HomeMy WebLinkAboutM022272February 22, 1972
STATL OF CALIFORNIA )
55.
COUNTY OF BUTTE )
The Board of Supervisors met at 9:00 a.m. pursuant to adjournment.
Present: Supervisors Madigan; Maxon, McKillop, Reynolds and Chairman Gilman.
Clifton Mickelson, Administrative 6fficer, Dan Blackstock, County Counsel,
and Clark A. Nelson, County Clerk by Margie Catt, Board of Supervisors Clerko
INVOCATION: Rev. J. u. Belcher, Taylor Memorial Christian Methodist Episcopal
Church, Oroville
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America
72-~24 APPROVAL OF t~NUTES
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Reynolds and
unanimously carried, the minutes of February 15, 1972 were approved as mailed.
Supervisor Madigan requested that the spelling of Lori Hall be corrected
in the minutes of February 8, 1972 and on page 36&, concerning the bids for
typewriters, state that Clif Mickelson, Administrative Officer, had said that
the County was not committed to any one bid.
72 X325 COMMUNICATIONS
Ronald J. Laffins, Chico. Mr. Laffins sends written acknowledgement of his
~ 0 request to withdraw his rezoning request on his property on
1~~, Mangrove Avenue which was scheduled for hearing on February l~, 1.972,
See motion following communications.
Max Koenig, Oroville. Mr. Koenig writes regarding his appearance before the
Assessment Appeals Board. He states that he has not received a written
/ O b C~ 0 decision, a corrected tax bill, a copy of the Board correction, nor a
refund of overpayment on his first installment. and writes requesting
that these be forwarded to him, Referred to Administrative Officer
to work with Department Heads in the answering of said letter.
Butte County Association .for Retarded, Inc, sends newsletter listing calendar
of events for February and future programs in March.
Information onlyo
Hudson Oil Company, Chico. Jerry Stahl, manager, requests an appeal to the
D ~ decision of the Planning Commission made at its meeting on February 10,
/ ~ 3 ' 1972 on the permit to allow free standing advertising strt~etures on
the Esplanade and East Avenue. Set for hearing on March 7, 1972
at 1:30 p.mo
Walter W. Kroll, D. G. Chico. Dr. Kru11 forwards copy of his letter to the
Butte County Department of Social hTelfare and the problems in claiming
'p ~ ~.0 0 and receiving reiiabursement for services performed to Medi-Cal
patient. Referred to Ed Robinson, Welfare Directoro
Newhall Land and Farming Company, Chico. Mr. Lockbaum, ranch superintendent,
forwards copy of his letter to the Bureau of Land Management regarding
~ ~ the plan to place the Sacramento River under the Scenic and Wild Rivers
~~ z--' Act. He feels that this is contrary to all past planning and would
retard or prohibit future long range plans. Refer to George Stamm with
request he report back to the Board regarding this matter,
Nor Cal Cablevision, Inc. Mr. Eugene A. Tacopi, manager, writes to inform
the Administrator that the Federal Communications Commission adopted
a new set of cable television rules. These rules will have effect on
b d,~~ the Oroville area operation and he suggests that he appear before the
Board to explain the changes in rules so that the public may be informed.
Administrative Officer to request that this man appear before the Boardo
Chico Unified School District. Mark Bobinger, student body president of
Chico Junior High School, writes to express thanks for the services
~ ~ provided at the 4th Annual Chico Junior High School Invitational
Q s ` Wrestling Tournament by Sheriff Gillick and Captain Bob's Wagon.
Information onlyo Page 382.
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City of Chiea, The Gity forwards copy pf Mayor Nichol's letter to Assemblyman
0 ~,p ~ Ray Johnson regarding the request for Survey pf Bidwell River State
Park and Bidwell Park, Information. Supervisor Madigan stated he had
heard that Senator Marler was suggesting putting this to a vote of the peopl
Assemblyman Ray E, Johnson. Mr. Johnson forwards copy of his letter to the
n ~ ~ U Chico Area Recreativsn and Park District regarding their resolution
C requesting Senator Marler and Mr. Johnson to introduce concurrent
resolution regarding study of the park. Information only,
State 9usiness and Transportation Agericy, The Agency writes regarding their
effort to identify and develop skilled personnel in the area of
~ ~,~ V transportation planning. They suggest contacting them should we have
a need for such an individual who would be skilled. Discussed; no
action necessary..
State Office of Emergency Services. Mr, Lynn Roberts, manager of the local
a ~ 3 ~ ~ togthe~Chairmanshipoof thelBoard~pe ~ format one o ly his election
State Office of Economic Opportunity, Mr', Robert B. Hawkins, Jr, for~rards a
copy of the feasibility work which has been completed on the
possibility of continuing or starting a new woodchouper's program
C~~ somewhere in California, He states there is little feasibility in
t-a.~~ attempting to rekindle the experimental program run by the EOC in this
~S1 County. He states further that they have completed their investigation
of possible misconduct in the woodchopper's program and hate forraarded
the results to the li. S. Attorney General in San Francisco for his
considerat9.on and action. Informationo
Department of Housing and Urban Development. The Department forwards copy of
~-~,~ ~ "Project Selection Criteria-Evaluation of Rent Supplement Projects
~} and Low-Rent Housing Assistance Applications.°
Information. Refer
to Hous.ng Authority,
City of Chico. Renort on aiternati-yes which are available to the City *ai_th
/Q/ C ~ regard to the jw-isdictioi2 of East Avenue in the vicinity of the Jay
T~ Partridge elemen`ary schoolo Read and discussed. No action taken.
