HomeMy WebLinkAboutM081771August 17, 1971
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
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COUNTX OF BUTTE )
The Board of Supervisors met at 9:00 a.m. pursuant to adjournment.
Presents Supervisors Maxon, McKi.llop and Chairman Reynolds. Clifton Mickelson,
Administrative Officery Daniel Blackstock, County Counsel; and-Clark A. Nelson,
County Clerk, by Margie Catt, Board of Supervisors Clerk.
INVOCATIONS Rev. Michael Lynch, Catholic Student Center, Chico.
Pledge of allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.
71-1594..SUPERVIS01~ GILMt~N &~~MADIGAN•TrKCUSED .. _
On motion of-Supervisor MclLillop, secort~}et3 by Superuis-or Maxon.and
carried, Supervisors Gilman and Madigan were excused from this meeting due to another
meeting being held at this time.
71-1595 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Maxon anc~
carried, the minutes of August 10, 1971 were approved as mailed.
71--1595 COMMUNICATIONS
Charles L. Canter, Westlake Village. Mr. Canter represents a company interested
in the installation of cable TV in Paradise and requests certain information
firom the County. Administrative Officer will have forms for the bidding
next week. No action taken at this time.
County Superintendent of Schools. The Superintendent submits list of claims from
various school districts for education of non-immigrant children and
children residing in childrens institutions per Section 6594 of the
Education Code. Referred to Auditor.
County of Glenn, The County forwards copy of petition and of order approving formation
of a reclamation district in Glenn and Butte Counties pursuant to Section
50331 of the Water Code. Information
County Supervisors Association, -The Association forwards notice of AB 559 which
allocates monies to cover the 197071 tax losses attributable to the
business inventory exemption has been signed by the Governor, Butte
County will recover $121,139 under this bill, Information.
Kronick, Moskovitz, Tiedemann & Girard. The attorneys forward copy of the State
Water Resources Control Board decision regarding Delta Water Rights.
They state that the copy is furnished by the Metropolitan Water District
of Southern California. Information only,
AssemblywCalifornia Legislature. James D. Driscoll, chief clerk, forwards copy of
the Assembly Journal of July 29, 1971 which con"rains text of House
Resolution No. 84 relative to reports from counties. This has to do with
the voluminous reports required by the state from county welfare
departments and the program for reduction of the number of such reports.
Information only,
Office of Emergency Services, H. R. Temple, Jr., director, sends communication
regarding National Flood Insurance Act of 1468. Referred to
County Counsel.
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Public Utilities-Commission. The Commission forwards copy of order instituting
investigation for purpose of establishing list for the 1972 year of
railroad grade crossings most urgently in need of separation-or existing
separations in need of alteration or reconstruction.' Referred to
Public Works Department.
Dewey L. Dutton, Paradise. Growing danger on Lake Oroville by boats and skiers.
Referred to Lake Oroville Recreation Committee. Administrative Officer
requested to answer letter and explain the situation. Administrative
Officer to set up a-Lake Oroville Recreation Committee meeting in near
future.
Palermo Grange ~~493. Concurring with the Board of Supervisors concerning
Butte County Resolution 71-70.
Maurice L. Norman. Federal Job Plan funds. He urges the Board to inaugurate a Pathway
.-- Project for Paradise and__JJ++other communities. Copies given to Supervisors.
Z1-§59$-APPROVE RIGHT OF WAX ACQUTSITO1y~1GREEMPNTS.FOR-SALE & DEEDS
On motion of Supervisor axon, seconded by~Supervisor McKillop and carried,
khe following action was takeno
1. Approved agreements for sale, authorized Chairman to sign and authorized
the Auditor to issue warrants upon demand of County's escrow agent on the following:
Oro-Quincy Hwy. Lucille Haines 0.208 ac, $312 No•Impro. Total $312
River Road L. A. Mendonca 0.918 ac. 650 " " !° $650
2. Accepted deeds and authorized Chairman to sign certificates of
acceptance on the followings
Skyway .Parcel 1 P. W, Awalt
Foster Road (Pcl. map) Fisci Bros., Inc.
71-1598 AUTHORIZE ISSUANCE OF WARRANT FOR COSTS OF ADVERTISING FOR PURCHASE OF TAX
DEEDED PROPERTY
On motion of Supervisor Reynolds, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
carried, the Auditor was authorized to issue a warrant in. the amount of $50 to defray
the costs of advertising for the purchase of tax deeded property by Public Works
Department, to be submitted to Tax Collet-tor.
