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HomeMy WebLinkAboutM032073March 20, 1973 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) )SS, The Board of Supervisors met at 9:00 a,m, pursuant to adjournment. Present: Supervisors Cameron ,. Gilman, Ladd, Madigan and Chairman McKillop, Clif Nickelson, Administrative Officer, Dan Blackstock, County Counsel and Clark A, Nelson, County Clerk, by Margie Catt, Board of Supervisors Clerk, INVOCATION: Rev, Charles Dockstader, Church of the Brethren, Paradise, Pledge of allegiance to the Flag of. the United States of America 73-45R APPROVAL OF MINUTES On motion o` Supervisor Camexon, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and unanimously carried, the minutes of March 13th & 15th, 1973 were approved as mailed, 73-459 COMMUNICATIONS ~ Mrs. Leon Michal, Cana line Creek Road. Mrs. Michal writes to thank Supervisor ,1,I Z,~ Gilman and the Board for help in obtaining signs where roads are turning oEf !'7 Highway 99 to go to their area. Information; no action needed, H, Wilson, Oroville, Mr. Wilson writes regarding a claim he has against the ~ Assembly Committee on Water, The Committee sends notice of hearing held ,L'Z~ April 24, 1973 in Sacramento on AB: 2212 (Badham), Discussed, Suggested ``~~ that George Stamm attend the meeting. The Federal Regional Council - Region IX, The Council sends notice of meetings v to be scheduled in California to discuss interrelationships of the Administration': J b}. Z new policies and program changes and their impact at the local level, Meetings are on March 27, San Francisco; March 29, Los Angeles, and March 30, San Diego, Mr. Nickelson to attend the San Francisco meeting, Page 111, March 20, 1973 Pioneer Union School District. Discussed, County Counsel stated that this was up to the School District to handle, No action taken, ~e-~evr~d -~oCo.Cou.~se~ McKernan, Lanam and Mace, Paradise, An appeal is filed on decision of the DO Planning Commission taken on Thursday, March 8, 1973 denying use permits for mobile i)3~• home park to Alva B. Houseman. Set for public hearing on April 10th, 1973 at 1:30 p,m. California State University, Chico. Royce Delmatier writes to thank the Board ~ d 5 ~/ for the opportunity of appearing before them on March 13, 1973. Information; no action necessary, Northern California County Supervisors Association, The Association sends a statement of policy re timber access (preroading) road costs of the U. S. / ~ Q~~ d Forest Service and requests that this item be reviewed for discussion at the April meeting of the Government Operations Committee, Discussed, To be discussed at the April meeting; timber industry also to be discussed, State Department of Parks and Recreation. The Resources Agency Advisory Committee on 5 b 0'~ ~ anygagency NnmButteeCounty hasoobjections to the tadoptionBofrcertainpnamesors or These are Kunkle Reservoir, Lime Saddle, Pinkston Canyon and Vinton Gulch. Discussed, Mr, Castleberry to answer letter. State Department of Health Care Services, Dwight Geduldig, director, responds p ~, p~ to the Chairman's letter seeking clarification of points raised at their ~o recent meeting, No action necessary, . ,- - .. .. .~ - . - .. ~... _ -Marsh-20,-1973 - - - ~ - - - - - --- - - - - - - / 0 ~ Noel Highfill, Chico. Mr. Highfill writes to express his opinion on elective official /D and their method of election or appointment, No action taken, ~c~Joseph A. Carmichael, Anderson, Mr, Carmichael and three other persons make ,vc~• application to the Board for a release from the supportof a natural parent. ~9 Referred to County Counsel and Welfare Department. City of Chico, The City sends notice on items of possible interest to the ~ Board to be considered at the Council meeting of Tuesday, March 20 at / ~ a, 7:30 p,m, Representative of Public Works will attend this meeting and will report back next week. Cottonwood Dams Development Committee, The Committee sends copy of its Resolution No. 73-1 on 1974 fiscal year federal budget appropriations for ~(~ O ~ Cottonwood Creek Project. They request an amendment to the President's Budget. Discussed, County Counsel will prepare a resolution for Board action next week. Earl T. Lihme, Thanking the County for going over the facts in his last letter ~~ ~ y and stating that he felt the County was in good hands with the Hindery- Rowan team. Discussed; no actinn, Erick 7, Bathen, Mayor, City of Chico. Disposition of Federal Revenue Sharing funds. Letter read and discussed. Supervisor Gilman reported on the ~, meeting that was held on Monday, March 19th, He informed the City of I'p~~ Chico of the County's plans for the use of these funds. He said the funds would be used to benefit all of the tax payers, Revenue Sharing • funds to be discussed later in the meeting. Butte County Historical Society. Thanking the Board for presexving the court i~ench ` and other furnishings of the old Courtroom A and requesting that the ~ third Courtroom be completed, Administrative Officer to answer letter, O~, Time spent discussing the Change Order ~'~4 fox the courthouse. Supervisor 7 Gilman requested that the Clerk research the minutes to see what was directed regarding this third courtroom, Matter to be placed back on next week's agenda, City of Chico. Resolution requesting funds for Bidwell Park, Supervisor Gilman said this matter was discussed at yesterday's meeting, Supervisor Gilman said he would suggest that this Board authorize a letter to be send to Senator Marler and Assemblyman Johnson requesting that a study be made for the funding fox the maintenance of Bidwell Park. Matter discussed, Letter to be written by Administrative Officer for the Chairman to sign. 73-~60 MATTERS PRESENTED BY SUPERVISOR GILMAN Supervisor Gilman reported that the Durham American Legion at a meeting last week passed a motion to request the re-establishment of the Durham Justice Court. Letter to be presented to the Clerk and placed in a filed, Supervisor Gilman said he has received two letters from people that live out of the County but own property in the Butte Meadows area. They request that the roads be ogen year round, Supervisor Gilman requested that a file be started on these requests, Chairman McKillop requested that Mr. Castleberry answer the letter. STUDENTS OF LAS PLUMAS HIGH SCHOOL WELCOMED BY THE CHAIRMAN 73-461 DISCUSSION: DATA PROCESSING CONTRACT County Counsel reported that a contract has been prepared~in conjunction with the CDC people. He said that at this stage he was not prepared to present the agreement to the Board for action. He explained the problem that has arisen. He said the problem could be handled through modification of the agreement. The company has come up with a provision that would add in a penalty in two areas. Page 112. March 20, 1973 March_20,-1973 He recommended that the County xefuse to go along with their provisions, Mr. Blackstock stated that it was quite a complex agreement. Terms of the agreement set out. Back up equipment discussed, Time spent discussing the equipment and the conversion to the new equipment. Costs for training and conversion to the Cobol program Fas set at $19,350, to be paid over a two year period of time, County Counsel said he has not negotiated the price at all, They are talking about a contractural agreement, He feels that there are several other areas that need to be worked out, He will have to re-write the entire termination provisions, The agreement calls for the County to pay the transportation of the equipment to Butte County. Supervisor Madigan asked if the costs of shipping the equipment is spelled out in the agreement. It was felt that the matter of the back up equipment should be resolved immediately, Matter of back up equipment discussed. Chairman McKillop said that the company had guaranteed back up equipment. Matter continued to next week for discussion of the contractural terms, RECESS: 10:20 RECONVENED: 10:40 73-462 DISCUSSION: LETTER FROM JUDICIAL COUNGIL - A letter from the California Judicial Council has been received which states that examinations will be given on April 28th, 1973 in San Francisco and Los Angeles for those desiring to qualify for the Judgeship of the Biggs Judicial District. 