HomeMy WebLinkAboutM072578July 25, [978
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
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COUNTY OF BUTTE )
The Board of Supervisors met at 8:00 a.m. pursuant to adjournment,
Present: Supervisors Lemke, Madigan, Moseley, Richter and Chairman Winston,
Clif Mickelson, Administrative Officer, Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, and
Clark A. Nelson, County Clerk, by Margie Catt, Asst, Clerk of the Board.
RECESS: The Board recessed at 8:01 for an executive session to discuss litigation.
RECONVENED: The Board reconvened at 9:00 a.mo following an executive session.
Chairman Winston reported on the Executive Session.
78-1344 COUNTY COUNSEL TO SEEK INJUNCTION AGAINST LESLIE SMOTHERS,
RE ZONING LAWS, BUTTE MEADOWS AREA
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Lemke and
unanimously carried, County Counsel was authorized, to seek an injunction against
Leslie Smuthers to make him ®bey zoning laws, regarding his ado~,~a:adow sites
78-1345 APPROVAL OF MINUTES, JULY 11 & July 18, 1978
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Moseley and
unanimously carried, the minutes of July I I, 197$, Item 78-1277, was corrected
to state that the Bruce Road project was awarded- to Butte Creek Rock in the
amount of $b8,513, rather than fio Robinson Construction Company.
Minutes of July fl, 1978 relating to the approval of Walnut Woods
Subdivision discussedo Neil McCabe, attorney for opponants, filed a fetter
requesting that the minutes tart be approved as he felt the minutes relating
to this were not as he heard the matter and that they were not accurate,
His letter sets out his opposition. Del Siemsen, deputy county counsel, reported
that the minutes did set out the motions as so stated from the notes of the
clerk. He would not suggest that a meeting be held to discuss them; recommended
that the minutes be ratified as presented.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Lemke and
unanimously carried, the minutes of July II, 1978 were approved as mailed,
with the above correction.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, .seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, the minutes of July 18, 1978 were appr-cued as mailed,
78-13.46 COMMUNICATIONS
Mrs. H W. Weedon, Berry Creeko Mrs: Weedori writes indicating rear me ,yuairor
should be censored for his reprehensiv'~ conduct. Information only,
Butte Tribal Council. The Council writes forwarding information to be included in
the environmental impact, report for the Craig=Mooretown Ridge rezone.
Held over to the August 8th hearing.
Butte County Mosquito Abatement District. The District sends notification that
Arthur Smith has moved from the county and is no longer able to serve on the
Boarml of Trustees, Posted by Administrative Officer.-
California Central Valleys Flood Control Association. The Association requests that
the Board continue to support their organization by including .$6~~ for memberships
in the budget. To be__held_until budget session. --
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Halsey Fink, Paradise. Mr. Fink forwards a complaint concerning fhe Paradise Taxi
Service. Referred to Public Works Director for discussion with operator.
Shasta County Community Action Agency. The Agency requests that Butte County
send two representatives to attend a meeting in September of a newly formed Northern
California Regional Commission on Aging. Adm. Officer to contact Mr. Adams and
have them select a representative to attend 'the meeting.
Synanon Foundation, Inc. The Organization writes concerning services they have
available fo assist counties as a result of Proposition 13. Referred fo Administrative
Officer to send copies to Probation Dept. and Welfare Department,
Oroville-Wyandotte Irrigation District. The District forwards three resolutions
concerning the setting of a tax rate of $1.50 per $100 on land only, adding
to the tax rolls delinquent accounts, and adding to the tax rolls- Improvement
District #5 assessments, Administrafive Officer to refer to Auditor.
Lean McCaslin, attorney of law. The Attorney, on behalf of Sharon J. Gibson, forwards a
claim in the amount of $102,000 as a result of an accident occurring April 21, 1978.
See motion following communications.
U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The Department forwards
an informational. copy of fhe reporf on audit of the Butte County Housing
Authority as of September 30, 1976. Referred to Administrative Officer
to make report fo Board.
State Department of Wafer Resources. The Department forwards information
concerning the capital cost of the Sfafe Water Project for the period
January 1, 1973 through June 30, 1976 and requests that the Board
approve agreement reached between the state and representatives of
the wafer contractors to implement such agreement, Supervisor Madigan explained
this item. Adm. Officer to report on the matter.
State Department of Youth Authority. The Department forwards information
concerning the implementation ofAssembly Bill 90 relating to County
Justice System Subvention Programs which has been signed into law by
the Governor. Another Committee will have to be appointed. There will be a
meeting on August 2 at the Yuba County Court House, Ramification of Bill
set out, Board will have to take a good look at fhe placing of CETA people
in fhese offices, Chairman Winston, Probation Officer, Auditor, Sheriff and
Administrative Officer to attend the meeting on August 2, i97$.
