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August 15, 1972
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
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COUNTY OE BUTTE
Tlie Board of Supervisors met at 9:00 a>m. pursuant to adjournment.
Present: Supervisors Douthit, Ladd, Madigan, Maxon and Chairman Gilman.
Clifton Nickelson, Administrative Officer, Daniel Blackstock, County Counsel,
and Clark A. Nelson, County Clerk, by Margie Catt, Board of Supervisors Clerks
INVOCATION - Clifton Nickelson, Administrative Officer
Pledge of allegiance. to the flag of the United States of America.
72-1335 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, the minutes of August S, 1972 were approved as
mailedo
72-1336 COMMUNICATIONS
Burroughs Computer Corporation. Sends folder to Board of Supervisors
making offer to install a Burroughs B3510 system in the County
of Butte. Referred to H. Hindery, Director of Data Processing,
for his consideration.
James G. Watt, Los Angeles area. Mr, Watt sends letter complaining about
purchasing a lot from the Larwin Development Company. Referred to
Supervisor Maxon for his handling and to report back to Board.
Wlliam E. Hazeltine, Orovillee Mr. Hazeltine requests use of a sizeable
°~ ~ d, ~ Q portion of the Fish and Game fund to improve the borrow area.
Discussed. Referred to Fish & Game Commission for their considerations
Irvin and Myrtle Fleckenstein, Sonoma, Send letter to Board confirming
~ ~3 . ~ ~ their previous expression of their objection to the requests for
a permit by Mr. and Mrs. Such for a kennel on Neal Road in Paradise.
This has been handled previously; no action necessaryo
R. L. Scarbrough, O'rovilie. Mro S~rarbrough sends petition with fourteen
names requesting interim zoning from A-2 and S-H to S-2 for an
/ / 3, d V area located on Clark Road in Paradise. Referred to Planning
Director with request that he report back to the Board on the request.
Ciky of Gridley. Sends certified copy of resolution establishing tax rate
~ ~ Z 0 ~ for fiscal year 1972-73 (total rate will be $.65). Information.
No action needed,
County of Yuba, The Yuba County Superintendent. of Schools sends official
g ~ ~ ~ ~ notice computing tax rate for former Clipper Mills and Forbe'stowxi
school districts for certain handicapped minors. Rate will be .08~
per hundred. Informations No action neededo
Fred W, Marler, Jr, Acknowledging receipt of letter to Mra Livermore of
~ ~ v ~ ~ Resources Agency concerning Butte County's concern over Resources
Agency recommendations for the Open Space Subvention Act. Letter
read and discussedo No action takena
Biggs Grange ~k459o Request that an air conditioner be installed at the
~j d / d d Biggs Memorial Hall in the room that is used for jury trialso
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Letter read and discussed. Supervisor Ladd felt the request
should be approved. Referred to Supervisor Ladd and Clay
Castleberry, Director of Public Works, for handling.
Joy Nichols, Red Bluff. Commends Board for their adoption of Resolution
/ O 0,0 S regarding the encroachment of the State Legislature into home
rule matters, Read and discussed. No action taken,
Board of Supervisors of Madera County. Concurs with the Board's resolution
J d O..d'ar concerning encroachment of State Legislature into home rule
matters,
Richvale Recreation & Park District, Request for County to consolidate
their election with. the General Election in November. Referred
back to election clerk with request that she hold them and
present them to County Counsel for preparation of one resolution
authorizing these consolidations with. General Election.
Paradise Veterans of Foreign Wars, Request for Board approval of
~-Q ~• O O appointment of James Serafine to replace Cal Crow. See motion
following communications,
Urban Derr, Request to appear before the Board on August 14th to discuss
the property division of AP 50-18-12, Read and discussed.
~7 3. 0 ~ This refers to the division of land by Jack H. Cummings;
to be discussed later in meeting.
Resources Agency of California, Regulations for administering Open Space Sub-
/ v v ~ ~' vention Act. They state that the regulations do not contain the
one-hour driving time provision for nonprime lands.
Ro a1d Lo Graves. Application of Mro Harvey Swaton's for land division.