Dr. Ronald Ro Vogel, Chicoo Resident of llillview Manor subdivision , Chico.
Complains about water and septic tank drainage problems. Letter
O p O read and discussedo Supervisor Madigan stated he had viewed the area
~- with Clay Ca;>tleberry, Director of Public Workso Letter referred
to Health Department. Representative of [tealth Department to be requested
to report to the Board at next week`s Board meeting,
72-326 THURSDAY NIGHT MEETING_CONCERNILJG HOSPITAL
Chairman Gilman stated that there was some misunderstanding about the
Thursday night meeting on the Hospital. He stated this would be a recessed
Board meeting. Mr. Miclcelson said he guessed that his office had assumed that
the Board of Supervisors would like to have the members of the hospital study
committee and the members of the Hospital Board of Trustees present at the
meeting to answer questions. If the Board wishes, he will notify these people
that their presence is not reyuired at the meeting, The Board of Supervisors
would'sit as the hearing Board. The committee members and the Board of Trustee
members can be present at the meeting but it will not be their meeting,
It was moved by Supervisor Aladigan, seconded by Supervisor Maxon and
unanimously carried, that the meeting Thursday night will be a recessed Board
meeting, conducted by the Board of Supervisors and Chaired by Chairman Gilman,
but that people will be given the Qp~orj~~lity to ask questions of the Board members.
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February 22, 1972
72-327 DTSCUSSION: DUMPING OF TANKS AT ROCK CREEK ROAD AND ANDERSON WAY, CHIGO
Supervisor Madigan reported that people are dumpitsg tanks out on s
little island at the intersection of Rock Creek Road and Anderson Way, Chico.
Little white leaching lines can be seen as you go into Mr, tittles property.
There are truck tracks showing the place where the trucks entered the property.
People in the area are very much distrubed. Supervisor Madigan stated he had
gone to the area and looked at the situation. Mr. Castleberry said there is
space provided at Neal Road disposal area that these septic tank people can
use, Matter referred to the Health Department with a request that they report
to the Board on the matter.
72-328 WELCOME OF LAS PLUMAS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Chairman Gilman welcomed the Las Plumas High School students and told
them that they would have an opportunity to ask questions following the morning
recess periodo
72-329 RONALD Jo LAFFINS REZONING REQUEST WITHDRAWAL APPROVED WITHOUT PREJUDICE
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by SupervisorMcKillop and
unanimously carried, the withdrawal by Ronald .7o Laffins, Chico, of his rezoning '
request for his property on Mangrove Avenue, Chico, was approved without
prejudice to the applicant.
72-330 APPROVE RIGHT OF WAY AC UISITIONS AGREEMENTS FOR SALE & DEEDS
On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
unanimously carried, the following action was taken:
Approved agreements for sale, authnrized Chairman to sign and authorized
the Auditor to issue warrants upon demand of County's escrow agent for tkte
following:
Forbestown Road E. C. Dailey et al 0.62 ac $1183 No impr. $1183
Oroville-Quincy Rdo Lucile Robert 5,858 ac. $2343 No impr, $2345
Accepted deeds and authorized Chairman to sign certificates of acceptance
for the following deeds:
Manzanita Aveo Ext. 5621?_-70-1 Parcel 2 Lucile Foster
Concow Road (parcel AP 58-23-14 map) Ao Uirnig
72-331 RESCIND ACTION ON AWARD OF BID TO BUT';R PUMP & MOTOR WORKS, HOSPITAL
ELECTRICAL_BID ~k65-72, AtdARD TO LOYD`S ELECTRIC
Clay Castleberry; Director of Public Works, reported that Butte Pump
and Motor Works, the contractor on the County Hospital electrical bid 4k65-72, has
asked that it be excused and relieved from this purchase order in the amount of
the bid ($3,419.47). Public Works recommends cancellation of this purchase
order at bidder's request and that a purchase order for the base project in
the amount of $1,472 be issued to Loyd's Electric of Oroville and that the
additional work between the base bid and the alternate be postponed pending
future plans at the Hospital, The alternate to Loyd's Electric with the
classroom work (awarded separately) would have exceeded the $6,000 estimate by about
$200. Action discussed.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, award of bid to Butte Pump and Motor Works for the County
Hospital electrical bid ~~65-72 in the amount of $3,419.47 was rescinded, and
bid was awarded to Loyd'd Electric of Oroville in the amount of $1,472, as
set out by Public Works Directoro
72-332 ADOPT ORDINANCE N0, 1244_,. ESTABLISHING SPEED LIMIT ON LINCOLN BOULEVARD
On motion of Supervisor Reynolds, seconded by Supervisor Maxon and
unanimously carried, Ordinance Noo 1244 establishing speed limit on Lincoln
Boulevard, Oroville, was adopted and the Chairman was authorized to sign.