Solid Waste Management Board. The Board sends notification that-fhe Plan Review
Committee will review the Butte County Solid Waste Management Plan
Amendment on July 27, 1978 and that the amendment will be brought before
the full Board for consideration of approval on July 28, 1978 at the meeting
in Oakland. Letter referred to Clay Castleberry, Director of Public Works,
Beich Mobile Home Soles & Park, Red Bluffo The firm appeals the Board of
Supervisors approval of the five acre limitation which was- part of the Butte
Creek Canyon rezone for property adjoining the Skyway and along Comanchee
Creek. Referred to County Counsel. No action fo be taken; cannot appeal
Board action in these matters,
Community Services Administration. The Admirtisfrafion writes regarding 'de-greening"
of the Butte County EOC and take a neutral position regarding fhe matter.
Discussed, Admi'rafstratiive Offi~eerexplained the procedures to follow.
Put over unfi! later in fhe meeting for discussion.
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78-134 7 REJECT CLAIM OF SHARON J. GIBSON
On motion of Supervisor Ric ter, seconded by Supervisor Nbseley and
unanimously carried, the claim of Sharon J. Gibson, in the amount of $102,000
was rejected and referred to County Counsel.
78-1348 PUBLIC HEARING: EXTENSION OF INTERIM A-40 (AGRICULTURAL, 40 ACRE
PARCELS) PROPERTY LOCATED IN VICINITY OF CHICO MUNICIPAL AIRPORT:
ADOPT ORDINANCE F94'7
The pub is hearing on the extension of Interim A-40 (agricultural, 40 acre
parcels) for property located in the vicinity of Chico Municipal Airport was held
as advertisedo The present interim expires July 26, 1978. Mr. Geiser, Planning
Departmenf, set out the background of this zoning. The Board of Supervisors and
the City of Chico jointly hired a consultant to do a study of this area. A summary
of the information will be given to the Planning Commission shortly, In talking
with Mrs. Blair, it was felt that at this time the best thing would be to extend the
interim zoning for a period of one year,
Hearing opened. to the public. Appearing:
DeVere Pace, stated he would like to see the interim zone extended.
2, Mr, Jay Garner, stated he had property on both sides of Hicks Lane.
He would like to have his property on the east side removed from this zoning and
considered with Pace's zoning. Part of his land is in the study being made of
the area.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board.. Bettye Blair,
interim Planning Director, requested that Mr. Garner show the location of his
property on the map that was set up for Board inspection. Mrs. Blair stated that
due to the proximity of this property of Mr. Garners, she would like to see it
remain in the interim zoning.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, the Interim A-40 zoning for property located in the
vicinity of the Chico Municipal Airport was approved for extension of a period
of one year; Ordinance 1947 was adopted and the Chairman authorized to
sign.
78-1349 DISCUSSION: MEMO FROM COUNTY AUDITOR: RE TAX RAC
Supervisor Richter commented on the memo from the County Auditor about
the unsecured tax rate, He stated he has some great concern about this, The
Auditor stated that the Attorney General's opinion states that the $4,00 tax rate
should be set, The memo requests an opinion from County Counsel. To 6e
discussed when County, Counsel, Dan Blackstock, is presento
78-1350 APPROVE PARADISE RE MODEL/ADDIT9'~t~l CHANGE ORDER
A change order) has been prepared to add 91 and 6 days to the
construction contract,
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Moseley and
unanimously carried, change order for Paradise remodel/addition to add $91
and 6 days to the construction;lgq~rl;:was approved and the Chairman
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78--1351 ADOPT RESOLUTION 78-127, PROCESSING OF LIABILITY CLAIMS AND
AGREEMENT FOR CLAIMS ADJUSTMENT SERVICES
A reso ution 'has been prepared revising the trust account and managers
claims payment procedure. An agreement has also been prepared with Brown
Brothers Adjusters in an amount not to exceed $3,000 (except for catastrophic
liability loss}, Term of the agreement is through June 30, 1979,
Supervisor Richter stated he was concerned that the County have a
sufficient reserve. Insurance retention fund discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, .seconded by Supervisor Lemke and
unanimously carried, Resolution 78-127 processing of liability claims and
agreement for claims. adjustment services adopted, Chairman authorized to sign and
agreement with Brown Brothers Adjusters approved and Chairman authorized to
sign.
78-1352 PUBLIC HEARING: BUTTE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION: GENERAL
PLAN CHANGE FROM INDUSTRIAL TO MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL,
9-12 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE AND COMMERCIAL, AND FROM MEDIUM LOW
DENSITY RESIDENTIAL, 5-8 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE TO COMMERCIAL,
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL, 9-12 dwelling UNITS PER ACRE, f NDUSTR[AL
AND PUBLIC (SOUTH OROVILLE) ADOPT RESOLUTION 78-131
The public hearing on the Butte County Planning Commission request for
General Plan change from industrial to medium density residential, 9-12 dwelling
units per acre and commercial, and from medium low density residential, 5-8 dwelling
units per acre to commercial, medium density residential, 9-12 dwelling units per
acre, industrial and public (South Oroville) was held as advertised. Mrs. Blair
stated that a small exhibit had been given to the Board members, Commercial
areas identified, The map sets out the existing land use in the are9. There is a
negative declaration prepared. The County is limited to three hearings a year
on changes to the General Plan, The Board could continue this hearing and take
action when other changes are requested.