~ ~3~D ~ Matter to be placed on the agenda for August 22, 1972,
Kay Best ,. Paradise, Problem of access roads to the Valley View-Crestmoor
~O D,d O area, Read and discussed. No action takene
Butte County Historical Society. Relocation of the Bidwell Bar Bridge.
d 8.B ~ Letter read and discussed. Copies to be given to Board members.
72-1337 APPROVE APPOINTMENT TO PARADISE VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS
On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Ladd
and unanimously carried, the Board approved the appointment of James Serafine
to replace Cal Crow, whose term of office on the Veterans Council has
expired, as recommended by the Max Bille Post No. 2039, Veterans of Foreign
Wars, Paradise.
72-1338 DISCUSSION: APPROVAL OF MAPS
Chairman Gilman asked if it were necessary for the Board to
approve the maps presented by Planning Department. Dan Blackstock, County
Counsel, said he had his deputy work of this matter, The Board does have to
approve every map that is presented, Supervisor Ladd said that this was
one area that he would like to make a study of; he would like to see how
they could stream line Planning Commission matters. Supervisor Ladd said
he has discussed this matter with Mr, Lawson, Recommendation will be made
at a later date regarding this mattero
72-1339 APPROVE TENTATIVE PARCEL MAPS
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Maxon and
unanimously caxried, the following tentative parcel maps were approved with
the finding that they are consistent with the General Plan:
(1) Frank Ingram and Jack Bowen, AP 43-24-14, 2 lots, northeast
corner of Bidwell Place and Bidwell Avenue, Chico,
Engineer: McCain Associateso
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(2) S. G. Hoffman, Jr „ AP 38-16-29, 2 lots, on Durham Nelson
Road near Pratt Grant Road, Durhamo Engineer: C. Wo Bachman,
(3) Glen and Mary Keith, AP 30-20-75, 2 lots, northwest corner of
14th Street and Oro Dam Blvda, West, Oroville, Engineer:
Cook Associates.
(4). Ralph Chapman, AP 31-25-08, 4 Iots, 12th and Grand,
Thermalito. Engineer: Kendall Engineering.
(5) C, L. Knerr, AP 57-11-36, 4 lots, Magalia-Nimshew Road,
Paradise, Surveyor: John W. Hamby,
(6) Fred Faircloth, AP 57-05-36, 3 lots, east side of Skyway on
private road, Paradise. Surveyor: Gary Lippincott.
72-1340 APPROVE TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP RECOMMENDED FOR ERCEPTIONS
Jim Lawson, Planning Director, explained this request for
approval of tentative parcel map recommended for exceptions. This would
be for an exception to use a 40' existing easement. It is questionable
if this person could develog other parcels in that area. The applicant
is willing to have the map labeled "No further development unless a
60' easement is provided", Request discussed,
On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Douthit and
unanimously carried, the tentative parcel map was approved as recommended
with the 40' access exception for Benny A. Belin, AP 51-164-41, 2 lots, off
Southern Pacific Railroad tracks near Skyway, Paradise, with the map
labeled "No further development unless a 60' easement is provided",
72-1342 HELD OVER ONE WEEK: TENTATIVE~PARCEL MAP FOR JACK CYTNIMLNGS PARADISE
Mr. Lawson explained the recommendation of the Planning Commission
fvr denial of the tentative parcel map submitted by Jack Commings,
AP 50-18-12, 2 lots, south on Wagstaff Road, west of Bell.eview Drive, Paradise.
S'te discussed, The property is cut in half by a stream and it was felt
that waste water would drain into the stream. Supervisor Ladd suggested
that the developer could place the septic system out of the flooding area,
Time spent discussing action taken by the Planning Commission and action
that should be taken by this Board. County Counsel recommended that no
action be taken at this time. Matter held over one week.
72-1343 ACTION PUT OF,F ONE MONTH: TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP OF FRANK PANARISI
The tentative parcel map of Frank Panarisi, AP 58-15-58, 2 Lots,
near Lake Concow off Concow Road, near Paradise, which was recommended for
denial discussed, Supervisor Douthit said he went up and looked at the site.
He talked to some of the old-timers up in that area, He said there were
3 possible solutions to this problemo Supervisor Douthit suggested that
this man put off this matter for the time being and determine if a solution
can be worked out. Mr. Castleberry said he had written to these people
abaut the problemfl he said he would stand by to help them if he can.
