HomeMy WebLinkAboutM042473April 24, 1973
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, Madigan and Chairman McKillop,
Clif Mickelson, Administrative Officer, Daniel Blackstock, County Counsel
and Clark A. Nelson, County Clerk, by Margie Catt, Board of Supervisors Clerk.
INVOCATION: Clif Mickelson, Administrative Officer
Pledge of allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America
73_640 APP ROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and
unanimously carried, the minutes of April 10th & 18th, 1973 were approved
as mailed with the addition on Page 161, Item 73-600, 4th paragraph, to state
that the Saucier purchase was also referred to the Grand Jury,
73- COMMUNICATIONS
John W. Hamby, Paradise, An appeal is filed ze denial of tentative parcel
// a.~ ~ map application for Maxjoxie Young - AP 55-13-102, To be discussed
later in the meeting.
Paul J. Theda, Santa Barbara. Mr, Theda wzites regarding a late payment on
~ O ~,(~ ~, the Paradise Pines assessment bonds and nonpayment of penalty thereon.
Referred to County Counsel for answer.
Mr, and Mrs, Noah Jennings, Chico. Consideration foz placement of trailer homes
/~f ~, 0 Z on residential properties for elderly zelatives is zequested, Place
in file,
Mrs, Peggy Alcorn, Chico. Mrs, Alcorn requests approval for placement of a
j~ 7y~ p 'Z„ mobile home on a residential lot for care of elderly relatives, Place
in file,
Joe Carlile, deputy agricultural commissioner, Mr, Carlile submits his
~ d 3, g~ resignation as employee's representative on the Personnel Appeals
Commission, effective April 16, 1973. See motion following the
communi.ea Lions .
C. L, Schivein, Oroville, Mr. Schwein ~~rrites regarding his appeal for denial
~~ 3.~ ~ of applicatinn for variance permit at Lincoln and A Streets, Oroville,
See public hearings at 1:30 p,m,
Mrs, Margaret Anthony, Paradise, Mrs, Anthony urges support of R-1 zoning
~~ ~~~ Q for the intersection of Pent z, Road with Stearns Road. Information
only.
Margery Anthony, Paradise, R-1 zoning for the area at the intersection of Pentz-
/ / gip Q Magalia Highway and Stearns Road is requested, Information only.
Warren C, Alton, Paradise. Mr, Alton requests permission to place mobile home
// ~:4 ~ on property at 6827 Sunset Way, Paradise, Discussed, Referred to
Commission. for recommendation.
Mr, and-Mrs, Fridenburg, Mr,,and Mrs. Busch, Mr. and Mrs, Su1li.van and Mr, and
Mr_s, Dean, Chico, Writers express wish to be recognized at 11 a.m. to
/~ a.d v siiLmit request for interim zoning of the northeast section of the Chico
ama. To be discussed later in the meeting,
Lynn H. Wixom, Oroville, Mr, Wixom urges denial of the application for extension
and expansion of the nonconforming use permit requested by Atha's Bait
~/ 3,~ D and Tackle Shop on Olive Highway, To be discussed at the time of
the public hearing.
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Mr, and Mrs. Edward Clark. The Clark's urge denial of the use permit for
l/~ ~~ Atha's Bait Shop on Olive Highway. To be discussed at the time
of the public hearing at 1:30 p.m.
Durham Woman's Club, Mrs, Abshier, president, writes that the Woman's Club
has voted to urge the Board to consider re-establishment of the Durham
District Justice Court, To be placed in file,
Associated Students, California State University, Chico. Resignation of Mr.
Ken Smith as representative to the Board of Supervisors is forwarded
0 S,o ~ to you. Administrative Officer will write a letter thanking them for
their partir_ipation, No action needed by the Board,
Seymour S, Goldberg, Encino. Copy of petition for assessment reduction for
V (~ Craig Hall, Third Street, Chico is filed by the attorneys. Referred
I ~ '~ to County Counsel.
Reginald M, Watt, Chico. Mr. Watt files report of the Public Defender Committee
! ~-~.~ o of the Butte County Bar. To be discussed at budget time. No action taken
at this time, Public Defenders to be requested to respond to this report,
Televents of California, Inc. The Company requests extension of time be granted
under Resolution No, 72-184 for securing licenses, permits and authorizations
0 Q ,~ 3 within six months, They have filed for certificate of compliance with the
FCC within the time period required, but FCC has been slow in granting
the certificate. Discussed, See motion follocring communications.
Dow, Lohnes and Albertson, Washington, D,C, The Attorneys, acting for Televents
t' of Paradise, Inc „ encloses application for certificate of compliance
~ 0. T 3 as required by FCC regulations and requests that this be maintained for
public inspection. Same as above,
California Heritage Preservation Commission, The Commission forwards resolution
of March 3, 1973 requesting city and county governments to give notice
a O O5~ to the California State Archives of all intentions to dispose of city or
f ~ county records dated prior to 1910, until a satisfactory statewide plan
for record preservation has been adopted. Discussed, Many of old County
documents now under the auspices of Chico State, Adm, Officer to answer.
City of Oroville. The City forwards copy of its letter to Mr, Castleber..ry
giving authority to Public Works Director to process and sign parcel maps
~ ~~~ ~ on behalf of the City of Oroville, The City expresses appreciation for
this cooperation. Information only,
City of Anderson. Forwards Resolution 73-14 urging CSAC and League of California
Cities to seek action to alleviate problem of litter and waste disposal
~ D~O~ created by nonreturnable containers, Discussed, Copies of the
resolution to the Board members.
County of Yuba, The County writes regarding Senate Bill 550 and urges adoption
by Butte County of a resolution supporting the measure crhich modifies
/ O ~~ 07- Z the marketing law to authorize issue certificates to limit number of
acres from which canning cling peaches may be marketed, Discussed.
Assemblyman Johnson to be urged to support bill. No action taken,
County of Yuba. The County forwards copy of its Resolution Nn, 1973-57
requesting an extension of the time set forth in Ser_tion 65860 of the
0 ~, yZ Government Code requiring county zoning to be brought into conformity
with the general plan by June 30, 1973. Discussed; action to be taken
at a later date. County Counsel to write letter of support of extension.
County of Los Angeles,, The County forwards recommendations supporting state
f O py Z y legislation to implement federal takeover of Adult Aid Programs -HR 1.
Action to be taken at a later date,
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State Department of Navigation and Ocean Development. The Department forwards
/ O ~ ~ ,+' an approved copy of Che Time Saddle-termination of $1b0,000 grant
agreement. Discussed, No action necessary,
California Regional Water Quality Control Board - Central Valley Region. The
Board forwards its Resolution No, 73-188 permitting provisions of
O O. 1^ Z,Section 1326b of the California Water Code, The resolution requires
~ cities and counties to notify their regional board of the filing of the
development proposals which involve a major waste discharge,
Referred to George Stamm and Dr. Heindl.
State Department of Parks and Recreation, Mr, Mott, director, sends copy of
letter to Teonard G. Ellis, president of Paradise Veterans Council, assuring
/ G ~~ 7 ~ them that there is no plan to change the designation recognized by the
County of Butte and the Paradise Veterans Council of the Time Saddle
Veterans Memorial Park. Information only.
Department of California Highway Patrol. The Department writes regarding the
Abandoned Vehicle Abatement (AVA) Program and the availability of
~ ~• O d approximately $15 million for financing of local efforts in this
program. Discussed, Clay Castleberry, Director of Public Works, is
working on this matter. No action needed at this time.
