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April 26, 1977
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The Board of Supervisors met aC 9:00 a.m, pursuant to adjournment.
Present: Supervisors Lemke, Madigan, Moseley, Winston and Chairman Richter.
C1if Nickelson, Administrative Officer; Dan BlacksCock, Covnty Counsel, and
Clark A, Nelson, Covnty Clerk, by Margie Catt, Clerk of the Board.
Pledge of allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America
Invocation by Supervisor Lemke
77-783 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion o£ Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and unanimously carried, the minutes of April 19, 1977 were approved as
mailed, with the correction to spelling of name on page 131, ICem 77-774,
third paragraph. to state associate Ms. Marcia Basque.
77-784 COMMUNICATIONS
Chico Library Commission. The Commission writes concerning the acquisition
of property for the proposed City of Chico Library. Hold over until
3 ~~ O Q discussion later in meeting.
City of Chico. The City requests nominations for persons to serve on the
City's Citizens Advisory Committee for the General Plan. Discussed;
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Paul A, Ferraiuolo, Chico. Mr. Ferraiuolo submits his resignatiaa as the
Pharmaceutical member to the Emergency Medical Services Committee.
39D , O (~ Administrative Officer to post this vacancy on Committee.
7 League ofWomen Voters. The League writes concerning variances which have
been granted. Information; no action taken.
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John Schroder and Duane Palm, Oroville. Mr. Schroder and Mr. Palm write
concerning the appeal Chat has been filed with regard to the negative
declaration concerning their parcel map. To be discussed at
~~3. Q.5 time of hearing.
Greater Chico Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber writes regarding utilization
of the City of Chico's new corporation yard. Referred to Public Works
Director; he will answer and make inquiries concerning costs.
~~ ~' ~ ~ William R, Kermen, Forest Ranch. Mr. Kermen forwards petitions containing
numerous signatures requesting that funds be provided for the
purchase of a four-wheel drive type vehicle to be used for patroling
~O0 ~ ~ l the Butte Meadows and Jonesville areas. Referred to Sheriff.
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State Office of Planning and Research. The State sends noCification that
the Housing and Urban Development 701 grant preapplication has been
approved. Information.
Charles C. Rust. Petition for variance Co provisions of Sections 19-10
and/or 19-12 for placement of a mobile home on property east of
Lone Tree Road. Set for hearing on May 10, 1977 at 10:00 am.
C. W, Bachman. Appeals denial of the A & B Masonry Parcel map. Set for
hearing on May 17, 1977 at 9:30 a. m.
Sohn Maran. Appeal the decision of Stephen A. StreeCer that an environmental
impact report on the proposed Adult Mobile Home Park he required,
Set for hearing on May 24, 1977 at 10:00 a. m.
County Supervisors Association of California by Richard E. Watson, Executive
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Director. This letter is in response to the allegations made by
the County Auditor stating that CSAC had 8 statewide uniform data
processing system committee. Mr. Watson reports that CSAC does
not have such a committee. Supervisor Madigan reported on other
statements contained within Mr. Lawrence's memo. Supervisor Madigan
felt that at least the Auditor could be truthful in his memos to the
Board. Chairman Richter stated he would like to have Mr. Lawrence
appear before the Board so this matter could be discussed.
Butte Property Aasoclation letter. Supervisor Moseley commented on this
letter, stating she agreed with their statements. The letter
~/ ~. O O will be filed with the committee. Clerk does not have a copy
of the letter.
77-785 APPROVE APPOINTMENTS TO CHICO CITIZENS_ADVISO1tY COMMITTEE ON GENERAL PLAN
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Winston and
unanimously carried, Ron Wheeler and Dennis Derkin were appointed members
to serve on the City of Chico's Citizens Advisory Committee on the General
Plan.
77-786 RECOMMEND DENTAL OF REORGANIZATION_OF..VETERAN'5 SERVICE OFFICE
The Administrative Office recommends that the Veteran's Service
Office be consolidated with the Welfare Department; that the name of the
new department be Social Services Agency; and that budgeting and accounting
for the new Veteran's Service Division remain identifiable. Recommendation
discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Winston, aecaaded by Supervisor Moseley
and unanimously carried, recommendation for reorganization of Veteran's
Service Office was denied.
77-787 WAIVE SECOND READING OF SALARY ORDINANCE AMENDMENT; ADOPT ORDINANCE 1820_
This ordinance provides for a change in the county investigator
classification series to permit flexibility at the entry level positions.
The ordinance also reclassifies several other positions.
Supervisor Lemke stated that a meeting was held last Thursday
afternoon w$ h the Sheriff, Under-sheriff, Mr. Rackerby, Mr. Mickelson
and himself. There are no questions about the ordinance as proposed as
being a good deal for the opexation of the Sheriff's Department. The
Under-sheriff, Dick Stenberg, was going to take the matter of the employees
already in the department wader advisement and deal with the people involved.
No opposition has been expressed to this ordinance.
On motion o~upervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Winston and
unanimously carried, second reading of the salary ordinance amendment
was waived, Ordinance 18'?0 adopted and the Chairman authorized to sign.