Action put off for one month.
72-344-APPROVE-FINAL-MAP IND2AN MEADOWS ik3 33 lots Ma alia
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, the final map of Indian Meadows ~k3 (33 lots, Magalia)
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was approved; offers of dedication accepted and the Chairman was authorized
to sign.
72-1345 AUTHORIZE NEGOTIATION FOR NEAL ROAD LANDFILL COVER MATERIAL CONTRACT
EXTENSION: ACCEPT DEEDS FOR RIGHT OF WAY ACQUISITION
Clay Castleberry, Director of Public Works, reported that the annual
purchase order for supplying cover material at the %eal Road landfill site
has expired, Mr, Castleberry said he would like the Board to consider
authorizing a 30 day negotiation period so that Mr. Struthers could handle
the situation, Request discussed,
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Ladd
and unanimously carried, the following action was taken:
1. Authorized Public Works to work with Purchasing Department
in offering an extension of the landfill haul bid to present contractor,
and authorized a 30 day negotiation period so that Purchasing Agent can
obtain bids for cover materials, if necessary.
2. Accepted deeds and authorized Chairman to sign certificates of
acceptance for the following:
Lower Wyandotte @ Oro Bangor
21553-70-1
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Skyway FAS 757(4)
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Canyon Drive 27553-68-1
Pentz-Magalia Hwy. (Pcl. map}
Coutolenc Road (Pcl. map)
Pcl. 4 Lo So Pratt
Pcl. 5 J. Bilkei, Jr.
Pcl. ll Dama L. Baffles
Pcl. 14 Wo Brandenberger
Pcl. 9 C. Sturgeon
AP 53-24-47 Calif. & Nevada Dist. of
Lutheran Church
AP 57-25-53 J. F. Croul
72-1346 AUTHORIZED PROJECT, NELSON AVE. & 20th ST. -CORONA AVENUE: APPROVE
CHANGE ORDERS FOR TOPICS TRAFFIC SIGNAL PROJECT & FOR EAST 5th AVE. BRIDGE
On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Maxon and
unanimously carried, the following action was taken:
1. Authorized County forces to perform work with contract for
hauling base material for the Nelson Avenue and 20th Street-C,OrAna.
2, Approved contract change order ~~1, TOPICS traffic signal project EP
T-3053(1) Oro Dam @ 5th, in the increasing amount of $1,200 which provides for
revising the curbs and additional base and paving at Oro Aam and 5th Avenue to
provide for turning movements by semi-trucks and trailers, and the Chairman
was authorized to signo
3. Approved contract change order ~~2, East 5th Avenue bridge - TOPICS
Project No. %-3014(2), in the increasing amount of $2,380 which provides for
deletion of planned guardrail and installation of barrier railing required
by FHWA, and the Chairman was authorized to sign.
72-1347 ADOPT RESOLUTION 72-137, CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING TO DETERMINE WHETHER
PUBLIC NECESSITY, HEALTH SAFETY OR WELFARE REQUIRE THE FORMATION OF AN
UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT ON SKYWAY: HEARING SET FOR SEPT. 19th, 1972
Mr, Castleberry explained the purpose of the proposed formation of
an underground utility district on the Skyway, between Jewel Road and Lucky John
Road, The downtown merchants ~sa~~gzr~ the formation of this district. Mr. ..
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Castleberry said he intended to request that County Counsel change the
wording within the ordinance regulating these matters. He will ask him
to change the wording so that the utility company can disconnect the
electrical wires of the people objecting to the undergrounding. Proposed
project discussed. He said the storm drains tai11 be undergrounded, also.
Supervisor Douthit said the Sheriff had brought up the problem
that with the undergrounding of the utilities there would be no lights
on the streets. Mro Castleberry said they were going to place aluminum poles
for the street lights. He said the Board could form a lighting district
in that area; that would be the way to pay for the additional street lights.
Supervisor Maxon said he would prefer Mr. Castleberry to discuss the matter
with the merchants to see if they want street lighting. Supervisor Ladd
said that if there was to be a hearing on the undergrounding of the utilities,
the Board could get the feeling of the people about the lighting district.