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72-333 ADOPT RESOLUTION 72-34, AUTHORIZING LAKE OROVILLE RECREATION AREA AGREEMENT
& ACCEPTANCE Op' bEEDS FROM SOUTHERN CALIF. FINANCIAL DEVELOPMENT CORP. FOR
KELLY RIDGE RECREATION AREA ROADS
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Reynolds and
unanimously carried, the Lake Oroville Recreation Area agreement for road
easements (Kelly Ridge Recreation Area) with the California Parks and Recreation
was approved, Resolution 72-34 authorizing the Chairman to sign the agreement was
adopted and the Chairman was authorized to sign; the Grant deeds from Southern
California Financial Development Corporation for Kelly Ridge Recreation Area
roads were accepted and the Chairman was authorized to sign the Certificates
of Acceptance.
72-334 APPROVE CHANGE ORDER N0. 2 GRIDLEX SWIMMING POOL DRESSING ROOM
On motion of Supervisor Reynolds, seconded by Supervisor Maxon and
unanimously carried, Change Order No. 2 in the increasing amount of $354.38 to add
concrete slab between shower area and chain link fence and to add a tempering
valve on the hot water line to the showers as required by the Health Department "
was approved for the Gridley Swimming Pool dressing room,
72--335 ADOPT RESOLUTION 72-35 RE PROGRAM SUPPLEMENTS TO CHICO URBAN AREA (#3014)
TOPICS AGREEMENT
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
unanimously carried, Resolutinn 72-35 re program supplements to Chico Urban Area
(~k3014) TOPICS Agreement was adopted and the Chairman was authorized to sign,
72-336 APPROVAL GRANTED TO READVERTISE FORBESTOWN ROAD FAS PROJECT 759(4
Clay Castleberry, Director of Public Works, stated that due to
State Division of Highways not receiving complete approval from FHWA on the
Forbestown Road FAS Project 759(4), it is necessary to readvertise and change
the iuid opening date.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Maxon and
upanimously carried, approval was granted to readvertise Forbestown Road FAS
Project 759(4), bid opening changed to March 16, 1972.
72-337 DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS GRANTED AUTHORIZATION TO CONTACT SENATOR MARLER
RE FAS PROJECT 759 4)
Public Works requests authorization to contact Senator Marler`s office
as he is a member of the Senate Transportation Committee to see if some means
of exchange Federal-aid Funds might be sent to Butte County in lieu of tie
present system. Mro Castleberry explained this requesto
Qn motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, Clay Castleberry, Director of Public Works, was authorized
to contact Senator Marler's office concerning FAS Project X59(4),
72-$38 APPROVE ESTABLISHMENT OF WORK ORDERS FOR BUDGETED LOCAL ACCESS ROAD PR0.7ECTS
On motion of Supervisor Reynolds, seconded by Supervisor Maxon and
unanimously carried, establishment of work orders and authorization of work to
be done by County crews was approved for the followin$ budgeted local access road
projects: Center Avenue, Grace Road, Jones Road, Thresher Avenue, West Liberty
Road and Gage Road.
72-339 MATTERS PRESENTED BY DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
The following items were presented by the Director of Public Works
for the Board's information:
1. He stated that the Water Quality Board will meet in Paradise
Wednesday at 1:30 p,m.
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20 Mr. Castleberry said that he and Gene Mercer were going back to
have another try for the fishing access roads around Lake Oroville.
3o He asked if the road tour was still on for March 1st. lIe
said he would suggested that they start with breakfast about 7:00 a.m. on
Wednesday, March lsto The tour will start from Gridley.
4, Supervisor Madigan questioned Mro Castleberry about the
man on Swedes Flat Road that how cut accesses onto the road from his private
property. Mr. Castleberry stated that a letter that he had sent to this man
had not been answered. Mra Castleberry will investigate the matter with
County Counsel's office. Matter discussed; no action takeno
72-340 ADOPT RESOLUTION 72-36 IN OPPOSITION TO AS6LY BILL 85
On motion of Supervisor McK.illop, seconded by Supervisor Maxon and
unanimously carried, Resolution 72-36 in opposition to Assembly Bill 85 was
adopted and the Chairman was authorized t o sign.
72-341 REPORT ON SALARY FOR GRIDLEY-BIGGS JUSTICE COURT COVERAGE & BISCUSSION
OF APPOINTMENT OF GRIDLEY JUDICIAL COURT JUDGE
Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, stated that a memo had been sent to
the Board members concerning the salary for the Gridley-Biggs Justice Court
coverage. Supervisor Reynolds stated that the opinion did not set too will
with him9 he does not feel that this Judge is being compensated for his work,
Supervisor Reynolds stated that hopefully someone will pass the test
for the appointment as Judge of the Gridley Judicial District and that the
Committee can make a recommendation to the Boardo The test is to be given on
February 26th, 1972. He said he hoped that a decision on the test will be
given immediatelyo Supervisor Reynolds said he would like action in this
matter immediatelyo Mra Nickelson was requested to contact the appropriate
people and detexmine if this matter can be handled quickly, Mr, Nickelson
asked if there was a ,Single valid candidate for tb~.s appointment. Supervisor
Madigan stated that apparently all are having a problem with residencyo None
of those applying for the position have qualified. Supervisor Reynolds stated
that the only ones that could be considered for appointment would be the ones
who have to pass the test on the 26th of February.
