HomeMy WebLinkAboutM071878July 18, 1978
STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
SS.
COUNTY OF BUTTE )
The Board of Supervisars met at 9:00 a.m. pursuant to adjournment.
Present: Supervisors Lemke, Madigan, Moseley, Richter and Chairman Winston.
Clif Nickelson, administrative officer; Dan Blaekstock, county counsel and
Clark A. Nelson, county clerk by Cathy Pitts, deputy clerk.
Pledge of allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.
Invocatian by Supervisor Moseley
78-1296 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The approval of the minutes of the July 11, 1978 meeting was
continued to next week.
78-1297 COMMUNICATIONS
Richard W, Jones, Healdsburg. Mr. Jones writes appealing the Planning
Commission's denial of his rezone from A-5 to SR-1 for AP 39-24-40,
northwest corner of Dayton Durham Highway and Burdick Road, Durham.
Hearing set for August 15, 1978 a5 9:45 a.m.
David Weston, Clovis. Mr. Weston provides information concerning his
hearing appealing condition ~~1 which is scheduled for July 18, 19780
', Referred to the hearing later in the meetingo
Bettie J. Johnson, Chico. Mrso Johnson writes in follow up to work performed
by the tree trimming crew in the Chico area. Referred to Public
Works
D, Bruce Brown, Paradise. Mr. Brown writes concerning county excess property
at the corner of Skyway and Oliver in Paradise. Referred to the
hearing later in the meeting.
Margo Yexman, Paradise. Mrs. Yerman writes concerning excess property at
the corner of Skyway and Oliver~n Paradise. Referred to the
hearing later in the meeting.
Paradise Municipal Advisory Council. The Council writes urging the issuance
of a use permit be withheld until a commitment is made to install
a traffic signal at the intersection of Oliver Road and Skyway
in Paradise at the proposed Jack-in-the-Box restaurant site.
Referred to the hearing later in the meeting.
Shari Maxson Hopper, Chico. Mrs. Hopper writes concerning the placement
of a ballot measure with regard to the proposed power plant.
Information; no action taken.
Bob Baiocchi, Paradise. Mr. Baiocchi writes with regard to the proposed
power plant. Information; no action taken.
Mental Health Advisory Board. The Mental Health Advisory Board writes
urging that the full use of state funds allocated to Butte County
should be used to continue the level of mental health sexvices.
Information; no~~action taken.
Butte County Grand Jury, The final report of the 1977-78 Butte County
Grand Jury has been submitted. Administrative Officer to sent
comments to the Departments for comments and report back to
the Board,
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NealJDenny, Marysville. Mr. Denny appeals the Advisory Agency's_decision
regarding a waiver application for tentative parcel map, AP 24-24-O1,
two parcels, south. side of Central House Road, one mile east of
Highway 70, Honcut area. Set for hearing August 1, 1978 at 10:30 a.m.
Charles Harvey, Chicoo Mro Harvey appeals the Planning Commission's
approval of the Jay Halbert and Ward Bailey, negative declaration
and rezone from "A-10" (agricultural, ten acre parcels) to
"SR-1" (suburban residential, one acre parcels) property located
on, the southwest corner of Oak Park Avenue and Rose Avenue,
identified as AP 42-21-17, cantaining five acres, more or less,
Chico. Referred to later in the meeting.
City of Chico. The City writes requesting that Interim A-40 (agricultural,
40 acre parcels) fort>property located in the vicinity of the Chico
Municipal Airport be extended. Referred to the hearing on July 25,
1978.
Neil McCabe, Chico. Mr. McCabe writes regarding the approval of the
minutes on the Walnut Woods Subdivision hearing which was
held on July 11, 1978 asking that the approval be continued
to 3u1y 25, 1978 and submitting duplicate slides presented at
the hearing. The approval of the minutes has been continued to
July 25, 1978.
78-1298 ADDITIONAL MATTERS PRESENTED BY BOARD MEMBERS
Supervisor Lemke stated that the Coutelenc fire garage has run
into a snag. The plans are ready to go and the volunteer fire department
is ready to start building, There is a set back of 50 feet in the rear
yard. Because of the topography the fire trucks could not be turned
around with the set back. Supervisor Lemke is asking for permission to
use the Chico Enterprise Record to advertise a variance hearing before
the Board of Zoning Adjustment in two weeks so that the project can be
completed,
The matter is continued until Planning items are discussed.
Chairman Winston stated that the Board would hold an executive
session later in the meeting regarding personnel and other matters:.=in the
Data Processing Departmento Litigation will also be discussed.
78-1299 DISCUSSION: SKYWAY AT OLIVER ROAD EXCESS PROPERTY
Clay Castleberry, public works director,. set out the background
of the excess property; ._ Skyway or Old Neal Road was located somewhat east.
The county acquired rights-of-way to the east. The county has had surplus
property in the area in years past. The county sold much of the surplus
property to the adjacent property owners for the .sum of $50 each. There
is one parcel on the corner of Oliver and Skyway. When Skyway Assessment
District was put in each of the property owners was assessed for the curbs
and gutters. Originally the County came up with a cost of $5,600 with the
exchange of property. Since that time, a use permit hearing was held .and
the conditions of the use permit required that the property owner deed the
right of way to the County. There are utility lines going through the
property. A subsequent appraisal was made by a private appraiser in the
amount of $2,700.
There are several options open if the Board wants to sell the
property. The property can be sold to the adjacent property owner through
a negotiated purchase. There have been cases where the County has kept
the property and issued driveway access across the parcel. The County
can sell a quit claim deed interest. If the County sells the property
to someone other than the adjacent property owner, it would be only fair
to reimburse the property owner:'for the cost of the curbs and gutters.
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Mr. Castleberry stated that it would be extremely marginal
regarding issuance of a building permit for the parcel. If the property
is sold to someone, he would not want to guarantee that the parcel is
buildable.
John Coverston spoke regarding the disposition of the excess
property at the corner 'of Skyway and Oliver Road, Paradise. Mr. Coverston
felt that there would not be much left to the property for building considering
the underg-Found'utilities, The title company would give a title policy
to the adjacent property owner.
Chairman Winston stated that communications have been received
regarding the purchase of the excess property.
Supervisor Richter felt that this piece of property should be
put out to bid and sold to the highest bidder.
The discussion was recessed to later in the meeting.