Formation of the district discussed,
On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, Resolution 72-137 calling a public hearing to determine
whether public necessity, health, safety, or welfare require the formation
of an underground utility district on the Skyway was adopted and the
Chairman was authorized to sign, The hearing was set for September 19,
1972 at 1:30 p.m.
72-1348 REPORT: MEETING WITH GARBAGE COLLECTORS IN PARADISE AREA
Chairman Gilman requested that Mr, Castleberry report on the
meeting held yesterday with the garbage collectors in the Paradise area,
Mr. Castleberry said that Supervisors Maxon, Ladd an~Douthit had been
present at the meeting. They discussed the matter of a transfer station
in the lower Paradise area, It was felt that if a transfer station is
built in the lower Paradise area that it would probably be better not to
locate one in the Magalia area at this time. Supervisor Maxon has requested
that the collectors present to the Board in writing why they want the
station in the lower Paradise area. Time spent discussing the location
of the transfer station; no action taken at this time.
RECESS: lo:oo
RECON'UENED: 10:20
72-1349 REPORT FROM DON BLACK, AGRICULTURAL COMNff SSIONER: AIR POLLUTION AND
WEED CONTROL PROGRAM
Don Black, Agricultural Commissioner, reported to the Board on the
progress of the Air Pollution Control Board and the weed control program.
Mr. Black stated that the County is patroled to watch. for burning and other
things that may be causing pollution. They also watch for people who are not
using pesticides correctly, Forty to fifty notices of warning have been
issued to offenders; they have six months to correct the problems..
Mro :31ack then reported on the problems with the puncture vine and
Johnson grass and how they are trying to combat them, They are using spray
rigs to go over the County roads and spray the weeds growing along the roadsides.
They usually spray every four to five weeks. The cost to keep these weeds
sprayed is about $1.90 per mile. Some of the farmers are goad about keeping
the weeds under control but there are some who are doing nothing. Supervisor
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Madigan feels that another spray rig Should be considered at the next
budget sessiono
No action takena
RECESS: The Board recessed at 10:40 a,m, to go into an executive session.
RECONVENED: The Board reconvened at 11:12 following an executive session.
72-1350 REPORT FROM RAX NUNTER,DEPUTY DIRRCTOR OF STATE PARKS AND RECREATION,
CONCERNING LAKE OROVILLE RECREATION PROGRAM
Mr. Ray Hunter, deputy director of State Parks and Recreation,
and members of the Lake Oroville Recreation Committee, reported to the Board
on the Lake Oroville Recreation programs They were present to enlighten
the Board members about some of the plans for Lake Oroville, Supervisor Ladd
said the prime interest is in finding out what the plans are for the
spending of money around the lake, The people have been kept in the da~3cas to
what has been planned for facilities around the Takeo
Mr. Hunter explained what is being planned for the future. He said
that because of the 1970 Bond Act they have 3.2 million dollars to spend in
this area. In the 1973-74 fiscal year they have $100,000 to go into the
Kelly Ridge area. Some items, such as additional access roads, had to be
postponed for a while. He said the visitors center is being constructed,
In the 1974-75 year they will have $1,079,000 to be used for major construction
around the Lake. They will work to get water and sewers out to the Thermalito
area. In 1976-77 they will spend the balance of the funds. Many people are
enjoying the Craig area and he feels that more recreation facilities will be
put in this area, He hopes that they are taking care of the peoples demands.
Supervisor Douthit asked if they have a right of way going into the
Craig area, Clay Castleberry checked on this and the County does have a
right of wayo Supervisor Douthit also asked if there was a possibility that
some of the land might have to be given back to private enterprise,
Mr, Hunter did not think this would happens Supervisor Douthit said that about
a year ago he had contacted someone in Johnson's office and he was told
that there was some $320,000 allocated to the Southern California Financial
Corporation for the relocation of the old Bidwell Bar Bridge, old Toll House
and Mother Orange Treeo Mr, Hunter stated that the money had not been given
to Southern California Financial Corporation, The State will do the work
for the relocation of the old bridge, the toll house and the Mother Orange Tree.