Mr. Nickelson will follow through on this matter.
RECESS: 10:04
RECONVENED: 10:20
72-342 ACCEPT PLANNING_COMNIISSTON'S REPORT ON PROPOSED REZONING REQUESTS
The Board accepted the reports filed by the Planning Commission on
the following:
William Fo Blackledge - proposed rezoning from "N-C" (Neighborhood
commercial) to "C-1" (light commercial) for property located on the west side
of Larch Street, approximately 150 feet south of Hooker Oak Avenue, identified
as AP 45-33-77, Chico,
Margaret Eo Newport, et al - proposed rezoning from "A-R"
(agricultural-residential) to "RT-1" (minimum density residential trailer)
district for property located east of Seacrest Drive, south of Oroville Garden
Ranch Road, west of Inglewood Drive and north of Oak Knoll Way, southeast of
Oroville. Page 386.
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72-343 APPROVE CONTRACT WITH "THE BRIDGE OF CHICO, INC."
The contract with "The Bridge of Chico, Inc." for services to the
Drug Control Resource Center Project has been prepared and is presented to
~l s O ~ approval. Agreement has been approved by Auditor and Counselo Dr. Heindl was
present to explain the agreement and to answer questionso Dr. Heindl stated
"The Bridge" would provide the County with a 24 hour a day hot line service;
they will provide counseling services. Contract discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
unanimously carried, the contract with "The Bridge of Chico, Inc." was approved
and the Chairman was authorized to sign.
72-344 APPROVE SUBMITTING OF LETTER FOR FUNAING BY E.O.C. DIRECTOR
Clif Mickelson, Administrative Officer, reported that a meeting was
held last Fxiday evening concerning the funding for the coming year for $.O~Co
Mr. Elmore, E.O.C. Airector, set out the problems concerning the funding.
This problem has to do with. the total funding for the year. There are two
funding program accounts: The Routh Aevelopment Program and the Neighborhood
Center Program. In the grant action tkat was approved and returned thes~
two categories were lumped together. The reduction of these funds were
due to the advance to the wood cutting program. Mro Elmore stated that ~a
will be necessary to submit a neca program for approval. This will require
approval by the Region Office, What the Region Office needs to set the thing
in motion would be a determination from the C.A,A, and the Board of Supervisors
of the status of the advance. Once this Board of Supervisors states wha$
the status of the advance is, then Mr, Elmore could go to the Region Office and
request authority to make changes. Mr. Elmore set out the problems involved i.n
the ma~tar. He said that flexibility will be determined on how soon thi8 could
be handled, He said he coal requesting determination from this body to notify
Region Office their request in the matter.
Supervisor Reynolds said Mr. Elmore needs authorization to direct a
letter to the Federal O.E,O. office in San Francisco reminding them of the
County's discussion with themo The County will have to submit a new package for the
fiscal year. It will have to h~e a sealed docan configuration for the new year.
Matter discussed.
It was moved by Supervisor Reynolds, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and carried that the E.O.C. Director write a letter to Region E.O. C~..office
in San Francisco, working with County Counsel and the Auditor in the composition
"of the letter, concerning the status of the advancement of $50,000 made for
woodcutting operation, Said letter is to be signed by Chairman Gilman and
setting forth that the program for 1972 will have to be re-vamped to reflect
the inability of the Fire Wood project to pay back the $50,000 at issue and
that the C.A.A, would like to submit a new package for this year jointly with
the E,~O.C. and request that the Region Office approve the proposed package and
return it to the County for Board approval.
AYES: Supervisors Madigan, McKillop, Reynolds and Chairman Gilman
NOES: Supervisor Maxon,
RECESS: TheBoard recessed at 10;40 to go into an Executive Session
RECONVENED: The Board reconvened at 10:50 following an Executive Session.
72-345 AWARD OF BID FOR GASOLINE & DIESEL FUEL
The bid for supplying gasoline and diesel fuel on an annual basis
was opened on February 17, 1972. Results of the bid which was made in
conjunction with 23 other jurisdictions were good, Low bidder for the gasoline
items was Shell Oil Company, and low b_idd_er for the diesel fuel was Phillips
Petroleum Company. Bids discussed,
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On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor McRillop an~1
unanimously carried, the bid for gasoline and diesel fuel was awarded to
She11 Oil Company for gasoline and P~iillips Petroleum Company for diesel fuel,
72-346 AUTHORTZTNG FILLING OF VACANT POSITIONS AS RE UESTED BX DEPARTMENT HEADS
On motion of Supervisor Reynolds, seconded by Supervisor Maxon and
unanimously carried, filling of the following vacant positions as requested by
department heads was authorized:
to County Counsel for a legal stenographer clerk to replap~
one resigning on February 29.