73-463 COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY GOVERNING BOARD-APPEARANCE OF ROY GARLIT Roy Garlit appeared to speak to the Board on necessary actions to follow through with the transition of the Board opting out as the Governing Board of the Community Action Agency, A letter was to be received concerning the phase-out, As of today, the letter has not arrived, They have prepared a resolution setting out the assets, but they are going to hold off on this until the letters are receive3 from the Federal Government. He said he would like to meet with some of the Supervisors this week concerning the transferring of the assets, Supervisor Madigan stated he would meet with them Wednesday after the Planning Commission joint meeting with the Board of Supervisors. No action taken at this time, 73-4b4 DISCUSSION: MATTERS PRESENTED BY HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATOR 'Letter from Jordan Peckham, attorney at law, discussed. Mr. Peckham appeared to discuss the theory set out in the letter. Supervisor Gilman said the theory was good but what has happened during the past twelve months does not carry out this theory, Mr. Peckham set out his theory and the matter of the loans by the County to fhe Hospital. Mr, Peckham said he had received his information from the Auditor's office. A committee had been appointed by the Board to study the hospital last year, The meetings were opened to the public. Mr, Peckham feels that the hospital could be run at a lower figure than it has been run, Usage of the hospital set out and discussed, Time spent discussing the hospital and the costs of the operation. Mr, Peckham stated that as far as certification of the hospital, all facts focus on one thing, The County has to hire a medical director, He feelsP ge 1~3,the County could get a good medical March 20, 1973 .. _ ~ ~ s _ ~ _ ~ _ ., _ _ -March 2 0 , 19 7 3 - - - - - - - - - - R _ .. .. director and a good medical staff, there would be no problems with the State, Sprinkler system at the hospital discussed, There is reason to believe that in the solid poured section of the hospital, the sprinkler system would n of be needed, Tn the extensive care section, which is of wood construction, a sprinkler system would be needed. 73-465 HOSPITAL JOINT CONFERENCE COMMITTEE: RE VESTS AUTHORIZED At its meeting on March 15, 1973, the Hospital Joint Conference Committee requested consideration of two items by the Board of Supervisors: 1. That the Board consider contacting UC Davis regarding help in organization of medical staff and authority for the hospital medical director to contact UC Davis also as the Board's representative, 2, Recommendation that the Board appoint a committee to investigate Butte County Hospital emergency room services in relation to other emergency services in the area, and stake a recommendation as to the need for maintaining such services. Requests discussed, Chairman McKillop said he would like some formal action taken on these requests, On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and unanimously carried, the two items presented by the Hospital Joint Conference Committee were authorized and a committee will be appointed to investigate Butte County Hospital emergency room services in relation to other emergency services in the area, and make a recommendation as to the need for maintaining such services, Said committee designated was the Hospital Joint Conference Committee, 73-4b6 DISCUSSION, HOSPITAL ADMINISTI~TOR CHARTER AMENDMENT CONSIDERATIONS: CONCUR WITH RECOMMENDATION 5 of the BLOCK MC GIBONY ASSOCIATES INC REPORT Charter amendment considerations discussed, Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, stated the State would take no action to de-certify the County Hospital until July lst, Supervisor Madigan stated that the letter said certification would cease on April 30th, Letter discussed, Clarification of letter discussed, Mr, Blackstock said it was up to the Board now how they wished to proceed, It was felt that every effort should be made to maintain the certification, Chairman McKillop set out the Recommendation No. 5 within the Block, McGibony Associates, Inc. report, Recommendation 5 states: Butte County Community .Hospital and Medical Center Hospital of Oroville should, in some form, consolidate their facilities and programs. The recommendation lists the matters that should be investigated, Report discussed, Chairman McKillop said he would support this type investigation; he said the County was going to have to up grade the doctor's staff at the hospital, Recommendation 7 of the report states that the Supervisors of Butte County appoint a representative or representatives (maximum 2) to determine interest on the part of Medical Center Hospital of Oroville to enter into discussions regarding joint cooperation and planning, Supervisor Lada agreed that this should be looked at and checked, The Board is faced with a decision that must be made, Time spent discussing action the Board should take, It was moved by Super^v~asgoe ~~ld, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and ` March 20, 1973 March 20, 1973 unanimously carried that Chairman McKillop and Supervisor Gilman be appointed as a committee. to look into the matter of Recommendation 5 of the Block, McGibony Associates, Inc., concurring with the recommendation that the Butte County Community Hospital and Medical Center Hospital of Oroville should, in some form, consolidate their facilities and programs, It was felt that the letter to the Health Care Service should give the indication that the County°s intention was to call an election in the near future concerning the operation of the hospital, Mr, Nickelson will write the letter. The letter will state that the Board is working on the proposed charter amendments, Supervisor Ladd said he would like to have the letter deferred at this time, It was felt that Paul Huff, of the Oroville Medical Center Hospital, might be able to give some indication of how the Hospital Board feels, The Hospital Board meets once a month, Chairman McKillop said he would try to get some informatian for the Board by next week,- The letter will be held up until after next week's meeting, No action taken on the letter at this time, 73-467 APPROVE TRANSFER OF 3 PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIANS FROM COUNTY HOSPTTAL TO CHICO MENTAL HEALTH CARE FACILITY Mrs, Marjorie Bryan, Director of Family Service, said she would like thc~oard to reconsider their action taken last week concerning the transferring of the psychiatric technicians to the Chico area, She is requesting this on behalf of a client that has been treated at the facility. She is concerned deep7.y with the risks that are being taken, Request discussed, On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and unanimously carried, the transfer of three psychiatric technicians from the County Hospital to the Chico Mental Health Care facility was approved, effective immediately, subject to ratification by the Mental Health Council. RECESS: 12:00 RECONVENED: 1:30 73-468 CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING: PROPOSED GUIDELINES OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT The continuation of the gublic hearing on the proposed guidelines of environmental impact was held at this time, No one appeared to speak on the subject. Hearing continued to Tuesday, March 27, 1973 at 1:30 p,m, 73-469 APPROVE TENTATIVE MAPS RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL Jim Lawson, Planning Director, explained the seven tentative parcel maps recommended for approval, He said there were no questions concerning any of these maps. Maps discussed, On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and unanimously carried, the following tentative parcel maps recommended for approval were approved, subject to the conditions of the Planning Commission, with the findings that they are consistent with the General P1en: 1. Robert McFarlin, AP 27-081-22, 2 lots, southwest corner Citrus and North Villa Avenues, Palermo, 2. Edwin L, Loughmiller, AP 21-16-58, 3 lots, southeast corner Dewsnup Avenue and West Liberty, Gridley, 3. Jim Bowman, AP 50-12-70, 4 lots, on Dean Road, near Pentz Road, Paradise, Surve~rge ~hn W, Hamby March 20, 1973 March 20, 1973 