78-1300 PUBLIC HEARING: ROBERT E. ADAMS - PETITION FOR VARIANCE TO SECTIONS
19-10 AND/OR 19-12 OF THE. BUTTE COUNTY CODE FOR PLACEMENT OF A MOBILE
HOME AT 3565 GRUBBS ROAD, OROVILLE, AP 27-15-3; ZONING: A-5,
The public hearing on the Robert E, Adams petition for variance
to Sections 19-10 and/or 19-12 of the Butte County Code for placement of
a mobile home at 3565 Grubbs Road, Oroville, AP 27-15-3 was held as
advertisedo Lynn Vanhart, director of environmental health, set out
the background of the petition. The petition is in order.
Hearing open to the public. Appearing: No one.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to tfie Board.
On motion of Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Richter
and unanimously carried, the petition for variance to Sections 19-10
and/or 19-12 of the Butte County Code for placement of a mobile home at
3565 Grubbs Road, Oroville, AP 27-15-3; zoning: A-5, for Robert Ea Adams
was approved for a period of one year.
78-1301 PUBLIC HEARING: SRUNO CAMPOSTRINI - PETITION FOR VARIANCE TO SECTIONS
19-10 AND/OR 19-12 OF THE BUTTE COUNTY CODE FOR PLACEMENT OF A MOBILE HOME
AT ROUTE 2, BOX 2758C, OROVILLE; ZONING: A-5
The public hearing on the Bruno Campostrini petition for variance
to Sections 19-10 and or 19-12 of the Butte County Code for placement of a
mobile home at Route 2, Box 2758C, Orovi.lle was held as advertised. Lynn
Vanhart, director of environmental health, set out the background of the
petition. The petition is in order,
Hearing open to the public. Appearing: No one.
Hearing closed to the public and confire d to the Board,
On motion of Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Richter
and unanimously carried, the petition for variance to Sections 19-10 and/or
19-12 of the Butte County Code for placement of a mobile home at Route 2,
Box 2758C, Oroville,zoning: A-5 for Bruno Campostrini was approved for a
period of one year.
78-1302 DISCUSSION: ALLOWING PETITIONS TO SECTIONS 19-10 AND/OR 19-12 OF
THE BUTTE COUNTY CODE_FOR PIACEMENT OF A MOBILE HOME TN ALL ZONES REGARDLESS
OF WHETHER THEY ARE DESIGNATED FOR MOBILE HOMES
Discussion o£ allowing petitions for variances to Sections 19-10
and/or 19-12 of the Butte Covnty Code for placement of a mobile home in all
zones regardless of whether they are~,desagnated for mobile homes held at this
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Bettye Blair, interim planning director, stated that at the
present time these petitions for variances axe only allowed, in zones
allowing mobile homes.
The matter is to be discussed later in the meeting,
78-1303 PUBLIC HEARING: SOLANO RAIL CAR CO. - DENIED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
AND REZONE FROM "A-2" (GENERAL) AND "A-R" (AGRICULTURAL RESIDENTIAL) TO
"M-2" (HEAVY INDUSTRIAL) PROPERTY' LOCATED ALONG THE SOUTHERN PACIFIC.
RAILROAD RIGHT-OF-WAX FROM BAGGET MARYSVILLE ROAD SOUTH TO.OPHIR ROAD,
IDENTIFIED AS AP 35-210-O1, 35-220-1, 35-220-2., 36-16-i4.,,AND 36-27-20
(PORTION)., CONTAINING 10.0 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, OROVILLE: CONTINUED
FROM JUNE 20. 1978
The public hearing on the Solano Rail Car Co. denied negative
declaration and rezone from "A-2" (general) and "A-R" (agricultural
residential) to "M-2" (heavy industrial) property located along the
Southern Pacific Railroad right-of-way from Baggett Marysville Road
south to Ophir Road, identified as AP 35-210-01, 35-220-1, 35-220-2,
36-16-14, and 36.-27-20 (portion}, containing 10.0 acres, more or less,
Oroville was held as continued.
Earl Nelson, environmental review director, set out the
background of the checklist for the negative declaration. There are
a number of potential effects. The request is for a rezone to M-2
to the railroad right-of-way. This would be to allow repair of railroad
cars. The environmental effects would include the physical effect of
storage. Mr. Nelson stated that he has been advised that storage could
occur without the rezone. That right to store would be continued
regardless of the rezoning. Some of the impacts are associated with the
physical appearances of rail cars.. In addition to the appearance, there
is a potential problem with welding and noise. It was the evaluation
that the noise factor would not be greater than the surrounding railroad
operation. In the southern portion the residences are a number of feet
from the tracks. There would be a much lower level of noise. There was
mention. of the £act that children could play on the cars if not
properly supervised, The applicant felt that parents should supervise
their children. Nornially a conditional negative declaration is not
recommended unless it is a PA-C zoning. However; in this case, the
M-2 contains a provision for the requirement of a use permit. Mr. Nelson
stated that he was suggesting that the Board make the finding that the
use falls in the use permit category and a use .,permit be required for this
use. The negative declaration could be approved on this basis. Mr.
Nelson read th.e list of suggested conditions.
Mr. Nelson stated that he had received a call this morning
from the attorney for the applicant. He indicated they are planning to
modify the request so the rezone would effect the southern most 1,500 feet.
Chairman Winston stated that the M-2 zoning goes to the center
of the track at the present time,
Mr. Nelson stated that a portion of the zoning proposal is in
industrial and a portion in residential on the general plan. It appears
that the southerly portion may be within the residential designation on
the land use map.
Supervisor Richter stated that he did not understand why a negative
declaration was recommended,
Mr. Nelson felt that the mitigation measures required with the
use permit would eliminate or reduce the impacts to an acceptable level.
They have a right to store the cars whether the rezone is approved or not.
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Supervisor Richter questioned Mrs. Blair regarding the
contiguous provision in the general plan. Does the zoning also run
along the entire area down the center of the track. This is in a
residential area.
Bettye Blair, interim planning director, stated that the
zoning line does not go down the centerline. On the zoning map the
line is south of the intersection of the railroad right-:of-way and
Meyers and Lincoln. The track is outside of the M-2 zone.
Hearing on the negative declaration open to the public.
Chairman Winston stated that the Board has received several
of the comments that are on file regarding the people who spoke at
the Planning Commission hearing. This is regarding the concern for
the noise.
Appearing:
', 1. Stanley Sedor, attorney representing Lincoln Street
property owners and other adjacent property awnerso Mro Sedor stated
that Mr. Leclerc had called him and indicated that Salano Rail Car
was requesting the rezoning be withdrawn. If the zoning proposal
is going to be withdrawn, why is the Board concerned with the
environmental impact study.