77-788 TRAVEL RE(~UE_ST APPROVED: JIM TERHUNH IiEALTH DEPT
The Health Director requests authorization for Jim Terhune, a
member of the Citizens Advisory Committee on Drug Abuse to attend the
National Drug Abuse Conference to be held May 5-9, 1977 in San Francisco,
at an estimated cost of $296.
On motion of Supervisor Winston; seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, travel request for Jim Terhune to attend the
National Drug Abuse Conference, San Francisco, May 5-9, 1977 at an estimated
cost of $296 was approved.
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77-789 ,APPROVE MICROFILMING PROJECT
In order to implement the microfilming project approved by
the Board utilising CETA personnel several equipment items are aeceseery,
ineludiag: rental of planetary camera, $598; purchase of microfilm, $800;
film proceasiag, $350; and office expense, $100. Ciif Nickelson, ,Administrative
Officer, explained the project. Supervisor Winston felt it was dangerous
Lo continuing approving transfers from the Reserve for contingency.
Program discussed. •
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by SuoervieorMadigan and
unanimously carried, microfilming project expenditures .approved and the
board directed that budget transfer be prepared in the amount of $1,848, with
funding to come from the reserve.
77-790 APPROVE PURCHASE OF DESK FOR LIBRARY
The Librarian requests the purchase of a metal desk at an
estimated cost of $275, as savings are available by foregoing the purchase
of bulletin boards that are contained in the budget.
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and unanimously carried, purchase of desk for library approved at ea estimated
cost of $275.•
77-791 AUTHORIZE PURGHA3E OF MICROFICHE READER
The State of California is converting index books of birth and
death information to microfilm and will furnish these to Butte County on request.
Request discussed.
On motion o€ Supervisor Lemke, seceaded by Supervisor Madigan and
serried, Retarder was authorized to request statewide birth/death microfiche
records and authorized purchase of a microfilm reader at an estimated cost
of $250 with funding to come Exam the reservo. BYES: 5upervisora Lemke,
Madigan, Moseley and Chafm:an Richter NOES: Supervisor Winston
77-792 DISCUSSION: SEWERAGE STOPPAGES IN EMERGENCY CONTROL CENTER OF JAIL
In order to correct continuing sewage backup in the emergency
control center of the jail it is requested that funds be provided to install
a manhole and electric pumps at an estimated coat of $15,000,
Chairman Richter stated he would tike to have more information
on this item. Clay Castleberry, Director of Public Works, explained the
proposal. There are many times that it is pingged all the way down the
system. They do not have a set of plans at this time to go to bid.
Mr. Castleberry said he would like to bring a proposal back to the Board
on this problem.
No action at this time; Mr. Castleberry will bring back a
proposal.
77-793 ADOPT RESOLIITION 77-67 HOUSING 8 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TO INITLATE
VACATING OF UNITS: AWARD FINAL APPROVAL FOR REAABIT,ITATION ASSISTANCE: LOAN
AND APPROVED AMENDED HOUSING & COMMONITY DEVELOPMENT CONTRACT
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and cerzied, the following action was takes:
1. Adopted Resolution 77-67 to initiate notion to vacate dwelling
units at 2311 D Street, Oroviile,t~ousing and Community Development, was
adapted and the Chairman authorised to sign.
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2. Awarded final approval for rehabilitation assistance For
terms as submitted, for property located at 3663 Fallbrook Street, Oroville.
3. Approved Housing and Community Development amended contracC
and authorized Chairman to sign,
AYES: Supervisors Lemke, Madigan. Moseley and Chairman Richter
ABSTAINING: Supervisor Winston
77-794 DISCUSSION: LEGAL COUNSEL SERVICES: RE ST FOR CHARGING OF FEES
Recent changes in the law provide for the charging of County
Counsel's services provided to schools and other special districts.
Charging of fees discussed. Dan Blackatock, County Counsel, explained
how the charges would be made.
Clif Nickelson, Administrative Officer, said a letter could be
sent out to all the districts involved. The Board could obtain in-put
prior to taking action. Board requested that Mr. Nickelson made a
circular type letter to all districts involved and will place the matter
back on the agenda after he has received in-put from the districts.
77-795 PUBLIC HEARING: FRANCIS Y. CALI,A[iAN-APPEAL OF BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT'S
DENIM, OF A VARIANCE TO ALLOW A FENCE 20 FT. FROM CENTERLINE OF WEST 12th
AVEN.. CHICO
The public hearing oa the Francis B. Callahan appeal of Board of Zoning
Ad~uatment's denial of a variance to allow a fence 20 ft. from the centerline
of West 12th Ave. on property Soaed S-R (suburban-resideatiel) located on
the north side of West 12th Ave., approximately 100 feet east of Fern Ave.,
identified as AP 43-Oi-49, Chico, was held at this time. Bettye Blair,
Planning Department, set out the background of the appeal.
Publie Works recommended denial of the fence. It is an existing
fence on the right-of-way.