State Department of Water Resources, The Department forwards copies of amendments
`T / ~• ~ O to watex supply contracts between the State and other contracting agencies
as required by Article 36 of our contract. Referred to George Stamm
for his comments,
State Division of Highways, The Division forwards a negative declaration
indicating that the proposed initial two-lane ultimate four-lane highway
D DAD ~ on Route 149 in Butte County between Route 70 north of Oroville and
Route 99 south of Chico will have no significant adverse affect on the
quality of the environment, Information only.
California Department of Agriculture, Department. sends notice that a check for
~ ~ $28,995,01 has been forwarded to augment funds for support of the
,~ 0 ~~ CounY.y Agricultural Commissioner in pesticide regulatory activities.
Information only,
Office of the Governor. Edwin Meese, III, executive assistant to the governor,
forwards copy of letter to Mr. Thomas H. Mercer, regional director of
~Q! d 0 OEO, approving the phaseout grant for Community Action Agencies, and
authorizing funding. Information only,
Department of the Army. The Department refers to Butte County's letter of
~ March 15, 1973 and the meeting on March 26, 1973 re bank protection at
({.( Z•~ site mile 194,0 of the Sacramento River and enclosed copy of their reply
to the Reclamation Board in this matter. Discussed, This confirms that
that the C~rpsP~~~ren~endt~h~,a~z~~~saPoo~hchmecLV~~";eM~c~ ~eldleberry to
crritc n U l
Federal 0'.±-a.oe of conem=_c pportunity. ~'he DLO sends ~~nc rmation regarding the
~p f-~%~ O Rr0 audit exceptions, To be discussed later in the meeti.ng,,
Clayton M. Chittim, Protests the proposed restxictions on splitting land
' 3 , O ~ parr_e1s in rural areas, He feels that twenty acres minimum is too large
/ i-or the landowners who have property for which there is no other use than
residential development. Discussed; no action tal:cn,
Gordon W, Porter. Comn7.aint.concerning filing of veteran'; property tax exemption,
/Jl.t~ C~ Read and discussed. No action taken.
Paradise Recreation District, Request consideration in discussions and plans
O'~., Z s . relative to revenue sharing, Discussed; place in file concerning this matter.
Mrs. Robert (G;tni) Hart, Resignation as member of the charter committee,
/ d d. ~ Z Action taken previously on this matter.
Senator John Tunney, Acknowledging letters from the County concerning the
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Federal-Aid to Highways Act and the Cottonwood Creek Praject.
Discussed; no ection taken.
George Basye. Meeting on Monday, April 30, 1973 at 3:00 p,m. in Clay
~ a Castleberry's office concerning the possible construction of a low
~~ ~"' levee on the East side of the Sacramento River from the end of the
project levee to Chico Landing, Copy to be given to Supervisor Ladd,
,~~~an Day, Request to place a mobile home on back of his mother's lot at
1221 Mart#n St„ Chico. Referred to Planning Director,
'r~ZLetters, In opposition to placing of mobile homes on property for elderly relatives.
73-642 DISCUSSION: LETTER FROM FEATHER RIVER LUMBER COMPANY: 5000 ACRES OF SOUTHERN
PACIFIC 7~t1ND IN THE OROVILLE LA1ZE AREA
A letter from the Feather River Lumber Company concerning approximately
5000 acres of Southern Par_ific land in the Oroville Lake area, Southern Pacific
wishes to dispose of the land in one of t-~•ro ways: (i) Sell it off in a single
block; or (2) Market it in 40 to 1b0 acre parcels. Letter read and discussed.
Supervisor Ladd stated that a representative from the Bureau of Land Management
will be before the Board to discuss this matter. Area discussed, A copy of
the letter will bn sent to the Planning Commission for the;_r consideration.
No action taken at this time,
73-643 A_CC_EPT RT'SIGNAT_ION AS_EMI'LOYEE'S REPRESED?T11T.IVE_ON_TH_E_A_ERS_ONNEL APPEALS COM.
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, the resignation of .Toe C~rlile, deputy agrir_ultural
comm;_ssioner, as the employee's representative _^.n the Personnel Appeals
Cemmis;~i_on, effor_tive April 16, 1973, was accepted and the Administrative
Cff:ir.er rli.ll trr?_te a letter of appreciation to ASr, Car.lile, thanking him for
his services,
Mr, Ray Cudney, manager of the Butte County Employee's Association,
was present and suggested the name of Dean Cofer, business representative
of the International Brotherhood of la.ectricnl_ T~lorl:ers Union, Appointment
discussed; put over_ to Tuesday, May 1, 1973 Boarcl muting,
73-64~i AUTHOP,TZE FYTEDTSIQiV QF_TIMF I'OR TELEVEDI'TS_OF P~RADISE~TIv~._
Qn Ortabr:r l_0, 1972, the Board ac':cpted Pesn7.utic;t 72--184 which
required Televents of Paradise to obtain all_ necessary licenses, permits and
f 0~•`~`~ authoriza%ion.s t~ithin sa.x months from the date of_ thr, r_esol.ution un.l.rss
axtended upon aclequaE_e jtastif9_cation, Televents has r+b'-n?_nrrl , ",7. _3o,^.^esary
li cen~es and authorizet?_ons and has filed for a certif?.r.,~te of_ cnm:,7.i_ance
toith th? FCC on March 28, 7.973, They antic9.pate no proh?.ems, but because the
Corsi, sion has begin slot•~ im grant:inp, certt_f?_r.ates because o` the new rules
and shortage of staff, they request that the time unclrr our reeo'Iutinn be
extended for 30 days, Request discussed,
On motion of Surervi_sor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor. Lacld and
unanimously carried, Televents of Parnclise, Tnc, tae re authorized an
e:ctension of time under Resolution 72,-184 for a period of 30 days.
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-645 APPROVE RIGHT OF 1dAY ACOUISITT.ONS: ADOPT PJaSOLUTION/ATJT117RT7.T1?G ACQUISITION OF
REAL PRO??ERTY: CONCTTR T~IITH CITY OF OP~OVIT,LE ON MITI'-`ELL AVFLriJF.? T'PO~~IC°": AUTHO1tIZED
CITY OF CHTCO TO DO INSPECTION 1dORP.: ACCEPTED ROAD ADTD Dl~.!1rD?AGT? T~?OP'., E.HERWOOD
FOREST S1TP.,DIVISION N0, 3 and ~ dopted RESOLUTION''.'-b7 CONCEIT?~.NG CHANG>aS IN
~ MAINTAINED TTTLEAGE
- ~ On mor_ion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor P?;~digan end
unanimously carMied, the following action was taken:
1, Approved the following a reements for sale for right of way acquisition,
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authorized th^ Direct or of Public idorks to sign the agreements and authorized
the Auditor to issue warrants upon demand of Cou nty's escrow agent:
Proj~cY Name Acres 1'r ice Total
East Ave. 57192-70-1 M. E. Westfield 0.048 Exchange $0
" " F. Kiley 0.024 " $0
" " Ray Narbaits 0.024 " $0
" Q. E. Dorvall 0.015 " $247
" " W. K. Alberson O.O1S " $0
" " G. R. Gonsalves 0.015 " $876
" " E. D. Hegwer 0.015 " $676
" n. L'. Edwards 0.015 " $0
" " Velma Nunes 0.017 " $551
" G. Gates 0.067 " $30
" " Irma fI. Morgan 0.012 " $788
" " J. D. Beck 0.016 " $3.,949
" T. R. Sisney 0.018 " $475
" " Cali€. Water Service Co. 0.011 " $0
" " R. E. Brown 0.015 $412
" D. J. Estrada 0.017 " $0
I. L. Shinn 0.016 " $0
" " J. V. Pullins 0.017 " $0
" " A. R. Mullins 0.016 " $30
" " L. R. Kidd 0.033 " $150
" Church of the Nazarene 0.050 " $60
" " W. D. Cantwell 0.033 " $180
East Ave, 57192-70-1 D. L. Cantwell 0.035 Exchange $90~
" " G. C. Beer O.OS6 " $0
" " K. C. Scott 0.018 " $0
" E. T. Engel 0.048 " $0
" " R. M. Young 0.023 " $100
Yage 180. ` `~ "'~'
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C. M. Carroll
M. L. 01son
W. R. Barstow
A. Hook
C. J. Howard
J. C. Mamieh
J. A. Burner
L, C. Stone
T. R. Steidley
A. Klaver
E. A. Morgada
R, C. Frey
R. C. Frey
R. E. Usherwood
K. E. Johnson
Ld. K. Henry, Jr.