2. Rauo1 Leclerc, attorney representing Solaro Rail Car.
Mr. Leclerc stated that Mr. Girdler, a principle officer in the company,
was also present. Mr. Leclerc moved to modify the request regarding
the rezone to only effect that portion of the rail line that extends
north from Ophir Road 1500 feet.
Discussion of the present zoning in the area had at this
time. The area between Lincoln and the railroad track south of the
cemetery is residential. The area west of the railroad is M-2 zoning.
Mr. Leclerc-set out the job of the rail overseer. The
cars along the track must be chained to the track, The operation
of the project would be in the daytime only. The welding would be
shielded, Tt is proposed to have no night lighting on the area.
The only significant matter would be the storage of box cars. This
is an asthetic item only. There would be only one real screening
deviceoc:c;That would be trees that would require water, The report
indicates the noise levels are within tolerance. The glare can be
shielded. The area will be paved to cut down on the dust problem.
Mr. Sedor stated that there is one individual in particular
that will be adversly effected in the southern 1500 feet of that line
whether or not the rezoning is gxanted. Mr. Sedor showed slides that
he had taken of the site. Work is being done on both sides of the
box cars. Mr. Sedor felt that an ETR should be required. This would
show that Solaro Rail Car has to do their heavy work outside of the
confines of their business. There will be a change in the quiet
enjoyment of the residences. No one can deny the use of the track and
the right-of-way. The project would take an abandoned right-of-way
and turn it into a welding yard.
3. Bill Langlin. Mr, Langlin stated that he lived in the
last 1500 feet that is being discussed. He is opposed to the rezoning.
His house is about 200 feet from the cars, The noise is bad. If the
project is approved there is going to be a lot of noise and dust.
Mr. Langlin felt that an ETR should be required, Work has been going
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on in the area for three monthso This has been done during the day. Mr.
Langlin objected to the use even in the day.
4. Jack Lowe. Mr. Lowe..stated that the line has not been
used for storage. Mr. Lowe has lived in the area for about ten yearso
During those ten years about two trains have gone down the track.
Historically, there has never been storage of cars on those tracks.
5. James Banos. Mr. Bonos stated that the area looks like
a dump. If anything happens in the area there would be no exit from
the area due to the storage of the cars.
Mr. Leclerc felt that a procedural problem has come upo
He believes that every person in the room had believed that the zone
line went down the center of the tracks. During all of the proceedings
and through the environmental review this was believed to be true.
The hearing at the Planning Commission was held under that assumption.
He was not sure there is a method by which a correct line can be done.
It requires a determination by the Soard of Supervisors. Tf the zone
line is on the west side of those tracks for industrial uses, procedurally
the project should be started over again.
Discussion of zoning conflicts between the maps and the legal
descriptions. held at this time. Del Siemsen, deputy county counsel,
stated that if there is a conflict then the Board must make the decision.
Mrs. Blair stated that there is no general plan designation
on the railroad right-of-way.
The hearing was continued to August 1, 1978 at 11:15 a.m.
for making a determination of the actual zoning and proceeding with
the hearing on both the negative declaration and rezone.
RECESS: 10:30 a.mo
RECONVENE: 10:40 a.m.
78-1304 WAIVE BUILDING PERMIT FEES FOR CONSTRUCTION - PIONEER VOLUNTEER
FIRE COMPANY BUTLDING
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and unanimously carried, the building permit fees for construction of
the Pioneer Volunteer Fire Company building were waived,
78-1305 PUBLIC BEARING: DAVID WESTON - APPEAL OF CONDITION ~kl ON TENTATIVE
PARCEL MAP, AP b2-04-54, FOUR LOTS, WEST SIDE OF ORO-QUINCY ROAD, THREE
MILES NORTHEAST OF LAKE MADRONE
The public hearing on the David Weston appeal of condition ~kl
on tentative parcel map, AP 62-04-54, four lots, west side of Oro-Quincy
Road, three miles northeast of Lake Madrone was held at this time. Clay
Castleberry, public works director, set out the background of the appeal,
This condition is to verify right to use Stephens Ridge Road,
Hearing open to the public,, Appearing: No ones
Chairman Winston read the letter from Mr. Weston dated July 7,
1978 regarding his appeal.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board,
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Richter
and unanimously carried, the appeal of condition #1 by David Weston on
tentative parcel map, AP 62-04-54, four lots, west side of Oro-Quincy
Road, three miles northeast of Lake Madrone was denied.
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78-1306 PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORIZED TO PUT SKYWAY AT OLIVER ROAD, PARADISE EXCESS
PROPERTY UP FOR SALE. ON A NEGOTIATED BASIS WITH THE ADJACENT PROPERTY
OWNER, MR. COVERSTON, WITH THE COUNTY APPRAISAL OF $5,600 BEING USED AS
VALUE
Continued discussion of the Skyway at Oliver Road excess
property held at this time. Supervisor Richter stated that there is
no question that the County has an obligation Eo' sell the property.
It appears that there are two or three people that want to buy the
property.
Clay Castleberry, public works director, stated that the
property that has already been sold by the County has been sold to
the adjacent property owners with right of access.
Kent Waddell, director of real estate for Jack-in-the-Box.
Mr. Waddell stated that several people are against Jack-in-the-Box.
If he .. is not mistaken the two people who headed up the petition
against the Jack-in-the-Box are the same people who have sent the
letters stating that they might want to buy the property.
He would like to have the property but it is not necessary. Mr.
Coverston also owns the property 60 feet south of the property in
question. This has access out to Skyway. His company proposes to
underground everything. They propose to install 40 percent landscaping.
This property would be used for access. It would appear that the
maximum size of a building if built on the property could be 15 feet
wide. There is one point 20 feet wide between the existing utilities.
They proposed to dedicate 3,500 feet on Oliver. The praposal is
reasonable. If the County choses to retain the property, his company
asks for right-of-way and would be willing to pay for the maintenance
and curbs, gutters and sidewalks-_,and landscaping. His company would
be willing to participate in a traffic signal.
It was moved by Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
that the Department of Public Woxks be authorized to put the Skyway at
Oliver Road, Paradise excess property up for sale on a negotiated basis with
the adjacent property owner, Mr. Coverston, using the County appraisal
of $5,600 for a value.
Discussion of the motion held at this time, Mr. Castleberry
stated that the appraisal included the exchange of property on Oliver
Raad. The use permit conditions require that the property on Oliver
Road be dedicated.' Considered separately the appraisal would be about
$10,000.