Hearing opened to the public. Appearing: No one.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board.
Mrs. Blair stated that this was a categorical exemption under Class 5.
Supervisor Lemke stated he was amazed that Mr. Callahan was absent at
this hearing and asked if he had been notified. Mr. Callahan had been
notified by mail of the hearing.
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Winston
aad unanimously carried, the appeal of Francis R, Callahan of Board of Zoning
Ad~ustment~s denial of a variance to allow a fence 20 ft. from the centerline
of West 12th Ave., Chico was denied.
77-79b PUBLIC HEARING: DUANE PALM-APPHAL OF NEGATIVE DECLARATION BY FRIENDS OF
BUTTE COUNTY ON PARCEL MAP, AP 71-08-26, 12 lots, EAST SIDE OF ORO-QOINCY
HIGHWAY $ETWEEN CANYON CREEK AND MIDDLE FORK FEATHER RIVER
Public hearing on the Duane Palm - appeal of negative declaration
by Priends of Butte County on parcel map, AP 71-08-26, 12 Iota, east side of
Oro-Quincy Highway, between Canyon Creek and Middle Fork Feather River was
held at this time, Del Siemsen, deputy county counsel, stated that with
the adoption of the amended,.~idelines, the guide lines does away with appeals
to this Board. This matter should be referred back to the Advisory Agency
for their review. A negative declaration has been put together.
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Earl Nelson, E.I.R. Director, explained the procedures that should
be followed, The next meeting of the Advisory Agency is~next Monday. They will
take this matter up at that time, The appeal should be on the balls of the
map.
C1ay.Castla~arry, Director of Fublic Works, explained the matter
of the access; it does not meet the minimum approved access. He will work
with the Advisory Agency regarding the access. Bi1i Geddis explained the
history of the road.
Suggested that it be placed on the map that ao further divisions
be allowed unless the access is changed.
Heariag closed at this time, Appeal referred back to the
Advisory Agency for their findings under the new guidelines.
RECESS: 9:58
RECONVENED: 10:02
77-797 PUBLIC HEARING: JOHN A. SHELTON-REZONE FROM A-2 (GENERAL) TO R-3
(MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF SHASTA
AVENUE APPRO%IMATELY 360 ft. EAST OF ESPLANADE IDENTIFIED A3 AP 4k-053.02 CHICO
The public hearing oa the John A. Shelton-rezone £rom A-2 (general)
to R-3 (medium density residential) property located on the north aide of Shasta
Avenue, approximately 3b0 ft. east of Esplanade, identified as AP 44-053-02,
Chico was held as continued from April 12, 1977. Mr, Nelson stated that the
Board would need to certify that the final environmental impact report has
been completed in compliance with theCalifornia Environmental Quality Act.
They should find that the project does not have a significant affect oa the
environment.
Heariag. opened to the public. Appearing: .no one.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board. The Board
at this time ehauid accept the E.I.R. report.
It was moved by Supervisor Winston that the Board has reviewed the
contents of the draft environmental impact report, the comments received
thereon, and the responses to those comments, that the Board certify that
the final emrironmental impact report has been completed in compliance
with the'~Ealifornia Environmental Quality Act, the State EIR Guidelines
and the Butte County Environmental Review Guidelines. Motion seconded by
Supervisor Lemke and unanimously carried.
Chairman Richter suggested that the discnasiom and hearing oa the
project be continued for 45 to 60 days. He does not feel the Board can
consider the project at this time because it is is conflict with the
General Plan.
Jim Lawson, Planning Director, set out the staff report on the
elements. He wanted to know at this time whether the Land Use Map was the
over-ruling faetar in these matters, Suggested that County Counsel draft
a letter to the Attorney General about the Land use map. Nothing in the
Government Code states that the Land use map should be the predominate
factor. Mr. Lawson feels that the General Plan method is virtually worthless.
Chairman Richter asked for Mr. Lawson~a suggestion for changes -
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to the General Plan, What can the County do to make the document more
workable. Felt the County should concentrate on the land use map. Mr.
Lawson set wt his views on how the General Plan could be revised.
Chairman Richter said he would like to nee the Board authorize Mr. Lawson
to bring in a proposal to upgrade Che General Plan. Supervisor Lemke
said he would like to see it done in-house rather thga spending money
for consultants. People from the county should help with this upgrading
of the General Plan.
Supervisor Winston said he thinks that the main thing needed in this
County is a General Plan that is understandable.
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, hearing on the Joha A. Shelton rezone vas
continued to July 12, 1977 at 9:45 a.m.
General Pian discussed. The Legislature that had provided the
money for the plan said the plan should be utilized. Mr. Nelson felt that
an E.i.R, should be done of the entire county so the County would have the
facts; there should be specific guidelines. He set out his views
concerning the General Plan.
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
sad uaanimousl; carried, Jim Lawson, Planning Director, was authorized to
testify at the Local Government Cou~ittee meeting, along the lines he
has expressed this morning.
It was monad by Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and unanimously carried that Mr. Lawson bring back recommendations for
modifications to the open space element of the General Plan.