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4. Charles W, Muncy, AP 24-09-48 & 49, 2 lots, on northwest corner Gilstrap and Neilsen Avenues, Gridley, Engineer: Kendall Engineering 5. William Halone, AP 46-43-03, 3 lots, on Country Brive, near E, Park Avenue, Chico. Engineer: McCain Assoc, 6, Bill Bavis, AP 40-10-23, 2 lots, on Garden Road, off Lott Road, near Durham, Engineer; McCain Assoc, 7, Landmark Investors, AP 54-06-30-& 41, 4 lots, southeast corner Pearson and Clark Roads, Paradise, Engineer: Walter B, Grimes & Assc 73-470 ACTION ON NINE TENTATIVE PARCEL MAPS RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL AND IN AN AREA THAT HAS. PREVIOUSLY BEEN, AND IS IN THE PROCESS OF BEING FOUR BY FOURED AND CONTINUED FROM MARCH I3, 1973 Mr. Lawson explained these maps that are being presented at this time for action, There have been a succession of splits in these areas, On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and unanimously carried, the following tentative parcel map was denied on the ground that it is not in conformity with the General Plan: 1. Arthur H. Olsen, AP 47-15-78 & 79, 2 lots, on Nord Hwy, & SPRR, '~ mile east of Nord, Engineer: Walter B, Grimes & Assoc, Mr. Lawson explained the Steven Armstrong tentative parcel map, It has been indicated that the sanitation needs will be met. Septic system will be met. Map discussed, This land division is within a parcel that has already been divided, Supervisor Madigan felt the map should be denied, It was stated that the Board should set out a specific reason when they deny these maps, Neil McCabe, deputy county counsel, set out reasons why the maps could be denied, On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and carried, the following tentative parcel map was denied because it does not meet the provisions of AB 1301, and Business and Professional Code Section 11549.5(f): Steven Armstrong, AP 56-10-22, 2 lots, on Cohasset Road, near Rock Creek, Cohasset. Engineex. Walter B, Grimes, AYES: Supervisors Cameron, Gilman, Madigan and Chairman McKillop NOES: Supervisor Ladd Mr. Lawson explained the tentative parcel maps of Marjorie Young and of Thurman Harbaugh, Maps discussed, On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and carried, the following tentative parcel maps were denied on the grounds that they do not meet the provisions of AB 1301, and that the sites are not suitable for the density of the developments: Marjorie Young, AP 55-13-102, 2 lots, southwest corner Leisure Lane and Foster Road, Paradise, Surveyor: John W, Hamby, Thurman Harbaugh, AP 55-13-117, 2 lots, on Leisure Lane, near Foster Road, Paradise, Surveyor: John W, Hamby AYES: Supervisors Cameron, Gilman, Madigan and Chairman McKillop NOES: Supervisor Ladd Page 116, March 20, 1973 • March 20, 1973 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Mr. Lawson explained the tentative parcel map of Anthony Turley, The Planning Commission recommended approval of the map. On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and unanimously carried, the following tentative parcel map was approved, subject to the conditions of the Planning Coumtission, with the finding that it is consistent with the General Plan: Anthony Turley, AP 41-41-31, 2 Iots, on West Branch Creek, off Clark Road, below Paradise, Engineer: Ringel & Assoc, On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and carried, the following tentative Parcel map was approved, subject to the conditions of the Planning Commission, and with the provision that it is on a County maintained road, but that it is not maintained in the winter months: Roger Schreur, AP 56-23-33 (Portion) 4 lots, on upper Neal Road; 1 miles above Lovelock. Surveyor: Gary Lippincott AYES: Supervisor Cameron, Ladd and Chairman McKillop NOES: Supervisors Gilman and Mr, Lawson explained the tentative map of William Erdman, Madigan Map discussed, Discussed the fact that this map could be an attempt to circumvent the map act and that there is no legal access to the property, On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Gilman and unanimously carried, the following tentative parcel map was denied because it is not in conformity with the General Plan: William Erdman, AP 56-29-01, 4 lots, off Hwy, 32, near Garland Road, above Forest Ranch, Surveyor: Gary Lippincott Mr. Lawson explained the Karlo Kaza tentative parcel map, He set out the matter of the building of the cul-de-sac, The developer has agreed to the conditions set by the Planning Commission, The developer does not want to build the road and cul-de-sac at this time, Map discussed and continued to next week for clarity by County Counsel. On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and unanimously carried, the following tentative parcel map was approved, subject to the conditions of the Planning Commission, with the finding that it is consistent with the General Plan: Elizabeth Eisenhour, AP 58-09-63-64, 3 lots, on Coutolenc Road, ~ miles north of Doon Grade, above Magalia, Surveyor: John W. Hamby 73-471 APPROVE TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP RECOMMENDED FOR EXCEPTION Jim Lawson, Planning Director, set out the tentative parcel map of Arthur Davies which has been recommended for exception and in an area that has previously been, and is in the process of being four by foured and continued from March 13, 1973, Mr. McCain stated that the developer plans to improve the street and the cul-de-sac, bringing them up to County standards, They are going to put in dry wells. They would like to ask the County to accept the road into the County's maintained road system when it is completed. There will be no sidewalks, but there will be curbs and gutters, There will be no permit issued to occupy the house until the road is constructed, Mr, Castleberry felt that it should be stipulated that the plans be approved, Discussed the matter of deleting the sidewalks, Map discussed. On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and Page 117. March 20, 1973 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - March 202 1973- - - - - - - - - - - .. - - - unanimously carried, the following tentative parcel map recommended for exception was approved, subject to the fact that no permit to occupy the house be issued until the road is constructed, with the conditions attached by the Planning Commission, that the road be approved to county standards; that curbs and gutters be built and that the plans and specifications be submitted to Public Works prior to construction: Arthur Davies, AP 43-054-04, 4 lots, on W, 11th Avenue, bettteF.n Holly and Zuni Avenues, Chico, Engineer; McCain Assoc. Mr. Laws at. summarized the tentative map o` Howard Huff, setting out the area. He said this was in an area that has previously been and is in the process of being four by Poured. The parcel is above Stirling City near Inskip. Map discussed, On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and carried, the following tentative parcel map recommended for approval was approved, subject to the canEditions of the Planning Commission, and with the condition that there be no further splits to these parcels: Howard Huff, AP 57-5-55,~ lots, off the Skyway approx. one mile, AYES: 5upervisoiseCameron, Ladd and Madigan NOES: Supervisor Gilman and McKillop The tentative paxeel map recommended for denial by the Planning Commission and continued from March 6, 1973 of Audrey Warner discussed. It was suggested that the map be allowed with the exception that they be allowed to use a 25' access rather than the requested 6!1' and that there be no further divisions until they have supplied a 60' access, hfap discussed. On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and unanimously carried; the following tentative parcel map was approved with the conditions outlined by the Planning Commission: Audrey Warner, AP 25-19-b° & 70, 3 lots on Hwy, 99E, near Ord Ranch Road. above Gridley, Engineer: Kendall Engineering 73-472 DR. HEINDL AUTHORIZED TO ARRANGE FOR TRAINING OF TWO PEOPLE UNDER HER NURSE PRACTITIONER PROGRAM Dr. Heindl appeared to discuss the memo she had forwarded to the Board members concerning her Nurse Practitioner Program. She set out the nursing statistics, Yealth ciinics being