Hearing on the negative declaration held at this time, Earl Nelson,
Environmental Director, stated that there has been substantial development in
the area. Traffic and drainage impacts could be handled later,
Hearing opened to the public on the negative declaration. Appearing:
No one. Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Boardo
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Moseley and
unanimously carried, it was found that the proposed project could not have a
significant effect on the environment and a negative declaration is accepted,
Hearing on the General Plan held, omd opened to the public.
Appearing: no one. Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board.
It was recommended that the General Plan change be approved at this time.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Moseley and
unanimously carried, the General Plan change was approved as recommended,
with the finding to indicate that it is consistent with the text of the General
Plan in relations to the area in question,. Resolution78-131 adopted and the
Chairman authorized to signu~ g,
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78-1353 DISCUSSION OF CONTRACTING FOR JANITORIAL AND HEATING
AND REFRIGERATION MAINTENANCE SERVICES
Contracting for janitorial and heaFing and refrigeration maintenance
services discussed, Flo - ~ a iria `i•~,•~
Administrative Officer was authorized to negotiate with local
firms for these services.
78-1354 BUDGET TRANSFER APPROVED
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded 6y Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, the following budget transfer was approved:
B-278 Health Services - Environmerita) Health. Establishes a
budget for the septpge study grant which was approved by the Board of
Supervisors on Morch 28, 1978. This is a $20,000 budget for professional
and specialized services with funding as follows: federal, $15,000;
state, $2,500; and' local (reserve), $2,500. ~`
78-1355 COMMUNITY SERVICES ADMINISTRATION: GRANT AUGMENTATION
APPROVAL GRANTED
A new salary schedule and salary increase retroactive to January I, 1978
has been prepared and is outlined in the augmentation funds grant. Grant was
approved 6y the Community Services Administration on June- 15, 19780
Razia Khan, Special Services Executive Director, stated she had
checked with the Auditor and he stated that this has to be approved.
The salary of Razia Khan will be handled during budget time. Action
to be taken discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Lemke and
unanimously carried, salary schedule and salary increase approved,
retroactive to January I, 1978, as requestedo
78-1356 APPROVE PROJECT PROGRESS REVIEW REPORT
An evaluation of programs has been prepared as a cooperative
effort of EOC staff and the program committee of the administering board
for submission to the Community Services Administration, The evaluation
has been approved by the administering board.
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, projecf progress review report was approved and the
Chairman authorized to sign.
78-1357 APPROVE RE-PROGRAMMING OF CARRY-OVER FUNDS
The external audit indicates acarry-over alance as follows:
administration - $5,360; Community Services Programs-$9,273; and
summer youth recreation program - $1,213. Community Services Administration
regulations allow for re-programming of carry-over funds within 10°l0 of the
budget. Revised budgets have been prepared in accordance with these
regulations for budgeting a1i carry-over funds in non-personnel categories.
The administering board has approved the allocation of these funds.
On motion of Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and --
unanimously carried, reprpgribm~idg:of funds approved and Chairman
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78-135$ APPROVE AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PLAN MODIFICATION
The Economic Development Administration requires as a condition of
the Myers Street industrial development grant a modification in the county's
1478 Affirmative Action Plan to include specific goals and-time tables to
attain female and minority representation in the county's work force.
Mr. Jim Rackerby, Personnel Director, sent the Board members
information on this plan. Mr. Rackerby stated he had received a telephone
call stating that the County's grant was not in complete detail. .After reviewing
the detailed plan adopted by the Board in January, it was stated that it was
inaccurate.
Discussion continued to time following public hearing.
78-f359 PUBLIC HEARING: C. L. SKI LES-APPEAL OF ADVISORY AGENCY'S
CONDITION ~:~~, TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP, LOCATED ON SOUTH SIDE OF
CLARE MO NT DRIVE, OROVILLE: TAKEN OFF AGENDA
Clay Castleberry, Director of Public Works, stated he had received
a notice from the applicant requesting that this matter be withdrawn. At this
time the above hearing was cancelled and no action taken.
RECESS: I O:OD
RECONVENED: 10:10
78-13b0 APPROVE AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PLAN MODIFICATION
Mr. Rocker y setout t e ackground on t e modification to the Affirmative
Action Plan. His staff has taken the January Affirmative Action Plan that sets forth
the areas that needed work and placed them into goals and timetables. He feels
that it wilt be approved with this foremat. The problem is that Prop. 13 is going
to affect any hiring plan.