77-798 PUBLIC HEARING: CHAPMANTOWN DEMONSTRATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM NEGATIVE
DECLARATION.
Public hearing on the Chapmantown demonstration improvement
program negative declaration held at this time. Earl Nelson, E.I.R. Director,
passed cut report on this. He stated the study of the project was made
by Larry Brooke.
Hearing opened to the public on the negative declaration.
Appearing: no one.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to theBoatd.
Check list reviewed by Board. Mr, Nelson said two things were needed.
Adopt the initial study ae presented.
IC was moved 6y Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, negative declaration of Chapmantown demonstration
improvement program was accepted, with the finding that the project will
have no significant effecC oa the community; checklist adopted as presented,
with the finding that there will be ao adverse affect regarding the project.
77-799 PUBLIC HEARING: NELDA HAN5EN-APPEAL OF ADVISORY AGENCY'S DECISION ON
PARCEL MAP, POUR LOTS, AP 41-01-79 ~ 80; EAST OP HIGgWAY 70, ADJACENT TO
YANKEE HILL ROAD
The public hearing on the Nelda Hansen appeal of Advisory Agency's
decision on parcel map, four lots, AP 41-01-79 & 80, east of Highway 70,
adjacent to Yankee Hill Road was held at this time. This heating would be
dealing with the negative declaration oa the map.
Hearing opened to thepublic on the negative declaration.
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Appearing: no one.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board.
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, the negative declaration was accepted, with
the finding that there will be no adverse impact on the environment due to
this project,
Clay Castleberry, Director of Public Works, stated thaC this
map consists of four parcels. He said he would have to defer to the
Planning Bepartment and Advisorp Agenep statement that it was not in
compliance with the General Plan.
Bettye Blair, Planning DeparCmenC, explained Che Planning Director's
report as it relates to the project. It is designated se permanent
open space area.
Action to be takes discussed.
On motion of5upervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, the map as presented was found to be in conformity
with the General Plan, appeal by Nelda Hansen of Advisory Agency's decision an
parcel map approved, on the conditions set out•bp the Appeasafo~~`aw~:and
.••••_• _aub~ect to_ all other conditions placed on the parcel.map~
royal of the terstative parcel map. Th0
q'he Subd3C ~aissio~ook ao8aetivn.edIt apProve3, tkce tollawi•~3 eanditions e,re'
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1. Proof of water or place the statement on the map as required by the
Ordinance .
2. Verify lefal Parcel.
3, Provide traversable access, and obtain an encroachment permit to
Yankee 21111 Road. 0'v ~Re~ ~i1~E °~
q, Reed to the County of Butte ~ ft. right-of-way the centerline
of Yankee Hill Road, through subject p rope rty.
Indicate a 50 ft. building setback from the centerline of Yankee
5• and proposed easements.
2;111 Road and existing
6; Show all easements of record on the fin al map.
~, Provide a road maintenance agrEement. ordinance.
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ADD aF to be reviewed and approved by the
g, Road names and house nwnbeorito recordation of final map.
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A p;egative Declaration Regarding bnvironmental Impact was filed wzothe5tno
County Clerk on, August 3, 1976, finding this parthcthis pro~ect creates
significant adverse environmental effects salt aug
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The timber mountain classification fs intended for those .areas which
have value as timber producing areas, watorshed areas, scenic areas,
recreational areas and areas which by their character and particular
topography require special treatment send protection to mitigate po-
tential damage. Residential development in these areas should he
confined to areas where the topography of the land will allow a minimum
amount of damage by way of erosion, siltation, surface and ground water
pollution or the destruction of scenic anc~ historical areas. Density
s?~ould be considered on the basis of these factors and weighed against
alternate use of •the areas for timber production, recreation and water-
shed protection.
77-800 HID~OPENIN6-EMT?LOYEE HEALTH INSURANCE PIAN
Opening of bide Por the. employee health insurance plan wan
turned war to Tom Struthers, Purchasing Agent, for opening is the conference
room, with a report on said bids to be given later is the meeting,
77-801 APPEARANCE: RALPx IfAC CALLt4t. CHICO I~~TOOD AND HAltBE0U8 6lTPPLY
Mr. Mac Callum stated that he would like to put mini-aGorage
unite on his property. This property hoe been interim zoned to S-R
because of the airport study. There are commercial uses on Lassen
Avenue at the present time.
Mr. Mac Callum was told that the matter would be considered
later in the meeting.
77-802 APPEARANCE: DAN HEGENBART. PARADISE
Mr, Hegenbart stated that he has a mini-storage in Paradise.
Mr. Hegenbart stated that he would like to put in the paving from the
curbs to the roadway when ea assessment district is farmed, When the
Skway is widened then hie work will be torn out. There will be a
change is grade.
Mr, Castleberry, Public Works Director, stated that there ere
no plans to widen the Skyway for at least three to five years ae there
is no money for construction, Some of the section that Mr. Hegenbart
puts in could be salvaged. Mr. Castleberry will work with Mr. Hegenbart
on this matter.