Supervisor Richter commented on Mr. Waddell's comment that
the property was really not needed except for access. He also said
that they really don't need the property. This is the strongest
argument for putting the property out to public bido The exchange of
property will not take place as the property has been required under
the use permit to be dedicated to the County. The minimum bid has to
be $10,000 and not $5,6000 The adjacent property owner is being given
credit for an exchange that will not happeno
Vote on the motion taken at this time.
AYES: Supervisors Lemke, Madigan, Moseley and Chaixman Winston
NOES: Supervisor Richter
Motion caxries.
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78-1307 APPEARANCE KATHARINE WHITNEY CHICO
Mrs. Whitney read a prepared statement.regarding the formation
of the drainage district for the Highway 32 area. The statement was
submitted to the Clerk for file. Mrs. Whitney requested that the
engineering firm of McCain and Associates be relieved from the contract
for the drainage district.
78-1308 APPEARANCE: MRS. HOWARD DANENHAUSER OROVILLE
Mrs. Danenhauser spoke regarding abatement of weeds. It
seems that the County does not have an ordinance to handle this problem.
This can create a fire hazard. Mrs. Danenhauser is willing to help in
any way that she can.
Chairman.Winston stated that Mr. Paulus is going to furnish
the Board with figures regarding weed abatement. Mr. Nickelson is to
notify Mr. Paulus that a memo is requested. A copy is to be sent to
Mrs. Danenhauser.
78-1309 APPEARANCE⢠RON GRAVES OROV.CLLE AND RTCHARD HARDTN ATTORNEX AT LAW
Mr. Graves spoke to the Board regarding the McLaughlin/Green
Subdivision in Paradise. He-set out the background of the subdivision
to refresh the Board's memory. This has been before the Board a number
of times in the past. Mr, Graves asked that the Board approved the
map so that it could be recorded.
ban Blackstock, county counsel, asked Mr. Graves if the map
had been filed with the Subdivision Review Committee so that the County
could proceed on processing of the map. He also asked Mr, Graves if
they had submitted a petition to modify the zoning.
Mr, Hardin stated that the problem had been presented to
the Board. The Board suggested that PID be contacted and approval from
them was necessary.
Chairman Winston stated that the Board suggested a compromise.
At this stage, the Board is faced with the procedure.
Mr. Hardin stated that after researching the County Codes,
the Board could allow them to proceed with an amended tentative map.
This would be found under Subdivision Section 20-0~ regarding exceptions.
Mr. Hardin stated that he is asking the Board to give Public Works
authorization to proceed under that sectiono
Dan Blackstock stated that he did not believe the exception
could be used. The Government Code says a subdivision cannot be approved
if it is not consistent with the zoning. The Board could approve an
interim ordinance to make a more restrictive zoning so this subdivision
could be ,approved. The subdivision itself cannot be approved by the
Board. It has to go to the Subdivision Review Committee.
The parties are to meet with Counsel regarding this matter.
78-1310 APPEARANCE: JIM 70HANSEN, ASSISTANT AUDITOR
Mr. Johansen stated that it is with deep regret that he was
submitting his resignation as Assistant Auditor. Mr. Johansen stated
that tee will treat this as a temporary situation and use the time to
review legislation regarding the Auditor's Office and visit other
Auditor's Officeso
78-1311 APPEARANCE: LT. KEN MICKELSON, SHERIFF"S_OFFICE
~Lt. Nickelson spoke to the Board regarding the action taken
last week regarding the request Pay e a~ Diego County on the search and
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rescueJoperationso Lt. Nickelson set out the search and rescue operation
in Butte County. This is a volunteer group except for his salary when he
is on dutyo The total cost came to about $1,300 and saved the County
about $97,000. Lto Nickelson stated that he has been in charge of search
and rescue for four years. At no time has the County been billed. There
are many counties like Butte County. They have volunteer groups. There
are other counties that have their own equipment and have paid personnel.
Lt. Nickelson felt that the agreement that San Diego County had presented
would be beneficial to the County.
On motion of Supervisor Zemke, seconded by Supervisor Richter
and unanimously carried., the action of July 11, 1978, minute order 78-1244
regarding reimbursement for search and rescue operations was rescinded an
the County joins with San Diego County in seeking compliance of ail
counties to informally agree not to exercise their respective rights of
Government Code Section 26614.5 concerning reimbursement for search and
rescue opexations and the matter was referred to CSAC for consideration
of lobbying for a change in the Government Code.
78-1312 PUBLIC HEARING - 1978/79 BUDGET AND FINAL HEARING ON REVENUE SHARING
The public hearing on the 1978/79 budget anal final hearing on
revenue sharing was held as advertisedo
Hearing open to the gublic. Appearing: No one,
The hearing is continued to July 25, 1978 at 11:00 a,m,
78-1313 APPROVE VARIANCE RENEWAL - GRACE BURLESON
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconaed by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, the renewal of variance to Sections 19-10 and/or
19-12 of the Butte County Code for placement of a mobile home at Route 2,
Box 433, Durham, AP 40-14-44, zoning: A-5, was approved far Grace Burleson
for a period of one year,
78-1314 PUBLIC HEARING DATE SET
A gublic hearing date of August 1, 1978 at 9:45 a.m. was set
for consideration of W. D. Battenfieid petition for variance to Sections
19-ZO and/,or 19-12 of the Butte County Code for placement of a mobile
home at Route 2, Box 359, Durham, AP 40-09-34, zoning: A-S.
78-1315 APPROVE 208 PLANNING GRANT CONTRACT FORA SEWER STUDY TN THE PARADISE
AREA
Lynn Vanhart, director of environmental health, stated that this
has been before the Board before, The final contract needs to be,approved.
There were questions from Counsel and the Auditor. Mr. Vanhart stated that
if the contract was approved it should be subject to counsel and Auditor's
approval, The study is for the community of Paradise. The project should
include the boundaries of the Paradise Irrigation District and the Magalia
Water District. Tt will not reach any further. A gublic hearing can be
done through the existing agency in Paradise. This could be brought
before MAC and the Magalia County Water District Board. Item ~k4 says
', that the Board shall consider and adopt and submit an action plan to
correct existing problems. This could be a long range program.
The amount of the contract should be reduced from $25,000 to $24,95b.
The amount required for chemical testing has been estimated between
$3,500 to $5,000. This is for chemical analysis the County is unable
to do in-house.