Supervisor Richter stated he had read the modification to the piano He stated
he had three daughters and he feels that they should have equal opportunity with
men in the matter of hiring. He wants the County to get qualified women in
qualified posifiions.
On motion of Supervisor ~R'i~ahteq„ seconded by Supervisor Lemke and
unanimously carried, modification to 1978 Affirmative Action Plan setting specific
goals and time tables for hiring was approved as detailed in the memo from
Mr, Rackerby.
78-1361 LAND DEVELOPMENT PROCESSING REPORT: PUT OVER ONE WEEK
Land development processing reportrecev~xdd by the Board members.
Chairman Winston stated he felt it was an excellent report, Board members to
study the report and it will be discussed at the meeting of August I, 1978.
362-~I~ISI~~R~d€-NTION-000:1 GRANT: ADOPT RESOLUTION 78-128
A grant application and contract as been prepared on eha f of Rape Crisis
Intervention for purposes of funding an Office of Criminal Justice Planning grant in
the amount of $Il,ill (federal $10,000, State $555 and local $556). The local
match will be provcieled by he Associated Stnrdents of Cclifornia State U"r,iversity at
Chico,
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Pamela Bowen stated that at present they are operating without funds.
Supervisor Richter stated he had some questions on the mattero He asked if it
was the intent of the grant to go far the three years and then continue after
the grant has been. completed, It is the intent of the grant to provide a.vehicle
for adoption of the procedures and policies in the law enforccement agency in the
future, It could become a part of the Sheriff's Department in the future. They
are requesting that it be adopted for this year only. She felt that there is a
need for this type service.. The Sheriff agrees to act as sponsor for the program.
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, contract with Rape Crisis intervention was approved;
Resolution 78-128 adopted authorizing the Sheriff to sign grant as project
coordinator, and the Chairman was authorized to sign the contract and resolution,
78-1363 APPROVE APPLICATION FOR BOWLING ALLEY: PARADISE RECREATION CORP.
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, the bowling alley application for Paradise Recreation
Corporation to conduct a bowling alley at 6696 Clark Road, Paradise was approved,
78-1364 ADOPT RESOLUTION 78-129 SALE OF TAX DEEDED PROPERTY
A reso ution has een prepared to se tax deeded property identified
as AP 6646-04 which is part of lot 16, town of Magalia at a minimum price of
$300,
On motion of Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Lemke and
unanimously carried, Resolution 78-129 for sale of tax deeded property was
adopted and the Chairman authorized to sign.
78-1365 APPROVE PLANS & SPECS, PEARSON ROAD, AUTHORIZE PAYMENT OF
li;/W ACQUISITION, SPRR OROVILLE BRANCHLINE AND MANZANITA AVE.
FUND TRANSFER
On motian of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Moseley and
unanimously carried, the following action was taken:
I. Approved plans and specification; for Pearson Road, Project
No. 57422-76-2, authorized Chairman and Director of Public Works to sign
plans; adopted wage scale; set bid opening at II:00 a.m. in Public Works Office,
August 17, 1978; and encumbered prior year funds.
2. Authorized payment of $,325 to Southern Pacific Company for right
of way acquisition, SPRR Oroville branchline, upon receipt of easement deed
conveying right-of-way to county,
3. Approved fund transfer of $6,000 from Warner Street (WO 8043) to
Manzanita Avenue (WC~ 8038) subject to BCAG approval,-
78-1366 APPROVE 1978-79 ANNUAL TRANSPORTATION CLAIM FOR STREETS & ROADS
Clay Castleberry, Director of Public Works, requested approval of the annual
claim for streets and roads for submission to BCAG at-their meeting Wednesday,
July 26, 1978.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Lemke and
unanimously carried, the annual~~c,lgir~~for streets and roads was approved, after
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finding that no further unmet trasisportation needs exist that can be reasonably met, based
on the results of the hearings, for submission to BCAG at the meeting on
July 26, 1978.
78-1367 APPROVE AGREEMENT OF SALE OF COUNTY_SURPLUS PROPERTY,
OLIVER & SKYWAY: ADOPT RESOLUTION 78-i30 SUMMARY OF ABAND1v1ENT
Mr. Caste erry reported on t e sa a of t e Burp us county property
at Oliver and Skyway. They received appraisals of the property; they have met
with Mr. Culberson and have arrived at a negotiated price of $11,000 for said
property. An agreement of sale and Deed has been prepared for signatures.
Mrs. Marge Yerman, Paradise, read a prepared letter regarding this
sale. She had previously requested the opportunity to bid on Phis property.
Chairman Winston stated that in this case, the county felt they had an
obligation to the buyer whcoisltiie owner of the abutting property.. He staled
that moral obligations are as important as money obligations.