Supervisor Ladd stated that he felt the Foreman Creek area should
also be given some considerationo
Mr. Norm Roberts, a member of the Lake Oroville Recreation Committee,
questioned Mre Hunter concerning the concessionaireo He asked if•there
was any additional activities for more concessionaires around the Takeo
Mr, Hunter said they have not been approached by anyone else. The concessionaire
had problems within the marina but can now move aheado
Mr, Roberts also wanted to know if there would be any additional
funds in the budget for patroling the area. Mra Hunter was unable to answer
this question.
The men from NOD were introduced, Mr, Ivar Plescov came forth to
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speak to the Board at this timed He spoke on the plans for the campsite
facilities. He said there will be garbage bins so the boaters will be
less likely to clutter up the lake and shoreline, Mr. Plescov said there
is a modest launching facility planned for Enterprise area. Work will be
started on this facility when the funds are made available to them.
Mr, Castleberry asked Mr, Plescov about a small modest access
on the Afterbay for fishingo Mr. Plescov said he felt that something could
be worked out. He advised Mr, Castleberry to work directly with the State
Fish & Game on this requested fishing accessaMr. Castleberry, also,
questioned Mx. Plescov about mobile rest rooms, Mr. Plescov stated that
in the 1973-74 budget they have a project consisting of five floating
zest zooms.
Supervisor Maxon stated that he is concerned with the increase in
thefts in the lake area. He feels that there could be some sort of solution
to this problem.
Supervisor Ladd stated that it would be beneficial if there was
a small boat launching area where these small boats would not have to cross
the large area of the Lakeo This statement discussed.
Time spent discussing the plans for the lake. No action taken.
Chairman Gilman thanked the men from NOD for attending the meeting,
also Mr. Hunter, and told them that the Board members would like to keep
in contact with them.
RECESS: I2 :05
RECONVENED: 1:30
72-1351 PUBLIC HEARING: BUTTE COUNTY PLANNING COMNffSSION INITIATED-A PROPOSED
ORDINANCE AMENDING COUNTY ORDINANCE 996, CONSOLIDATING "C-2" (GENERAL COMMERCIAL)
TO INCLUDE THE AREA IN THE VICINITY OF SKYWAY. etc,
The public hearing on the Butte County Planning Commission initiated-
proposed ordinance amending County Ordinance 996, consolidating "C-2" (general
commercial) to include the area in the vicinity of Skyway, being bounded on the
north by a line 500 ft. north of Wagstaff Road; on the south by the intersection
of Neal Road; on the west by a line 350 ft. west of the centerline of Skyway;
and on the east by the Southern Pacific right-of-way; and all that property
within three hundred fifty '(350) ft. of the centerline of Pearson Road,
from the Southern Pacific Railroad right-of-way to Clark Road; excepting
therefrom those areas previously zoned by Ordinance 925, "R-1", 927, "R-3",
995, "C-1" and 1196, as advertised. Jim Lawson, Planning Director, summarized
the actions of the Planning Commission, Mr, Lawson explained the purpose
of the rezoning. Planning Commission recommended approval on a 8-1 vote.
He said this ordinance is a clarifying procedure at this point.
Hearing opened to the public. Appearing in opposition: no one,
Appearing in favor: no one. Hearing closed to the public and confined to
the Board for their consideration.
72-1352 ADOPT ORDINANCE N0. 1286 AMENDING COUNTY ORDINANCE 996 CONSOLIDATING
"C-2" (GENERAL COMMERCIAL)
On motion of, Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, Ordinance No. 1286 amending County Ordinance 996
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consolidating "G-2" (General Commercial) was adopted and the Chairman was
authorized to sign.
72-1353 PETITION REQUESTING INTERIM ZONING FROM A-2 and S-H TO S-2 FOR AREA
LOCATED ON CLARK ROAD IN PARADISE DISCUSSED: PLACED ON AGEI9DA FOR TUESDAY
AUGUST 22, 1972
Petition received from R, L, Scarbrough requesting interim zoning
from A-2 and S-H to S-2 for an area located on Clark Road in Paradise discussed,
Mr. Lawson explained this request. The Board suggested that a committee
study zoning along this area, Mr. Lawson said the Planning Commission
would like to get some in-put from interested people in that area, The
Board requested that Mr. Lawson report back next week on this matter.