71-1599 APPROVE CORRECTION OF MINUTES OF JULY 13, 1971; APPROVE FINAL MAP OF PARADISE
PINES UNIT NO. 14
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Maxon and
carried, the minutes of July 13, 1971 were corrected to include the approval of the
final map of Paradise Pines Unit No. 14 (296 lots, Magalia) for recording .and offers
of dedication were accepted. Bonds for payment have been posted guaranteeing
completion of road work to county standards,
71-1600 SKYWAY GONSTRUC`CION-PARADISE PINESe DISCUSSED
Zt was reported that Larwin Company has forwarded a rider to the
$400,000 bond clarifying the situation regarding construction to the easterly
end of Magalia Dam, County Counsel stated that the agreement should be amended
and that the rider should be attached to the agreement. No action necessary at
this time.
71-1601 APPROVE REQUEST FOR ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURE FOR HANDLING CERTAIN PARCELSs
APPROVE ISSUANCE OF PERMITS PRESENTED SUBJECT TO SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE CONDITIONS
Department of Public-Works requested discussion with the Board to
establish administrative procedures for handling parcels created between effective
date of Ordinance No. 557 (September 195~~g~nr~2Copnsy's first land division
August. l7, 1971
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ordinance on May 28, 1963. Jim Glander wss present to discuss this matter with the
Board. Mr.. Glander stated that there were four of these parcels being held up
at this time. Phil Mace, assistant county counsel, explained action that should_be
taken at this time.
On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
carried, the Board approved the issuance of permits, subject to the conditions.
formerly applied'to:approval of exceptions for the followings
1. Fernando, Roy ~ AP .54-2358
2. Paxson, Franklin - AP 5Q°1255
3. Hendrex, Duane - AP .51~31m23
4, Marjama, R, A, m AP 53°161°19
Time spent discussing the proposed ordinance that would regulate these
exceptions. It was suggested that the ordinance be referred to the Planning Commission
for reviews copies should also be sent by the Clerk to the Subdivision Committee
and the local realtor-Boards for their study.
Action taken as followso
ORDINANCE NOo 1191
On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
carried, Ordinance No. 1191 amending Chapter Twenty of the Butte County Code and
concerning permits for illegally created parcels was adopted and the Chairman was
authorized to sign,
71-1602 ADOPT RESOLUTION 71-179 A'i;THORIZING ACQUISITION OF REAL PROPERTY BX EMINENT
DOMAIN NECESSARY FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A COUNTY HIGHWAY KNOWN AS MANZANTTA
AVENUE IN THE COUN2Y 0£ BU`ITE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA - LADD L. JOHNSON & BARBAILA JOHNSON
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by,Supervisor Maxon and
carried, Resolution 71e179 authorizing acquisition of real property by eminent
domain necessary for the construction of a county highway known as Manzanita
Avenue in the County of Butte,'State of California (Ladd L. Johnson and Barbara M<
Johnson) was adopted and the Chairman was authorized to sign,
71-1_60.3 ADOPT RESOLUTION 71°180 IN OPPOSITION TO AB 515
On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Reynolds and
carried, Resolution 71~i80 in opposition to AB 515 was adopted and the Chairman
was authorized to sign.
71-1604 MCGRATORX FARM WORKERS CLINIC AGREEMENTo HELD OVER ONE-WEEK
The standard agreement between the County and the State Department of
Public Health covering the grant for the migratory farm workers clinic has been
approved by Counsel and Auditor. This project is included in the budget adopted
by the Board and is 100% funded. Action held over-one week.
71-1605 APPROVE LEAVE OF ABSENCEo VELMA JANE SCROGGINS
On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Reynolds and
carried, a leave of absence wss approved for Velma Jane Scroggins, Welfare Department,
for. the period of July 20th through-September 17, 1971, such leave to be non-
compensated and is-for reasons of health,
71-1606 APPROVE ADVANCEB STEP_HIRING FOR CITY LIBRARY PERSONNEL TRANSFERRED
On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Reynolds and
carried, advanced step hiring of the City: Librarian at range 1300 step:E, $644,
and of the two city library assistant II at range 8.5, step-D, $492 was authorized.
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71-1607~DISCUSSION; SALARY ORDINANCE AMENDMENT, .ADDING ONE P05ITION OF ACCOUNTANT
III TO THE AUDTTOR~S STAFF, HANDLING ACCOUNTING FOR GREATER OROVILLE AREA SEWER
FACI7ITX
.. The proposed ordinance adding one accountant III to the Auditor's staff
for purposes of handling the accounting for the Greater Oroville Area sewer .facility
discussed, It was suggested that the Auditor be instructed not to hire such
person until it is agreed that the position will be paid under the tri-power
agreement. County Counsel stated that the terms of the agreement provide:, that
the total cost of this matter would be reimbursed; this would .include all costs.
Costs of the position discussed. It was stated that this person should not be
hired on a full time basis. Under the terms of this ordinance, the Auditor would
be-hiring a person on a fu11<t.ime basis to fill a part-time position. Time spent
discussing how the matter should be handled.