Tt was movea by Supervisor Richter and seconded by Supervisor
Lemke that the contract for the federal 208 Planning Grant for a sewer
study in the Paradise area be approved with the County's share up to
$2,500 in the contract; with change in paragraph 4 on subsection A,
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page 3 of 5 to read as follows: The County Board of Supervisors shall
consider recommendations pursuant to this agreement; with the change
in paragraph I of subsection B, page 3 of 5 to reflect $24,950; with
the change in paragraph 4 of subsection B, page 3 of 5 to reflect
$4,950; with the addition in paragraph E, page 4 of 5 to reflect that
the Director of Environmental Health will be the Project Director for
the County.
Discussion of the motion held at this time.
Mr. Larry Pierson, State Water Quality Control Board, commented
on the reason for the wording in the contract. The intent is to get'
a committment that the County will matte a good faith effort. There are
several options that could arisen It could require different types of
zoning or a septic districto Mr. Pierson will take the changes back to
Sacramento.
Vote on the motion at this time.
AYES: Supervisors Lemke, Madigan, Moseley, Richter and Chairman
Winston
NOES: None
Motion carries.
78-1316 ACCEPT INCOME FROM DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION SERVICES, APPROVE DRUG
PREVENTION SERVICES CONTRACT WITH ~ STATE IN THE AMOUNT OF $15,964
Dr. Svihus stated that the contract is for control of drug
abuses It is hard to measure prevention.
Supervisor Richter stated that the reason he questioned the
program was that at the State level there has been criticism of the funding.
for the program.
Ted Klem~et out what the program does. There are five
influencing factor that people take drugs; TV, peers, school environment,
community environment and the family. Every kid in the County will be
confronted with a decision as to whether to take drugs or not. This
will happen when adult counselors, teachers, parents, etc. are nat
around. The program deals with peer pressure and tries to focus on
behavior. The question that is being asked is how do you define
that what you do made same difference. It is impossible to determine
on a short term basis. Along term evaluation is the only basis for
comparison.
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, the income from the drug abuse prevention
services was accepted; the drug prevention services contract with the
State in the .amount of $15,964 which is 100% state and federally funded
for the 1978-79 period was approved. and the Chairman authorized to sign.
-RECESS: 12:10 p.m.
Rt;CONVENE: 12' 14 p.m.
78-1317 APPROVE COUNTY SERVICE AREA 34 (GRIDLEY SWIMMING POOL) MAINTENANCE
CONTRACT FORA PERIOD OF ONE YEAR
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and unanimously carried, the County Service Area 34 (Gridley Swimming
Pool) maintenance contract with the Butte County Fair Association was
approved for a period of one year.
78-13i8_APPROVE AIR QUALITY CONSULTANT CONTRACT WITH EARTH METRICS, INC.
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, the air='qual-icy consultant contract with Earth
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Metrics,~Inc. was approved; $5,500 appropriation was authorized from the
reserve and the Chairman authorized to sign contract.
78-131.9 ADOPT RESOLUTIONS 78-121, 78-122, 78-123 AND 78-124 AWARDING SALE OF
REAL PROPERTY
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and unanimously carried, the following resolutions and quit claim deeds
awarding sale of surplus county property to Gerald N. DeRoco were adopted
and the Chairman authorized to sign:
Resolution 78-121 - Control Sale No. 7
Resolution 78-122 - Control Sale No. 8
Resolution 78-123 - Control Sale No. 9
Resolution 78-124 - Control Sale No. 10
78-1320 APPROVE 1978-79 PLACEMENT RATES FOR REHABILITATION FACILITIES AND
HOMES TO BE USED BY PROBATION AND WELFARE DEPARTMENTS
Clif Mickelson, administrative officer, set out the various
homes that are on the list. There have been some changes since SB 54.
The State will pick up 95% of the costs of these placements. If there
have been any cost increases in the homes since June 6 the State will
not pick up any of the increase. Mre Mickelson recommended approval
of the list as submitted. The Board should require on the three most
expensive homes that the Welfare and/or the Probation Departments give
documentation to show that they made an effort to locate the ward in
a less expensive home before allowing location in the three homes.
This would be with the understanding that the rates will be the same
as in effect when Proposition 13 was passed,
Bob Crisan, welfare director, set out how the homes are
chosen. The Social Worker makes the deterioration of where the ward
can best be served. This recommendation is taken to the Utilization
Committee for approval.
Mr. Mickelson stated that the Holly Acres home has told his
office that they will return their rates back to preJune rates.
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and carried, the 1978-79 placement rates for rehabilitation facilities
and homes .to be used by Probation and Welfare Departments were approved
as follows:
1. California Youth Authority diagnostic contract in the
amount of $1,505 per month and the Chairman authorized to sign.
2, California Youth. Authority "CZ" contract in the amount
of $1,635 flat and the Chairman authorized to sign.
3. Bar-O-Boys Ranch Contract, rate 5 beds at $395 per month
per boy ($1,925 per month flat}.
4. Bachmann Hi11 School, rate $804 per month as needed.
5. Boys Republic, rate $875... per month as needed.
6. Children's Home Society, rate $525 per month as needed.
7. Fairhaven Home (for unwed mothers), rate $874 per month as
needed (plus an additional $123 for each infant in the program).
8. Holly Acres, rate $1,030 per month as needed,
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J _ 9. Stanford Lathrop^Memorial Home, rate group homes, $1,345
per month as needed; treatment centers, $1,909 per month as neededo
10. Stepping Stones, rate Stepping Stones I, $1,491 per month
as needed; Stepping Stones II, III and TV, $1,231 per month as needed.
11. Vierra Foster Home, rate $250 per month. as needed.
with the stipulation that:,~he Welfare and/or Probation Departments will
give documentation to show that they made an effort to locate the ward
in a less expensive home when requesting placement in one of the three
most expensive homes.
AYES: Supervisors Lemke, Madigan, Moseley and Chairman Winston
NODS: Supervisor .Richter
Supervisor Richter stated that he was voting no on the motion
because there is an indication that the rates tend to be arbitrary.
78-1321 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER TO CONTACT FACILITY MANAGEMENT FIRM TO COME
BEFORE THE BOARD TO MAKE A PRESENTATION RE: DATA PROCESSING FACILITY
MANAGEMENT CONCEPT
Clif Nickelson, administrative officer, stated that in line
with the Board`s discussion of several weeks ago to take a look at an
alternative to data processing this matter was placed on the agenda.