Mrs. Yerman felt the Board did not have all the facts on this matter.
She again requested that this be put out to bid and place a minimum of $10,000
on the property.
It was moved by Supervisor Richter that the Board rescind their action
of last week regarding the safe of county surplus property at Skyway and Olivero
Motion died for lack of a second.
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
carried, the agreement of sale for county surplus property at Oliver and Skyway
was approved, reserving the easements for all utilities subject to all easements. of
record, Chairman was authorized to sign the agreement and Deed; Resolution
78-130 of summary abandonment was adopted and the Chairman authorized to signo
AYES: Supervisors Lemke, Madigan, Moseley and Chairman Winston
NOES: Supervisor Richtero
78-1368 REPORT TO BOARD REGARDING MC LAUGHLIN/GREEN'SUBDIVISION"
Report to Board regarding McLaug in Green "Su division"acknowledged
at this time. Bettye Blair stated she had sent copies to all Board members.
Dan Blackstock stated he had discussed this yesterday with the interested partieso
Placed on the agenda for Tuesday, August I, 1978 at 10:45 a.m., under County
Counsel's items.
78-1369 LEGAL OPINION CONCERNING REFUND OF FILING FEES FOR HENRY
GILBERT CANDATE FOR MARSHAL OF CHICO JUDICIAL DISTRICT
Legal opinion of County Counsel. concerning refund of filing fees for
Henry Gilbert candidate for Marshal of the Ghico Judicial District in the amount
of $369.2$ discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Moseley and
unanimously carried, refund of filing fees in the amount of $319.28 for Henry
Gilbert was approveda
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78-1370 DISCUSSION: GARBAGE LICENSE LIABILITY INSURANCE
Don Blac stoc[<,-County Counse ,stated that in t e gar age license
ordinance there is a provision that requires liability insurance, He explained
the matter of coverage for property damage and personal damage. He felt
should take a combined limit of $300,000 for both .coverages. It was felt that
the whole policy of requiring liability insurance was going to have to be
changed.
Referred to Risk Management Coordinator for a report.
78-1371 PUBLIC HEARING-1978-79 BUDGET & FINAL HEARING ON REVENUE
SHARING: CONTINUED TO JULY 26, 1978
The hearing on the 1978-79 budget and fins( hearing on Revenue Sharing
was opened and continued to Wednesday, July 26, 1978, following the BCAG
meeting. Administrative Officer will distribute list of possible cuts in the
budget. This fist is based on the effects of Prop. 13.
78-1372 APPEARANCE: ORIN STRATTON, CHICO
Orrin Stratton, Chico, President of Butte County Tax Payers Association,
spoke concerning -Fropositign 13o He feels that he has a good grasp of the
feelings of the people in the areao In Butte County, Proposition 13 passed by
a 3 to I voted The people are dissatisfied with the total. cost of government.
This is what brought on Proposition 13o He felt there should 6e an audit at
State level to determine what money there is down in Sacramento. He urged
the Board members to carefully exam this year's budget during their budget
sessions.
78-1373 APPEARANCE: MR. P. GILBERT, HONCUT: COMPLAINT ABOUT USE
OF HERBICIDES IN THE HONCUffAREA
Mr. Peacher Gilbert, Honcutarea, stated he has a problem with .the
spraying of herbicides,' His entire garden has been completely wiped out.
He was present today to protest and request that- the Board restrict the
spraying in that area and not to allow aeribl a~praying. He presented samples
of tomatoes and leaves from his trees and other plant specimens. Chairman
Winston requested that he leave the samples and the Board will refer the matter
to the ~9 Commissioner. Mr, Bandy will report back to the Board on the
matter, sending a copy to Mr. Gilbert.
78-1374 APPEARANCE: MARILYN THRASHER, SENIOR CITIZENS NUTRITION PROGRAM
Mrs. Marilyn Thrasher, Senior Citizens Nutrition Program in Oroville area,
reported that she had attended a project meeting in Alturas last week. At that
meeting she was asked about the m'~€l~sacn~wr6mels program. She explained how
she operated her kitchen. Health Department has inspected it and has stated
that the kitchen is not adequate. She has discussed the program with Ms, Khan.
She delivers 90 meals d day or better,
EOC does have a nutrition program. These people could be worked into this
program; they could learn nutrition., frorp.Mrs., Thrasher's programo
Administrative Officer to work as ~~isanvladtwberiC~+fil~ea~ro.Snp~., He will
talk with Mrs. Khan and with Mr, Cowen. Wiil also talk with Mrs. Thrasher.
Mrs, Thrasher presented a petition to Chairman Winston regarding the _
meals on wheels program. page 87.