E. S. Stephens
H. S. Yap
J. R. Clark
C. F. Raudebaugh
K. C. Brownell, Sr.
D. E. Dawson
Calif. Water Service Co.
H. A. Lambert
K. J. Montrond
S. G. Buckland
R. A. Laman
0.015 Exchange $0
0.016 " $230
0.054 " $210
0.024 " $60
0.033 " $150
0.016 " $181
0.016 " $30
0.018 '° $359
0.012 " $0
0.009 " $0
0.03.2 " $0
0.023 " $90
0.053 " $273
0.025 " $0
0.016 " $0
a.OZZ " $o
0.060 $0
0.053 " $0
0.053 " $0
0.045 " $0
0.045 Exchange $0
6,019 " $0
0.019 " $0
0.058 " $G~'
0.026 " $7a
0.069 " $380
0.018 " $0
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~, Adopted Resolution 73-6~ authorizing acquisition of real property
by eminent domain necessary for construction of a county road known as East
Avenue in County of Butte - Malvis F, Isaacs and Marie J. Isaacs (East Avenue-
Ceres Avenue to Ceanothus Avenue) and the Chairman was authorized to sign,
3, Concurred with the City of Oroville on the adopted route for
Mitchell Avenue between Washington and Bridge.
4, Authorized the City of Chico to do building inspection work and
collect fees for AP No. 45-33-76 and AP No, 43-142-14 & 15, for property in the
process of being annexed to the City of Chico,
5, Accepted the road and drainage work for Sherwood Forest
Subdivision No. 3, subject to the maintenance bond which is posted,
v''~ 6, Adopted Resolution 73-67 concerning changes in maintained mileage
within Butte County was adopt ed and the Chairman was authorized to sign,
73-646 APPROVE PLANS & SPECS, LINCOLN BOULEVARD BRIDGE: ADOPTED RESOLUTION 73-6~
APPROVING RIGHT OF WAY CERTIFICATION N0, 2, MANZANITA AVENUE BRIDGE AND AUTHORIZED
P17RCHASE _OF TTdO DISTANCE MEASURING DEVICES
~~ ~ On motion of Supervisor Gilman,Tseconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, the following action was taken:
1, Approved the plans and specifications for the Lincoln Boulevard
Bridge @ G]yman Ravine Project No, 18492-72-1; authorized the Chairman and
Director of Public Works to sign the plans; adopted the wage scale; and approved
the bid opening at 11:00 a,m,, Public Works Office, May 17, 1973,
20 Adopted Resolution 73-6~ approving the right of way certification
V
No. 2, Manzanita Avenue Bridge @ Big Chico Creek, TOPICS Project No. EPS-T-3014(3)
and authorizer) the Chairman to sign,
3, Approved the purchase of two 5-watt hand radios and one small electronic
hand calculator from E & A fixed assets account,
73-b47 GR_ANT_EXCEPTION TO UNIFORM BUILDING CODE FOR LOUISIANA PACIFIC HARDBOARD
Clay Castleberry, D9_rector of Public Worlcs, set out the matter of
occupancy of the Louisiana Pacific Hardboard building, Public 1+lorks feels that
the building is classified as E3 occupancy but is anticipating word from the
comvany's insurance carrier indicating its approval of a change in classification
in or_cunancy, which would a11_ow a conventional metal building wall and no
separation walls as required for E3, Mr, Castleberry said he would like to make
an exception to the building code for this building, P1r_. Castleberry explained
the amendment that he would propose, The amendment provides alternate means for
fire protertion. Mr, Castleberry said the County has now received approval
from the insurance carrier for the Company for this type variance. Request
discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, the Board granted the variance to the uniform building code
for the Louisiana Pacific Hardboard building, subiect to Mr, Castleberry
working out with County Counsel the variance to the building code,
73-648 DISCUSSION: INFORMATION PUBLIC WORKS ITEMS
Mr, Castleberry reported on the workloads for environmental impact
review and expansion of house numbering system, He said he would like to
get Jim Glander out of the impact of this matter, Situ<~ttion discussed, Tt
was suggested that the County might be able to gs~P an intern through Chico
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University. Mr, Castleberry will work through Mx, Mickelson on this matter,
Referred to Administrative Officer for consideration.
Paving of parking area - Palermo Fire Station. Mr, Castleberry
reported that Public Works has done a minor parking project at the Palermo
Fire Station. Information only.
73-649 PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORIZED TO NEGOTIATE WITS? LOCAL ARCHITECT, ETC, FOR PLAN
CHECI.ZING WORK
Mr,^Castleberry stated that since Public Works has been unable to hire a
satisfactory plan checker, they would like to request authorization to negotiate
with a local architect, engineer, or building designer to contract some of their
plan checking taork until such time as a plan checker has'been obtained by the
County. Mr, Castleberry stated that at the present time there is a three weeks
delay in these checking of plans, They have a man that will do the work for
$l0 per hour and another gentleman said he would do the work for $25 per hour.
Discussed the request.
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and
unanimously carried, Public Works tras authorized to negotiate with a local
architect, on a contractural basis, far a temporary period of time, for plan
checking for the county, at a rate not to exceed $10 per hour,
73- 650 ACCEPT I,OGI B1D~_ORD FERRY ROAD AND PENT7.~MAGALIA EII•lY~
P1°, Cast:~.eberry rc~pnrted to the Board an the results of the bid openings
for the Or_d Ferry Road, FAS Project 1523(4) and Pentz-Magalia Hwy „ Project
No. 45471-68-1. Butte Creek Rock was the lorr bidder on both projects,
D~ b ~ On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, the low bid of Butte Creek Rock was accepted for the
t~ ~;~ following projects:
Ord Ferry Road, FAS Project 1523(4) in the amount of $253,947,50
Pentz-Magalia Hwy., Project No, 45471-68-1 in the amount of $174,105.00
Transfer of $25,000 from Bald Rock Road Project to the Pentz-Magalia Highway
Project tans authorized, and the Chairman was authorized to sign the contracts,
73-651 PUBLIC WORKS ITENLS DISCUSSED
~~~ I~1r, Castleberry reported on the Biggs-Gridley airstrip. The airstrip
will continue as a private air strip for the owners own use. No action necessary.
Mr, Castleberry reported on the change in meeting to be held re
Division o£ Highways Project on SR 99 @ Pentz Road and L°~:rham Highway which had
been scheduled for June 13th, Tt is now scheduled for June 12th at the same time,
73-652 LEAVES OF ABSENCE APPROVED
-~ On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and
unanimously carried, the following non-compensated medical leaves of absences
were approved:
a, Hospital - five month leave for Gordon Reavis, orderly, ending
August 21, 1973, Six month leave of absence for Emily
Calloway ending September 23, 1973.
b. Welfare - six week leave for Linda Waddell through May 18, 1973.
