the polling wea done by mail. Study discussed; as actian takes.
Mr. Blackstock stated that there would be a meeting oa February 26,
1975 at 10:00 a.m. in his office to work out the details concerning the
Bidwell River Park matter. He will report back to the Board on the results
of this meeting.
Supervisor Cameron requested permission to be excused from the nexC
two Board meetings.
AAIOURNMENT:
There being aothing further before the Board at Chis time, the
meeting was adjourned at 3:15 p.m. to recoavene on Tuesday, February 25,
1975 at 9:00 a.m.
AT'T'EST: CLARK A. NELSON, C4[TNTY CLERK
By airman o£~Boazd ~~-
Board of Sue isora Clerk
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