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Supervisor Richter stated that when he attended the Red Bluff meeting he
was told that Mrs. Thrasher was over the allowable number of home deliveries and
they were going to cut her offo He pleaded with them to extend the funding and they
have extended it for 120 days so something could be worked aut. -Mrs, Thrasher said
she had received State permission for the number of deliveries she made. Chairman
Winston felt the whole program was a mess. In the meantime, the County is going to
have to get along with these groups.
Mr. Mickelson will meet with the groups and try to have Mrs, Thrasher's
operation moved to the EOC facility on Lincoln Street. He will report back to the
Board next week.
375 APPEARANCE: PAT BIGELOW, ROBINSON STREET, OROVILLE
Pat Bigelow, Robinson Street, Oroville, stated he had a parcel map for
property on Ophir Road. He objects to the requirement about the fire hydrants
being placed on the site. He was told to write a letter to the Board appealing the
conditions and that it would be set for hearing.
Referred to Mr, Castleberry to contact the Forestry people and Mr. Bigelow.
1376 APPEARANCE: BILL LAWRENCE, COUNTY AUDITOR
Bi Lawrence, County Auditor, read a memo addressed to Jim Johanson,
Auditor elect, requesting thafi he reconsider his resignation, Memo filed with
Board members and the Clerk. No action taken.
1376 PRESENTATION OF FACILITY MANAGEMENT CONCEPTS
Presentation of facility management concepts given at this time. Gory Wadsworth
and representatives from Computer Science Corporation present to discuss their concepts.
Mro Charlie Trig, Computer Science Corporation, made his presentationo He
showed slides which details their plan. He showed a typical Data Processing Budgeto
About 50°I° is needed for development of new applications. Maintenance is 17°!0 of the budget.
He stated that public administration is in many businesses,
He setout a chart that diagramed the following:
Is focal Government effective in meeting these needs:
Quality of management and technical. resources usually inadequateo
Software inefficient and non-responsive
Hardware pre-occupation
Inadequate management visibility
Invention Syndrome
(User agencies often dissatisfied and frustrated; they often want to invent their
own programs)
Their company will come in and do the work. They will analysis the software; will
train the operators. They will bring in standards procedures. Operation of this type
will provide the needed facilities. Mr. Trite set out a listof the current contracts
with his firm. He explained why the County should go to this company. The company
does not manufacture hard ware; they are only an information systems service. He
set out CSC's technical staff profile.
Ron Preston introduce, and made a presentation about whether this service is
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feasible for this County. They are not here to ask for Board action today. They
are here to tell about the process they go through in all forms of competition, The
study will take about six weeks from start to finish. Following the study there will
be an opportunity to evaulate what they can do for the County. Study methodalogy
set outo The study will be Accomplished at no cost to the County, CSC is the most
qualified firm to assist the County,
If the Board is interested in this, the next step would be to authorize
Administrative Officer to issue request for qualifications.
Bill Lawrence, County Auditor, asked if the departments could talk to
these people in a users committee meeting, They were told that the users would have an
opportunity to discuss this with the company this afternoon.
Mr. Mickelson set out the five steps that would be followed in this matter,
The bidders will supply their qualifications and the Board will decide on the company
to do what is proposed. The company will go in and make the study and will then
make a detailed reporto It was felt that this should be limited to only two companies to
make the study at this time.
Mr. Mickelson will prepare a list and will place this back on the agenda for
Tuesday, August I, 1978.
Users Committee and contractors will meet in Administrative Officer this
afternoon at 1:30.
RECESSED: 12:00
RECONVENED: 1:05
78-1377 APPROVE COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING CONTRACT
A contractual agreement has been prepared with the State Department of
Social Services for reimbursement of community care licensing during the 1978-79
fiscal year and will provide $50,625#o the County, Bob Criscar:,-Welfare Director,
felt this appears to be sufficient for this year.
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, the community care licensing contract was approved and the
Chairman authorized to sign.
78-1378 DISCUSSION: MEMO FROM WELFARE DIRECTOR RE TITLE 20 SERVICES
Bab Crisan, Welfare Director, set out the memo addressed to the Board on
information he received last Friday. Re-allocation of Federal funds explained.
He has reviewed the section of the budget act relating to Title 20 services.
Something has to be done to stay within the allog~ttd~e~c. Mro Crisan stated that
this County is below the 1975-76 amount.
It was recommended that this be referred to County Counsel to press the
County's position. The program can be reduced; amending process has beguno
County Counsel will review-the Social Service plan, It is not known how they can
hold with the present level of services if provided only the amount of funds set out
in the memo,
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Mr. Crisan stated that the staff might have to be reduced, It was
recommended that the Board follow Mr. Crisan's proposal set out in the memo,
It was stated that the County is going to see court action when cut back on the
program, Suits will be brought mandating the County to fund at the same
level as in the past. If there is money in the reserve, the Court will demand that the
programs be funded,
The Board authorized them to take steps necessary to affect the necessary
savings in the budget. This matter was referred to County Counsel for clarification
and to put any pressure he can put on the increase of the allotment.. Welfare
Department will take whatever steps necessary to affect the savings in layroffs,
78-1379 APPOINTMENTS: .PUT OVER-WEEK
Appointsments to: '.Housing and Community Development Advisory Committee;
Butte County Council for Senior Citizens; and Human Services Advisory Commission
put over one week.