73-653 ADOPT ORDINANCE, AMENDING SALARY ORDINANCE: DECLARED SURPLUS PP.OPERTY,
AWARD BID FOR REMODELING OF COUNTY COUNSEL'S OFFICE: AUTHOPIZED VEHICLE PURCHASE
x'OR HEALTH DIsPAPTrD:DTT AND At3TH0ItTZEl7 PURGT~AS1~ OF TYPE[dRT.TER FOR PLANK?IATG
On motion of Supervisor G•?Iman, s-econded byby Supervisor Came io3 24nd 1973
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unanimously carried, purchase of a typewriter at an estimated cost of $510
for the Planning Department was authorized, Ordinance 1343 amending the
salary ordinance to create an additional typist clerk II position in Planning
Department to work on environmental impact reports was adopted and the
Chairman was authorized to sign,
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, the following seven vehicles were declared surplus and
the Purchasing Agent was authorized to dispose of same:
county numbers 295, 322, 323, 324, 325, 326 and 329
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and
unanimously carried, the low bid of Fred Unfried in the amount of $7,711, with
D 49 day completion time, teas accepted, for the remodeling of County Counsel's
~~" '3 Offices, subject to Supervisor T,add's perusal of the plans and approval.
On motion. of. Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, purchase of a vehicle through State contract for Health
Department was authorized and a transfer of $2,610 from the reserve to
equiE:ment <.^.count in the Health Department budget was authorized,
73-~54 1;OTII_?'T?rPtT I?T~?;t"ITASES,~PFRSONnTEL~HFT:~ nnrR ONR iTRE[Z
Pu_chn.^,e of ac7uipment for Personnel held over one week.
73-655 r,IC,~,NSr A~P~ ~cnTloNS AnnnovED
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Or. m~ti_~~. of Supervisor. Ladd, seconded by Su~erv~.sor Gilmar. and
unnnzmous+y c~,;"'?.cad, the fo?.ler~ing license al+nliceti.ons e?ere approved:
?.. Chien Community Al?.i.ar_ee, for a dance to be held at the Chico Pair
Grnu;~.ds, Anr..1 ~~, 1973,
2, Accunulr_o Softball Club, fora dance to be held at Chico Fair Grounds
en Anri1 15, 1973 (confirmation of license issued by Treasurer). Fees have been
paid and apnlirat_ion approved by Sheriff Gil?_ick.
3. Auctioneax's license for Lauis F, Putman, for auctions to be held
at Goodspeed~',7:!r;':; Road. App?.;_cation approved by Sheriff and bond approved by
Goun`y Counsr.l. Bond approved to be filed ~•~i_th the County Clerk,
73-65Fi~J,L'ASP F:TtTPPfiS?'O~T AGREEMENT: DISCUSS~D,_T`?n ~CT70N {~T TEiIS T~NfE
i'__m ,er.t r".iWcussin~, ~^.n agree .. .. '~o ar.terd the 7.ease r,•~ith E & A
P.ar..ch Cc-r-~+~ny !:nr Dave?.o,ment Ccmmissin:a's 0`fice at 175 Cchasset Road from
Play 1, 1.97' te, Anr9.?. 30, ?.975 at a month?.y rental of $130. Suggested that
maybe the zer..ta7_ of this office be on a month to month basis because of the
prr.~nnt space nrob?.ems. Mr.. Mir_lce?.son tai?.1 determine i f L•his c n be on a
z^or..'_h to month b-asi_s. Platter n1_acecl rack on the agenda for 5:uesday, P4ay 1, 1973.
73-657 DEPARTMENT Or [•iATT'R P.ESOURCES PRESEB?TATTON OF TTiE RESULTS OF STUDY RECENTLY
CC2;~?LFTED OTi '_T`T-IF PARLIDIGE I.PIZiCATION D7$TP,TCT [dA9'ER SXST,L?+1: PARADISE IP.RIGATION
D3'S^•.'I~!_ TC FO?T,OT•T Ul?_ON TtI.E MnN7TOP._:L~iG Or 7?:Il_[~TATER ~Hiln
~~ ~ Dr. Fr,•rd?., Health Director, stated that ~ttct+.t n year and a half aga
the Board had approved the study of water en the Par<~dise r~a~ r shed. The
?J, 'yam ~~~ study Boas d.eve7_oped betz~een the Department of T+later. Pesources, Paradise Irrigation
Aistrict and I+~rr~a_n. Copies of the study presented to the Board members,
Representatives of the Department of Ulater Resources ~±resent and
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set out the results of the study, The Bepartment of Water Resources feels
that there is nothing polluting the water shed. They recommend proper monitoring
and control of the area, They recommend that Paradise Irrigation District
do the monitoring of the area,
Time spent discussing the report, It was stated that when the Soard
has had a chance to study the report more fully, they might ask these
representatives to come back to the Board and further discuss the report,
On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, authorization was granted for a letter to be sent to
the Paradise Irrigation District asking them if they will continue with the
monitoring of the Magalia water shed as recommended in the study and that
they respond to the Board regarding the results of the study,
73-558 DISCUSS REQUESTS TO PLACE MOBTLE HOMES ON PROPERTY: GRANT REQUEST OF
WARREN C, ALTON, PARADISE
The Board questioned Mr, Lawson about the request of John W, Hamby, Paradise,
concerning an appeal filed regarding the denial of the tentative parcel map
application for Marjorie Young, Mr, Lawson stated that the Board had denied
the map and there was nothing further that could be done at this time,
Mr, Lawson will notify Mx. Hamby of this situation,
Discussed the request of Mr. Warren C. Alton, Paradise to place a
mobile home on property at 6827 Sunset Way, Paradise, Mr, Lawson said the
Board would have to grant an exception to allow the utility hook-up permit.
The lot was created after Ordinance 577 was adopted, Request discussed,
On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, the request of_ Warren C. Alton, Paradise to place a mobile
home on property at 6827 Sunset Way, Paradise, was approved and an exception
to Ordinance 577 was granted.
STUDENTS OF THE CONTEMPORY CLASS AT LAS PLUMAS HIGHSCHOOL
RECESS: 10:20
RECONVENED: 10:35
73-654 FOOTHILL RESIDENTS LEAGUE, LYNN WIXOM, EXTEND INTERIM ZONING FROM "A-R"
AGRICULTURAL-RESIDENTIAL TO "S-2"_~SUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL), EAST OF OROVILLE
Jim Lawson, Planning Director, stated that the interim zoning ordinance
for the Foothill Residents League, Lynn Wixom, from "A-R' to "S-2", east of
Oroville expires the 28th of April. The residents axe working on permanent
zoning foi the area. The matter will be considered at the Commission's Thursday
night meeting. Mr. Lawson stated he would recommend that the Board extend the
interim zoning for an additional period to allow the Commission to come up with
a permanent solution for the area.
Extension of the interim zoning discussed, Hearing set for May 8th
at 1:30 p,m. {See action taken during public hearing time-interim zoning ordinance
adopted).
73-650 TENTATIVE PARCEL MAPS APPROVED
Mr, Lawson stated that there were negative E.T.R. filed on these
two tentative parcel maps and they are recommended for approval,
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On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and
unanimously carried, the following tentative parcel maps were approved,
subject to the conditions of the Planning Commission:
1. Larwin Developments, AP 57-54-40 & 51, two lots, south side
Echo Glen Court, off Gold Cone Drive, Paradise.
