HomeMy WebLinkAboutM032674March 26, 1974
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
SS.
COUNTY OF BUTTE )
The Board of Supervisors met at 9:00 a.m. pursuant to adjournment.
Present: Supervisors Cameron, Gilman, Ladd, McKillop and Chairman Madigan.
Clif Nickelson, Administrative Officer, Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, and
Clark A. Nelson, County Clerk, by Margie Catt, Board of Supervisors Clerk.
INVOCATION: Rev. Jay W. Spoonheim, Faith Lutheran Church, Chico.
Pledge of allegiance to the flag of the United States of America
74-420 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Gilman
and unanimously carried, the minutes of March 19, 1974 were approved as
mailed.
74-421 COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. an~,Mrs. William Beaumont., Chico. The Besumonts write in support of the
Z y Chico Neighborhood Health Center and their application for revenue
G ~' sharing funds. To be placed in file for discussion at a later
date.
League of Women Voters of Butte County. The League urges that a significant
amount of general revenue sharing funds be allocated to meeting
/ ~.L• Z b social services needs, and that citizens participation be utilized
in the decision making process. Place in Revenue Sharing
file.
Oroville Area Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber forwards copy of ite letter
'~3,0 0 tro osed Feather~FallshDevelolmentVelInformation onl dorsl8Ce tlhe
P P P Y~ P
Zoning file.
Office~of Economic Opportunity, Western Regional Office. A telegram advises
a d that Grant No. CG-90181-01 in the amount of $21,628 has been approved
~• by the Governor and funds are°8vailable. Place in file; no action
necessary. Mr. Nickelson will follow through on this matter.
U. S. Department of Labor, Manpower Administration. The Region IX Director
informs Butte County that it has been designated as a prime sponsor
d 3, ~ charged with responsibility of designing and carrying out a
comprehensive manpower plan under Title I of CETA. It was stated that
a Planning Council would have to be appointed by mid-April. A
resolution will be prepared setting up the character of Che council.
Charles W. Hancock, He states he is a qualified candidate for the office of
Justice Court fudge, 8ity of Biggs, He states that in the near
~' ~`,d ~ future he will apply to the Board of Supervisors for appointment to
the Biggs Judicial Aistrict Court, Read; no action taken at this
time.
Goldstein, Barceloux & Goldstein. Appeal by Marie Hopkins of Butte County
~ 3,0 0 Planning Commission decisions taken 3/14/74 concerning AP 55-2-33 and
AP 55-4-10 and 11. Hearing set for April 16, 1974 at 2:00 p. m.
James Q. Wedworth, State Senator, Notice of meeting concerning Senate Bill 772,
b d•Z Z' Paramedic Legislation, to be held in Redding April 8, 1974 at 1:00 p.m.
Gilbert Williams, Paradise. Request to be released from responsibility of
L L Q .d V paying for support of his parent. Referred to County Counsel.
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Dean M. Johnson, Pastor-Richvale Evangelical Free Church. Encourages Boar d
~ to appoint a resident judge for the Biggs Judicial District as
~~ Y.O soon as possible. Read and discussed; placed in file for discussion
at a later date.
74-422 REPORT: CHAIRMAN MADIGAN-MEETING IN AUBURN CONCERNING FIBREBOARD MATTER
Chairman Madigan reported on the meeting held in Auburn concerning
the Fibreboard problem. He stated that a presentation was made which was
quite brief. It was stated that there was a measure in Washington that will
be announced that would allow funds to be paid to counties involved in this
situation. Following the close of the hearing, a call was placed to
Congressman Harold (Bizz) Johnson and he had not heard about this bill.
74-423 AUTHORIZE RETAINING OF APPRAISERS-RE TIMBER LAND AS REQUESTED BY
ASSESSMENT APPEALS BOARD
Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, explained the matter of hiring
appraisers relating to Assessment Appeals Board hearing on timber land and
~ ~~ the related agreement for these appraisers. Changes in the proposed agreement
explained.
DaQe Vasco, County Assessor, stated he objected to this agreement
to hire the three appraisers.
~ 0 Latter from the Paradise Unified School District endorsing the
D~• hiring of the appraisers was read at this time. Mr. Vasco stated that the
schools in the Paradise area are better off at this time than at any other
time.
Mr. Vasco presented a written statement setting forth his
feelings concerning this matter. The statement states that the Assessor's
office will not be a party to any such agreement.
Matter of assessment practices discussed. Mr.Blackstock explained
how the assessment formula worked; this is the manner in which timber land
is assessed. He asked Mr. Vasco why he felt that the assessment panel would
build a case for the timber companies. Mr. Vasco felt that if the timber
companies were allowed to have such a panel of appraisers, then all the
other industries, such as the rice growers, nut growers, etc., could also
request and be granted the right to have an assessment appeals panel of
appraisers appointed.
Problem of resolving the timber assessments discussed. It was
felt that this problem should be resolved at this time.
Ray Leonard, attorney at law, spoke on the matter of appointing the
appraisers. Qualifications of the appraisers have been filed. These people
suggested axe probably the most expert in the field of appraising timber lands.
These men have all done work in the timber land appriising within the Skate.
Mr. Leonard felt that in appointing these appraisers, they would be trying to
find a solution to this matter. Whatever this panel comes up with, it will
be subject to the decision of the Assessment Appeals Board. They are not
asking the County to be bound by this manner of assessing; merely asking the
Board to explore the matter.
Supervisor McKillop felt the Assessment Appeals Board needs additional
information.
Appointment and approval of the hiring of the appraisers discussed.
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it was moved by Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Gilman
and unanimously carried, to approve the agreement for the selection of
the appraisers panel to establish the timberland values, to authorize someone
from the County to go ahead with the selection of the members of the panel and
to exercise the option of challenging the members chosen, and authorized the
Chairman to sign a stipulation to present to the Court for the Court's approval.
Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, Supervisor Ladd and Chairman Madigan .were
chosen to make the challenges on behalf of the County.
RECESS: 10:15
RECONVENED: 10:30
74-424 ADOPT ORDINANCE 1445, AMENDING THE SALARY ORDINANCE
On motion of SupervisorMcKillop, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and
unanimously carried, the Board waived the second reading of the ordinance,
adopted Ordinance No. 1445, amending the salary ordinance, and authorized the
Chairman to sign.
74-425 DECLARE AN ELECTRIC TEN KEY ADDER SURPLUS
On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, an electric ten key adder, Inventory No. 00439 now at
at the Paradise Constable's office, was declared surplus property and the
Purchasing Officer was authorized to dispose of said adder.
74-426 BUDGET TRANSFERS APPROVED
On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
unanimously carried, the following budget transfers were approved:
B-89 Gridley Justice Court - $50 from overtime to other transportation
and travel
B-90 Mental Health - $916.80 from salaries and wages to professional
and special services
B-91 Personnel - $30 from professional and special services to
equipment maintenance
B-92 Central Services - $30 from other transportation and travel to
equipment
74-427 ADOPT INTENT OF FEDERAL MANPOWER GRANT TITLE II
.Jim Rackerby, Personnel Director, stated that the Department of Labor
has notified the County of a delay in announcing fund allocations for CETA,
Title IT programs. The draft grant application may be completed upon notice
of the amount of funds available and development of the fund distribution
formula among the interested local governmental agencies. Mr. Rackerby
reported on this matter; he had some last minute information.:
He presented the Board members with a written memo :on this information.