78-1380 DISCUSSION OF DISAGREEMENTS BETWEEN STATE RECLAMATION BOARD
AND SACRAMENTO DISTRICT CORPS OF ENGINEERS
Chairman Winston 'stated that Ray Johnson had received a replyof his letter
from Huey Johnson. He said it was not answer to the problem.
Supervisor Madigan said he would like a letter to the Reclamation Board
requesting that the matter of "No Man's Land"be placed on the agenda for August 15th.
He stated that at the meeting last night, they got no place when discussing the matter.
If the river ever ]eaves its course, who would pay for the problem. There were no
answers to the questions that were set out, After the meeting last night, Supervisor
Madigan talkeJto Joe Burns about the riparian rights of the river. The levee on this
side of the river is roughly 10 or 12 miles shorter than on the other side. There is a
clash between the environmental groups, State engineers and the departments,
Chairman Winston said he would go out with Supervisor Madigan and look
at the rivero
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Lemke and
unanimously carried, the Administrative Officer was authorized to write a fetter
requesting that the matter of the "Island "in the Sacramento River, from Chico
Landing down to the levee,. be placed on the agenda for August 15, 1978, said
meeting to be held in Willows or Orland.
78-1381 DISCUSSION OF BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DIVESTING THEMSELVES 1=ROM
BUTTE COUNTY EOC
Divesting the County Board of Supervisors from Butte County EOC discussedo
Memo dated July 17, 1978 covered this matter, Chairman Winston stated he had talked
with Razia Khan and she furnished him with a great deal of information. If the
Board were to decide to divest themself of the EOC, they would have to hold a
public hearing. This is just a discussion to decide if they want to hold a public hearing.
Supervisor Richter said he felt that the Board should hear the people
that are present at-this timed At the present time, he felt he would be opposed
to this change, Supervisor Moseley stated she went along with the statement of
Supervisor Richtero Supervisor Madigan stated he concurred with what has been
said.
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r~sponsi~"~`~~~v1~8~t1~1~~~i'r~ Board would 6e shut of all fiscal
responsibility for this agency; a !lotcf time is spent by County personnel in
deliberations on requested matters by EOC to this Board,
Supervisor Richter stated he had talked with Mrs. Khan. He had voted
against some of the grants ; he opposed them because the grants are wasteful and
extravagant.
Make up of the Committee set-out. Supervisor Richter stated he had sat on
the EOC Governing Board for two years. It is his opinion that the people that
run that Board is the upper middle class, the "do gooders ". He felt this Board of
Supervisors is better able to make the decisions than the governing board of the
E.O,C,
ft was moved by Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Richter
and carried that the Board abandon any thought of divesting themselves of
authority over the !EOC Councilo AYES: Supervisors Madigan, Richter and Chairman Winstc
NOES: Supervisors Lemke and Moseley
78-1382 DISCUSSION: MEMO FROM AUDITOR RE WATER BILLING
Memo from County Auditor regarding water billing discussed.
Mr. Blackstock made no comment to the memo. Mr. Blackstock had a memo
that he will have copied and give to the Board members, Mr. Blackstock
has requested a meeting with the three State Legislators and with the Director
of Water Resources. Payment discussed; county counsel did not think it was
critical at-this time, He feels that the Board can siton the matter at this time.
Mr. Blackstock felt the best thing is to do nothing; let the matter simmer along.
There will be an A~ftorney General's opinion on this subject. A memo should
be sent to Water Resources Department stating the County cannot make payment
and that in January there will be a change in County management. At that
time, the County wi I I pay the bi I I in ful t a
It was moved by Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, that a letter be sent to the State Department of Water Resources,
enclosing that portion of'the funds that the Auditor will advance on the water billing,
stating that the County cannot pay the bi 11 in ful I at this time, but wi I1 be able to do
so in the future.
78-1383 APPEARANCE: MRS. WELLS, 1454 HEATHERCIRCLE, CHICO: THANKED
BOARD FOR THEIR ACTION RE HOC
Mrso We Is, 454' Heather Circle, Chico, thanked the Board for their
action regarding EOC. She is grateful to the Board for understanding that they
have to supervise these Boards. Source of funding for chi Id welfare program discussed.
RECESS: 2:00
RECONVENED: 2:05
78-1384 PRESENTATION OF FINAL REPORT ON PG AND E NOTICE OF INTENTION
FOSSIL 1 and 2 BY REPRESENTATIVES OF EDAW, INC.