conducted set out and discussed. She feels that this nurse practitioner program will be far better than the system that they have at this moment, Cost figures for the training set out. She said the situation in Chico is far more critical than in the rest of the County. It would cost $b200 to train two people. She said the migrant clinic has been cut off, - Time spent discussing the request. On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and unanimously carried, Dr. Heindl, Health Director, was authorized to arrange for the training of two public health nurses for the Nurse Practitioner Program if the funds are available through the unexpended OEO monies and that she use them where she feels they are needed. RECESS: 3:25 for afternoon break and to o into an Executive Session. Page llt3. March 20, 1973 March 20, 1973 RECONVENED: 4:35 following an executive session, Litigation and personnel matters were discussed, 73-473 AUTHORIZE HIRING OF MEDICAL DIRECTOR On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and unanimously carried, Personnel Director was authorized to offer a contract for the hifing of a medical director for the County Hospital, authorized the hiring of Dr. James, W, McDaniel as Medical Director and authorized the Chairman to sign the contract in the amount of $37,4~~4 per year, a¢~nual contract. 073-474 APPROVE HOMEMAKERS PROGRAM FOR WELFARE DEPARTMENT Ed Robinson, Welfare Director, appeared to speak to the Board 1_~- regarding the Homemakers Program. They are faced with the issue that involves ~V Federal funding subvention of the salaries of attendant care, Thia cuts off the grants and aids for attendant care. They have submitted a plan for the home makers care, The initial number of cases will be the 24 hour cases, They can achieve funding for these changes, Mr. Robinson summarized the program and how it will be bandied, Program discussed, His request is for the Board to approve the home makers program as written. He said the program is 100% subverted. Mr, Mickelson said he could see no problems with the program, Program discussed, It was moved by Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and unanimously carried, that the Homemakers Program be accepted as set out by Mr. Robinson, a copy of which will be on file with the Clerk, and authorize Mr. Robinson to follow through with the program. 73-475 PUBLIC WORKS ITEMS APPROVED On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and unanimously carried, the following Public Works items were approved: 1. Approved following agreement for sale for right of way acquisition, Pentz Road 43431-69-1, authorized the Chairman to sign and authorized the Auditor to issue warrant upon demand of County's escrow agent: Pentz Rd, 43431-69-1 Leah G, Gunn 7.739 ac. $1,239 Improvements 1,000 Total $2,239 2, Approved transfer of $2,000 from accumulated capital outlay to maintenance and operations for needed repairs for water lines and fixtures and to repair the that was damaged by freeze at the Gridley swimming pool, 3, Approved the SB 325 project list, as presented by Mr. Castleberry and on file with the Clerk, 4, Approved the final map of Rancho De Castillos Subdivision (12 lots, Ceres Avenue, Chico, and accepted the offers of dedication. Subdivider has posted necessary bonds guaranteeing construction of improvements to county standards. 5. Approved plans and specifications for Pentz-Magalia Highway Project tdo. 4547I-68-1;'"authorized Chairman and Director of Public Works to sign Page I19, March 20, 1973 March 20, 1973 -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - plans; adopted wage scale, with bid opening at 11:00 a.m,, Public Works Office, April 12, 1973. 6, Authorized the advertising the Ord Ferry Road Project 1523(4) with bid opening at 11:00 a,m, Public Works Office, April 12, 1973, 73-476 INFORMATION ITEMS PRESENTED BY PUBLIC WORKS Clay Castle?perry, Director of Public Works, presented the following items: a, Report to Board on proposed changes by State Water Resources Control Board, He stated that this has no reference to Butte County. b. Report on bid results for Cnunty Counsel office remodeling, He said there were no bids received, It is his suggestion to get word to the architect and have him go out for new bids, They will advertise the bid opening and will report back to the Board, 73-477 DISCUSSION: REVENUE SHARING Previous information has been sent to the Board on this subject and additional information and recommendations will be made, Faith Lutheran Church requests will also be considered at this time, Ev Bosworth presented information concerning this matter, He said a memo had been sent to each department head suggesting their in-put, The schedule that he presented to the Board summarized the capital projects, Mr, Mickeison stated that the County still has not received the forms from the Federal Government, He explained the proposed uses of the funds, The revenue sharing funds are on hand and the Board needs to do some budgeting for next year. The first summary was to give the over ali picture of the funds that the County is dealing with, They recommended that some of the funds be used for facilities for the County library. Public protection could be using some of the funds. At this time the Board would like to hear from the public. Mr, .Tay Spoonheim, speaking for the council on churches, introduced other members of the committee, He said the church have been receiving some cut backs on church fundings, They have protested to Washington on the matter of the cutbacks, They have requested some consideration in the matter of revenue sharing funds. A special committee was formed, He called on Mr, Hemmel to present the proposal. Proposal read and discussed, He explained just what they were requesting from the Board under the revenue sharing funds, They requested that the Butte County Board of Supervisors appoint a revenue sharing fund task force to study how these funds should be spent, Father Allenbach spoke at this time, He feels that the poor should receive first priority to the revenue sharing funds, He feels that the Board should not spend this money until they determine what they are going to spend on the poor, Mr, Paul Foreman spoke on the matter of revenue fund sharing. He suggested duties of the proposed task force, The task force should have the power to receive the requests of everyone, Supervisor Cameron ecumnge dle2c~,these people for the work they have Ya March 20, 1973 March 20, 1973 done in this matter, Chairman McKillop said he felt the whole Board is concerned about the Federal cut backs. This Board is going to look at the cuts to social services, Mr, Mickelson said it would be up to the Board to adopt a format for the use of these funds as soon as the forms are received. No action at this time. 73-478 APPROVE APPLICATION FOR SUBVENTION FUNDS: AIR POLLUTTON PROGRAM ' Mr, Mackessy spoke to the Board on the Air Pollution Subvention Program. He is requesting authorization for the refiling for the subvention of the funding entitlement. He has a re-application for the funds. Supervisor Gilman said he feels that they could use the subvention. The funds must be spent to augment the present program. On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and unanimously carried, the filing of the application for subvention funds for the Air Pollution Subvention Program in the amount of $13,730 was approved, to be placed into a special fund for air pollution and the air pollution control officer was authorized to sign, 73-479 APPROVE ORDDR APPOINTING THE ELECTION OFE`ICERS AND THE POLLING PLACES FOR THE APRIL 17 SCHOOL GOVERNING BOARD ELECTION On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and unanimously carried, the Board approved the order appointing the election precinct workers and the polling places for the April 17 school governing board election, 73-480 REPORT ON CARPETING AND PARTITION SIDS Tom Struthers, Purchasing Officer, reported on bids for the carpeting and partitions for Courtroom A remodeling and County Counsel's offices, He said that if the time period is not applicable, and they have more time, then he would rather not show the figures because some of the other suppliers could bid on these items, He is looking to