77-$03 ~.PPFARANCE: TOM HEGENBART, CLARK ROAD
Mr. Hegenbart stated that there is still a problem with the
dunk yard that Mr. Holcomb is running on Clark Road.
Jim Lawson Planning Director, stated that as part of Mr. Halcomb~s
probation he was to Clean FP the area, Instead of this he ras hauling the
cars to Concave, ~.
trailers that are eoagtheapropertygt fibers are peopletlivingon this property.
It was moved by Supervisor Winston, seconded by Stipervisar Lemke
that County Counsel take any action necessary to clean this area up and
use any personnel necessary to get the X06 done.
No vote taken on the notion.
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77-804 ~IPPEABAt~TCE: AL, BORGES
TIr. Borges stated that there is a rental on the Esplanade that
cannot be rented for a diet food store beoause it is under an interim zoning,
Nr, Borges stated that the lessee would explain the situation to the Board.
77-805 APPEARANCE: _ GHERYL STONECIPHER,
Ms. Stonecipher stated that she had obtained all of the permits
necessary to open a diet food store. She was told that the permit was
lassoed by mistake due to an interim zoning on the property. She was
ready to open the store for business.
Chairman Richter stated that the County had made an error sad
that Ms. Stonecipher was having to pay for it. Something should be done
to help her. All of the property along the Esplanade should be taken
out of the S-R zoning and placed in coaQaercial zoning ae this is the
existing use of the property.
77-806 ADOPT ORDINANCE 1821: EMERGENCY ORDINANCE ZONING 'PORTION OF THE
0 Y COI~iERCTAL M[TD ER ORTHWEST 300 FEET FRONTING ON THE ESPLANADE CHICO.
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, the property fronting 300 feet on~Eapianade, Chico
was deleted from the Mud Creek, northwest interim zoning and rezoned to
commercial with the findings that this ordinance is passed to.g.rotect the
health, safety and welfare of the community and to correct as error in the
past iinshich the Board had not intended this property to be interim zoned
SR.
77-807 APPEARANCES MR. MANTZ
Mr. Maatz stated that he•was concerned with the Holcomb property
on Clark Road. There is a ditch that has been dug on an easement. This
is a very dangerous situation. It is 18 to 22 inches deep.
14r. Manta vas informed that this was a private property hatter
:nd that the County does :not have control war the•work on an easement.
77-808 APPEARANCE: MR, DAN AAYES CHICO .
Mr. Dan Hayes, Chico, stated he has some land under rezone in Chico.
He is trying to divide this property and sell the parcels. He has another
parcel he has been trying to divide, also. He wanted to know haw long it
takes to process matters through the County departments.
Chairman Richter stated he had talked to Mr. Hayes yesterday,
It was the ban Hayes property rezone around the air port in Chico that
caused them this delay. Chairman Richter stated he has received many
calls from people concerning the length of Cime Co get a project through
the E.I.R. Department. He said he would appreciate 1t if Mr. Hayes
would go with him to Public Works and to the E.I.R, Department sad discuss
this matter with Chem, Chairman Richter and Mr. Hayes will go aver to
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77-849 APPEARANCES MRS, MAXINE MC Cf3.I,I,QTGH,• C14T~0: DISCUSSION OF POSSIBLE
Mrs. Maxine McCullough, Chico, reported on a meeting held last n1g1
in Chica about sits for Chico-butte County library building. Nr. Nickelson
told her that the County was talking about one Bite as a possiMlity. This
Bite ie off Vallombrosie.
Chairman Richter and Supervisor Madigan met with the people that
awn the property. The property has been offered~at $2.10 per square foot and 1
is the most preferable site at t~g$et#~~ Chairman Richter felt the Board
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should authorize negotiations for the purchase of the site.
Mr, Nickelson set out a diagram of the site in Chico. The
property is in two parcels. One of the parcels hoe 55,000 square feet
and the other has 25.000 square feet. They are planning to build a road
through that will serve the whole area, The corner portion o£ the property,
not included in the area offered to the County, will house s restaurant.
There could be a mutual agreement for cross-parking with the restaurant.
Notice.:of intent to purchase the property will have to be advertised.
Time spent discuesiag the possible purchase of the property,
A committee should be appointed to consult with the library people.
The Board stated that the County would not be providing aayoae with;
any parking; the parking area that the County would be buying would be for
County parking purposes.
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, Resolution 77-68, notice of intention to purchase
property for the Chico library site, as described in memo dated April 20,
1977, captaining 87,000 square feet, at a purchase price of $183,533.70,
Chairman was authorized to sign, and it was the desire of this Board that a
committee be immediatelq formed to inveseigate the various aspects of the
project and to report back to the Board at the time of the hearing on
May 17, 1977 at 10;30 e.m., funds to come from revenue sharing funds.
77-810 APPEARANCE: LARRY GREGGS~ CEB;O
Larry Greggs, Chico, stated he was interested in apiece of
property on Cohasset sad Caaseo, Chico, He requested that the Board interim zone
the property as a C-2 district. Thin is it: the vicinity of airport. No actioa
taken.