2, James R. Lewis, AP 47-18-31 & 32, two lots, on Sacramento River,
near 6th Street, near Chico, Engineer; Ellis Rolls and Assoc,
73-661 TTYSCUSSION OF INTERIM ZONING FOR AREAS THAT ARE BEING HEAVILY SUBDIVIDED,
CONTINUED FROM APRIL 3. 1973,
aim Lawson, Planning Director, explained the matter of interim zoning
for areas that are being heavily subdivided, continued from April 3, 1973.
He had maps for the Board members of the areas being considered, Ordinances
have been prepared that relate to these areas.
Supervisor Ladd said he felt that this is something that the Board
should consider and that a study be made before any action is taken on these
items.
Interim zoning discussed, It was suggested that maybe an interim zoning
should be placed on the whole county. Dan Blackstock, County Counsel,
explained the situation. He said he would not recommend that the Board try
interim zoning for the whole County. He said that maybe the Board should
approach this fromi~e area of control, through the subdivision ordinance itself,
Stxicter standards could be applied. It was agreed that more controls were
needed,
Size of the parcels discussed, Supervisor Gilman felt the areas
should be zoned in 160 acre parcels,
Findings for the interim zonings read and discussed,
It was moved by Supervisor Gilman and seconded by Supervisor Madigan
that the following ordinances be adopted and the Chairman authorized to sign,
said ordinances to be for a 130 day period of time, and parcels to be 1b0 acres;
Ordinance No. 1344- zoning a portion of County - Forest Ranch Area
1345- zoning a portion of County - Magalia-DeSabla Area)
13/6- zoning a portion of County - Meridian Road Area)
1347- zoning a portion of County - Lake Oroville Area
AYES: Supervisors Gilman, Madigan
NOES: Supervisors Cameron, Ladd and Chairman McKillop
Motion failed as interim zoning needs four votes.
It was moved by Supervisor Cameron and seconded by Supervisor Madigan
that the following ordinances be adopted for a 120 day period of time, placing
a 20 acre size parcel restriction within the ordinances and the Chairman authorized
to sign:
Ordinance No. 1344, 1345 1346 and 1347
AYES: Supervisors Cameron, Gilman and Madigan
NOES: Supervisor Ladd and Chairman McKillop MOTION FAILED
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73-662 APPEARANCE OF MRS. PEGGY WORCESTER: YANKEE HILL CEMETERY
Mrs. Peggy Worcester spoke regarding the Yankee Hill Cemetery.
t ~ She requested that the Board take positive action for the residents of-that
? area. She set out the background of this situation. A written summary of this
/~OA ~ request was filed by Mrs. Worcester.
Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, set out his recommendation. He
recommended that the Board request the Administrative Office to make a
review of all the cemeteries in the County.. Mr, Blackstock said that it was
a crime to interfere with a burial. Mr, Blackstock argues that a cemetery
is tax exempt. The Assessor states that someone should file a certificate
of exemption for the cemetery to be exempt from taxation. He said he is
going to make a recommendation that the County cancel all past penalties on these
cemeteries, He will work with the people in Yankee Hill and determine how
the matter should be handled, At present, they are not set up formally as a
district.
Mrs. Franklin Butler, Nimshew, said she was a trustee of the Nimshew
Cemetery District, She is very concerned about the future o£ Yankee Hill
Cemetery.
Mrs, William Slade, Paradise, President of Butte County Historical
Society, gave her support to the Yankee Hill Cemetery District,
Mr, William Talbitzer, Oroville, spoke concerning the situation at
the Yankee Hill Cemetery,
Matter left with County Counsel and Administrative Office to come
up with a solution. No action at this time,
73-663 APPEARANCE: MR. JAMES HANSEN, OROVTLT,E
_, - Mr, James Hansen, Oroville, stated that Legislature has sent to Congress
a communication stating that the State of California backs the Genesee
Treaty. He requested that the Board demand a retraction of this statement.
He set out other matters that he feels should be considered
73-664 APPEARANCE: MR, BILL ROBERTSON, OROVTLLE, REQUEST FOR ABANDONMENT OF ROAD
Mr. Bill Robertson, Oroville, set out a portion of a county road near
his place of business on the Oroville-Bangor Road, at its intersection with
Lower Wyandotte Road, He said he paid to have the elevation staked for his
store. Last year Public Works destroyed all elevation stakes. He set-out
his problem. He said he would like to ask for the abandonment of a small
stretch of road by his store,
Supervisor Ladd spoke to this matter. He said he had taken out the
request for abandonment to Mr, Robertson far his signature, He decided not
to sign the request. Clay Castleberry, Director of Public Works, said the Board
has already abandoned one portion of the road, as requested by Mr. Pratt.
He would recommend that the Board consider abandoning the portion requested
by Mr, Robinson,
Request discussed, Mr. Robinson was requested to sign the request for
the abandonment. Action to be taken when the proper papers are presented,
73-665 APPEARANCE OF MRS. FRIDENBURG: REQUEST FOR INTERIM ZONING OF THE N/E SECTION-
CHICO
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zoning of the northeast section of the Chico area, This area was discussed
last Fall when a sewage district in North Chico was being considered, The
residents would like to have the area zoned "S-2",
Request discussed, Mrs, Robert Bush stated that the people wanted
the interim zoning to protect themselves,
Supervisor Madigan said he would like to have the matter put over one
week. He said he would look at the area, Matter put over at this time,
73-666 APPEARANCE; ROBERT LEMPKE, PARADISE
Mr, Robert Lempke, Paradise, said he was representing the Committee
designated by the Board to look into County Service Area No, 13 about additional
street lights for that district. The committee would recommend 45 new lights,
They will refer the report and recommendation to Mr, Castleberry for discussion
during budget sessions,
RECESS: 12:10
RECONVENED: 1:30
73-667 PUBLIC HEARING: C, L. SCHWEIN-APPEAL OF DENIAL FORA VARIANCE REQUEST TO SET
BACK PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LINCOLN BLVD & A STREET OROVILLE
The public hearing on the C. L. Schwein appeal of denial for a
variance request to set back, to allow building to be located 32 feet from
centerline of A Street on property zoned "A-2" (general) located on the
southeast cornex of Lincoln Blvd, and A Street, identified as AP 35-073-01,.02,
03, 04, Oroville, was held as advertised. Chairman McKillop explained the situation,
This is an appeal under Ordinance 1019, Mr. Lawson explained the request and
how the matter should be handled.
Hearing opened to the public,
Appearing: C, L. Schwein, applicant, Mr, Schwein set out the justification
for his request, He feels that the 20' set back would be a waste of his land.
Neil McCabe, deputy county counsel, explained what was before the Board
at this time, If the Board Finds that there are special circumstances that
exist, Mr, Schwein can go back to the Planning Commission and reapply for the
variance,
Variance and action to be taken discussed, Mr, Schwein said he'
was not going back to the Planning Commission for another application, He
feels that the area should be rezoned, Chairman McKillop told Mr. Schwein
he should go back to the Planning Commission with his application. Mr, Schwein
said he had paid $20,000 for a license with the ABC Board. He feels that this
is a hardship case.
Appearing in opposition: no one.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board, Board discussed
how the problem could be handled, Supervisor Ladd set out how the building
could be placed and still have parking area, Mr, Schwein said fie did not like
this suggestion,
It was moved by Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, that the appeal o£ Mr, C, L. Schwein for a variance
be denied because the applicant did not show any new facts that had not been
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heard at the time of the Planning Commission hearings.