Representatives of EDAW inc. gave their Summary of Issues written report
to the Board members at this timed Mro Dave Blow,. principle in the firm of
EDAW recapped the assignment. They reviewed the notice of iritent and stated
that a lot of information has been added to the document. This is continually
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®oing through the work,s§kgp~, Five objectives set out:
I, To assess'' he quality and completeness
2. Adequacy of the method~l:dg:y~ used
3. 3, Assessed lthe Butte sites
4. Proposed'Iquestion for consideration of the site.
5. Identify the critical areas ofcancern from the County's standpoint,
EDAW, fnc. assisted in the drafting of the preliminary position; they have
identified the issues and the plants impact on the County. They have adherred to the
matter of the opportunities for the County to participated
Today is a response to Items 1, 3 and 5. This is data that supplements
the NOI, Summary table set out. Taking each question of the NO.i':, they have broken
it down into headings when expect the issue to be resolved. Question of ranking
set out, They have come up with the relative merits of the sites proposed~by the NOI,
The rating columm is not completed in the written report.
This is not. an indepth or technical review. That has to be recognized in
the review of this report. This is a way to better understand this situation. There
is nothing that stays the County has to take a strong position either way.
The NOI was accepted by the Commission as being sufficient.. P.G. & E, has
responded with information. There has been around of informational hearings.
The County has participated in these hearings. There have been staff work shops.
There have been rnForrnational hearings to explore some of the unique aspects of the
coal burning plant pre-hearing conference. Testimony has been presented on both
sides of the issueso
EDAW, Inc. has done their bestto stay on top of all the processes going on.
The energy committee's job will be to resolve all the issues in dispute. The
representatives will go through all the technical issues. Each of the factors will be
rated o
It was stated that there has been no official. ranking grit this time.
Unofficially, through the work shop~,,it appears that the Montezuma site is on
top. Butte site is second, This is unofficial at this time.
Chris Vaughn started with the air and water issueso Air Quality; there are
four issues of concern to Butte County. Some of the issues are of technical nature.
They have requested the Air Resources Board to respond to the issues. Resolution
of this issue will be achieved when better data is received.
Chris Vaughn and Larry Silver went through the written report and
following their evaluation of each issue, the items were rated. This County has
requested more dame from P,G. & E.,
Dave Stratton, Ag, Department, gave a background of the regulations for the
air control standards,,~~..~~--H-e explained the regulations for air emission. Mr. Stratton
said the district is~olFing at a regulation to allow any plant i~o go in; they review the
regulation and make sure it has a sound basis.
Mr. Blackstock said it would be some time before the tradeoff situation
is known. They do not know what will transpire in the traderoff situationo
Mr. Stratton stated that P~, 5 92~ is faced with basic problem of where they `~
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can apply for power plants. Supervisor Richter asked if it was possible, that
in an attempt to preserve the environment, the County has in fact put themselves
in a "Catch 22"lsituationo He did not-think a response was needed to this
statement.
Summary of Issues, written report, was reviewed by the Board,
page by page, item by item o
RECESS: 3:15
RECONVENED: 3:20
It was stated that there has been a number of requests for copies.
of this reporto The County is not in a position to hand them out at this.
time. There will be copies available at every county library, If anyone
wants their own copy they carr contact the Administrative Officer and they
will be charged $5.00 to have a copy made for them.
In the NOI, i t was shown that there wi I I be some strain on housing
and schoolso Revenues from this plant would be about $10,000,000 per yearn
It was explained how the Board of Equalization taxes utilities. Income from
the plant discussed.
It was stated that all four sites are acceptable; impacts-can be mitigated,
There will be 1,500 new jobs during the construction phase; 900 during the
operation phase. There will be about 2,000 new residents.
Report summarized. It was asked where the County goes from here;
that is up to the Board for adjudication of the next hearings.
Vice Chairman Lemke thanked the representatives from EDAW, Inc. for their
summarization of the final report on the PG and E Notice of ?Intention.
He said he felt that a good study has been done. Supervisor Richter said that
in looking through the summary, he felt that the County could-not have gathered
this information without the information from EDAW.
Jolene Blake stated that most of their information came out of the NOI,
Supervisor lvbseley stated that the County air pollution engineer had added a
great deal to thiso
78-1385 MATTERS PRESENTED BY BOARD MEMBERS
Supervisor Madigan commented on the memo from County Aiuditor
to-Jim Johanson,
Supervisor Lemke requested Mike Pyeatt to make note to contact
the Veteran Service Officer.,regarding smatter that needs to be investigated.
He said that some doctors and hospitals are refusing to accept veterans.
Mr. Mickelson stated'. that Mr. Penn and Mr. Reynolds will be at the rit3ng
in Chico on August 10 to discuss this matter, A report will be requested
immediately on this situation,
RECESSED: The Board recessed at 4:05 to meet tomorrow, July 26, 1978,
following B,CAG meeting,
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