2, Mental Health-an account clerk II position which will become
vacant on March 1
3o Auditor-an account clerk II position which will be vacated
by termination
4. Public Works-a road maintenance man I position by promotion
of a P,E.P. employee
72-347 !~{OOPT RESOLUTION 72-37 FOR CONSOLIDATION OF SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT F~LECTIONS
WITH THE STATE PRIMARY ELECTION TO BE HELD JUNE 6, 1972_
On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and.
unanimously carried, Resolution 72-37 for consolidation of special school
district elections with the State Primary Election to be held .Tune 6, 1972
was adopted for the following schools:
to Palermo Union School District to provide for consolidation of
a special school district governing board member election.
2. Oroville Union High School District for consolidation of a
special school district governing board member electiono
3. Butte County Committee on school district organization for
consolidation of a special school district election for dissolution of trustee
areas in Golden Feather Union School District.
4, Butte County Superi,n~_endent of Schools for consolidation of
a special school district unification election for Gridley Union and Manzanita
School Districts.
5o Superintendnnt of Schools for consolidation of a special school
district unification election for Bangor Union, Feather Fa11s Union, Golden
Feather Union, Honcut, Oroville Elementary, Oroville Union High, Palermo Union,
Pioneer Union and Thermalito Union School Districts
and the Chairman was authorized to sign said Resolution,
72-348 APPEARANCE: MR. W. A. KRUGER PARADISE, LOWER SKYWAX AREA
Mr, Wo A. Kruger, Paradise, said he was appeax~,~g as spokesman for
residents on the lower Skyway area, Paradise. These people are quite depressed
over the deteriorating condition of the area, He explained the problem of the
debri near the ,Tewell Road turnoff, Mro Kruger stated the residents were
requesting that the Board talee necessary action and clean up the condition of
lower Skyway, Mr. Castleberry has spoken to the property owners that have the
debri and litter and have requested that they clean up their property.
Mr, Kruger said there was another condition that was bothering these
people and it concerned the junked cars in Paradise, He was told that one
County wmp7.oyee was working on this problem. A determination has to be made on
each separate case, This man tvi11 get to Paradise soon *o work on this problem.
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72-349 APPEARANCE OF ERASER LOVETT, PARADISE, APPEAI, OF DENIAL OF PROPOSED
REZONING APPLICATION
Fraser Lovett, Paradise, spoke on his request for rezoning of his
property in Paradise. This request was denied byiize Planning Commission fast
Thursday evening. He read a letter of appeal, which sets out his reasons
for said rezoning request. Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, said the
proper actinn would be to set this matter for hearing. It was suggested by
County Counsel that this matter be checked with Planning Department and
determine what ordinance is in effect on this property. It was felt by
the applicant that his property is outside the zoned area. Mr. Blackstoc~C
said he would investigate the problem and requested that Mr. Fraser Lovett
call him Friday and he will inform him of his findings. No action taken at
this time,
72-350 APPEARANCE: EDWARD KTMMELSHUE, DURHAM. PROBLEM OF DEGRADING LEVEE
Mr. Edwaxd Kiirnnelshue, Durham, stated he owns lands on the east side
of Sacramento River, He built a levee that extends about 2000' along his land;
he set out the other levees that extend out fxom his levee. It is proposed
by the Reclamation Board to degrade these levees to a depth of 12' to 2',
He explained his opposition to the degrading of the levees. He said he was
present to ask that the Board support his request that his levees be allowed
to xemain as they are at the present time. He is to appear on Friday at the
Reclamation Board meeting and they will decide at that time whether his
levee was to be degraded.
Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, said he had received a copy of a letter
from George Basye concerning tie levee. Mr. Blackstock said he was hopeful
of hearing from George Stamm today regarding this matter. George Stamm had
received kris letter today from Mx. Basye. It is up to the Board whether they
desire to have M-r. Stamm appear today to discuss this matter.
matter.
The Board requested that George Staimn appear at 1:30 to discuss this
~2-351 APPEARANCE OF WM. TOMPKINS, PARADISE: APPEARANCE OF BOARD MEMBERS IN PARADISE
Mr. William Thompkins, Paradise, stated that he was staying behind the
scenes in the meet your Supervisors program. He has had problems getting sponsors
for the program. He hired the hall in Paradise; he has released the news to the
papers that the Supervisors would be present. He feels that this Board should
release an apology for not appearing at the program.
Supervisor McKillop said Mr. Thompkins should have a service club
sponsor the meeting. Supervisor McKillop explained why the Board members do
not want to appear at this meeting. Mr. Thompkins explained why he did
not feel he should inform the people that the Board members would not be present.
Time spent discussing the matter of the meeting> No actinn talcen.
72-352 SUPERVISOR MAXON EXCUSED
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Reynolds and
carried, Supervisor Maxon was excused at this time to attend a noon luncheon
meeting.
72-352 APPEARANCE OF DR. BEDFORD: MENTAL HEALTH ADVISORX BOARD
Dr. Bedford spoke to the Board concerning Mental Health proposals
for the utilization of the County Hospital buildings were they to be vacated.
He said he would take responsibility for the ideas he was presenting to the
Board. The study committee has been studying the recent trends in this matter,
The last six Months the matter has been moving very fast. He feels that the
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trend is towards local, programs/against State programs. He said the County
is lucky in having Dr. Maguire in charge of this matter.