73-668 PUBLIC HEARING:LOUIS C. NOFREX: REZONE FROM "AR-MH" (AGRICULTURAL RESIDENTIAL-
MOBILE HOME) DISTRICT TO "C-1" (LTGHT COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED
WEST OF LINCOLN BLVD., EA5T OF CUSTER LANE. OROVILLE
The public hearing on the Louis C. Nofrey rezoning from "AR-MH"
(agricultural residential-mobile home) district to "C-1" (light commercial) district
for property located west of Lincoln Blvd,, east of Custer Lane, south of
Kusel Road, identified as a portion of AP 36-29-28, containing 15 acres more or
less, Oroville, was held as advertised, Jim Lawson, Planning Director, summarized
action of the Planning Commission in this matter, This is an item that was
recommended for approval by the Planning Commission. Mr, Lawson said that
the Board can not take action on this today because the applicant has not filed
his E,I.R, statement. Zoning discussed. It was felt that the Board needed
some zoning maps for the Board room.
Hearing opened to the, public.
Appearing: No one,
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board, The Board has
90 days in which to act on this matter: Mr, Lawson will write to the applicant
and request that he file the report as quickly as possible,
Hearing to be placed back on the agenda after the E.I,R. statement
has been filed.
73-669 PUBLIC HEARING: APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION'S APPROVAL-USE PERMIT, ROBERT
AND CHARLENE WILLIAMS FOR EXPANSION OF NON-CONFORMING USE PERMIT, LOCATED
ON SOUTH SIDE OF OLIVE HTGHWAX OROVILLE: ATHA'S BAIT & TACKLE SHOP
The public hearing on the appeal of Planning Commission's app meal of
Robert and Charlene Williams use permit for expansion of non-conforming use permit
on property zoned "A-R" (agriculture-residential), located on the south side
of Olive Highway, 1000 feet east of Canyon Drive, identified as AP 34-72-27,
Oroville, was held as advertised. Mr, Lawson summarized the actions of the Planning
Commission in this matter, This was approved by the Planning Commission on a
7-2 vote, Letters have been filed requesting that this be denied,
Hearing opened to the public, Appearing in favor; Mrs. Robert Williams,
She said she did not understand the letters that were filed in opposition. She
explained her request, She said she had purchased this property as commercial
property. Plans have been started for the expansion of the building.
Chairman McKillop asked how the Commission could grant an extension to
build onto a non-conforming use. Mr, Lawson stated that the zoning inspector
was trying to get affidavits on when this business was established,
No one else appeared in favor or opposition to the granting of the
use permit.
It has to be determined whether this is a legal use or an illegal use.
Chairman McKillop felt the hearing should be kept open until a determination is
made whether this is a legal use or not, He requested that County Counsel do
research on the matter of the statute of limitation of illegal uses of property.
Hearing continued to May 8th, 1973, at 1:30 p,m,
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73-670 PUBLIC HEARING: BUTTE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION INITIATED-REZONE FOR BUTTE
COMMUNITY COLLEGE AND SURROUNDING AREA
The public hearing on the Butte County Planning Commission initiated-rezone
for Butte Community College and surrounding area from "A-2" (general) and "S-H"
(scenic highway) to "A-160" (agricultural), "A-3" (agriculture), and "P-Q"
(public quasi-public) was held as advertised, Mr, Lawson summarized the actions
of the Planning Commission in this matter, This is the second attempt to
zone this property. At the last hearing, it was suggested that a committee
be appointed to study this area, The committee has arrived at a 3 zone
proposal, He explained the recommendation of the committee. Planning Commission
recommendation set out.
Hearing opened to the public,
Appearing in favor:
1, Mr. Bill Earl, Butte CommunityCollege,
2, Al Schlueter, President of Butte Community College
3, Ned Kirkham, college trustee
4, Mr. McKinsey, speaking for~the Lucky 7 Ranch,
Appearing in opposition:
1. Al Appleman of Oroville, member of the mining council, He
requested that the Board delete the use permit requirement for mining in the
A-160 zone. Mr. McKinsey, speaking for Mrs, Martin of the Lucky 7, said they
have no qualms about this deletion,
2, Mr. James Best, Oroville, who also opposed the use permit
requirement,
3. Mr. Emmett Rix, Paradise, He felt Chat in the "A-3" zoned areas
the parcels should be set at 22 acres, rather than 5 acres.
Mr, Earle spoke in rebuttal to the statements expressed in opposition,
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board, The hearing
will have to be continued due to the fact that a negative declaration (E.T.R.)
has been filed,
Hearing continued to May 22nd and left open so Planning Commission
could study the matter of the mining permit requirements,
RECESS: 3:25
RECONVENED: 3:35 ,
The above hearing was continued at this time and referred back to
the Planning Commission for their consideration at this Thursday night meeting
of the mining requirement, The matter will be returned to the Soard when the
E,I, R. has been filed,
No action at this time.
73-671 PUBLIC HEARING: APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION'S DENIAL-REQUEST FOR VARIANCE
TO SIBEYARD AND STREET SETBACK FOR PROPERTY ZONED "A-2" (GENERAL), LOCATED ON THE
NORTH SIDE OF JEFFERSON STREET IDENTIFIED AS AP 35-175-127 OROVILLE
The public hearing on the appeal of Planning Commission's denial of
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request £or variance to sideyard and street setback for property zoned "A-2"
(general), located on the north side of Jefferson Street, identified as AP 35-175-127,
Oroville, was held as advertised. Jim Lawson, Planning Director, summarized
the action of the Planning Commission in this matter, The Planning Commission
voted for denial of the variance,
Hearing opened to the public.
Appeaxing in favor;
1. Mx. McCartney, applicant. He set out his justifications for
the request, He built the car port and uses it to work on appliances,. He
lives in the adjoining house, It is in an A-2 district,
Appeaxing in opposition: No one,
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board, Supervisor Ladd
said that under the circumstances, he feels that this is a hardship case, He would
not have any objection to granting the variance, He felt the applicant could
build a fire wall out of wood, It was felt that the variance could be approved
with the conditions set out by the Planning Commission;
On motion of Chairman McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and
unanimously carried, the request for variance to sideyard and street setback
for property zoned "A-2" (general), located on the north side of Jefferson
Street, identified as AP 35-175-127, Oroville, was approved, subject to the
conditions of the Planning Commission, and subject to the requiring of a
building permit for the firewall.
73-672 PUBLIC HEARING: LAUREL HEDGE ESTATES: APPEAL OF CONDITIONS OE APPROVAL FOR
TEN LOTS ON WEST SIDE OF SHASTA AVENUE NEAR THE ESPLANADE, CHICO,_
The public hearing on the Laurel Hedge Estates, ten lots on west side of
Shasta Avenue near the Esplanade, Chico (Owner Albert Warner; Engineer-McCain Asso.)
on the appeal of the conditions, was held at this time, aim Lawson, Planning
Director, summarized the actions taken by the Planning Commission in this matter.
Hearing opened to the public.
Appearing: Everett McCain, Mr, McCain said the owner objects to
Conditions 1 & 2 of the Planning Commissions requirements. He explained
the request and their objections. He said that by eliminating the sidewalks,
they can leave in an extra row of trees,
No one appeared in opposition,
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board, Supervisor
Gilman said he would go along with the deletion of the set back requirement,
but he does not go along with the elimination of the sidewalks, Request discussed,
It was moved by Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and
unanimously carried that the tentative map of Laurel Hedge Estates be approved,
with the reducing of the set back requirement from 50' to 7+5', but that the
rest of the conditions of the Planning Corranission be enforced,
73-b73 PUBLIC HEARING: FOOTHILL RESIDENTS LEAGUE, EXTENSION OF INTERIM ZONING
FOR PROPERTY EAST OF OROVILLE (CANYON DRIVE, WARD BLVD.. ETC,)
The public hearing for the extension of the interim zoning for property
east of Oroville as requested by the Foothill:Re~idents League, was held as
advertised, Mr, Lawson set out thePagea 191olved, He indicated that 90 days
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would be sufficient for the extension in which to place permanent zoning on
the area,
Hearing opened to the public at this time.