The Board could consider the concept of data processing facility
management, Mr; Nickelson asked for authorization to contact a data
processing facility management firm to come before the Board to make
a presentation. Tf after listening to the presentation the Board
believed the facilities management concept would be an advantage, they
could authorize the Administrative Office to send out a request for
qualifications to a group of companys in that business. When these
are received a committee could be set up to review and decide which
companies the Board might want to come. After this if everything looks
advantegeous the Board could enter into a contract with a facilities
management consultant.
Administrative Officer to contact a facilities management
firm to appear before the Board.
78-1322 APPROVE BUDGEfi TRANSFERS
On motion of Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, the following budget transfers were approved:
B-275 Federal Revenue Sharing - District No. 5 Allocation.
Transfers $2,500 from unallocated appropriation to Paradise Library
heating and cooling to cover anticipated increase cost of HVAC at the
Paradise Library in accordance with action of the Board of Supervisors
on June 27, 1978; Minute Order 78-1199.
B-1 Supplemental Manpower Program - CETA Title III - YETP.
Transfers $2,394 from training reimbursements and $36,561 from participants
stipend, with $37,100 going toward extra help and $1,855 to employee
benefits in order to establish appropriations within the program to
provide for the change in the out-of-school program from OJT to summer
career employment experience program.
78-1323 APPROVAL OF SALARY SCHEDULE AND SALARY INCREASE RETROACTIVE TO
JANUARY 1, X978 RE: GRANT AUGMENTATION APPROVAL FOR EOC PUT OVER TO
JULY 25, 1978
~.. Tt was moved by Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
that the salary increase retroactive to January I, 1978 and salary schedule
' for EOC as outlined in grant augzuentation be approved.
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Discussion of the motion held at this time. Supervisor Richter
asked if the Board felt that there would be any problems with the approval
of a salary increase for EOC employees in view of the situation with the
rest of the employees and the possibility of asking them to wprk 40 hours.
Clif Nickelson, administrative officer, stated that he had
the same concexns. The Soard took similar action for the Head Start
personnel. These people are funded by federal money. The implementation
plan includes the EOC Director, The Board is going to have to decide
what it wants to do, whether the salary ordinance should be amended to
give the EOC Director a raise and none of the other department heads, or
whether to take the EOC Director out of the salary ordinance. The Board
has never set the salaries of the EOC employees.
Discussion of degreening had at this time.
Motion withdrawn.
The matter is continued to July 25, 1978.
78-1324 REFUND OF FILING FEES FOR HENRY GILBERT, CANDIDATE FOR MARSHAL OF
CHICO JUDICIAL DISTRICT TOTALING $369,28 CONTINUED TO JULY 25, 1978
It was moved by Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
that the filing fees for Henry Gilbert, candidate for Marshal of the
Chico Judicial District, in the amount of $369.28 be refunded.
Dan Black stock, county counsel, asked that the matter be
continued until a written opinion is issued from his office.
Motion withdrawn.
The matter is continued to July 25, 1978.
78-1325 DENIEDE`s TREASURER-TAX COLLECTOR ITEMS
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, the following requests for penalty relief were
denied:
1. James H. Ceiley, AP 62-40-30.
', 2. Jean Fanell, AP 46-67-25.
78-1326 T2ISCUSSION: BTiI RETROACTIVE INCREASE - WELFARE DEPARTMENT
Bob Crisan, welfare director, stated that he had sent the
Board a memo on the BHI retroactive increase. The State has indicated
they will provide funding for those who they have made agreements with
the facilities. There are two or possibly three individuals that the
County would have had to spend general assistance funds on. The State
will pick up the cost. The procedures have been modified.
78-1327 APPROVE PUBLIC WORKS ITEMS
On motion of Supervisor Richter seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, the following Public Works items were approved:
1. Waived the second reading of the ordinance reducing
the speed limit on Elliott Road; adopted Ordinance 1946 and the Chairman
authorized to-sign.
2. Approved the following right-of-way acquisition agreements
for sale; authorized the Chairman to sign; and authorized the Auditor
to issue warrants upon demand of county's escrow agent:
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Pearson Road ~~57422-76-2 John Babcock,-et ux 0.043 $700 0 $700
Pearson Road ~F57422-76-2 Scott Arnold White 0,017 152 -- 152
3. Approved additional minor grading in an amount not to exceed
$500 which would provide fox future expansion of the Superior Court parking
lot; with the funding coming from revenue sharing.
4. Approved contract change order No. 1, paving of pathways on
Elliott Road, Project dF58431-78-2 in the increasing amount of $19,648.47
which provides for completion of filling in ditches with fill material and
placing dike along the road to allow the paving of the pathways and the
Chairman authorized to sign.
5, Accepted the work of John H. Franklin for the paving of
pathways on Elliott Road, Project ~k58431-78-2; accepted<:the work>of
Robnson.Constructon:Cor:for the Nelson Avenue, Project ~k29353-77-1;
authorized the Chairman to sign notices of completion and directed the
Clerk to record said notices of completion.
6. Approved contract change order No. 1, Chico walkways,
Project ~~CW-77-1 in the increasing amount of $1,300 providing for
constructing a retaining wall along the back of a sidewalk along a
property on East Avenue-and authorized the Chairman to sign.
7. Accepted the improvements for Shasta Estates Subdivision;
authorized release of performance bond and labor and materials bond and
commenced the one-year maintenance period,
8. Approved Meadow Estates Subdivision map; accepted public
utility easements and Meadow Road, Rush Court, and Grass Court as shown
on the subdivision map and offered for dedication and granted in fee;
authorized Chairman to sign subdivision agreement.
9, Adopted Resolution 78-125 of intention ordering the formation
of the Meadow Estates Street fighting Maintenance District and the
Chaixman authorized to sign.
78-1328 APPROVE NEGATIVE DECLARATION, ENVIRONMENTAL STATEMENT FOR SKXWAX
FAS PROJECT ~~X742(1): AUTHORIZED ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW DIRECTOR TO FILE
NOTICE OF DETERMINATION WITH CLERIC AND STAT_E_CLEARINGHOUSE - APPROVE PROJECT
Clay Castleberry, public works director, stated that the County
should be able to advertise the project the first or second week of Auguste
Earl Nelson, environmental review director, set out the background
of the negative declaration. Notice has been published. The Board must
hold a hearing on the negative declaration before it can be adopted.
The traffic is going to increase whether the project is built or not.
The level of air pollution will decrease. The environmental concern
regarding the weeds have been mitigated,
Hearing on the negative declaration open to the public.