Dr. Bedford set out the proposals associated with the County Hospitalo
He said that if possible, it would be nice to utilize the building and the facilitie
The Advisory Board came up with five different areas that they would like to have
the Board consider. The first is the Drug and Alcohol Unit. This is an
optional thing; he sees the time in the future when it will be mandatory.
He asked if it would be feasible to have this within the County Hospital.
It is hard to attract staff in this area. At this time, intoxicated people
are taken to the units rather than to jail. This is handled as a health
unit rather than a law enforcement problem.
2. The boarding and care system. There are things that might bG done
to upgrade the facilities that are available. There is no funding available
for this at this time.
3o Activity and development center for the mentally retarded. Chico
has a development center, As this program expands, there will be a need for the
training programs
4e Facility for initial evaluation in entering correctional facilities.
With the closing down of State prisons, it points to the local handling of
people in violation of the law, This would help outline plans for rehabilitation,
5. Work training for the handicapped in Butte County.
Dr. Bedford said the Advisory Board like to think of themselves as a
planning Board; they would like to help in any way that they can.
Supervisor McKillop stated that the Board will be laoking into
utilization of these programs. He said that funding will be one of the problems
involved.
Matter discussed; no action taken,
72- 353 APPROVE SATISFACTION OF JUDGMENT & SATISFACTION OF MORTGAGE
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
carried, the Board took the following action:
1. Authorized the Chairman to sign a satisfaction of judgment,
satisfying that certain judgment dated June 17, 1965, signed by Jessie Rogers,
County Clerk, County of Butte, in the amount of $831.02 against Lucille Riggs,
satisfying a debt in the amount of $831.02 for care of Lee Everett Riggs at
Butte County Community Hospital.
2. Authorized the Chairman to sign satisfaction of mortgage,
satisfying that certain mortgage dated April 27, 1965, made and executed
by Doss W, McKinney and Mary H. McKinney, as mortgagor, to the County of
Butte, as mortgagee, £or a debt for care of Doss McKinney at Butte County
Hospital in the amount of $353,01, which has been paid in full.
3. Authorized the Chairman to sign satisfaction of judgment,
satisfying heat certain judgment dated August 30, 1965, in favor of the County
of Butte in the amount of $858.79 against Betty Midwood, for a debt incurred
for the care and maintenance of Phillip A. Midwood when he was a ward of the
Juvenile Cuurt, which amouna has been paid in full,
page 390.
February 22, 1972
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72-354 TRAVEL REQUESTS APPROVED
On motion of Supervisor Reynolds, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
carried, the following travel requests were approved:
I. Bob Nicholson to attend an advanced seminar conducted by
the California Industrial Development Executives Association and the Americal
Industrial Development Council, to be held in two parts, the First on March l0
and ~,~, in Cupertino. This will involve one night lodging. Estimated colt
of trip $90. Travel by private car. The second session on .Tune 9, 10 and 11
will be at the P.G, & E, Caxibou Facility, with a total reservation fee of
$34 including meals and lodgingo
2, Susan M. Kaiser, family health services coordinatox and
Betty Trevino, project aide, County Health Department, to attend workshop
on family planning February 24 and 25 at San Diego, Number of nights lodging
one. Estimated cost of trip none. Paid by O.E.Oo grant.
72-355 BUDGET. TRANSFERS APPROVED
Budget Transfer B-25 discussed, Ev Bosworth, Assistant Administrative
Officer, said the transfer was nat talking about cash; talking about appropriations,
The Auditor is adjusting budgetary appropriations. No cash is being provided
to meet the payroll. This is just lining up the budgetary accounts. Transfer
discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Reynolds, seconded by Supervisor McKiilop and
carried, the following budget transfers were approved:
B-25 Auditor-Medical Care Services, transfers $90,430 from
support and care of persons to contribution to other agencies within the
Medical Care Services budget. This is to increase the appropriation for county
contribution to Medi-Cal from $753,321 to $843,751 to provide sufficient
appropriation to cover county share thraugh March 1972.
B-43 Chico Municipal Court - this transfers $1,000 to extra help,
$1,125 to communications with $1,000 coming from salaries and wages in the
Court budget and $1,125 from the reserve for contingencies.
RECESS: 11:55
RECONVENED: 1:30
72-356 APPEARANCE OF GEORGE STAMM: DISCUSSION OF DEGRADING OF LEVEES
George Stamm, County Water Resources Engineer, appeared to discuss
the problem of the degrading of Mr. Kimmelshue's levee, Mr. Stamm stated he
had attended the same meeting attended by Mr, Kimmelshue. Xt was stated that
the levee should be degraded to the elevation set out in the Master Plan.
Mr. Stamm said he felt the County should support the request of Mr. Kimmelshue
that nothing be done to his levee at this time, He said if it is the Board's
desire, he will support the request of Mr. Kimmelshew until such time as the
studies have been completed.
It was moved by Chairman Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
carried that this Board support the request of Mr. Ed Kimmelshue, and that a
letter be written over the Chairman's signature setting out the request that
the levee be left as it is now.