RECESS: 12:20
REGONVENED: 1:30
77-81i DISC[TSSION: GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE: AVTHORI2E TRANSFER OF FUNDS
FOR INSURANCE POLICY AND ESTABLISiiMENT OF A 50 000 FUND
General Liability insurance discussed. Jack Sweeney, Chico,
county's insurance.agent, present to discuss insurance coverage.
Supervisor Madigen stated that his only concern is that the County ie Leavin;g
itself wide open. Liability discussed.
Aggregate coverage concept that is proposed under this system
discussed.
Mr. Sweeney explained the aggregate coverage. For an additional
15% more added to the premium. He urged the Board to consider the aggregate
coverage concept.
James Blodgett, San Francisco agent for Columbia Insurance Company,
explained the matter of insurance rates.
Preiums discussed, Mr. Sweeney stated that regardless of how the
County will go, they are going to continue to search the market to come up
with conditions more favorable to the County.
Dn motion o£ Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and carried, motion of April 19, 1977 made by Supervisor Winston Chat a
transfer of $175,440 from unappropriated reserve for insurance policy with "
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e $100,OD0 deductible be approved, with the added 15~ for the aggregate coverage,
and that a $50,000 fund be established, according to plan set out by Columbia
Casualty.
AXES: Supervisors Lemke, Madigan, Winston and ~'nairman Richter
NOES: Supervisor Moseley
77-812 BUDGET TRANSFERS APPROVED
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, the following budget Craaefers were approved:
8-117 District g~nev. Transfers X100 from overtime, X500 from jury
and witness fees, $129.k0 from publications and legal notices, and $3b1,.58
from. transportation and travel; with a total of X1,091.96 going to extra
help in order to cover a deficit resulting because of the utilization of extra
help until new positions were approved by the Board of Supervisors.
B-118 Assessor. Transfers X1,000 from office expense to extra help
that was necessary in order to provide assistance to the rural appraisal
program.
77-813 APPROVE REVISED BYLAWS FOR COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
On motion bfSupervisor T.emka, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, revised bylaws for Community Action Agency were approved,
and forwarding to Community Services Administration approved, subject to
County Counsel's approval.
77-814 APPROVE 5UMMER YOUTS RECREATION PROJECTS GRANT BEQUEST
Butte County has become eligible for $21720 to provide summer youth
recreation projects for !ow income youths, Program would operate from
June 1 through August 31, Program discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, grant requesC for Summex youth recreation projects
approved and Chaismaa authorized to sign.-
77-815 REPROGRAM EUDGET-HEAD$TART: MOTION FAITS
Reprogramming of unexpended 1974;and 1975 funds in the amount of
$16,247 to provide for various additional:~quipment items is requested.
Reprogrammsing discwased. The Board Baked 'if~there could be something more
tangible than ,the trip to E1 Paso.- Request fot van discussed.
It was moved by Supervisor Winston and seconded by Supervisor Lemke
that reprogram budget be approved and ChalYman•authorised to sign.
AYES: Supervisors Lemke and Winston
NOES: Supervisors Madigan,'Moaeley and Chairman Richter
MOTION FAITS
Nadine West will send new information to Supervisor Hoaeley about the
equipment help; for the handicapped. Supervisor Moseley and Chairman Richter
w111 meet with S.O.C.•Director and negotiaCe this matter.
77-816 APPROVE HANDICAPPED GRANT
The~Seadstart.progrem is,eligible:for a handicapped grant in the
amount of $4,400 that yould'operate from January 1 through December 31.
Oa motion of ;Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously.carried, haadicap~ed;grsnt~request approved and the Chairman
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77-817 ASSESSMENT STANDARDS 'CONTROL OFFICER DISCUSSED
The Assessor requests establishment of the positioa of assessment
standards control officer brought about by recent legislative changes
requiring a preplanned cyclican appraisal procedure. Supervisor Winston
felt this should be handled at budget Clme,
Al Anderson, Assessor, present to discuss this position, He feels
the need is there at the present time. This office is strapped for employees.
They have not bees able to do all the commercial appraisals in the Chico
area. This position ie needed to take care of the necessary work.
Request discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, request for assessment standards oontrol officer
for Assessor's Office postponed until heariags on the 1977-78 budget,
77-818 APPROVE RENEWAL OF HARTSELL EDWARDS VARIANCE FOR PLACEMENT ny xrnaTT.u ~
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, the Board approved the Hartsei Edwards renewal of variance to
Section 19-10 and/or 19-12 of the Butte County Code for placement of a mobile
home in Magalia, AP 65-18-27, for a one-year period of time.
77-819 REPORT ON USE OF GRAY WATER IN BUTTE COUNTY: ADOPT RESOLUTION 77-69
APPROVING USE IN FOREST RANCH .RIDGE
Dr. 3vihua reported on the use of gray water in Butte County.
Report discussed.
On mntioa of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Winston and
unanimously carried, the Board approved the use of gray water to include
Forest Ranch Ridge from Hog Springs north, adopted Resolution 77-69
and authorized Chairman to sign.