Appearing: Mrs. Karen Hensley, Ward Blvd, She read a letter from Lynn
Wixom requesting the extension of the interim zoning for 90 days,
No one appeared in opposition,
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board, Extension
of the zoning discussed,
73-674 ADOPT ORDINANCE 1344, AN INTERIM ORDINANCE ZONING A PORTION OF THE
COUNTY AN "S-2" SUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL AREA FOOTHILL RESIDENTS LEAGUE
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and
unanimously carried, Ordinance 1344, an interim ordinance zoning a portion of
the County an "S-2" (suburban residential) for the Foothill Residents League,
extending the zoning for 90 days, was adopted and the Chairman was authorized
to sign,
73-675 APPROVAL OF DELEGATE AGENCY CONTRACTS-HEAD START PROGRAM
Bill Lawrence, assistant auditor, set out the matter of the contracts
,L~,.a v for Relegate Agency. He said the Board needed to make a determination of their
intent on conduct of CAP. He said there was a small problem relating to the
contracts,
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and
unanimously carried, the Board ratified Roy Garlit's signature to the 1973 contract.
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, the Board approved the amendment to agreement for delegation
~.Zg.,a ~ of activities under CAP Grant No. CG-7057, to the 1972-73 contract and the 1973-74
contract and authorized the Chairman to sign,
Time spent discussing the phaseout of the grant, Mr, Garlit said they
were in a position now to disperse money, A telegram was received yesterday
stating that Federal money would be received in the near future, Mr, Lawrence
asked if the Auditor should continue using County money until the funds are
received, Matter discussed,
Mr, Garlit explained the present operations of E,O,C, Most of the
staff has been terminated, They will need about $5,000 per month to phase
out the program, He said they were gathering the property of the program together
so that they can itemize it and make an inventory so the equipment can be
transferred at the end of the program. Discussed who would be responsible
when the rent runs out on the present warehouse,
Mr, Lawrence explained the grant terms. A plan is needed for the phase
out or the money may be withheld, Mr, Garlit stated that the plan is very
simple; they have already spelled out what needs to be done. They have to now
set out the costs that will be charged to the program, The O,E,O, will do
the final audit, It was felt that besides the $35,000 of County money already
used, the program would need an additional $10,000 to continue the phaseout of
the program. Mr, Lawrence felt the Board should not wait to June 30th to close
down; the Board should give them time to handle the matter properly,
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Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, explained the court order concerning
the phase out of Economic Opportunity Program. He said that O,E,O, has not sent
the Board anything to the contrary in regards to the phase out, The County has
a close out agreement with O,E,O, in which they will pay the County so much
money. He feels that the County should proceed with the idea that this is a
close out grant,
Mr. Garlit said he would like to have the Board take under consideration
a latter stating that for the 1971 year they had a question about the cost of non-
Federal share of costs, Mr, Harris suggested that a waiver of this amount be
made by the County,
Mr, Garlit said the EOC Board would like to use as much of the funds
to develope programs in order to stay in existence. He explained some of
their plans for the future, They would like to develope programs to keep them
going from the unobligated funds, It was felt the program should be closed
down the first of June so the Auditor could make the final report.
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and
unanimously carried, the Board authorized. the additional expenditures up to
$10,000 for EOC and for them to go ahead and file the plan, with the understanding
that the OEO operations will be shut down by June 1, 1973.
Mrs, Jane Rutherford spoke to the matter of the shut down by June 1,
Mr, Garlit read a prepared letter to Mr, Harris which is in the form
of an appeal and wavier of the $18,455 of disallowed non-Federal sharing costs.
Letter discussed,
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and
unanimously carried, the letter to Mr. Harris as set out above was approved
and the Chairman was authorized to sign.
Close down date discussed. Mr. Lawrence said they were just closing
down the present operations. He feels the Board should do nothing further at
this time, The County can continue at the present level. The plan for the
future programs should be developed by the E,O,C, Board and present the plan
to the Board.
Head Start Program discussed, Et was felt that a decision should be
made shortly in this matter, Supervisor Gilman feels that the proper agency
to handle the Head Start Program would be the ounty School Systems. Matter
discussed. The County has to have some indication that the contract can be
assigned, H,E,W, will be contacted in this matter, Discussed whether a letter
should be written in the matter requesting that H.E,W, make some move concerning
this matter, Mr. Mickelson will prepare a letter concerning the Head Start
Program operation and will include in the letter the question of whether the
program could be handled by the County School Systems,
73-676 AUTHORIZE RELEASE OF CANYON HIGHLANDS CURB AND GUTTER LIEN ON PARCEL
_013-15-2-049-0, OWNED BY RAYMOND G._& BETTY S. HOTTEL,
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, the Board authorized the release of Canyon Highlands curb
and gutter lien on Parcel 013-15-2-049-0, owned by Raymond G. and Betty S, Hottel.
73-677 APPROVE CONTRACT WITFI PLUMAS COUNTY FOR PRISONER_CARE
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performs services for the Shoriff. Medical and dental care will be billed to
Plumas County and Plumas will provide transportation of prisoners to and from Butte
County Jail. A cost analysis should be prepared by the Auditor. Agreement
discussed,
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, the contract with Plumas County for care of prisoners by
Butte County .was approved and the Chairman was authorized to sign, subject
to the Auditor doing a cost analysis of the agreement. ,
73-678 APPROVE BILLING AND AFFIDAVIT FOR PAYMENT FOR GOLDEN FEATHER FAIR ANA
EXPENDITURE FOR BUTTE COUNTY FIST-l AtvTD GAME COMMISSION AUTHORIZED
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, the following action was taken:
1, Approved affidavit for payment L-o Chastain & Oswalt on the concrete
wall project at the Fair Grounds in the amount of $5,863.31, as requested by
the Golden Feather Fair Board,
2. Approved billing and affidavit for payment~to Gridley Herald in the
amount of $107.50 for bid advertisement for the improved flower building project
at the Fair Ground, as requested by the Golden Feather Fair Board.
3. Authorized expendi::ure of $500 for bass and catfish for Wyandotte
Reservoir as requested by the Butte County Fish and Game Commission, from money
budgeted for repair of Highlake Dams,
73-679 ITEMS HELD OVER ONE [,TEEIr
The following items were held over one week:
1. Completion of third courtroom at Superior Court building.
2, Juvenile Hall construction program,
3, Mileage payment to Charter Study Committee
73-680 BUDGET TRANSFERS APPROVED
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, the following budget transfers were approved;
B-98 fii~,~ Cor.sta_ble. Transfers ;:i4S froaz reserve for'contingenci.es to office
expense ($75) and transport~:ti,on and travel {$?.70). The transportation and travel
shortage was due to. the Biggs Court activity being held in Gridley.
Board of Supervisors. Transfers $1,500 from reserve for contini±,enci.es to
publications and legal notices. This is the second time that funds have been
transferred to this account. The shortage is a direct result of the need to publish
notices for increasing numbers of public hearings.
B-10G Public Works - Yards and Stores. Transfers $4,200 from within the
Public Works Department to Yards and Stores - Utilities. This covers a shorts€e
in gas and electric account due to increased activity and price increases for €r.s
arni electricity,
R-107 Clerk - Eiectior.s. Transfers $11,150 from reserve for cnntin~encies to
Elections office expense, publications, extra help and overtime. Deficiencies
resulted due to more elections being scheduled than anticipated, Diost of the
unanticipated costs will be reimbursed from special and school districts.