72-357 PUBLIC HEARING: PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 14,A (INTERIM ZONING) OF
ORDINANCE N0. 475 KNOWN AS THE BUTTE COUNTY ZONING ENABLING ORDINANCE
The public hearing on the proposed ordinance amending Section 14.A
(interim zoning) of Ordinance No. 475, known as the Butte County zoning Enabling
Ordinance was held as advertised, .Tim Lawson, Planning Director, sununarized
the actions of the Planning Comms~o~~l.This ordinance would extend the interim
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zoning from 30 days to a 90 day period of time. The Planning Commission
recommend that the County approve the 90 day period of time; this was
by a 5 to 4 vote of the Planning Commission. The Planning staff recommend that
the County go to the 90-day period of time. Intent of the ordinance set out
and discussed.
Hearing opened to the public at this time. Appearing in opposition:
No one. Appearing an favor: no one, Hearing closed to the public and ponfined
to the Board for action.
Supervisor McKillop felt that Supervisor Maxon should be present
when action is taken on this matter.
Hearing continued at this time.
72-358 PUBLIC HEARING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO CONSOLIDATED ORDINANCE NO, X96
(C-2 general commercial) REGARDING SET SACKS FOR COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS FROM
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY LINES
The public hearing on the proposed amendment to Consolidated Ordinance Nor
996 (C-2 general commercial) regarding set backs far commercial buildings from
single family residential property lines was held at this time. Hearing opened
to the public at this timed
Appearing in opposition: no one.
Appearing in favor: No one.
Hearing continued to March 14th, 1972 at 1:30 p.me
MINUTES TO REFLECT T1TAT SUPERVISOR MAXON 3S NOW PRESENT
72-359 APPOINTMENT OF INTRA-COUNTY COORDINATION COMMITTEE FOR THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL
BOARD ON EDP,
Clif Nickelson, Administrative Officer, explained the matter of
appointment of intra-county coordination committee for the intergovernmental
board on EDP. He said the committee would coordinate the program. It was
suggested that the Data Processing Director, Welfare Director, the Administrative
Officer and a Board meT+iber, Mr. Nickelson read the letter concerning this
matter. Chairman Gilman suggested that Supervi sor Maxon be appointed as the
Board's representative on the committeeo
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Reynolds and
unanimously carried, the following, were appointed as members of the Intra-
County Coordination Committee for the Intergovernmental Board on EAP:
Clif Nickelson, Administrative Officer
Hank Hindery, Data Processing Airector
Ed Robinson, Welfare Director
Supervisor Maxon as the Board member
72-360 ADOPT ORDINANCE N0, 1245, AMENDING SECTION 14.A (INTERIM ZONING) OF
ORDINANCE N0. _475, KNOWN AS THE BUTTE COUNTY ZONING ENABLING ORDINANCE
The public hearing on the proposed ordinance amending Section 14.A
(interim zoning) of Ordinance No. 475, known as the Butte County Zoning Enabling
Ordinance had been held earlier in the meeting and continued until such time
as Supervisor Maxon was presento Proposed ordinance discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Reynolds, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
carried, Ordinance No, 1245 amending Section 7.4.~I (interim zoning) of :.
Ordinance No, 475, known as the Butte County Zoning Enabling Ordinance was
adopted and the Chairman was authorized to sign. AYES: Supervisors Madigan,
McKillop, Reynolds and Chairman Gilman. NOES: 5uperyj.g~ Max22 1 2
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72-361 APPROVE REAPPOINTMENT OF HOSPITAL TRUSTEES
On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
unanimously carried, the Board approved the reappointment of Martin Silva
to the Board of Trustees (term expired February 23, 1972) and of Robert S,
;8ohnson, M.D. effective March 16, 1972, for a period of one year.
72-362 DISCUSSION: DESIGNATION OF AIRPORTS WITH NOISE PROBLEMS
Pursuant to AB 1608 (1971) it is necessary for the Board to officially
designate airports in the county that they believe have noise suppression
problems. Mr. Nickelson said the Board needed to take official position ~n the math
A letter will be sent over the Chairman`s signature ,stating that there were no
airports in the County that they believe have noise suppression problems.
Mr. Nickelson will write the letter for the Chairman's signature.
72-363 DISCUSSION: EX'PI,ANATION BY COUNTY TREASURER OF EMERGENCY MEASURE
Supervisor Reynolds requested that D. C. Swinney, County Treasurer,
explain AB 281 (Bagley). Mr, Swinney said this bill was brought to his
attention last week. The Bi11 would have the County Treasurer act as the
County Franchise Agent. The larger counties have Franchise Tas Boards. Under
this bill, people over 65 would be eligible for a refund of their tax bills.
Mr. Swinney said he hoped that the Board would take the same stand as he
sees it. He said he dicl not want the job as Franchise agent. Mp. Scainney said
a resolution should be prepared in this matter opposing the billo County
Counsel was requested to prepare the resolution and place it on next caeek's
agenda.