Petition placed on the agenda for Tuesday, August 22, 1972,
72-1354 REPORT: ZONING IN WEST CHICO EREA
Mr. Lawson reported on the West Chico area planning. He said
a petition was to be presented on Wednesday, August 16, 1972, requesting
zoning for the area. He said that maybe the interim zoning should be
extended; it will Iapse on August 22nd, Placed back on the agenda for
Tuesday, August 22, 1972 for Board consideration.
,72-3.355 APPEARANCE: JAMES HANSEN, OROVILLE
Mr, James Hansen, Oroville, said he was appearing for two
reasons todaya One-to relate the appreciation of the National Association,
to Keep and Bear Arms for the adoption of the Resolution by this Board,
2- He would Iike to bring to the attention of the Board some actions of
a group of people called the Council of Foreign Relations. He related a
message concerning Mr, Ramsey Clark and his trip to North Vietnam. He
disputed the statements made by Mr, Clark over the radio concerning the
health of our men held as prisoners. He requested that the Board send a letter
to the State Department and ask that the Council of Foreign Relations be
screened by a committee, Discussed; no action taken,
72-1356 APPEARANCE: WILLIAM LAIRD SPEAKING FOR URBAN DERR LAND DIVISION
William Laird, appearing on behalf of Urban Derr, spoke on the
application for the 'land division by Mr, Jack H. Cummings, He said they
were working with the Health Department. Land division discussed. He
said that the property was stepped off yesterday by a representative of
the Health Department and he felt there was adequate space for the Ieach
line, He explained how the matter could be handled, He said if it were
necessary, they could secure aeriated septic tanks. Mr. Castleberry said
he would verify that the Health Department is looking at the property.
He said the stream could be moved, Request discussed. Application for the
land division put over to Tuesday, August 22, 1972.
72-1357 APPEARANCE: GENE MERCER CHICO SECRETARY OF FISH & GAME COMMISSION
Gene Mercer, Chico, secretary of Butte County Fish & Game Commission,
stated that a lot of people in the County have shown concern about a chance
for trails around the Oroville Lake. He said there are funds for these
trails if local groups desire to do the work. He will work with the trail
groups on this matter.
Secondly, he said that when he was here in July, he was requested
to meet with Mr, McMahon about public access across his property to the river.
He has talked with Mro McMahon and he states that he would not throw the area
open. Position of Mr, McMahon set out and discussed, Mr, McMahon would like
to sell the property. Matter discussed, The County will continue to work
with Mr, McMahon in solving this situaticno
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Mr. Mercer said the property owned by the Bureau of Land
Management was discussed at the Commission meeting. The Cornnission
suggested that the Board appoint a committee to work with the Bureau
of Land Management. Mr. Mercer said he went to Redding and talked to
Mr. Laboron concerning these landso In a public release the Bureau has
stated that they will not transfer or sell any land without holding a
public hearing in the County and discussing the sale with the Board members.
Supervisor Ladd said he felt it was a good idea to appoint such a committee.
Chairman Gilman said he felt it would be better to have one of the committees
formed at this time to serve on this committee. Committee discussed.
Mr, Mercer said he would volunteer his group to meet on this committee.
The Board requested Mr. Mercer to discuss this matter with the Fish & Game
Commission and determine if they would serve on this conunittee. Mr. Mercer
said he would place this matter on their next agenda.
72-1358 APPEARANCE: MRS. BUTLER, NIMSHEW STAR ROUTE MAGALIA
Mrs, Butler, Nimshew Star Route, Magalia, again spoke to the Board
concerning Unit ~~16 map submitted by Larwin, County Counsel stated that
it is not possible for the Board to reverse action in this matter. Mrs, Butlex
said the residents in that area feel that Unit ~~16 is completely out of
character with the rest of the area, She said that the tentative mag is
not correct. She explained her opposition to Unit ~k16 map;~discussed, No
action taken.
72-1359 APPEARANCE: NADINE FREEMAN, MAGALIEI.
Mrs. Nadine Freeman, Magalia, stated that she owns property across
the road from Unit ~~16. She said they were concerned with what would happen
in the case of an emergency, She explained her opposition to the development
of Unit ~~16. She felt that there would be too much traffic for this area,
Mro Castleberry said that if these ladies have any inaccuracies
to the map, he would like them to tell him of the inaccuracies. He said
he would like to have a chance to talk to these two women concerning the
map. These ladies will put down their objections in writing and present
them to Mra Castleberry,
No action taken at this time.