He said at this time he was asking the Board to approve a formula of the
allocation of funds for this program. Allocation explained; positions to
be covered by the program set out and discussed, intent of the program
explained.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Gilman
and unanimously carried, the Board adopted the intent of the Federal Manpower
Grant, Title II, as supported by Mr. Rackerby's letter.
74-428 AUTHORIZE COUNTY EMPLOYEE PARTICIPATION IN THE BUTTE COUNTY HEART ASSOCIATION
PROJECT
Mr. Rackerby stated that the local heart association is participating
in a nation-wide blood pressure screening program. Local association
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representatives have requested the County employees to be included in the survey.
The Heart Association will bring mobile testing units to the various county
buildings. Employees who volunteer would be given blood pressure tests at
no charge. Request discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and
unanimously carried, the Board approved County employee participation in the
project and authorized the Heart Association to conduct the voluntary tests
among County employees on County time.
74-429 AWARD OF BIDS: PORTABLE RADIOS
Tom Struthers, Purchasing Agent, reported on the bids received for
the puxchase~ of three portable two-way radios for a regional intelligence unit
under the CCCJ grant. A recap sheet was presented to the Board members.
General Electric was the low bidder.
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and
unanimously carried, award of bids for three portable two-way radios was awarded
to the low bidder, General Electric, in the amount of $950 each, or a total of
$2,880.
74-430 ADOPT RESOLUTION 74-44 CANVASSING VOTES CAST AND ASCERTAINING AND DECLARING
RESULTS OF SPECIAL BOND ELECTION IN BUTTE COUNTY SERVICE AREA N0. 26
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Super'v'isor Ladd and
unanimously carried, Resolution 74-44 canvassing votes. cast and ascertaining
and declaring results of special bond election in Butte County Service
Area No. 26 was adopted and the Chairman was authorized to sign.
74-431 REPORT BX ARCHITECT; ADDITION TO PLANNING AND PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING
Gene McFarren, architect, presented plans for the addition to the
Public Works building for planning offices and requested authorization to
advertise for bid. The plans includes the widening of the sidewalk in
front of Public Works office, Mr. McFarren explained the work to be done and
the costs for said work. He estimated that the costs for said work would be
about $99,800, which would be an estimated $28.00 per sq. foot of building.
Supervisor Ladd said that when the Board appointed Board members
to a committee for study he felt they should be kept aware of the work that
is being proposed. He has not been aware of what has been done regarding
these plans. He said he did not know what was expected of him as a member
of the committee. Supervisor McKillop fait that Supervisor Ladd should be
given further time in which to study the plans and specs. Supervisor Ladd
said he felt unqualified to answer any questions that might be asked of him
concerning this work.
Chairman Madigan suggested that the Committee could meet with
Mr. McFarren and go over the plans. Mr. McFarren said that Mr. Castleberry
has gone over all the plans as the work progressed. Supervisor Gilman said
that when the Board appointed a committee to keep up on these building
plans, then they should be consulted and kept alert to all the plans and
details of the matter. Mr. McFarren said ha could review the plans with
Mr, Castleberry and theBoard members. This would delay the bid opening one
week. He will get a set of plans prepared and will get with the Board members
to go over the plans.
Action put over one week. Mr. McFarren will meet with the Board
member committee and with Mr. Castleberry next Monday and will go over the
plans and details of this work. The plans will be available ~ Public Works
this week.
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COMMUNITY ACTTON AGENCY GOVERNING BOARD ITEMS
74-432 APPROVE LEASE WITH LONGFELLOW VILLAGE, INC. FOR HEAD START OFFICES IN CHICO
Don Woodword, EOC Director, presented the lease with Longfellow
Village, Inc., for Head Start Offices in Chico. He stated the present lease
has expired, but there is an option to renew at $10 pex month increase in
rent, Mr. Woodward stated that the Auditor claims the original lease was
not legal, He recommended that the Board ratify the original lease and approve
the extending of the lease. Discussed lease. It was asked what would happen
if theBoard goes out of the Head Start program, It was stated that Head Start
would still need a sponsor, A clause could be added to the lease stating
that the lease could be assigned to the next sponsor.
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and
unanimously carried, the Board ratified the original lease signed by Ray Garlitt,
authorized the exercise of option to renew the lease, providing the lease has the
clause inserted that the lease could be assigned, and theChairman was authorized
to sign said Lease.
74-433 APPROVE RECETPT AND EXPENDITURE OF GRANT MONIES FROM FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
TO IMPLEMENT CONGRESSIONALLY MANDATID EXPANSION OF HEAD START TO SERVE HANDICAPPED
CHILDREN
Mr. Woodward stated that Head Start has received its share of grant
monies from`. the federal government to implement the congressionally mandated
expansion of Head Start to serve handicapped children. He said the Auditor
would like authorization to receive the funds and expend the funds as
requested, -The program would be administered by the Head Start staff.
Funding per child explained.
On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and
unanimously carried, the Board approved receipt and expenditure of the grant
monies from the federal government to implement the congressionally mandated
expansion of Head Start to serve handicapped children.
74-434 DISCUSSION: CONSIDERATION OF KENMAR CONTRACT
Clif Nickelson, Administrative Officer, stated that the consideration
of the Kenmar contract was on the agenda at this time, as carried over from the
Board meeting of March 19th.
Supervisor McKillop and Supervisor Gilman met with the emergency room
staff at the Oroville Medical Center Hospital, Mr, Hoff, Hospital Administrator,
Dr. Maguire and Dr, Ely. They discussed the entry system at the hospital. It
was stated that additonal space for the emergency room at this hospital was
presently under construction and should be completed sometime in August. It was
suggested that maybe another entry system could be considered. They discussed
using the old unit at the County Hospital. Supervisor McKillop explained what
had been discussed at this meeting. Supervisor Gilman said he thought ft was
indicated that there was no way they could handle this under th®ir present
system. When the additional space is completed, it could be considered.
Supervisor McKillop stated that if the County was to go back to the
old hospital unit, they would have to proceed immediately with the sprinkling
system. It was suggested that maybe the County could proceed on a month to
month basis with the Kenmar contract. It was felt that maybe there was some
merit to a two entry system-one in Chico and one in Oroville.
Dr. Maguire said he was hoping that a decision could be made shortly; for now,
maybe the county could work on the month to month basis with Kenmar until
the facilities are prepared for use. Relative cost between the Kenmar facility
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and the use of the unit at the County Hospital.