the Board for direction on this matter, Mr, Mickelson said there is time as there were no bids received for County Counsel's Office. Discussed the move of Data Processing Department. Supervisor Ladd said that one possible location for Data Processing is the concrete portion of the old jail, The electrical problem will still be present and there would also be an air conditioning problem, Discussed bids and the move of the various offices, The Board indicated to the Purchasing Officer that he would have 60 days and he could proceed in this manner. No action taken at this time. 73-481 APPROVE PURCHASE OF ADDITIONAL FURNITURE REQUIREMENTS With the move of the Board Clerk to a new location a typist station desk is needed, The recently approved Administrative Office reorganization will also require additional furniture as follows: typist station, typewriter and two legal size files, It is requested that two typists desks at $225 each, one typewriter at $290 and two legal files at $240 be added to the present furniture bid which was recently awarded, and that authorization be made to p~~~~a~~lthese items in the Glerk and Administrative March 20, 1973 March 201 1973 budgets. Requests discussed, On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and unanimously carried, authorization was granted to purchase the additional furniture to be added to current furniture bid, and that $225 be transferred to Clerk's equipment budget and $755 transferred to the Administrative equipment budget from the reserve. 73-482 AWARD OF BED: FIRETRUCK CAB AND CHASSIS On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and unanimously carried, the bid for firetruck cab and chassis was awarded to Bi11 Byers, Tnc. in the amount of $9,234. 73-483 AUTHORIZE CALL FOR BIDS FOR FTRETRUCK BUTLDUP AND EQUIPMENT Specifications have been prepared for the 750 GPM combination pumper firetruck buildup to be mounted on the chassis recommended for award, Also specifications for firefighting equipment associated with the firetruck have been prepared, Gall for bids discussed, On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and unanimously carried, call for bids for buildup and firefighting equipment for firetruck was authorized, with bids to be opened in the Purchasing Office April 19, 1973 at 2:30 p,m, with report to the Board on May 1, 1973, /73-484 ADOPT RESOLUTION 73-51 AUTHORIZING REQUEST FOR BIDS FOR IMPROVED FLOWER BUILDING AT THE BUTTE COUNTY FAIR The Fair Board requests Board authorize call for bids for the improved flower building at the Fair grounds for which $20,000 has been approved by the State Department of Public-Works through Executive Order 72-58. Sid opening to be at 10 a.m, April 16, 1973 at the office of the Butte County Fair in Gridley, California, On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and unanimously carried, Resolution 73-51 authorizing request for bids for improved flower building at the Butte County Fair was adopted and the Chairman was authorized to sign, 73-485 LICENSE APP LICATIONS APPROVED On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and unanimously carried, the following license applications were approved: 1, Milton J. Wershow Co, for auctioneers license to be held at C, H, Miller Transportation Co, on April 3, 1973. Application approved by Sheriff and Counsel. 2, Acupulco Soft Ball Club for a dance license at Silver Dollar Fair Grounds for March 11, 1973. Application approved by Sheriff. 3. Butte County Senior 4-H Club for dance at Chico Odd Fellows Hall on March 24, 1973, Application approved by Sheriff, 4. Paradise Assembly $97-Order of Rainbow for Girls for dance at the Memorial Hall, Paradise on April 28, and one dance a month f6r balance of 1973, Application approved by Sheriff, 73-486 APPROVE PINE CREEK BOAT LANDING SUBLEASE On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and ~.~`~ unanimously carried, the sublease between Leonard A, and Ruby I. Younghans J ~ and Chico Area Recreation and Park District was approved and the Chairman / was authorized to sign, Pgge 122. March 20, 1973 March 20, 1973 73-487 APPROVE ADDENDUM TO CONTRACT RE FOUTS SPRINGS BOYS CAMP On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and unanimously carried, the addendum to contract with (outs Springs Boys Camp; was approved and the Chairman was authorized to sign. 73-488 APPROVE BUDGET TRANSFERS On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and unanimously carried, the following budget transfers were approved: B-82 Emergency Employment Act, Section 5 and 6 - $297,180 is set up under Section 5 and $216,024 is set up under Section 6, with both of these amounts coming from unanticipated revenue -federal Aid - Other, B-83 Chico Marshal $10 transferred from transportation and travel to clothing and personal supplies B-84 Assessor - $2,500 from salaries and wages regular to professional and special services B-86 Civil Disaster-Water Resources - $300 from the reserve to office expense in the Water Resources budget to cover reproducing costs of the up-dated County Emergency Plan B-87 Hospital - $150,000 from salaries and wages regular to professional and specialized services B-88 District.Attorney - $96 from transportation and travel to fixed assets B089 Welfare Department - This sets up additional appropriation of $32,000 in general assistance budget. Transfer comes from cancellation of $200,000 in AFDC categorial aid, cancella- tion of offsetting revenues of $16$,000 with the County share going to cover the general assistance amount of $32,1 »~73-489 ADOPT RESOLUTION 73-52 to HONOR,. AND IN APPRECIATION OF, CAPTAIN ANTHONY ANDREWS ANB TO HONOR ALL BUTTE COUNTY SERVICEMEN IN THE VIETNAM CONFLICT On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and • unanimously carried, Resolution 73-52 to honor, and in appreciation of, Captain Anthony Andrews and to honor all Butte County servicemen in the Vietnam conflict was adopted and the Chairman was authorized to sign, /," 73-490 APPOINTMENT TO CHARTER STUDY COMMITTEE Supervisor Madigan nominated Robert Davis, Attorney at Law, Chico, as a member of the Charter Study Committee. 73-491 AUTHORIZE COUNTY COUNSEL TO FILE INJUNCTION ON A ZONING VIOLATION On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and unanimously carried, County Counsel was authorized to obtain an~injunstsan.. against Loren Harvey for the placing of a trailer home in an agricultural- residential (A-R) zoned area, which they feel is a zoning violation. 73-492 APPROVE THE REAPPOINTMENT OF ROBERT GUNTHER TO AIR POLLUTION CONTROL HEARING B] On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and unanimously carried, Robert Gunther, Oroville, was re-appointed a member of the Air Pollution Control Hearing Board for a term of three years. 73-493 AUTHORIZE SALE OF FAIR GROUNDS EASEMENT TO P.G & E On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and unanimously carried, sale of the easement to P, G. & E, at the Butte County Fair grounds was authorized in the amount of $150.00. 73-494 COUNTY COUNSEL REQUESTED TO PREPARE RESOLUTIONS Chairman McKillop requested that County Counsel prepare a Page 123, March 20, 1973 March 20, 1973 resolution of appreciation to the Grand Jury members that served this last year. County Counsel was also requested to prepare a resolution of appreciation to Robert Powers for his service on the Butte College Board, 73-495 APPROVE THE REAPPOINTMENTS OF THE BIGGS MEMORIAL HALT, COMMITTEE On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and unanimously carried, the following persons were re-appointed members of the Biggs Memorial Ha 11 Committee for terms as set out below: Ray Valverde, term to expire Dec, 31, 1976 Evelyn TCelleher, term to expire Dec, 31, 1973 Frank Mathauser, term to expire Dec, 31, 1974 Fred Lawrence, term to expire Dec, 31, 1975 J. P, Quist, term to expire Dec, 31, 1976, 73-496 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER TO WRITE LETTERS CONCERNING COTTONWOOD DAM Supervisor Ladd requested that the Administrative Officer write five different letters, to be signed by each of the Supervisors, to Congressman Johnson, Senator Tunney and Senator Cranston endorsing the upstream storage of water on Cottonwood Creek, RECESS: The Board recessed at 6:15 