72-1360 APPEARANCE OF MR. JOHN GREEN, MT. IDA SUBDIVISION
APPROVE TENTATIVE MAP
Mr, John Green, general partner in the Mt. Tda Subdivision,
present to discuss the matter of the tentative map for Mount Ida Subdivision,
This map was returned to the Planning Commission. for review and reconsideration,
Ghairman Gilman stated that the opposition had not been present
at the Planning Commission meetingo He felt that the recommendation of the
Planning Commission might have been different if they had heard the
opposition, Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, said the map was referred
back to the Planning Commission with the request that they report back to
the Board,
Mr, Castleberry said this map was discussed at last Thurday night
Planning Commission meeting. He said that the Commission did not take
action at their meeting last Thursday night. By taking no action, it was
felt the Planning Commission had reaffirmed their decision of recommendation
for approval o€ the subdivision map. Supervisor Maxon said he felt the
developers has met all the necessary criteria in this matter.
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Subdivision discussed. Mr. Green stated they planned on
only developing the first unite Supervisor Ladd said he would hate to
see the Board approve more than the first unito
On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Douthit and
carried, the tentative map of Mount Ida Heights, Unit No. 1 subdivision,
I28 lots, Mount Ida Road and Miners Wyandotte Ranch Road, Oroville, was
approved, subject to the conditions set out in the report of the Planning
Commission.
AYES: -Supervisors Douthit, Madigan and Maxon
NOES: Supervisors Ladd and Chairman Gilman
72-1361 APPEARANCE OF MR. ROBERT GILBERT, ARKANSAS, WELFARE REQUEST
Mr, Robert Gilbert, Arkansas, stated he had gone to the Welfare
Department and applied for assistance. He was told that he would have to
work four hours a day for the County and that as soon as he secured a job,
he would have to pay back the money to the County. He was told why he
would have to pay the money back; the idea of general assistance is to
give help to destitute people.
Problem discussed; Supervisor Maxon said he would discuss the
matter with Mr. Robinson, and will follow through on the matter. Mro Nickelson
was requested to secure the address of Mr, Gilbert. No action taken at
this time,
RECESS: 2:45
RECONVENED: 3:00
72-1362 SUPERVISOR MAXON EXCUSED
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Ladd
and carried, Supervisor Maxon was excused due to a medical appointment.
72-1363 APPROVE ANNUAL AGREEMENT WITH BAR-O-BOYS' RANCH
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
carried, the annual agreement with Bar-O-Boys' Ranch for the utilization of
ten beds in Del Norte County was approved and the Chairman was authorized
to sign.
72-1364 RECRUITMENT FOR HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATOR: PUT OFF ONE WEEK
The request by the Hospital Board of Trustees for authorization for
the Personnel Department to begin recruitment for a permanent Hospital
Administrator was put over one week.
72-1365 APPRO'UE LEAVE OF ABSENCE: ROGER CONKRIGHT~ SHERIF'F'S SARGEANT
Roger Conkwright, sheriff's sargeant, was recently injured in
an aircraft accident in the line of duty. Labor Code Section 4850 requires
full compensation up to one year for peace officers involved in an accident
in the line of dutya Salary in this case would amount to $11,570 less
industrial compensation insurance adjustments. Matter discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and.
carried, the Board authorized up to one year compensated leave of absence
pursuant to Section 4850 of the Labor Code for Roger Conkright.