Mr. Kinsler, introduced by Dr. Maguire, gave each of the Board
members a comparison of costs between the Kenmar facility and the Butte
County operated facility. He said he was not prepared to analyse or discuss
the figures. He said it must be remembered that the salaries and the personnel
that would rv.n the facility has been dictated by the Mental Health Facility.
The salaries cannot be eliminated. He said that in a County run operation
the County might not get the same type workers. Staffing explained. He
explained the matter of cost of food for the patients and how it was provided.
Transporting of patients discussed.
Supervisor Gilman reminded the Board that there were two members of
this Board appointed to look into the use of the County facilities. The
Board should iisten to the recommendation of this committee.
SupervisorMcKillop said he was concerned about the heating system
at the unit at the County Hospital. The County unit would have to be brought
up to the same standards as that operated by Kenmar. Supervisor McKillop
said to get back to Supervisor Gilman's suggestion. They felt that after this
meeting, Supervisor Gilman and himself should meet with Dr. Enloe to talk
about patient care and then discuss the facility for the care of the patients.
It was stated that Supervisors Gilman and McKillop would meet with Dr. Enloe
at his convenience to discuss the matters mentioned this morning.
Dr. Enloe gave a short preliminary report. He said that the
combining of the detox center and the stabilization facility would not cause
a savings. The Advisory Committee felt that the Detox facility would
better serve the County in the Oroville area; the stabilization center is
much better handled in theChico area. He does not feel that it would be
a savings to combine the two programs. It was felt that the County needed
to look at the programs and see how the problems could be solved.
Dr. McLaughlin, Chico, spoke concerning the placing of the mental
health facility in Oroville. He said theChico Work Training Center has worked
in helping the mentally i11 for a number of years. They give day care help
to these people,, and have a work incentive training program available to
these people. He Aelt it would be Wrong to move this facility back to the
County hospital.
Mr. Art Jansen, owner of Kenmar, spoke at this time. He explained
how the air conditioning and heating units were being installed at the present
location. He told how the buildings were being remodeled. A sprinkling system
will be installed; the entire facility will be remodeled.
Time spent discussing the Chico facility and the possible use of
the unit at the County Hospital. Dr. Maguil4R asked if a decision would be
made soon; he felt that if a decision was not made soon that the Kenmar contract
might be cancelled.
Matter put over to Tuesday, April 2, 1974. Supervisors Gilman and
McKillop will meet with Dr. Enloe before next week. Mr. Nickelson will request
the Mental Health Advisory Board to attempt to meet prior to next Tuesday
and report back to this Board.
74-435 APPEARANCE: Mlt. EMIL CARVER, OROVILLE
Mr. Emil Carver, Oroville, spoke to the Bow d concerning his
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Mr. Carver stated he had been a/patient at the County hospital until
it had been closed. He needed help to get into another hospital. He has a
progressive chronic pulmonary ailment. An organization located at 235 Salem St,
Chico, helped him to obtain help at Enloe Hospital. Mrs. Chris Nelson arranged
to have him go to the Enloe Hospital, Emergency Room. These people are trying
to open an out-patient clinic. He said he was very thankful to these people fox
their-help.
74-436 APPEARANCE, MR. TED WALTENBERG, CHICO NEIGHBORHOOD HEALTH SERVICES
Mr. Ted Waltenberg, Chico Neighborhood Health Services, spoke to
be Board concerning their helping of people on a limited basis to secure medical
services. This organization feel that there is a need to help these people
who need medical help. This organization is looking forward to having a full
time out-patient facility. At the present time, they are paying their doctors
through revenue sharing funds from the City of Chico. He explained the operation
of this organization.
RECESS: 12;10
RECONVENED: 2:00
74-437 PU$LIC HEARING: CLARICE FAUNCE - REZONE FROM A-R TO AR-MH FOR PROPERTY
SOUTH OF OAK KNOLL WAY OROVILLE: DENIID
The public hearing on the Clarice Faunce request for rezone from
ArR to AR-MH for property south of Oak Knoll Way, Oroville, was held as
advertised. The Planning Commission recommended denial of this rezoning.
It has been the policy that when a neighborhood has been established, it
should remain as established.
Hearing opened to the public. Appearing:
1. Mrs. Clarice Faunce, applicant. She presented a petition
signed by people that are residents of the area that do not oppose this
rezoning. She is requesting this rezoning to place a mobile home on her
property for a home for her daughter.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board. Supervisor
Ladd stated that this was in his district. He felt that the people that live
in the area do nct object to the mobile home and he does not see why the
County should object to it.
Time spent discussing the rezoning request. It was stated that if
the mobile home was placed on a foundation, subject to a ad valorum tax, a mobile
home that would meet the uniform building code, and if she could conform to
the present Legislature, then this could be approved.
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and
unanimously carried, the rezoning request of Clarice Faunce from A-R to AR-MH
for property south of Oak Knoll Way, Oroville was denied, as recommended by
the Planning Commission.
74-438 APPROVE PROPOSED CHANGES TO SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICT LINES
Clark Nelson, County Clerk, requested approval to change certain
district lines to conform to the new Assembly Districts. He had maps showing
the new proposed lines. He set out an area to the west of Oroville that would
take land out of the Fourth District and put it in District l; there are no
people living in this area. The two Supervisors affected approved this change.
Mr. Nelson explained the other changes that would be created through
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the adoption of the proposed changes. He explained the three areas that are a
problem at this time.
Time spent discussing the changes. County Counsel stated that an
ordiRa.nce would have to be prepared to 9TIvw these changes.
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
unanimously carried, the Board waived the first reading of the ordinance that
would amend certain Supervisorial Districts and would also amend the County
Code.
Mr. Nelson stated that Ray Cobbler, Public Works, had stated that
it would take over a year and a half to prepare the legal descriptions to
make these changes. legal descriptions are needed to insert in the ordinance.
Mr. Nelson explained how the State Legislature described the changes. County
Counsel will use the State's wording within the ordinance.
74-439 DISCUSSION: CONSOLIDATION OF ELECTION: DURHAM RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT
Request from; the Durham Recreation and Park District for consolidation
of their election with the ,Tune 4 Primary election discussed. Dan Blackstock,
County Counsel, is concerned about the ballot format for this election, He
explained his thinking in this matter. Discussed; Mr. Nelson will come back
to the Board with Che information concerning the deadlir_e on approval of the
consolidation.
74-440 APPROVE PURCHASE OF BOTTLE WASHER
The bottle washer used in the testing program has broken down and it
is unrepairable. It is 25 years old and the cost to replace the machine would
be $112 plus tax. There is sufficient money in the f31®ed assets account from
savings on other purchases to buy this washer. Request discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, purchase of bottle washer for Health Department from
funds available was authorized.
74-441 DISCUSSION OF WELLS ON WEST 8th AVENUE CHICO
Howard Toussaint, County Sanitarian, mailed reports separately to
the Board members and was present at this time to discuss the wells on West
8th Avenue, Chico. He briefly reviewed the report. They examined l7 lots
and made an inspection of all the wells. Report explained. He said the
best monitors of the wells are the wells operated by the Water Systems in
that area. In Mr. Toussaint's opinion, there is no over-a11 water well
contamination. It is pure maintenance and construction that causes the
contamination, if any. They are going to submit this report to the Water
Quality Control Board. Report discussed; no action taken.