to reconvene on Wednesday, March 21, 1973 at 9;00 a,m, for a 3oint meeting with the Planning Commission, Page 124, March 20, 1973 March 21, 1973 RECONVENED: The Board reconvened at 9:00 a,m, Present: Supervisors Cameron, Gilman, Ladd, Madigan and Chairman McKillop, Neil McCabe, Deputy County Counsel and Clark A, Nelson, County Clerk, by Sandra Goff, Deputy Board of Supervisors Clerk, 73-G96 DISCUSSION: CHICO URBAN AREA STUDY AND AREA PLANNING aim Lawson, Planning Director, set out a definitive statement of the area planning and urban area concepts. He described the urban limit lines in the Chico area, i Chairman McKillop said that when the Board originally started discussion on urban areas, the areas adjacent to the city limits were discussed, When the ordinance was put together, the area was too extensive, Sohn Kennedy, Planning Commission, felt that calling for cuxbs, gutter, and sidewalks in remote areas sometimes aggravates the draining problem. Chairman McKillop asked how bringing in the lines of the urban areas should be approached, Mx. Lawson stated that in the Chico area it would be realistic to establish a line based on a ten yeax projection. Urban limit lines for Butte County cities should coincide with those that will be established with spheres of influence, Discussed, Mr, Lawson stated that there is no reason for so many "A-2" zones. It is time consuming for staff and the Board, and causes friction between the city and county. He felt it was time to take the "A-7_" zoned pockets and zone them as the land use dictates. Eric Bathen, Chico City Mayor, discussed the Chico Area Planning Commission concept, He said that a separate commission should be set up to handle Chico urban area problems which would relieve the County Planning Commission of the problem. The Advisory Committee was appointed to recommend how to accomplish setting up a regional planning commission and establishing boundaries. Mr. Bathen felt that it would be the prime task of consultants to bring County and c2ty ordinances in agreement. He further stated that if an area planning commission is established, the City of Chico would abandon its planning department. Ross Lawler, of the Chico Planning Advisory Committee, appeared to discuss the Chico urban planning and Chico area planning. He stated that if a Chico Area Planning Commission were to function effectively, (here must be adequate representation of the agricultural interests'an the perimeter of where lines would be drawn. He felt the lines should be similar to those of the Chico Unified School District. Betty •Smith, Chico, stated that with cooperation from the two groups, there could be a successful way for a more orderly development of the area. Orrin Stratton, Chico, appeared and spoke about his reservations of using the Chico Unified School District lines for boundaries of the Chico Urban area. Supervisor Ladd felt that the Planning Commission is a good representative commission and didn't agree that planning offers no protection or considerations for people with farm lands. He stated that when two lines are taken and one arbitrary Line is created, there will stil. Page 125 March 21, 1973 March 21, 1973 be problems with people on both sides of the lines, He also didn't agree with getting outside consulting services. Mayor Bathen stated Chat the consultant idea is completely new and is necessary in California because of the antiquated annexation laws. The Chico City Council is open for any boundaries for the Chico urban area, The Decision was made that the Board will meet with the Chico City Council at the Council's convenience, RECESS: 10:35 a,m, RECONVENED: 10:55 a.m, 73-497 DISCUSSION: GENERAL PLAN• ZONTNG CONSISTANCY Jim Lawson, Planning Director, summarized zoning inconsistencies in regard to the General Plan, AB 1301 requires that zoning be brought in consistency with the General Plan by July 1, 1973. He felt the Board should look at Timber Mountain Areas selectively, and to put blanket density on these areas would be self-defeating. Supervisor Gilman felt that since some of these areas are used exclusively for commercial timber, they should be designated so, Louis Camenzind, Planning Commissioner, felt the General Plan should be amended to include mineral exploitation. John Stutz, Chico, appeared and stated that a good General Plan will not be developed if the majority of the people are expected to approve zoning. He would Iike a hearing to be held regarding parceling. Chairman McKillop asked what the Board or Planning Commission could do to help with the July 1 deadline, Mr, Lawson said a clarification of policy of timber mountain areas will be necessary and .pointed out that a glaring inconsistency exists in the "A-2" area in the center of the county. Planning Commission will make a recorranendation for changes in the General Plan and the Board will consider them for an amendment, Jim Lawson reported on the meeting with the Water Resources Board regarding the Lake Oroville Study that was held on Monday, Discussed, 73-498 DISCUSSION: SECOND HOME FOR ELDERLY RELATIVE Supervisor Gilman asked if there was a reason why a mobile home for elderly relatives could not be put in limited areas. Discussed, Supervisor Gilman suggested a study on this, and said it would have to be on a permit basis from year to year, John Kennedy, Planning Commissioner, said he would like to see this work, but i~t would put stress on the staffs of the Health Department, Public Works and Planning, .Tack Watson, Planning Commissioner, raised a question regarding zoning inspectors and violations. Neil McCabe stated that the citation method could be utilized and should be reviewed to make sure it is up to date, Matter referred to Jim Lawson to place on the Planning Commission Page 126 March 21, 1973 March 21, 1973 agenda for a recommendation, Supervisor Cameron Suggested that methods fox handling violations be included in the recommendation, RECESS: 12;05 p,m, RECONVENED: 1:30 p,m. 73-498 PLANNING DIRECTOR TO MAKE PROPOSALS FOR CONTROLLING PARCELING IN COUNTY AND FOR A-2 ZONE CHANGES Priscilla Hanford,Planning Commission, stated the Planning Commission would like direction in the matter of land divisions, and a clarification of policy in the matter, County Counsel read the Attorney General's decision o£ November 1972 regarding Iand division violations, Discussed, Velma Smith, Planning Commissioner, said the Planning Commission is not given area maps or topographical information regarding parcel maps. She £elt it was wrong to continue making decisions on maps without having sufficient Findings and maps of the area. She stated that she has learned that in Shasta County one member of the Planning staff handles nothing but lot splits, Jim Lawson stated that the only condition they were concerned with is persons who divide land and "sell" it to associates, The only way to cure the condition is with planning. People in charge of law enforcement should handle violations. He said he would like to see "A-2" areas zoned according to density, Matter discussed, Aan Grigsby, Chico, appeared and discussed lot splitting and back taxes~he has had to pay after buying land. Howard Toussaint discussed how the subdivision committee handles subdivision maps. He said it was important to review these maps in regard to the Ordinance, and how they fit into the development of the County. Jim Glander, Public Works, felt that the County by its standards on parceling maps is actually forcing parceling, To develop subdivisions is very costly, and parceling is easier and a cheaper way out. Discussed. Jack Watson brought up the need of a projector for Planning meetings for viewing maps. Discussed, On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and unanimously carried, purchasing was authorized to purchase an opaque projector fox Planning with a limit of $350.00, Supervisor Ladd discussed whether the Planning Director should initiate zoning. Jim Lawson pointed out the "A-2" areas in Chico that he would like to rezone, It was moved by Supervisor Ladd to request the Planning Commission to look at these problem areas and initiate zoning. Motion died for lack of second, Page 127 March 21, 1973 March 21, 1973 Supervisor Gilman felt the Board should initiate