72-364 DISCUSSION: ACTIVITY OF COUNTY EMPLOYEES
Supervisor Reynold's suggested that maybe an interpretation be
requested from County Counsel concerning activities of employees while on the
job. It was discussed whether an employee when he is off duty can he go back
on the premises and engage in political activities. This matter should be
clarified. It was stated that employees can attend meetings on their off-time,
but they cannot do certain things while on the job. Mr. Rackerby will be
requested to speak on this matter. Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, said he
would be happy to prepare a memo on the matter, forwarding copies of th.e Code
sections involved to the Board members.
72-365 DANCE LICENSE APPROVED: CONCOW GRANGE
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Reynolds and
unanimously carried, the application of Concow Grange No. 735 for a license
to conduct a series of dances at the Grange Hall on Big Bend Road, for the
period of 1972, through the New Year's Eve Dance of December 31, 1972, was
approved with the fees waived.
72-366 DISCUSSION: COMPROMISE OF HOSPITAL ACCOUNT
The request for pe'smission to compromise the Hospital account with
balance of $555.70 for the amount of $375 to be divided equally between the
County apd Butte County Credit Bureau discussed at this time. Mr. Nickelson
explained the request.. He suggested that a separate note be set up for the
balance owed of $180, and the caoman could pay this balance over a 3 year period
of time. He said the woman has a real problem in this matter. Time spent discussin4
how the matter could be handled. Mr. Miclcelson said if he could have the Board's
authorization, he will negotiate this matter. The lady in question was not present
at this time. Mr. Mickels,on will negotiate the matter with the Credit Bureau
and will report back to the Board next week,
72-367 DISCUSSION: BILL 944
Supervisor McKillop asked if County Counsel was still working on
the 949 Bill. Mr. Blackstock said the County's best bet is to hit the Legislature
with the matter and try to come up with something in the matter. Discussed
what determination would the State use to determine medical indigents in the
County, How does the State formulate the amount that was taken from the County.
Mr. Blackstock explained the matter; he will contact the State regarding this
matter,
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' February 22^ 1972
72-368 DISCUSSION: FL{38$~DATTNG TEETH OF CHILAREN
Supervisor Maxon said he had a communication from Dr, Heindl relating
to the fluoridating teeth of children. Fees could be set up, Mr. Nickelson
will discuss the matter with Dr. Heindl and will report back to the Board,
72-369 REAPPOINTMENT OF LAW LIBRARY COMMITTEE
Supervisor Madigan stated that at the last County Law Library Committee
meeting, the Judge pointed out that members should be reappointed, Supervisor
Madigan felt that Reggie Watts should be appointed. Perry Farmer has resigned
from the committee. Supervisor Madigan said he would attempt to get the other
appointments by next weeko
On motion of Supervisor Reynolds, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and
unanimously carried, Supervisor Madigan and Reggie Watts were reappointed to the
Law Library Committee,
72-370 APPROVE COMPROMISE OF HOSPITAL ACCOUNT
Mro Nickelson stated that Mrs. Hanks was now present and could discuss
the compromise of the hospital account. Mr, Nickelson set out the proposal
of the comprromise and Mrso Hanks signing a note for the balance of $180,
payable to the County at the rate of $5,00 per month. It was stated that;
the Credit Bureau would have to approve this actian. Mr. Nickelson was requested
to follow through with the obtaining of the approval from the credit bureau.
Mr. Nickelson reported that Mr, Wilson of the Credit Bureau was not in his
office at this time. He suggested that the Board approve the compromise,
and authorize him to negotiate with the Credit Bureau for the note in the
amount of $180.00,
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Reynolds and
unanimously carried, the compromise of the hospital account with a ,balance
of $555,70 for the amount of $375 to be divided equally between the County
and Butte County Credit Bureau was approved; the Administrative Officer was
authorized to negotiate with the Credit Bureau for the release of the balance
of $180, for which a note will be prepared for Mrso Hank's signature, payable
to the County of Butte, subject to the approval of Mr, Wilson of Butte County
Credit Bureau.
72-371 MATTERS PRESENTED BY BOARD MEMBERS
Chairman Gilman said he will be a guest of Sacramento County Friday
for the Basin Wide Air Pollution meeting, He will convey any thoughts of the
Board members concerning this matter, Supervisor Reynolds said he does not
think the County can go 3 or 4 weeks with "No-Burn" days, Chairman Gilman
said he would bring this matter up at the meeting,
Supervisor Reynolds said he had a question concerning the matter of
the major Canneries discontinuing to contract for tomatoes north. of Yolo County.
He feels that the County should write a letter concerning this matter. A
letter will be written over the Chairman's signature about why the Cannery
does not plan to contract for tomatoes, Tomatoes are a very expensive crop to
grow and they bring in a lot of revenue to the Countyo
Supervisor McKillop reported on the meeting held in Sacramento. The
State Supervisors Association Board would take the tax package the Board would
adopt and have the State Legislature consider it. He stated that the Watson
Bi11 did not qualify for the Primary Election. He said a stand could be taken
on this Bi11 after more deliberations.
Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, said he had received a letter concerning the
financing of the sewer question in Thermalito. He will send copies of the letter
to the Board members,
RECESS: The Board recessed at 2:45 to reconvene on Thursday, February 24, 1972
at 7:30 p.m. at the Orovi7.le Municipal Auditorium,
Page 394, February 22, 1972.