74-442 DISCUSSION: USE OF DRAINAGE WELTS FOR STORM WATER DRAINAGE
Mr. Toussaint said that the use of drainage wells for storm water
drainage was presented a•s information item only. Some time ago the Water
Quality Control Board became interested in the use of dry wells for storm
drainage water. The Health Department representatives have sDet with them
to discuss the matter. The Water Quality Control Board has requested that a
study be made of the use of the dry wells for the storage of storm drainage
water. They are now making 8~study of the matter.
74-443 DISCUSSION: WELL STANDARDS ORDINANCE
Mr. Toussaint gave a progress re ort on the wells standard ordinance.
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They have met with the well drillers and there were some changes recommended.
They are now in the process of redrafting the ordinance and will send it out
to the well drillers. If they do not object to the proposed changes within
the ordinance, then they kill bring the proposed ordinance to the Board for
consideration. The Board members will receive copies of the proposed ordinance
for their study and review. There will be extra copies of the ordinance
available for the citizens.
74-444 CONCUR WITH RE VEST BY _'~SSESSOR FOR ATTORNEY FOR APPEALS HEARINGS
Time sgent discussing the request of the Assessor for an attorney
for assessment appeals hearings. It was stated that if the request was
approved, it would have to be with the assurance that the Assessor would work
with the attorney. Mr. Blackstock said he would recommend that the Board
approve the retaining of the attorney for the Assessor and he will discuss
the matter with the Assessor. He would secure a committment from the Assessor
that he would cooperate with the attorney and help him all he could. The
Assessor will have to give him all the methods used in assessing property.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Gilman
and unanimously carried, the Board concurred with the request of the Assessor
for the retaining of an attorney, with the stipulation that the Assessor will
provide the attorney with all the means of handling the case to be heard.
74-445 ADOPT RESOLUTION 74-45-PLACEMENT OF AIR POLLUTION CONTROL OFFICER ON
COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE
Mr. Mackessy, Agricultural Commissioner, spoke to the request for
placement of Air pollution Control Officer on County Environmental Review
Committee. He gave each of the Board members a memo about this matter.
He feels that the Board should appoint him permanently to this committee.
Request discussed. Mr. Lawson explained the reason for this
appointment. Because of new State Legislation, a great many of the
environmental impact reports are going to have to be approved by the Air
Pollution Officer.
On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor McKillop
and unanimously carri~:d, Resolution 74-45, placement of Air Pollution Control
Officer on County Environmental Review Committee, amendin,~ Resolution 74-59
was adopted and the Chairman was authorized to sign.
74-446 DISCUSSION AND DIRECTION AS TO THE DISPOSAL OF APPROXIMATELY 9,000
EMPTY PESTICIDE CONTAINERS FROM THE TIMOTHY ROAR STORAGE SITE
Mr. Mackessy explained the request for direction as to the disposal
of approximately 9,000 empty pesticide containers from the Timothy Road storage
site. The containers have to be triple rinsed if they are to be taken to the
Neal Road dump. He is concerned about the smaller containers. He said that
Colusa County has the proper type disposal site for these containers. He
suggested that maybe one of the Board members could talk to one of the
Supervisors of Colusa County and see if the County could dispose of these
containers at their site.
Request discussed. Administrative Officer will discuss the matter
with Colusa County and determine if they will allow us to dispose of these
containers at their site,
74-447 AUTHORIZE THE DISPOSAL OF 20~ lbs. 1080
On motion of Supervisor McKi.Ilop, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and
unanimously carried, the Board authorized the disposal of 20~ lbs. 1080, as
requested by the Agricultural Commissioner.
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74-448 EXPLA.NATiON OF NEW FEDERAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM AND REPORT BY WATER RESOURCES
ENGINEER RE FLOOD DISASTER ACT OF 1973
George Stamm, County Water Resources Engineer, and a representative
of the State Department of Water Resources, explained the new Federal Flood
Insurance Program. Data was presented concerning the new Federal Flood Insurance
program. Mr. Pardee, State Department of Water Resources, set out features
of the act; he stated this was a strictly informational type session. He
said that one of the first things the act does is to accelerate the identity
of the flood areas. A map will be received shortly showing the flood prone
areas of the County. The letter that will be attached to the map will state
that they are tentatively classifying these areas as flood prone-areas. These
areas should investigate the matter of flood insurance for the area.
Insurance Program and Flood Disaster Act discussed. Supervisor McKillop
asked Mr. Pardee if flood plain zoning was necessary. Mr. Pardee stated that
it was not necessary. County Counsel was requested to send to Mr. Pardee a
copy of the flood plain zoning ordinance for his study and review.
No action taken.
74-449 AUTHORIZE RELEASE OF TIME CERTIFICATE.(?F DEPOSIT OF CLINTON PAUL JR.
The County Auditor reported that the time certificate for $500
~~ which was filed with the Planning Department for faithful performance under
r~ ~ ~ a use permit by Clinton Paul Jr. for operation of an auto wrecking yard can
be released because of termination of this use. Release of time certificate
discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Gilman,
unanimously carried, the Board authorized
deposit filed by Clinton Paul Jr. in the
endorsement by the Clerk of the Board.
seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
the release of time certificate of
amount of $500 and authorized
RECESS: 3:40
RECONVENED: 3:50
74-4~0 AUTHORIZE WAIVING OF URBAN_IMPROVEMENTS (DOCKENDORF-2255 FAIR STREET. CHICO
Jim Glander, representing the Public Works Department, stated that
Public Works has received a letter asking for a waiving of curb and gutters
on Fair Street for a building permit, The applicant requested the postponement
of putting in the curbs and gutters for a one to two year period. This
property is adjacent to the Work Training Center. There are no curbs and gutters
in the area.
Request discussed, It was felt that the postponement should be
for a period of one year, rather than an indefinite one or two year period of
time.
On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and
unanimously carried, the Board waived the urban improvements for Dockendorf-
2255 Fair Street, Chico, for a period of one year, unless further development
is contemplated within the next year, or unless the other residents put in
curbs and gutters within the next year.
74-451 APPROVE RELEASE OF COVERID BRIDGE FUNDS
Funds belonging to the Covered Bridge Committee and left over from
this project are requested to be released by Mel Speegle. Supervisor Cameron
said he had met with this group. They have purchased new roofing in the
approximate amount of $1,200 and would like to use these funds to complete the
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On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor Gilman
and unanimously carried, the Board authorized the release of the approximately
$700 of covered bridge funds to the Covered Bridge Committee.