interim zoning.', to get things under control. John Kennedy said he would like the interim zoning study also to encompass a traffic study, Ghairman McKillop suggested a motion requesting the Planning Director to come up with a proposal regarding multiple lot splitting below a three acre minimum, Discussed, On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and unanimously carried, the Planning Director was requested to prepare a proposal for controlling areas an the map showing possible parceling, and as a second priority it be_left to-Planning's discretion as to which areas in Chico will be worked on to be brought under-control. Chairman McKillop stressed that these measures were being taken only to freeze these areas for further study. Mr, Camenzind, Planning Commission, raised the question as to whether there will have to be an Environmental Report required on this. C3aude Willis, Forest Ranch, felt maps should be held up for six months to give Planning Commission and others concerned time to work on this. Mrs. James Best, Paradise, appeared to suggest that maps be returned to the engineers and require them to come up with evidence showing that the maps can meet requirements, 73-499 COUNTY COUNSEL AUTHORIZED TO RE-WRITE PAC ORDINANCE Chairman McKillop stated that the language within the PAC Ordinance is not what was intended, It doesn't give full control. Neil McCabe summarized the Ordinance and the problems that may arise. Jim Lawson said that the idea behind the ordinance is that it combines districts, with combining uses, Discussed, Mr, Camenzind felt the Board should seriously consider long range zoning regarding multi-level use, On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and unanimously carried, County Counsel was directed to come up with appropriate language far the PAC Ordinance before the hearing on March 27, 1973, and present ordinance be sent back for redefinition, John Kennedy felt the County should have a PAR (Planned Area residential) because it would give more flexibility, Discussed, At the request of Supervisor Madigan, Chairman McKiilap stated that he could inform the parties to be involved in the March 27th hearing of the changed ordinance, 73-500 CODIFICATION PROGRESS REPORT County Counsel reported on the progress of the Codification Report, George Gilbert commented that progress has been slow and may Page 128 March 21, 1973 March 21, 1973 be accomplished quicker on a staff level. Jim Lawson said that his staff would have to make a concentrated effort to complete the Codification. The staff is not large enough to handle this. It was decided that the Codification Report would continue sa it is until budget time when extra staff and space can be considered for Planning, Louis Camenzind presented to the Board members, and read a statement regarding laws and their constitutionality. He felt the Board should check new laws for their constitutionality, Chairman McKillop felt these matters would have to be taken to court, 73-501 DISCUSSION: FEE SCHEDULES George Gilbert, Planning Commission, raised the subject of fee schedules, Jim Lawson summarized a fee study made by th= Santa Cruz Planning Department of nine counties, He explained that Butte County's fees average about one-half th8"t of the counties Surveyed, He suggested a higher fee scale, Chairman McKillop asked for copies of the study and suggested Chat the proposed fee schedule be placed on the next Board agenda. He asked for a recommendation from the Planning Commission on this matter, Posting,procedures and legal advertising discussed, Jack Watson felt the legal advertisements should have some recognizable symbol above them. Chairman McKillop requested Mr, Lawson to investigate an insignia type symbol in ads fox better recognition, The next joint meeting of the Butte County Board of Supervisors and the Butte County Planning Commission will be held April 18, 1973, at 10:00 a.m. ADJOURNMENP There being nothing further before the Board at this time, the meeting was adjourned at 4:10 p,m, to reconvene on Tuesday, March 27, 1973 at 9:00 a.m. ATTEST: CLARK A NELSON, COUNTY CLARK By• Chairman of the Board • Board of Supervisors Clerk Page 129 March 21, 1973 March 21, 1973 RECONVENED; The Board reconvened at 9:00 a.m. Present: Supervisors Cameron, Gilman, Ladd, Madigan and Chairman McKillop, Neil McCabe, Deputy County Counsel and Clark A, Nelson, County Clerk, by Sandra Goff, Deputy Board of Supervisors Clerk, 73-~96 DISCUSSION: CHICO URBAN AREA STUDX AND AREA PLANNING Jim Lawson, Planning Director, set out a definitive statement of the area planning and urban area concepts, He described the urban limit lines in the Chico area, i Chairman McKillop said that when the Board originally started discussion on urban areas, the areas adjacent to the city limits were discussed, When the ordinance was put together, the area was too extensive, John Kennedy, Planning Commission, felt that calling for curbs, gutter, and sidewalks in remote areas sometimes aggravates the draining problem. Chairman McKillop asked how bringing in the lines of the urban areas should be approached, Mr, Lawson stated that in the Chico area it would be realistic to establish a line based on a ten year projection. Urban limit lines for Butte County cities should coincide with those that will be established with spheres of influence. Discussed. Mr, Lawson stated that there is no reason for so many "A-2" zones. It is time consuming for staff and the Soard, and causes friction between the city and county, He felt it was time to take the "A-2" zoned pockets and zone them as the land use dictates, Eric Bathen, Chico City Mayor, discussed the Chico Area Planning Commission concept, He said that a separate commission should be set up to handle Chico urban area problems which would relieve the County Planning Commission of the problem. The Advisory Committee was appointed to recommend how to accomplish setting up a regional planning commission and establishing boundaries, Mr, Bathen felt that it would be the prime task of consultants to bring County and c~.ty ordinances in agreement. He further stated that if an area planning commission is established, the City of Chico would abandon its planning department. Ross Lawler, of the Chico Planning Advisory Committee, appeared to discuss the Chico urban planning and Chico area planning. He stated that if a Chico Area Planning Commission were to function effectively, there must be adequate representation of the agricultural interests on the perimeter o£ where lines would be drawn. He felt the lines should be similar to those of the Chico Unified School District, Betty .Smith, Chico, stated that with cooperation from the two groups, there could be a successful way for a more orderly development of the area, Orrin Stratton, Chico, appeared and spoke about his reservations of using the Chico Unified School District lines for boundaries of the Chico Urban area. Supervisor-Ladd felt that the Planning Commission is a gogd representative commission and didn't agree that planning offers no protection or considerations for people with farm lands, He stated that when two lines are taken and one arbitrary line is created, there will still Page 125 March 21, 1973 March 21, 1973 be problems with people on both sides of the lines. He also didn't agree with getting outside consulting services, Mayor Bathen stated that the consultant idea is completely new and is necessary in California because of the antiquated annexation laws. The Chico City Council is open for any boundaries for the Chico urban area, The Decision was made that the Board will meet with the Chico City Council at the Council's convenience, RECESS: 10:35 a,m, RECONVENED: I0:55 a,m, 73-497 DISCUSSION: GENERAL PLAN• ZONING CONSISTANCX Jim Lawson, Planning Director, summarized zoning inconsistencies in regard to the General Plan. AB 1301 requires that zoning be brought in consistency with the General Plan by July i, 1973. He felt the Board should look at Timber Mountain Areas selectively, and to put blanket density on these areas would be self-defeating, Supervisor Gilman felt that since some of these areas are used exclusively for commercial timber, they should be designated so, Louis Camenzind, Planning Commissioner, felt the General Plan should be amended to include mineral exploitation, John Stutz, Chico, appeared and stated that a good General Plan will not be developed if the majority of the people are expected to approve zoning, He would like a hearing to be held regarding parceling. Chairman McKillop asked what the Board or Planning Commission could do to help with the July 1 deadline, Mr, Lawson said a clarification of policy of timber mountain areas will be necessary and .pointed out that a glaring inconsistency exists in the "A-2" area in the center of the county. Planning Commission will make a recommendation for changes ;n the General Plan and the Board will consider them for an amendment. Jim Lawson reported on the meeting with the Water Resources Board regarding the Lake Oroville Study that was held on Monday, Discussed. 