Appearing No one.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, the negative declaration was adopted with the
findings that the project will not have a significant effect; it has
been found that the overall project will not have a significant effect
upon the environment for the following reasons: '
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1. There will be no significant change in the location or
function of the existing roadway. Existing traffic volumes will increase
with or without the project until congestion levels are reached, The
four-lane facility is expected to allow the Skyway to carry an additional
10 to 15% more traffic than the existing two-lane facility could provide
in 1997.
2. No changes are anticipated in the character or composition
of traffic.
3e No living units, businesses or other structures will be
removed and no persons will be displaced.
4. No schools, parks, recreational areas or historical areas
will be effected.
5. The project will not effect wildlife breeding, nesting or
feeding grounds.
6o No significant effect on air or water quality is expected
diie to the projecto
7. No significant inducement to planned growth is expentEd
because of this project.
8. There will be no significant increase in noise levels
caused by the project.
approval of the project was recommended and the Eauironmental Review
Director was authorized to file the notice of completion with the Clerk and
State Clearinghouse.
78-1329 RECONFIRM AUTHORIZATION TO INSTALL CONCRETE OVERFLOW SECTION ON THE
RIVER ROAD AT THE BALLARD HOUSE
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and unanimously carried, the authorization to install concrete overflow
section on the River Road at the Ballard house was reconfirmed.
78-1330 AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF SB325 FUNDS FROM CLARK ROAD PROJECT TO PEARSON
ROAD PROJECT SUBJECT TO BCAG APPROVAL
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Richter
and unanimously carried, the transfer of SB325 funds from the Clark Road
project to the SB325 funds for the Pearson Road project was approved
subject to BCAG approval.
78-1331 BUTTE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION - PROPOSED GENERAL PLAN CHANGE
FROM "TIMBER MOUNTAINOUS TERRAIN" TO "INDUSTRIAL" PROPERTY LOCATED ON
THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF ROBINSON MILL ROAD AND LA PORTS ROAD, CONTAINING
APPROXIMATELY ONE ACRE, EAST OF OROVILLE - SETTING OF PUBLIC HBARING
TAKEN OFF AGENDA
At the request of Bettye Blair, interim planning director, the
setting of a public hearing for the Butte County Planning Commission
proposed general plan change from "timber mountainous terrain" to "industrial"
property located on the southwest corner of Robinson Mill Road and La Porte
Road, containing approximately one acre, east of Oroville was taken off
agenda.
78-1332 PUBLIC HEARING DATES SET
The following public hearing dates were set to consider Planning
items:.___:
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1. A public hearing date of August 15, 1978 at 10:15 a.m. was
set for consideration of the Jay Halbert and Ward Bailey proposed negative
declaration and rezone from "A-YO" (agricultural, ten acre parcels) to
"SR-1" (suburban residential, one-acre parcels) property located on the
southwest corner of Oak Park Avenue and Rose Avenue, identified as
AP 42-21-17, containing five acres, more or less, Chico.
2. A public hearing date of August 1S, 1978 at 10:45 a.m. was
set for consideration of the Durham Pump Shop proposed negative declaration
and rezone from "A-5" (agricultural, five acre parcels) to "M-1" (light
industrial) property located on the south side of Durham Highway at
Jones Avenue, identified as AP 40-20-4, 53, 54 and 55, containing five
acres, more or less, Durham.
3. A public hearing date of August 22, 1978 at 9:30 a.m. was
set for consideration of the Butte County Planning Commission proposed
negative declaration and rezone from "A-2" (general) and "interim R-N"
(residential-nonconforming) to "R-N" (residential-nonconforming), "C-2"
(general commercial), "M-1"(light industrial) and "P-Q" (public-quasi
public) property located south of the Oroville City Limits, east of the
Southern Pacific Railroad right-of-way, west of the east line of Sections
17 and 20, T19N, R4E, NIDB&M and north and west of Lincoln Street, Myers
Street and Ithaca Street.
4. Aapublic hearing date of August 22, 1978 at 9:45 a.m. was.
set for consideration of the Butte County Planning Commission proposed
negative declaration and rezone from "A-2" (general) to "TM-40" (timber
mountain 40 acre parcels} property located approximately 1/2 mile north
of Binet Road, approximately one and one-half miles northeast of La Porte
Road, identified as AP 73-21-08.
78-1333 REPORT TO THE BOARD REGARDING RICHARD W. JONES - DENIED NEGATIVE
DECLARATION AND REZONE FROM "A-5" {AGRICULTURAL, FIVE ACRE PARCELS) TO
"SR-1" (SUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL, ONE ACRE PARCELS) PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE
NORTHEAST CORNER OF DAYTON DURHAM HIGHWAY AND BURDICK ROAD, IDENTIFIED
AS AP 39-24-40 CONTAINING 22.6 ACRES, MORE OR LESS,,, DURHAM
Report to the Board regarding Richard W.~~Jones denied negative
declaration and rezone from "A-5" {agriculture, five acre paroles) to
"SR-1" (suburban residential, one acre parcels) property located on the.
northeast corner of Dayton Durham Highway and Burdick Road, identified
as AP 39-24-40, containing 22.6 acres, more or less, Durham. Information.
A public hearing date of August 15, 1978 at 9:45 a.m, has been set.
78-1334 AUTHORIZE PLANNING DEPARTMENT TO REPRINT 100 COPIES OF THE BUTTE
COUNTY GENERAL PLAN FOR AVAILABILITY TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AT COST OF
PRINTING
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, the Planning Department was authorized to reprint
100 copies of the Butte County General ,Plan for availability to the general
public at a cost of printing.
78-1335 WAIVE FEES FOR VARIANCE HEARING AND AUTHORIZE PLANNING DIRECTOR
TO USE THE ENTERPRISE RECORD TO ADVERTISE-THE HEARING TO BE HELD ON
AUGUST 2, 1978 BEFORE THE BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT RE: FIREHOUSE ON
COUTELENC ROAD AND THE CHANGE TN THE SETBACK ON THE REAR LOT LINE
Bettye Blair, interim planning director, stated that variances
are categorically exempt from environmental review.