74-452 SKYWAY ASSESSMENT DISTRICT AND SKYWAY PROJECT 51261-7~-1, APPROVE RIGHT
OF WAY A UISITION AGREEMENTS FOR SALE
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervis or Cameron and
unanimously carried, the following agreements for purchase and a greements
for sale were approved, The Chairman was authorized to sign and the Auditor
was authorized to issue warrants upon demand of County's escrow agent:
Acres Price Impr. Total
SAD #1 J. L. Drake et al Easement $2934 266 $3200
" R. V. Likens et ux " 563 -0- 563
" J. T. McAfee et ux " 600 -0- 600
" J. C. Mittag et ux " 1856 1400 3256
Skyway Proj. Roy Copeland et ux 0.188 6407 817 7224
" V. Townsend et ux 0,061 4914 1450 5864
" Roy Bernard et ux 0.037 2100 -0- 2100
74-453 ADOPT RESOLUTION 74-46 AUT~RIZING ACQUISITION OF REAL PROPERTY BY EMINENT
DOMAIN NECESSARY FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A COUNTY HIGHWAY KNOWN AS THE SKYWAY
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
unanimously carried, Resolution 74-46 authorizing acquisition of real property
by eminent domain necessary for the construction of a county highway known as
the SkSrvey in the County of Butte was adopted and the Chairman was authorized
to sign.
74-454 DISCUSSION: LANDSCAPING AT OLD SAFEWAY BUILDING
Supervisor McKillop said that Ciay Castleberry, Director of Public
Works, would like to be authorized to contact Carl Rottschalk, landscape architect,
concerning landscaping at the old Safeway building. Fie would like to ask him
about costs £or said work. Supervisor Ladd suggested that Andy Anderson, a
county employee, be requested to submit plans for this landscaping. Chairman
Madigan designated Supervisor Ladd to talk to Mr. Anderson and bring back a
report nexC week. Supervisor McKillop and Mr. Glander will also discuss the
matter with Mr. Anderson.
74-455 DISCUSSION: FARADISE RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT-INTERIM ZONING
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Jim Lawson, Planning Director, suggested that the Boar not set
a public hearing on the Paradise Recreation and Park District interim zoning
to "P-Q" (public-quasi-public) for property located on the south side of
Pearson Road, east of Academy Drive, Paradise. The interim expires on
April 28, 1974. The permanent zoning for this area is before the Planning
Commission at this time. Matter discussed; no action taken.
74-456 PUBLiC HEARING SET: "TM-20" (TIMBER-MOUNTAIN) INTERIM ZONING FOR NORTHEAST
PORTION OF THE COUNTY
A public hearing was set for April 16, 1974 on Che "TM-20" (timber-
mountain) interim zoning for the northeast portion of Butte Gounty.
74-457 BISCUSSION: GOLDSTEIN, BARCELOUX, GOLDSTEIN-INTERIM ZONING TO "R-4" (MAXIMUM-
DENSITY DWELLINGS-RESTRICTED SERVICE) FOR PROPERTY ON WEST SIDE OF DAYTON-DURHAM hEdSC
Jim Lawson, Planning Director, reported that the extension of the
interim zoning to "R-4" (maximum-density dwellings-restricted service) for
property located on west side o£ Dayton-Durham Highway, north of Burdick Road,
Durham, would not accomplish a great deal. He does not think it would be
worth while to advertise for a public hearing. Matter discussed. The
property is owned by Goldstein, Barceloux, Goldstein. No action taken.
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7G•-458 APPROVE TENTATIVE PARCEL MAPS & ONE TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP
Six tentative parcel maps recommended for approval discussed. It
was stated that Map No. 6, the Albert C. & Marjorie F. Lum, map has been
appealed and set for hearing; action deferred on this map at this time.
The tentative parcel map recommended for approval and requesting
an exception, the map of Karoly Kasza, 3 lots, south side of Newland Rd.,
west of Bennett Rd., Paradise, discussed at this time. Mr. Lawson explained
the background of this map, stating that the exception was for 10' for the
access road at the intersection. Mr. Kasza present and he stated that he
would construct•~tie access road to county standards. Candit~ans of the map
set out and discussed.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Sugervisor Ladd
and unanimously carried, the following 5 tentative parcel maps recommended
for approval, the tentative parcel mag recommended far approval and
requesting an exception and the tentative suhdivision map recommended for
approval were approved, subject to the conditions, and with negative
environmental impact reports filed:
Zoned _R__-_1__ Herbert J. Rocklein, AP 51-X52-03, 2 lots, south
side of Thomasson Ln., east of Lucky John Rd.,
Paradise. Surveyor: Gary Lippincott
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 20.3 of the Butte County
Code, the tentative parcel map of the above property has been
reviewed by the Butte County Subdivision Committee and the
Planning Commission.
The Subdivision Committee and the Planninc_i Commission recommends
approval of the tentative map, subject to the following conditions:
1. Deed to the County of Butte 30 ft, right-of-way measured from
the centerline of Thomasson Lane.
2. Indicate a 50 ft. building setback line measured from the
centerline of Thomasson Lane.
3. Reserve an easement for the drainage Swale.
4. Vezify the location of the septic tank system on Parcel 1 and
relocate onto Parcel 1 if it crosses the property line onto
Parcel 2.
A Negative Environmental Impact Declaration was filed with the-
. County Clerk on February 25, 1974.
Zoned A-2 Ltd. Barbara J. & Vella E. Vale, AP 51-161-8, 9, & 10,
3 lots, northeast corner Posey Ln. & Lucky Sohn
Rd., Paradise. Surveyor: Gary Lippincott
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 20.3 of the Butte County
Code, the tentative parcel map of the above property has been
reviewed by the .Butte County Subdivision Committee and the
Planning Commission.
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The Subdivision Committee and the Planning Commission recommends
approval of the tentative map, subject to the following conditions:
1. Deed to the County of Butte 30 ft. right-of-way measured from
the centerline of Posey Lane.
2. Show Parcel 4.
A Negative Declaration Regarding Environmental Impact was filed with
the County Clerk on February 25, 1974.
_.
Zoned A-2 Ltd. C. B. Frederick, AP 51-163-04, 2 lots, west
& C-2 'side of Skyway, north of Bille Rd., Paradise.
Surveyor: Gary Lippincott
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 20.:3 of the Butte County
Code, the tentative parcel map of the above property has been
reviewed by the Butte County Subdivision Committee and the
Planning Commission.
The Subdivision Committee and the Planning Commission recommends
approval of the tentative map, subject to the following conditions:
1. Deed to the County of Butte 40 ft. right-of-way measured from
future centerline of the Skyway..
2. Verify legal access.
3. Provide traversable access to Parcel 2.
4. If Parcel 2 extends to the swale, reserve a drainage easement.
A Negative Declaration Regarding Environmental Impact was filed with
the County Clerk on February 25, 1974.
Zoned A-2 Comgstad, Inc:, AP 47-23-22, 2 lots, both
sides of Cohasset Rd., northeasterly of Rock
Creek Rd., north of Chico. Surveyor: John
W. Hamby
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 20.3 of the Butte County
Code, the tentative parcel map of the above property has been
reviewed by the Butte County Subdivision Committee and the
Planning Commission.