72-1366 APPROVE REQUEST FOR DISCHARGE OF ACCOUNTABILITY FOR MEDICAL INDIGENT
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HOSPITAL ACCOUNTS
On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, pursuant to the proper Revenue and Taxation
and Government Code sections, the Board relieved the Treasurer of
accountability fox Hospital accounts in the amount of $57,583,07 per list
on file, and that the County Auditor be directed to adjust the charges
against the Treasurer in like amounto
72-1367 APPROVE TRAVEL REQUESTS
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Ladd
and unanimously carried, the request of Dave Vasco, Assessor, to send
Kenneth Yeates and Doug Drebert to San Jose for four days to audit
certain accounts in the Bar area was authorized; estimated cost of
trip $266.400
72-1368 ADOPT RESOLUTION 72-138 APPROVING ANNUAL CONTRACT WITH STATE
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Ladd
and unanimously carried, Resolution 72-138 authorizing the Chairman to
sign the annual contract with State Department of Veterans Affairs was
adopted and the Chairman was authorized to sign,
72-1369 REPORT ON BUTTS COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSION
Clif Nickelson, Administrative Officer, reported on the Butte County
Senior Citizens Commission. A written report was mailed to all Board
members. Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, said the payment for travel will be to
County people that are involvedo The employees that are working on this
commission would be paid for their travel, It was felt that the resolution
should be made clearer to show actually who would be paid for travelo
Supervisor Douthit asked if the Board members would be in favor of having
a five member commission rather than the present set-up of 15 members,
Make-up of the commission discussed, It was felt that the present set up
would give a broader scope than a five member commission.
County Counsel was requested to restudy the resolution and
rewrite it to state the intention of the Board in this matter,
72-1370 FUND TRANSFERS APP ROVED
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Ladd
and unanimously carried, the following fund transfers were approved;
B-222 - Supt, of Schools Covers various budget deficiencies from
other internal accounts in the amount of
$2,455e24e
B-223 - County Hospital Covers various budget deficiencies from
other internal accounts in the amount of
$55,595.98.
B-224 - Data Processing Covers various budget deficiencies from
other internal accounts in the amount of
$8,452067,
B-225 - Library Covers various budget deficiencies from
other internal accounts in the amount of
$2,268.86 and transfers departmental budget
savings in the amount of $8,805.44 to the
Bookmobile Accumulative Capital Outlay Account.
B-226 ~ Lime Saddle Covers excess of total loan repayment over
amount budgeted in the amount of $224000 `
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B-227 - Livestock Indemnity Transfers money from General Fund to
Livestock Indemnity Fund to cover cash
deficit resulting from under-
realization of revenuese
B-228 - Auditor/Various Covers various departmental budget
deficiencies in the amount of $2,542,43
not previously covered by B-2180
72-1371 APPROVE RE-APPOINTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL COMMISSIONER: RESOLUTION 72-139
On motion of Supervisor Douthit, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
s',~ ~ and unanimously carried, the re-appointment of Don Black as the Agricultural
~:d Commissioner was approved; Resolution 72-139 appointing Agricultural Commissioner
was adopted and the Chairman was authorized to signs
72-1372 MATTERS PRESENTED FOR BOARD DISCUSSION
Supervisor Madigan commented on the memo from Mro Nickelson
concerning the prisoner rehabilitation center in Reddingo There will be
a letter inviting the Board to a dinner and inspection of the facility
in the near futures
Chairman Gilman announced that Supervisor Madigan had been elected
to the Vice Presidency of the Nine Northern California Supervisors Association,
to fill the vacancy created by Jack McKillopo
Supervisor Ladd commented on the memo from Mro Nickelson about the
location of the Mental Health offices in Chicoo Supervisor Ladd felt the
rent for these facilities is quite highs Supervisor Madigan asked if there
would be a reduction in staff at the County Hospital with the removal of
these offices from the hospitals Mro Nickelson explained the offices and
the matter of the rental charged Discussed; no action taken at this time,
Supervisor Madigan asked about the Kelly Ridge operations He said
he would like to know why they have suspended sales out thereo The Administrative
Officer was requested to determine what has happened there,
Supervisor Madigan suggested that the Board members take a
look at SB 1278 and urged them to send a letter to the Governor requesting
that he approve the bills Bill explained; no action takena
Chairman Gilman reminded the Board that there is a meeting of BCAG
this Thursday, August 17, 1972, at 8:00 aomo in the Boardrooms
ADJOURNMENT:
There being nothing further before the Board at this time, the
meeting was adjourned at 3:30 pom, to reconvene on Tuesday, August 2
1972 at 9:00 aomo /a ® /Y ~//
ATTEST: CLARK A, NEL50N, C~OU'~NTY CLERK
By: ~~i[/~/ C airman of oa
Board of pervisors Clerk
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