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HomeMy WebLinkAboutM032272March 22, 1972 to this session) and a blanket authorization to employ as many clerks as may be needed to, help in the elections were approved, AYES: Super- visors Madigan, Maxon, McIZillop and Chairman Gilman; ABSENT: Supervisor Reynolds. 72-463 DISCUSSIONS REGARDING CODIP4CTNITY ACTION AGENCY Or COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY OF ECON- OMIC OPFORTUNITY COUNSEL were opened by Chairman Gilman with the statement that the funding that came through for the 1972 calendar year will not be adequate to maintain the Economic Opportunity Counsel programs at the level at which they were being operated. It has been discussed at the Administering Board meeting but no decision has been made as yet. Ongoing programs will be running out of money in August if it continues as at the present time, was explained by Mr. Art Elmore, Director. Supervisor Gilman inquired if at the time the commitment was advanced there was some hope that it was possible that the repayment could be staggered into two years. Mr. Elmore introduced Mr. Rick White as the nera District Manager. Mr. White said a Mrs. Mendoza will be the Field Representative. Mr. White appeared before the assembly. He intends to make certain changes in the way they work; decide on the funding level for the following year by a gauge of how well they are doing this year. IIe suggested the county find space for their office so that they would not have to pay rent;' or that the County might buy the gasoline or. vehicles for them; or find other means to help the financial situation. Mr. Gilman asked if they expect the County to put money into the pro- ject and was told, "You are already doing that." Mr. Maxon is heard regarding the reputation of the O.E.O. in Butte County. He is,~concerned with the direction ar_d help the State O.E.O. put forth in the "wood project" which failed. Mro White responded and then said to strengthen local programs Butte County could clearly establish what the role of the Administering Board is by indicating the authority as to what their role is. Mr. Cliff Nickelson is heard regarding two months of his time and time spent by a man in the auditor's office on business of the O,E,O, He' said the board will want to participate as greatly as they can, He felt the Governing Board has been very lenient or permissive in letting the Administrative Board come up with their plan, He does not recall any proposal brought up by the Administering Board not approved by the Governing Board. Mr. White thinks there is a feeling in the community against the O.E.O. He thinks it would he helpful to have area elections and add represen- tatives from the lower income group. The disbursement of the $50,000 advance on the grant was discussed by people in the audience as well as by members on the board. Some of the discussion included meetings in San Francisco, Chico, Gridley and Palermo. It was brought out that mention eras made of the possibility of a "gay back" over a Coro-year period but no definite decision or guarantee. There Baas no way of knowing if the program would be funded Page 458. March 22, 1972 March 22, 1972 that far in advance. It was thought a plan would have to be worked out to hold the program through this year at a reduced level -- it was said to be impossible to gain further funding through the Federal government. Mr. White thought the county should consider some mannex of funding. Mr. Maxon told him the county has donated a large sum of cash plus time put in by me;nbers of the Board of Supervisors and others. Mr. Blackstock told of assurances being given at a meeting in San Francisco that in the event tae were funded adequately that the $5D,000 deficit would be spread over a period of two years; however, our progra=n would be cut $25,000 a year. None of the people participating in the discussion went to the speaker`s stand nor were identified. Supervisor McKillop agreed with someone in the audience L-hat the program was underfunded. Mr. White suggested letting the past remain in the past and not dwell on the failure of the wood cutting program, Start fresh and go from here, Mr. Art Elmore presented a typed report on the programs now in effect: Administration; Neighborhood Service, Youth Aevelopment and Economic Development, There should be $95,028 in the O1 account, CAA Administration Budget and $45,950 in the Grant account. He said there will be cuts in personnel and cuts in salaries, to maintain a nine-months program. A gentleman in the audience said he would like to hear a financial statement. Bill La~,rrence of the Auditor`s office responded with a complete financial statement that left a cash balance of $486.28 but there are still outstanding bills and still some unsold merchandise in San Francisco, some outstanding accounts receivable. The eventual deficit somewhere between $5,000 and $8,000. It is expected the operation may be finalized some time in the latter part of next month. Someone asked about the New Era Enterprises -- asking what is going to be done to take some of the pressure off of the poor people and asking about a corporation and where it is.. This was answered by Mr. Blaclcstoclc about a non-profit corporation called the Community Development Corporation whose stock is presently otmed by the Co~maunity Action Agency. RECESS: The Board recessed at 9:40 p.m. to reconvene within a few minutes. Iti',CONVENED: The Board reconvened at 10:00 p.m. with same people present. The plan presented by Mr. Elmore as to a nine-month period is submitted to the )xecutive Board. County Counsel gresents the possibility of arguments on two county Page 459. March 22, 1972 March 22, 1972 issues on the ballot for the June 6th Primary elections, (1) Chartex amendment, the order of precedence as to whose arguments nna.st be taken. Under Sec. 3785, the Board of Supervisors have first choice in presenting the arguments, pro and con. (2) On the bond issues, the Board of Supervisors or a member of the Board or someone authorized by the Board can prepare an argument under either pro or con, 72-464 ARGUMENT TO CI~IARTER AMENDMENT - --- -- A motion was made by Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Madigan, that County Counsel and the Board of Trustees of Butte County Hospital prepare a proposed axgument in opposition to tt~ Charter Amendment. AYES: Supervisors Madigan, Maxon, PScKillop and Chairman Gilman NOES: None; ASSENT: Supervisor Reynolds 72-465 ARGUMENTS TO BOND ISSUE On motion of intention made by Supervisor Madigan and seconded by Supervisor McKillop to write arguments to the bond issue on the June 6th ballot, both for and against. AYES: Supervisors Madigan, Maxon, McKillop and Chai~~m,~n Gilman; ABSENT: Supervisor Reynolds. Bob Sherra-rd recommended that a positive stand be taken and indicate to the Adnu.nistering Board of the Community Action Agency of the Economic Opportunity Counsel that this board is concerned about the poor people and demonstrate some interest to the CAP agency; to make an effort to find jobs for anti-paverty employees wha may be loosing their present positions under Mr. Elmore, 72-466 CONSxDERATTON 'PO_BE GIVEN TO I'INDING EMPLOYMENT for those who lose positions __ - - through cut-Uacks in the O.E.O, programs. Motion made by Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Madigan that consideration will be given. AYES; Supervisors Madigan, Maxon, McKillop and Chairman Gilman. ADJOURNP~NT There being nothing further before the Board at this time, the meeting was adjourned at 10:30 p.m. bo reconvene on Tuesday, April 3, 1972, at 9:00 a.m. ATTEST: CLARK A. NETS ON, County Clerk By: ~ ~-- Board of S ervisors' Clerk Chairman o he Board ° Page 460. March 22, 1972