The Subdivision Committee and the Planning Commission recommends
approval of the tentative map, subject to the following conditions:
1. Show the Butte County Health Dept, that soil on Parcel 1 (18
acre parcel) is adequate for septic tank system or place a
statement on the map that the .parcel is unsuitable for develox~-
ment.
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2. Provide the Health Dept. with information sufficient to meet
requirements of-the subdivision ordinance as to the availability
of water or place a statement on the final map that there is
no evidence of domestic water.
3. 2ndicate a 55 ft. building setback line measured from the center-
line of Cohasset Road, -
Applicant is requesting a waiving of the requirement to survey the
remainder of the parcel.
A Negative Declaration Regarding Environmental Impact was filed with
the County Clerk on February 25, 1974.
The Planning Commission, at its meeting held March 14, 1974, re-
commended waiving the requirement for surveying the remainder of
the parcel.
Zoned A-2 Guy Turpin, AP 72-10-08, 2 lots, south side
of Wakefield; west of Feathervale Dr.,
Oroville. Engineer: Kendall Engineering
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 20.3 of the Butte County
Code, the tentative parcel map of the above property has been
reviewed by the Butte County Subdivision Committee and the
Planning Commission.
The Subdivision Committee and the Planning Commission recommends
approval of the tentative map, subject to the following conditions:
1. Verify legal access.
2. Indicate a 50 ft, building setback line measured from the center-
line of Wakefield Avenue.
A Negative Declaration Regarding Environmental Impact was filed
with the County Clerk on February 25, 1974.
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~oaa~a aide of N®aalared std,, w~at of ~®rabsett Rd90
~aradis~ . ~a'u;v®y®rs ~a~ 7~ppizacott
~~u~t, to ttaer~gn~.~~nts of ,8~o.1t~i'®se 2~.~ ®f tt~se ~iut'teb.County
~~~1, , {k~+ 4i ~~nt~~f,.6 [~~3:~"~~. 8$~~ ~R 1.di~B ~f~~$'4P~ ~J$'~®lty sib NN~~L
r~'c~i~~s~d b~ tta~ B~t~s C®~.y ~~bd.f.~s*ission Co~m~nitte~ aae~i the
'laa~iaag C®is~si®:to
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``~'ras~ Svbd~.vf~i®~a Coa,tte® reo~ ~nds appr®val of ttea $ent$tl.v® map,
suia~~ct too the n ®~,leeu~3ng o~ec~i~kiaass a
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le V~ri~y logal. acc~~ ant tkas riglat~ to ce~e~. -
~. ~aadicate ~~ ft~ F~u~.~,diaag ses•kback ~.ino~ ~oas~ed frt7m tho
ce~nt~r~.iaa®~ ®~ t~a® r~~~ass~ys .
~o Coaast~.~rcuct acc~~s roffid to ~:otua.ty 3tS®3 eataszada.rds.
•~ . Submit road axed drainag~a plans t® the I3s4pa~~ent cf Pa~alic works
®~ ~ppsroval rased it~sta~.l n®cesss~ary fegciliti®s.
~ o Pa~rc~al l must ham at ~.®t tia® °)~ ft. ®~ f~ntae~ reaquir®d fox
cornegr low or naeast ~ge~ost an escception.
~o ~aabas:it ~ prolim~.~a~.ry tl~ a^aport at then tisae th® fln~l map
~.~ 1~:~~.ffid~ &P~t~ ~h~ L3~~~X'ILt 4f Public ~DY'k~.
~~ N~c~a~e En~iroreaal Isrsoact Declarati®n wxs filead with tts®
~,:~'BA.XAt1T C~,esr~ px1 ~®k3~ry ~ p ~,~~~ o
the npplicauat bass ~q~stod m~a esaebsepti.on tb th® raq~aireBd ~Q i~t, o~ •
access.
~e ~'lnnniaxg Ca~aission, of its aaseoting hold ~iarcn 1•~, 197~p recondesd'
~pprta~-al of rho asaap, and granted tho eoxc®ptiea~a to mccess with the
follr~wing conditions:
1. ~7~rify lesgal ~ccross and. tta® right ~ ~s~.
2 e ~taalicates ~0 ft. buildi.nagT s®tbock linos a~:ssurec3 from the
c®nte$rYinea ®~ the diaays®
3. Coaastruct acc®$s r®ad to County I2Sd3 standards. Acceptance by
the C®b7nty of JButt~ to bs contingent ~xpon agreessiessa-t bestwoen tho
C®unty of butte and then Paradises yrs3gstioa Distgict conc®x~nin~
eaaet a.loaag this property.
~. Seabmi.t rid end draiiaa~ plans tc thes Departmesnt of Public ~orka
far agspro~al and install n®cossary facilities.
~. Par+l 1 must ham at leapt tho 75 ft. ®~ fr®a~tac~o roquired i'®r
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RAMADA PLACE, UNIT NO. 4
2 lots (condominium) , northwest
corner East & Ceres Aves., Chico.
Owner: Ed Greenlee
John Merlo
Herbert Sebring &
Brandt Houtsma
1073 Via Verona
Chico, CA 95926
Engineer: C. Fnl. Bachman
Rt. 4, Box 525A
Chico, CA 95926 -
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Zonede C-1 _
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 20.3 of the Butte County
Code, the: tentative subdivision of Ramada Place, t3nit No. 4, has
been reviewed by the-Butte County Subdivision Committee and the
Planning Commission.
The Subdivision Committee and Planning Commission recommends
approval of the tentative map, subject to the following conditions:
1. Replace the rolled curbs & gutters with vertical curbs and
gutters.
2, submit road and drainage plans to the Department of Public
Works for approval and install. necessary facilities.
3. Indicate a 50 ft. building setback line measured from the center-
lines of East and Ceres Avenues.
4. Provide the Health Department with a set of internal storm
drain plans to be used for the proper layout of septic tank
systems.
7. The type and amount of development shall be limited to the
extent that adequate area is available for sewage disposal.
8. Obtain the required clearance from State Water Quality Control
Board.
A Negative Declaration Regarding Environmental Impact was filed with
the County Clerk on February 25, 1974.
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74-459 DISCUSSION: PURCHASE OF STREET SWEEPER FOR PUBLIC WORKS
Purchase of street sweeper for Public Works discussed. Supervisor
Gilman pointed out last weelc that because of the man power programs, the County
should use the man power rather than purchase the street sweeper. Supervisor
Ladd felt there were other items that the funds were needed for, such as
the .c .~ .~--.:~~~,~:: :~:~'. :~' ~ .~ week by the fire department, Matter put over to
Tuesday, nYi11 ~:, a.~l4.
74-460 APPOINTMENTS TO TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON DRUGS: PUT OVER ONE WEEK
At the request of the Administrative Officer, the appointments to
the Technical Advisory Committee on Drugs was put over one week.
74-461 CONSOLIDATION OF ELECTION, DURHAM RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT, PUT OVER ONE WEEK
At the request of County Counse: the consolidation of the Durham
Recreation and Park District election with June Primary was put over one week.