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Richter
and unanimously carried, the fees for a variance hearing were waived;
the Planning Director was authorized to use the Chico Enterprise Record
to advertise the hearing to be held on August 2, 1978 before the Board of
Zoning Adjustment on the variance-to:change in setback on the rear lot line
for firehouse on Coutelenc Road. Page 75. July 18, 1978
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78-1336 AUTHORIZE BRINGING BACK OF ORDINANCE TO ALLOW PETITION FOR VARIANCE
TO,SECTTONS. 19.-ZO AND./OR Z9.-12 OF THE BUTTE COUNTX CODE UNDER HEARING
PROCEDURES IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS
Supervisor Richter stated that the petition for variance to
Sections 19-10 and/or 19-12 of the Butte County Code for placement of
a mobile home on property is a very good thing. This is for care of
parents. This enables younger people to take care of their parents.
Supervisor Richter suggested that the policy be changed to allow these
variances with a public hearing to place mobile homes in alI zoning
areas. At the present time they ark only allowed where mobile homes
are allowedo They should also be allowed in residential areas where
there are conventional homes.
Chairman Winston stated that he was opposed to this as
single family residences are entitled to protection.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by.Supervisor Moseley
and carried, an ordinance to allow a petition for variance to Sections
19-10 and/or 19-12 of the Butte County Code for placement of a mobile
home after public hearing procedures in residential areas was authorized
to be brought back to the Soard.
AYES: Supervisors Lemke, Madigan, Moseley and Richter
NOES: Chairman Winston
78-133.7 APPOINTMENTS CONTINUED TO JULY 25, 1978
The following appointments were continued to July 25, 1978:
1. Appointments to the Housing and Community Development
Advisory Committee.
20 Appointment to the Butte County Council for Senior Citizens.
3. Appointment to the Human Services Advisory Commission,
78-1338 SUPERV.CSOR MADIGAN AND STAFF TO ATTEND WATER RIGHTS LEGISLATION
SYMPOSIUM ON GOVERNORS RECOMMENDATIONS AUGUST 30, 1978 AT WOODLAKE
INN. SACRAMENTO
Supervisor Madigan and staff are to attend the water rights
legislation symposium on Governor s recommendations on August 30, 1978
at the Woodlake Inn, Sacramento.
78-1339 ADDITIONAL MATTERS PRESENTED BY BOARD MEMBERS
Supervisor Richter will attend the meeting on Wednesday in
Alturas regarding the nutrition services.
Chairman Winston referred to a memo from Jim Rackerby, personnel
director, regarding the implementation of Judge Houghton's request that ,
her salary increase be donated and used for a law library in Chico.
It agpears that the request could be implemented,
Chairman Winston stated that there was a memo from Jim Rackerby,
personnel director, regarding the 40-hour work week suggestion.
Supervisor Richter stated that it would be very unfortunate if
the Board were to ask the County employees to take no raise and ask them
to work more hours. at the same time. He is opposed to this<
78-1340 ADOPT RESOLUTION 78-126 SUPPORT OF SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY RESOLUTION
RELATIVE TO SALARIES OF JUDGES IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
On motion of Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, Resolution 78-126 supporting San Bernardino County's
resolution relative to salaries of judges in the State of California was
adopted and the Chairman authorized to.sign.
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78-1341 DISCUSSION AUDITOR'S MEMO: MOTION TO REFER ACTIONS OF AUDITOR TO
GRAND JURY FOR THE PURPOSE OF ERERCISING BOARD'S POWER OF GENERAL
SUPERVISION WITHDRAWN:;MOTION TO REDUCE SALARY OF AUDITOR TO ONE PERCENT
OF PRESENT SALARX FAILS
', Discussion of the Auditor's memo had at this time,
Supervisor Lemke stated that the Soard has a responsibility
to see that all departments run as they should be whether it is elective
office or not.
Dan Blackstock, county counsel, stated that if the Board felt
that the Auditor had acted imprudently, they could call the Auditor
before them and "ask him to correct it. The Board has no power to remove.
The Grand Jury could come in with an accusation which would be tried in
Superior Court,
It was moved by Supervisor Lemke that the actions of the County
Auditor be brought to the attention of the Grand Jury newly impounded
for the purpose of exercising the Board's power of general supervision.
Discussion of the motion had at this time, There is a time
aspect. This could take longer than January 1, 1979.
Supervisor Richter suggested that the County consider the
Administrative Office and the Board of Supervisors hiring Jim Johansen
in order to evalue what goes on. Secondly, that the Auditor be paid
commensurate with the good that he does.
Motion withdrawn.
It was moved by Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
that the Board reduce the Auditor's salary to one percent of his present
salary.
AYES,: Supervisor Madigan and Richter
NOES: Supervisor Lemke, Moseley and Chairman Winston
Motion fails.
78-1342 ADDITIONAL MATTERS PRESENTED BY BOARD MEMBERS
Chairman Winston stated that the discussion of changes in
working conditions must be negotiated so they must be discussed in
executive session.
Chairman Winston stated that the Board has a copy of the
Butte County Planning Commission minutes regarding burning regulationso
Information; no action taken.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: The Board recessed at 1:20 p.m. to-hold an executive
session regarding litigation and personnel matters.
RECONVENE: The Board reconvened at 1:55 p.m. following an executive
session regarding potential litigation and personnel matters.
78-1343 ADDITIONAL MATTERS PRESENTED BY BOARD MEMBERS
Chairman Winston announced that on July 25, 1978 at 1:30 p.m.
the Board will be having a meeting with EDAW regarding the NOI hearings
before the Energy Commission. During the meeting there will be several
matters of interest discussed relative to the PG&E coal fired plant.
Supervisor Madigan stated that the Chico Enterprise Record
received a notice of a hearing on Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. regarding
the study and survey regarding riparian rights and vegetation rights on
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Supervisor Madigan asked that an item be placed on the agenda
for next week. .This is concerning the problems between the Reclamation
Board and the U. S. Army Corp of Engineers. This can affect both Butte
and Shasta Counties.
Supervisor Madigan commented on a story that appeared in the
newspaper regarding the Grand Jury telling the Board of Supervisors to
visit all of the offices in Shasta County.
Supervisor Madigan reported that the Area Disabilities Health
Council has voted to leave their bylaws as they are.
Supervisor Madigan stated that he had talked to a group of
water attorneys about the possibility of bringing a lawsuit to protect
the bank protection interests along the Sacramento River, The Nine
Northern. Counties will support this action.
Supervisor Moseley stated that she was impressed with the
San Diego County resolution relative to state mandated programs.
RECESS
There being nothing .furthe before the Bo rd at thi time
the meeting was recessed at 2:02 p. . to reconvene o Tuesda , July 25
1978 at 9:00 a,m.
ATTEST: CLARK A, NELSON, COUNTY C ERK _ 1
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