77-820 HOWARD TOUSSAINT APPOINTED GRAY WATER COORDINATOR
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Winston and
carried, Health Department was assigned the role of "Gray Water Coordinator"
to evaluate requests for use of gray water in other areas of the Couaty, aad
Howard Toussaint was sasigned~fhe duty to handle the requests.
AYES: Supervisors Lemke, Madigaa, Moseleq and Winston
NOES: Chairman Richter
77-821 DENY RE UE5T5 FOR PENALTY RELIEF
On mntioa of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, request £or penalty relief was denied for the
following:
1, Dale Kenneth Miller (AP 44-50-11) and
2. Scott E. Holland (AP 41-12-45)
77-822 APPROVE SB 325 PROJECT LIST ADDENDUM FOR FORWARDING TO COUNTY ASSO. OF GOVERN,
pa motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
carried, the following SH325 project list addendum was approved for forwarding
to Butte County Association of~overnment:
A, Warner Street, West let to West 6th. Eooperative project with
Chico, $45,000 County share.
B. BaggetC-Marysville Road, SR 70 to .5 miles east. $50,000 tq
rebuild failing road. Construction proposed with grade
separation project.
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C. Buschmann Road, Foster to Skyway, $75,000 for right-of-way
acquisition or construction.
AYES: Supervisor Lemke, Madigan, Moseley and Chairman Richter
NOES: Supervisor Winston, on basis of Buschmann Road
77-823 APPROVE RIGHT-of-WAY A ISITION BALD ROCK ROAD PARCRL 28
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Lemke sad
unanimously carried, agreement for sale for right of way acquisition for
Bald Rock Road, Parcel 28, Project 44605A-71-2, approved, Chairman authorized
to aiga sad Auditor authorized to issue warrant upon demand of CountyTe
escrow agent,:ae follows:
Herman Bangert 0.270 Ac. $432 No Impr. $432.
77-824 ADOPT RE50LUTION 77-70 REJECTING DEDICATION OF BLOCK 2 OF MAP OF
WESTERN PACIFIC ADDITION TO OROVILLE
Oa motion o upervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, Resolution 77-70 rejecting dedication of Block 2
of Map of Western Pacific Addition to Oroville was adopted and the Chairman
was authorized to aiga.
77-825 CANCEL CONTRACT WITH CITY OF GRIDLBY: COUNTY SERVICE AREA N0. 34,
GRIDLEY SWIMMING POOL
On motion of Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Winston
and unanimously carried, contract with City of Cridley for operation and
maintenance of County Service Area No. 34, Gridley Pool, effective April 30,
1977 was cancelled; agreement and contract with Butte County Fair Board for
operation and maintenance of County Service Area No. 34, Gridley Pool, was
approved, effective May 1, 1977; and purchase of $540,000 liability iasuranee for
pool operation in the amount of $1,469.86 approved.
77-826 AWARD OF BID: LOWER HONCUT ROAD FAS PROJECT V364(1)
Clay Castleberry, Director of Public Works, reported oa the
bid opening for Lower Honcut Road FAS Project V364(1), Bids discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Winston, s econded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, the bid of $obinson Construction Co., Inc. in
the amount of $338,307.75 9vas accepted for the Lower Honcut Road FAS Project
V364(i) and the Chairman was authorized to sign the contract.
77-827 ADOPT SALARY SCHEDULE FOR BUILDING INSPECTORS 6 PLAN CHECKERS
Mr. Castleberry set out the present salary schedule for __._
inspectors and what is being proposed. Schedule is sa follows:
Building Inapectoxs Present salary Proposed:
B.I. I 836-1,D18 901-1 094
B.I. II 971-1,179 1:179-1,432
B.I. III 1,044-1,240 1,268-1,538
Plan Checker 1,179-1,432 1 330-i 619
1,207-1,467 1,365-1,658
Mr, Castelberry said he would Like authority to go to the proposed
salary ranges. He is losing good men to the State because of the salaries.
Justification for the salary range changes set out and discussed.
Chairman Richter felt the County should match the State salaries.
He has had many calls from people due to the fact that Mr. Castleberry
has been losing men in hie department. Recommended that the Board act now.
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On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and carried, Public Works Director was authorized to adopt the salary
schedule of salary ranges for inspectors and plan checkers ae proposed
by M'r. Castleberry.
AXES: Supervisors Lemke, Moseley, Winston and Chairman Richter
NOES: Supervisor Madigan.
77-828 REPORT ON EMPLOYEE BEALTfi INSURANCE PLAN
Jim Rackerby, Personnel Director, reported on bids received
for the employee health insurance plan, Hide were received from:
New Xork Life
Blue Cross
California Physicians Insurance Group
American Business Associates
Low Bid was received from New York, the present carrier. Bids
were referred to representatives of ManagemenC Council and of Butte County
Employees Association for study and recommendation back to the Board,
77-829 ADOPT RESOLIITION 77-71 NOTICE OF INTENTION OF ABANDONMENT RE
PUBLICYUTILITY EASEMENT IN PARADISE PINES UNIT 15
On motfono upervieor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, Resolution 77-71 giving notice of abandonment of
public utility easement on the north property line~of Lot 179, Paradise
Pines, Unit 15, Harry Taylor, et al wen adopted, June 7, 197!'8t 9:30 e.m.
net as time of hearing, and the Chairman authorized to sign.