74-462 DECLARE SAFE IN OLD SAFEWAY STORE SURPLUS
Clif Nickelson, Administrative Officer, stated that there has
been a request by Tom Struthers, Purchasing Agent, to have a old, large safe
at the old Safeway Building declared surplus, The safe is in the way of the
work being done by Dair Tandy and should be disposed of at this time.
Nr. Struthers requests that the safe be declared surplus and he be authorized
to dispose of it at a bid price of $50. Supervisor Ladd felt the County
could get more than $SO for this safe. Request discussed.
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On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and
unanimously carried, the old safe at the Safeway Building was declared surplus
and the Purchasing Agent was authorized to dispose of the safe at the best
offer possible at the time the safe is available for disposal.
74-463 ITEMS PRESENTED FOR INFORMATION TO THE BOARD
Clif Mickelson, Administrative Officer, stated that Dr. Bedford
has called a special meeting of the Mental Health Advisory Committee.
Mr. Mickelson stated that a hearing has been set for North State
Cable TV for the 9th of April. North State has advertised the hearing for
April 16th at 11:00 a.m. County Counsel recommended that the Board open their
hearing on the 9th of April at 2:00 p.m. and continue it to April 16th, at
11:00 a. m,
GRTDLEY
74-464 ACCEPT RESIGNATION OF RUTH D, BUSH /COMMUNITY SWIMMING POOL COMMITTEE
On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and
unanimously carried, the Board accepted the resignation of Ruth D. Bush
as a member of the Gridley Community Swim@ing Pool Committee, with regret,
and requested that the Administrative Officer send her a letter of
appreciation for her services on this committee.
74-465 DISCUSSION OF GRTDLEY COURTS BLDG.: COMMITTEE APPOINTED
Supervisor Ladd said that he had been asked to review the needs
at.;fihe Gridley County Building. Last week he had presented a letter to the
Board members setting out some of his recommendations; he read this letter
at this time. He suggested the purchasing of two lots to the rear of the
building. Fublic Works and Supervisor Ladd recommend that Purchasing Agent
commence negotiations for this property.
should
He feels that the security holding cell/be constructed and that
the county assessor's office be converted into two offices to be used by
the Court as jury rooms. Costs for said work set out. Supervisor Ladd
said he would hope that the Board would see fit to follow the recommendation
and that they could be budgeted into next year's budget.
Recommendations discussed. Chairman Madigan appointed Supervisor
Gilman and Supervisor Ladd to go and look afi fihe building and go over the
recommended modifications and come back with a recommendation to this Board.
74-466 DISCUSSION: JWENILE HALL BUILDING
Supervisor Ladd read the letter from architect Lorrin Ward concerning
his revised cost estimates for the Juvenile Hall building. Supervisor Ladd
said he had met Monday with Mr. Casleberry, Don Nissen and a couple of the
members of the Juvenile Justice Committee and they discussed the building.
He explained what the committee felt about the remodeling. He read a typed
memo concerning this meeting and the feelings of the committee concerning the
building and the estimated costs.
Supervisor Ladd felt that the A'r'chitect should be allowed to proceed
with the planning on the basis of revised estimates and that a committee of
county officials review the plans; he said the new estimates were $50 per
square foot. The Committee is only asking for a bare-bone building and with
careful designing, they could come in with a very reasonable cost, they felt.
Supervisor McKillop asked if the present architect should be retained
or should the County go out and secure another one and see if he could present
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other costs. It was stated that if the Board authorized the contract on this
building, Supervisor Ladd would like to have the provision that there be a
cancellation of pay-off clause and that the architect accept and be governed
by the decisions of the Board. Supervisor Ladd explained his thinking about
this matter. Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, stated that it could be placed
in the agreement that the Board could discharge him at any time, paying him
off on an hourly basis.
Time spent discussing the architect and the agreement for his
services. Supervisor McKillop requested that this be placed back on the
agenda for Tuesday, April 2, and have Supervisor Ladd secure the answers
to the questions that have been asked today. Supervisor Cameron was also
put on the committee with Supervisor Ladd to discuss this matter with the
architect.
74-467 AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF 3 FIRE ENGINES FROM RE17L+NUE SHARING FUNDS
Time spent discussing the request for three fire engines to be
purchased at the same time the State goes to bid. It was stated that the
cost for these fire engines would be $123,000. The Board felt these
coisld be purchased from Revenue Sharing funds. Mr. Letson had informed
the Board that a savings of 20% could be affected if the engines were
purchased at this time through the State.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and
carried, purchase of three fire engines at a cost of $123,000, said funds to be
from Revenue Sharing Funds, was authorized, to be purchased through the State.
AYES: Supervisors Cameron, Gilman, McKillop and Chairman Madigan
NOES: Supervisor Ladd
74-468 DISCUSSION: PARADISE LIBRARY SITE
Supervisor Cameron suggested that the Board move on the recommendation
of the architect, Mr. Thompson, and approve the Almond and Willow Streets site
for the new Paradise library building. He recommended, also, that the
Board authorize the appraisal of the property next door and authorize
Mr. Thompson to prepare the proposal and have Mr. Castleberry bring it back
next week for Board action.
Time spent discussing the sites suggested for the library building.
Mr. Blackstock recommended that the Board direct the Planning Director to
prepare an Environmental Impact Report for both sites being considered.
The Board at this time directed the Planning Director to prepare a brief
E.I.R. for both sites and present them to the Board at the April ~.~ meeting.
74-469 MATTERS PRESENTED FOR CONSIDERATION
Supervisor McKillop requested that the Administrative Officer have
the Auditor give his opinion of costs concerning the Mental Health Facility.
Supervisor Cameron said he has received a letter from a group of
people in the Paradise area regarding tae use of motorcycles on private
property. They enclosed a copy of a petition concerning this matter.
County Counsel will obtain a copy of ordinance concerning the use of the
motorcycles and will report back on the matter in the near €uture.
74-470 DISCUSSION: POLICY CONCERNING ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED BY BOARD AT MEETINGS
Chairman Madigan brought up the matter of the policy that had been
adopted by this board concerning matters brought up by department heads or
elected officials at these Board meetings, without backup material or having
been placed on the Board agenda. He requested that Mr. Nickelson send out a
memo to the departments that they go through the proper channels to have their
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items discussed by this Board. He is to inform the departments that if they
have backup material, this material should be given to the Board prior to the
Tuesday meetings. AlI material should be cleared through Mr. Mickelson's office.
74-471 REPORT REQUESTED BY VETERAN SERVICE OFFICER he was before the Board,
Chairman Madigan stated that the last time) Bob O'Brien, Veteran
Service Offices,: he had stated he was going to a meeting and that he would
make a report to the Board following this meeting. Chairman Madigan would
like to have this report from Mr. O'Brien. Mr. Nickelson was requested to
follow up on this request.
RECESS: The Board recessed at 5:45 p.m, to reconvene at 8;00 p.m. for a
hearing concerning hunting on hake Oroville.