73-x+98 DTSCUSSLON: SECOND HOME FOR ELDERLY RELATIVE Supervisor Gilman asked if there was a reason why a mobile home for elderly relatives could not be put in limited areas, Discussed, Supervisor Gilman suggested a study on this, and said it would have to be on a permit basis from year to year. John Kennedy, Planning Commissioner, said he would like to see this work, but it would put stress on the staffs of the Health Department, Public Works and Planning, Jack Watson, Planning Commissioner, raised a question regarding zoning inspectors and violations. Neil McCabe stated that the citation method could be utilized and should be reviewed to make sure it is up to date, Matter referred to Jim Lawson to place on the Planning Commission Page 126 March 21, 1973 March 21, 1973 agenda fora recommendation, Supervisor Cameron suggested that methods fox handling violations be included in the recommendation, RECESS: 12;05 p,m, RECONVENED: 1:30 p,m, 73-498 PLANNING DIRECTOR TO MARE PROPOSALS FOR CONTROLLING PARCELING IN COUNTY AND FOR A-2 ZONE CHANGES Priscilla Hanfoxd,Planning Commission, stated the Planning Commission would like direction in the matter of land divisions, and a clarification of policy in the matter, County Counsel read the Attorney General's decision of November 1972 regarding land division violations. Discussed, Velma Smith, Planning Commissioner, said the Planning Commission is not given area maps or topographical information regarding paxcel maps. She felt it was wrong to continue making decisions on maps without having sufficient findings and maps of the area. She stated that she has learned that in Shasta County one member of the Planning staff handles nothing but lot splits, Jim Lawson stated that the only condition they were concerned with is persons who divide land and "sell" it to associates, The only way to cure the condition is with planning. People in charge of law -enforcement should handle violations, He said he would like to see "A-2" areas zoned according to density, Matter discussed, Dan Grigsby, Chico, appeared and discussed lot splitting and back taxes~he has had to pay after buying land, Howard Toussaint discussed how the subdivision committee handles subdivision maps, He said it was important to review these maps in regard to the Ordinance, and how they fit into the development of the County. Jim Glander, Public Works, felt that the County by its standards on parceling maps is actually forcing parceling, To develop subdivisions is very costly, and parceling is easier and a cheaper way out, Discussed, Jack Watson brought up the need of a projector for Planning meetings for viewing maps, Discussed, On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and unanimously caxried, purchasing was authorized to purchase an opaque projector for Planning with a limit of $350,00, Supervisor Ladd discussed whether the Planning Director should initiate zoning. Jim Lawson pointed out the "A-2" areas in Chico that he would like to rezone, Tt was moved by Supervisor Ladd to xequest the Planning Commission to look at these problem areas and initiate zoning, Motion died fox lack of second, Page 127 March 21, 1973 March 21, 1973 Supervisor Gilman felt the $oard should initiate interim zoning.: to get things under Control, John Kennedy Said he would like the interim zoning study also to encompass a traffic st,~dy, Chairman McKillop suggested a motion requesting the Planning Director to come up with a proposal regarding multiple lot splitting below a three acre minimum. Discussed, On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and unanimously carried, the Planning Director was requested to prepare a proposal for controlling areas nn the map showing possible parceling, and as a second priority it be.:.left to~Planning's discretion as to which areas in Chico will be worked on to be brought under control. Chairman McKillop stressed that these measures were being taken only to freeze these areas for further study, Mr. Camenzind, Planning Commission, raised the question as to whether there will have to be an Environmental Report required on this, Giaude Willis, Forest Ranch, felt maps should be held up for six months to give Planning Commission and others concerned time to work on this, Mrs. James Best, Paradise, appeared to suggest that maps be returned to the engineers and require them to come up with evidence showing that the maps can meet requirements. 73-499 COUNTY COUNSEL AUTEIORLZED TO RE-WRITE PAC ORDINANCE Chairman McKillop stated that the language within the PAC Ordinance is not what was intended, It doesn't give full control. Neil McCabe summarized the Ordinance and the problems that may arise, Jim Lawson 5ald that the idea behind the ordinance is that it combines districts, with combining uses. Discussed, Mr. Camenzind felt the $oard should seriously consider long range zoning regarding multi-level use, On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and unanimously caxxied, County Counsel was directed to come up with appropriate language for the PAC Ordinance before the hearing on March 27, 1973, and present ordinance be sent back for redefinition, John Kennedy felt the County should have a PAR (Planned A"rsa residential) because it would give more flexibility. Discussed. At the request of Supervisor Madigan, Chairman McKillop stated that he could inform the parties to be involved in the March 27th hearing of the changed ordinance, 73 500 CODIFICATION PROGRESS REPORT County Counsel reported on the progress of the Codification Report. George Gilbert commented that progress has been slow and may Page 128 March 21, 1973 March 21, 1973 be accomplished quicker ou a staff level. Jim Lawson said that his staff would have to make a concentrated effort to complete the Codification. The staff is not large enough to handle this. zt was decided that the Codification Report would continue ss it is until budget time when extra staff and space can be considered for Planning, Louis Camenzind presented to the Board members, and read a statement regarding laws and their constitutionality. He felt the Board should check new laws for their constitutionality. Chairman McKillop felt these matters would have to be taken to court, 73-501 DISCUSSION: FEE SCHEDULES George Gilbert, Planning Commission, raised the subject of fee schedules, Jim Lawson summarized a fee study made by tte Santa Cruz Planning Department of nine counties, He explained that Butte County's fees average about one-half th8t of the counties Surveyed, He suggested a higher fee scale, Chairman McKillop asked for copies of the study and suggested that the proposed fee schedule be glaced on the next Board agenda. He asked for a recommendation from the Planning Commission on this matter, Postng•procedures and legal advertising discussed, Jack Watson felt the legal advertisements should have some recognizable symbol above them. Chairman McKillop requested Mr, Lawson to investigate an insignia type symbol in ads for better recognition, The next joint meeting of the Butte County Board of Supervisors and the Butte County Planning Commission will be held April 18, 1973, at 10;00 a.m. ADJOURNMENT There being nothing further before the Board at this time, the meeting was adjourned at 4:10 p,m, to reconvene on Tuesday-, March 27, 1973 at 9:00 a.m. ATTEST: CLARK A NELSON, COUNTY CLARK Board of pervisors Clerk Page 129 r Chairman of t e Boar March 21, 1973