77-830 FIEARxNG SET FOR MAY 17
e public nearing was net for May 17, 1977 at 11:15 for the Warren T.
Ambrose rezone from A-R (agriculture-residential) and AR-MH (agricttlturai
residential-mobile home) to PA-C (planned area-cluster) property located on
the north side of Monte Vista Avenue, approximatelq 800 feet east of Lower
Wyandotte Road, identified as AP 36-i94-07, 36-58-34 and 36-58-35, Oroville.
77-831 RECONSIDERATION OF CFIICO MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AREA INTERIM ZONE;
ADOPT ORDINANCEI$22 DELETING 'SeR AREA FROM INTERIM ZONING
Reconsideration of Chico Municipal Airport area Interim Zone
held at this time. A meeting was held last week with the Chico Airport Committee.
The take-off pattern at the airport discussed at that time. Turning radian
and altitude explained. Parcels in area set oat. Requests for deletion
from interim zoning explained and discussed. It wsa stated that the main
concern was with the S-R areas. It was felt that the S-R area should be
d eyed from the interim zoning.
Backgrwnd of this interim zoning set out. The Dan Hayes project
started the concern in the area. Mr. Hayes spoke at this time concerning
the zoning. DeVere Pace stated he owned property on Hicks Leae and he would
like to be left out of the zoning. Mr, Lawson set out the elements regarding
the zoning, Ae stated he was going to request funds for a joint project with
Chico to put together a work plan and will ask the County to share the cost
to complete the plan.
Dn motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, emergency ordinance 1822 deleting the S-R area
from the interim zoning was adopted and the Chairman was authorized to alga.
77-832 MATTER PRESENTED BY SUPERVISOR WINSTON: DANCE PERMIT PROCEDURES
Supervisor Winston stated that under the dance permit procedures,
the applications have to be approved by the Board; he felt this should be an
administrative decision. Rage 14b.
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77-833 AUTHORIZE PAYMENT TO ESCROW AGENT
Mr. Nickelson said he would like Board authorization to approve
payment to Leo Friedman in the amount of $141.95, upon demand of escrow
agent, for the pro-rata taxes for the Chico Highway Patrol site.
Oa motioa of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and carried, authorization was granted #or the payment of $141.95 to Leo
Friedman, to be paid to the escrow agent upon demand of the escrow ageat.
AYES: Supervisors Lemke, Madigan, Moseley and Chairman Richter
NOES: Supervisor Winstoa.
77-834 MATTERS PRESENTED BY BOARD MEMBERS
Supervisor Lemke reported that up on the Skyway they had to
post the area by the Recreation Center for two-hour parking. These
people have now moved across the street to the west side of the Skyway.
The autos are aot-beiag sold by oae persoa. They are parked fa the County
right-of-way. Mr. Castleberry will provide some direction for the Board
before putting up signs. Matter referred to Mr. Castleberry and Supervisor
Lemke will meet with him and matter will be returned to the Board for action.
Supervisor Moseley spoke regarding SB 493 shitting there would be
a meeting in Sacramento on May 11, 1977.
77-835 DISCUSSION: STONESON DEVELOPMENT
Mr. Lawson stated he had received a letter from Mr. Guth regarding
the Stoaeson Development. Mr. Lawson had the impression that they would
come back with a lower density proposal. County Counsel has them in the
past to act oa what has bees applied for; should act on the application
and then have them reapply if they want a change.
Mr. Lawson said he would like to extead fibs same courtesy to
other people. They should terminate zoning application and then re-apply.
The Stoneson development zoniag went through the Plaaning Commission on R-4;
Board heard this ae a R-4 application. The Board suggested a lower density.
It is encumbent upon the Board to make a recommendation back to Che Planning
Commission. The Pleasing Commission would then make a recommendation to the
Board and then act an it. This matter is still open.
Cauaty Couasel suggested that Mr. Lawson place this bask oa the
agenda for 1~esday, May 3, 1977. Matter to be on agenda on May 3, 1977.
RECESSED AT 3:30 for an executive session
RECONVENED: The Soard reconvened at 3:35 following an executive session.
Chairman Riehter reported Chat litigation had been discussed;
no action to be taken at this time.
77-836 MATTER PRESENTED BY SUPERVISOR MADIGAN: AB 886
Supervisor Madigan reported that all Board members had received the
letter from Couaty of Sacramento regarding AB g86. This should be iaclvded
in next laeek's packet fox the Board members. The Board will take a position
on this after they have studied the bill.
RECESS: The Board recessed at3:45 p.m. to reconvene on Wedaesdaq, April 27,
1917 at 8:30 a.m. followiag BCAG.
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