Auditor - Controller. Transfers $100 from Recorder's trust fund to general
fund to reflect a reduction in the Pecorder's petty cash change account from $150
doHm to $50.
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B-I10 Auditor - Controller. Transfers $1,694 from contributions to other
agencies to reserve for contingencies. This action cancels out the account set up
for an anticipated loan to the First Methodist Church for Head Start operations.
Federal funding came through negating the need for the loan.
8-111 Administration, Transfers $528.73 from maintenance of equipment to
extra help, transportation and overtime. Deficits developed due to increasing
workload activity in the office.
B-112 Chico Municipal_ Court. Transfers $2,500 from reserve far contingencies
to professional and special services to cover unanticipated costs for court -v
reporters and appointed attorneys.
B-113 Paradise JusCice Court. $890 is transferred from the pro€essional and
specialized services account with $590 going to equipment and $300 to office expense
all within the Paradise Court budget. The fixed asset amount is to purchase desk,
Chair and typewriter for new cler'c xecently authorized by the Board. The amount in
office expense is to cover present deficit of $25 and provide for ttie balance of
the year.
B-114 District A_ttnrnev. $300 is transferred from the travel account to jury
and witness expense in the t).A.'s budget to cover $35 deficit and for the balance
of the year. District Attorney states that original budget appropriation was insufficient
to cover his needs.
B-115 Sherit-f. This transfers $1,065 fro;n equipment account to maintenance -
structures, improvements and g,rcunds account in the Sheriff's budget. Unanticipated
purchase of 4G special security ceiling light fixtures for jail cells is the reason
for the transfer and savings on equipment purchases is available to cover.
B-1.16 Doi Control. $500 is transferred from office expense to equipment
maintenance and is needed because of increased patrol mileage for dog control
vehicles.
B-117 Court reporters. $3,500 is transferred from the reserve to professional
and special services in the Court ..°.e porters' budget. The Superior Court Judges
state that the increase is due to the .volume of narcotic arrests necessitating use
of additional assigned reporters. This amount would cover present deficiency of .
$G85 and for the balance of the fiscal year.
A-118 Local A enc_ Formation C°mm___:_issi°n• $125 is transferred from publications
and legal notices to office expense within the LArC budget. `k'tiling and duplicating
charges have been higher than anticipated in this account.
B-11R Chico ;iarshal, $100 is transferred from equipment maintenance to office
expense to cover present deficit of $GO and provide for the balance of the ;`tar.
B-i21 CSA ~~31 - Biggs Swittuning Pool. This transfers $600 from Reserve for
contingencies to Services and Supplies.
Supervisor Madigan requested a report on the Election Budget. He would
like to know what special elections have been held.
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73-681 ADOPT RESPONSES TO GRAND JURY RECOMMENDATTONS
Responses to Grand Jury recommendations discussed.
~-~0• D ~ do motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor T.add and
unanimously carried, responses to the Grand Jury recommendations were adopted and
on the other items the Board has either considered or commented on them publicly,
and the Administrative Officer was directed to forward said responses to the Grand Jury,
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73-682 APPROVE APPOINTMENT TO BUTTE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and
unanimously carried, Wilbur Moore was re-appointed a member of the Butte County
Planning Commission fora term of four years.
73-683 APPROVE THE REAPPOINTMENT OF COMMISSIONER V. K, JOHNSEN TO BUTTE COUNTY
HOUSING AUTHORITY
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, the reappointment of Commissioner V, K, Johnsen to Butte County
Housing Authority was reconfirmed,
73-684 ACCEPT SETTLEMENT OF LOT SPLITTING CASE ON WARD BOULEVARD EAST OF OROVILLE
The Ward Boulevard lot splitting case discussed, Letter from Mr. Schroeder
set out and discussed. The settlement proposes to put all the lots back into one
parcel, except the parcel of Mr, Fields, Matter discussed,
It was moved by Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and
carried, that the settlement of the Ward Boulevard lot splitting case (Mr. Dill)
was accepted, putting all the parcels back into one parcel, with the exception of
the parcel of Mr. Fields, County Counsel was instructed to do_the necessary work
to affect this settlement, and that the Desist and Refrain Order be removed, and
that the County Counsel report back to the Board when this has been accomplished,
AYES: Supervisors Cameron, Ladd and Chairman McKillop
NOES: Supervisors Gilman and Madigan,
73-685 CHARTER INITIATIVE PROPOSALS-COUNTY HOSPITAL-ELECTION_SET FOR JULY 10th
Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, explained the Charter initiative proposals
for the County Hospital. He said a special election will have to be held, He
set out the timing in the matter. The Charter provisions must be published 5 times.
He explained the time sequence and how it will affect the Board. The Board could
hold off on ftae adoption of the resolution and advise them in Sacramento that the
matter has been worked out and that action will be taken next week, Chairman
McKillop said he had met yesterday with Mr. Milton Elkhovse, He was interested
in looking into a configuration for the long range plan for the hospital, A lease back
agreement was suggested. Building and lease back operation discussed,
Date for the special election, Mr, Blackstock said he hopes that delaying
this election date is not going to trigger the State into going ahead with the
de-accreditation of the hospital. A letter of intent could be sent to the State that the
election date has been set for July 10th,
Bsllot proposals discussed. It was stated that the ballot proposal
would include a $5,000,000 bond issue, The override tax measure was set at ,30
per $100 valuation, It was felt the ballot measure should have a clear-cut "Yes"
or "No" manner of voting.
Mr. Blackstock said he would write the measures as requested by the
Board. The Board agreed to the 4 ballot proposals set out by Mr. Blackstock.
Supervisor Gilman said he would like a week to study this matter, He feels that
all the Board members have some reservations concerning this situation, Chairman
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McKillop requested that the Board act next week on the Resolutions setting this
special election. A letter of intent will be sent to the State of the Board's
feelings.
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and
unanimously carried, County Counsel was requested to write a letter to the Health
Care Services notifying them of the Boards intent to hold a special election on
July 10th concerning the County Hospital.
73-686 AbOPT ORDINANCE 1345 AMENDING SALARY ORDINANCE=HOSPITAL PHYSICIANS
Chairman McKillop stated that at the hospital meeting yesterday, the
matter of in-house care by the physicians was discussed, The Emergency Room will
be closed, Payment to the physicians set out and discussed. The Personnel Director
will prepare the ordinance setting out the matter of the additional payment for
the physicians, The doctors are on the over-time exempt list and they should be
removed from the list, Payment discussed,
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, Ordinance No, 1345 amending the salary ordinance was adopted,
the Chairman was authorized to sign and County Counsel was authorized to negotiate
with the medical director concerning his contract and it was further authorized that
the physicians at the hospital be removed from the over-time exempt list.
73-687 ANNOUNCEMENT: GRANTSMANSHIP MEETING TO SE HELD ON MAY 3rd
Supervisor Cameron announced that there would be a grantsmanship meeting
held at Burtons Mesa on May 3rd, He feels that the County should send someone
to this meeting, The cost of attending said meeting would be $30.00. The Administrative
Officer was requested to check and determine if Bob Nicholson or some other staff
person could attend said meeting. Action to be taken next week,
RECESS: The Board recessed at 6:15 to go into an executive session.
RECONVENED: The Board reconvened at 6;35 following an executive session.
ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further before the Board at this time, the meeting
was adjourned at 6:35 p.m. to reconvene on Tuesday, May 1, 1973 at 9:00 a.m.
ATTEST: CLARK A, NELSON, COUNTY CLERK
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By:~
Board of Sup visors Clerk'
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