RECONVENED: 8:00 p.m.
74-472 HEARING: HUNTING AROUND LAKE OROVILLE
Robert Lassen, Fish and Game Commission, was asked to explain their
proposal to the Board. He reviewed the rules and procedures of the Fish and
Game Commission in these matters. AC their meetings, they announce their
intentions to consider in the future certain items. This gives the people
notice that they are going to talk about it but nPt at Chat meeting. This
would give the public at least six weeks notice that the matter is coming up.
Chairman Madigan asked if the proposal was discussed at the March 8,
1974 Fish & Game Department meeting; it was not discussed. I~ did appear on
the agenda, but only to announce that.it would be coming up in the future.
This gives the public ample time to be heard on the matter. This is the
Fish and Game's method of public hearings. Mr. Lassen commended the Board
for having this public hearing because it demonstrates that there is interest
on the publics behalf and it gives the Fish and Game Department a chance to
explain their procedures.
This matter will appear on their agenda again in order to announce
this item. Also the Dept, of Parks and Recreation will hear this item..
They will be having a hearing on this matter in May. The Fish and Game.
announcement will probably be in June in Newport Beach, and then the next
meeting will be the hearing. Mr. Lassen pointed out that they must cover
58 counties, which is why the meeting is set so far in advance.
Mr. Lassen explained to the Board that the entire Fish and Game area
is open; it is closed because of action taken by the Parks and Recreation
Department. This proposal is a cooperative effort by the two departments
to come up with a suggested plan where lands could be utilized more fully.
Their proposal is to provide some additional recreational use. Their two
objectives are; 1) to provide optimum use; and 2) to provide access to
lands that have been used historically as hunting lands around the lake.
He stated that every effort is being taken to eliminate areas where there
might possibly be a conflict. He stated that if action was desired, attention
should be directed toward the Parks and Recreation, which will meet in May.
He also stated that the date for this May meeting has not yet been set.
Mr. Lassen stated the Fish and Game Commission would be interested in
receiving any feelings that the Board has about this proposal.
Harvey Russo, Fish and Game, re-emphasized the things explained by
Mr. Lassen. Mr. Russo explained that these areas had been hunted until
.Tune, 1969 when the Parks Department took over, at which time they closed the
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surface of the lake to all hunting. They didn't close the perimeters because
they did not have the legal descriptions. It has been hunted with very little
conflict. Mr. Russo explained the reasons the Sept. 15 date was picked,
because it is after Labor Day and use of the Lake falls off drastically. He
also explained the type of animals that will be hunted, such as deer, quail,
all game animals. He explained that this will give the public access to
hunting lands owned by the railroad, PG &E., etc. He used a map to point
out the closed areas around the lake. He also pointed out that any camp ground
in the area will be closed to a 300 yard distance. In 1972, they had casualties
that were within 100 yards of the lake. If this proposal goes through, the
Fish and Game Commission would be required to print maps outlining the closed
areas.
The hearing was opened to the audience at this time. Appearing:
1. Mrs. Albrecht, Yankee Hi11. She owns property by the lake and
is afraid there will be little done to stop trespassers. She disputed different
sections of the proposal.
2. Ted Kirkpatrick, Oroville; appearing in favor.
3. Barbara Schafer, Oroville, appearing in opposition.
4. Chuck Berto, President of the Paradise Rod and Gun Club, presented
a letter from the club endorsing the proposal. The Club voted unanimously in favor
of the measure.
5. George Taber, Oroville, appearing in opposition. He stated
that he would like tv see the public canvassed.
6. Al Syphert, Paradise Rod and Gun Club, appearing in favor.
7. Fred Mayberry, landowner by the lake, appearing in opposition.
8. John Boxford, Paradise Rod and Gun Club, appearing in Favor.
9. Mr. Herschel, Yankee Hill, appearing in opposition.
10. Bruce Webb, Audiboa Society, expressed concern for the eagle
population in this area and appeared in opposition to the proposal.
11. Don Black, Oroville, appeared in favor.
12, Lynn Thomas, Yahi Group, Sierra Club, appeared in opposition.
13. Helen Mayberry, Yankee Hill, appeared in opposition.
14. Jeanne Conrey, Audobon Society, appeared in opposition.
15. Warren Evans, Oroville, appeared in favor
16. Tim Marble,. appeared in opposition.
17. Nathan Peters, Paradise, appeared in favor.
18. Willie Maldin, Oroville, appeared in favor.
19. Bill Royer, Oroville, appeared in favor and asked for the
Fish and Game's enforcement measures to be outlined.
20. Bill McKay, Chico, appeared in favor,
21. Charles Cooley, Oroville, Feather River Rod and Gun Club,
appeared in favor.
22. Charles Huntington, Oroville, appeared in favor.
Mr. Lassen explained that there were no plans for more manpower.
He explained that he covers a 17-county area and in these, Butte has the most
men ~ which is 5. He stated that they would have to wait and see what the
situation warranted. He could not give comparisons of Butte andf say Glenn
or Tehama~because those were not his areas. SupervisorMeKillop pointed out
to the audience that this department is the only one in the State that does
not use tax monies; they are self-supporting because of the licenses they sell,
which part of the money goes for wildlife preservation, including non-game
species.
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Appearing in rebuttal:
Mr. Berto, Mrs. Mayberry, Mrs. Schafer, Mrs. Albrecht, Mr, Cooley,
Mr. Hoaglan-in favor, Ray Wilkey-in"'favor, Ray Wya~t, Oroville, who was in
favor o£ the proposal but against loaded guns on the lake.
Hearing closed to the public.
Chairman Madigan pointed out that petitions were on file; there is
a resolution from the Rod and Cun Club, aad numerous letters opposing and
favoring the proposal, Supervisor Cameron filed another petition with the
clerk.
Supervisor McKillop questioned about loaded guns on the lake. Will
Payne, local game warden, stated that the Fish and Game Commission has no
rules, but that the Stgte Park regulations prohibits it, Supervisor Cameron
expressed concern that this might set a precedent in opening other lakes to
hunting. Supervisor Ladd commended the Fish and Game Commission and he felt
that this area should be put to all recreation use, including hunting.
Supervisor McKillop echoed Supervisor Ladd's feelings and stated that he
would like to have the line dropped to include the Bidwell area, where there
is a great problem with trespassers and also would like the date to be changed
to October 1 instead of September 15. He felt it should be tried on a two-
year basis, for review and study at that time. Suggestion discussed.
Chairman Madigan expressed his feeling that most hunters are
respectful of owners rights.
No action taken at this time. Action taken under submission
and to be placed back on the agenda for Tuesday, April 2nd.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being nothing further before the Board at this time, the
meeting was adjourned at 9:55 p.m. to reconvene on Tuesday, April 2, 1974 at
9:00 a.m,
ATTEST: CLARK A, NELSON, COUNTX CLERK
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BY~ ~~~~--~ ~ airman of the B ~d
Board of Sup isors Clerk
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