No action taken at this time.
71-1608 DISCUSSION: EMERGENCY 'EMPLOYMENT ACT
Jim Rackerby, Personnel Director, explained the emergency employment act.
He said there were Federal funds that could be used by this County. Mr, Rackerby
said he was meeting tomorrow with repxesentatives to discuss this matter. The
money would be available immediately. 20% of the funds could be used for planning
of jobs. This act will be discussed at the BCAG meeting Thuxsday. The initial
money could be used to hire staff to do the planning.
Mr. Rackerby explained some of the questions that will come up
concerning. this matter, Mr. Raokerby said he would report back next Tuesday
with the preliminary information on the grant application.
Z1-1609 DISCUSSION: PRESIDENT°S MESSAGE CONCERNING WAGE & PRICE CONTROLS
Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, said he did not have too much information
at this time concerning the President's message on wage and. price controls. Mr,
Blackstock presented a memo to the Board members concerning this situation. He
stated that until the County has more information on the matter, the County will have
to clamp down on all raises that come up. Mr. Rackerby stated that the salary
increases will be held up. Time spent discussing the President°s message. No
action taken.
RECESS; 9;55 a.m.
RECONVENED: 10;10
71-1610 APPEARANCE: WM. TOMPILINS .PARADISE: ASSETS OF THE COUNTY ON DEPOSIT
Mr. William Tompkins, Park Woad Way, Paradise, asked the Board about
the obtaining of a list from the County Treasurer of the assets the County has on
deposit and whether the interest could be used. County Counsel stated that this
money included all the County special district funds,-road funds, etc. Mr. Blackstock
stated that the County Treasurer deposits these funds in the bank and interest is
earned an the funds. Discussed whether the reserve for the districts could be
cut and thus lower the tax rate. County Counsel explained the problem. He stated
that it would be a matter of policy of how the Board wishes to proceed on this
matter. It was stated that this was a financial problem that the County will have
to ,look to the Auditor fora- snLution".-". Mr. Tompkins said he would appreciate
the Board looking into the matter. No action taken at this time,
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71°1611 APPEAitANCE OF BURT WARDRUP~ DI.SNII.SSED GOl?N'IY EAfPT.OYEE
kir. Burt Wardrup, a former painter at the Butte County Hospital, appeared
td"d.iscusa his dismissal from county employmen*_. He stated he had been cleared
from any liability. He said he felt that he should be put back to work. He said
t,hat,~is job has not been filled and he has a right to be re-hired. He had a hearing
before the Appeals Board and they recommended that he be reinstated. .Jim Rackerby
eit~ildined the findings of the Appeals Board. `The Hospital Board of Trustees chose
no.t to fill. this position.. He said there was nothing this Board could do at this
timee This mans name will be placed at the top of the list for painters.
No action taken at this time,
71=1612 Y~PPR9VE USE OF BUI7'E COUNTY DISPOSAL SITE FOR DISPOSAL OF YUBA COUNTY INSECTICIDE
CON°!`A~INE,RS `
Aon Black; Ag Commissioner, stated that Yuba County has about two truck
'roads of insecticide containers that they would like to place at our storage ~?ezd.
Someone had taken these containers to the Browns Valley dump and they have- o"-lie
removed. Mr. Black would like permission to allow Yuba County to use Butte'Coupty
site at this, time, for one time only.
It was moved by Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Maxoq and
carried .that Yuba County be given authorization to use the Butte County site to
dispose of their insecticide containers at the same cost charged the County
residents, with the understanding that this is a one time authorization.
71-1613 ADOPT RESOI,U'.IONS 71-181 OF AWARD OF CONTRACT and 71-182 AUTHORIZ:L~3G EXECUTION
OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN CO. OE BL`I'Z1': ANA BALDWIN CO^?'.PRAC?`ING CO., IN `IE PARADISE PINES
UN'.LTB N0. 4 and 8 ASSESS_ME_NT_ DISTRICT
On motion of Supervisor Maxon seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
carried, the following resolutions were adopted regarding the award of construction
contract for Paradise Pines Units 4 and 8 Assessment District:
Resolution No. 717181 of Award of Contract to Baldwin Contracting.Co.
71182 Authorizing execution of agreement between the County
and Baldwin Contracting Ca., Inc, a corporation,
doing business under the fictitious name and style
of Butte Creek Rock Co, for the work to be done in
Paradise Pines units No. 4 and $ Assessment District
71-1614 APPROVE LEASE AGRE_E_MEN`T, FIRE SJ.A`L:ION ON FAIR STREEfi, CHICO
On motion of Supervisor M~Killop, seconded by Supervisor Maxon and
carried, the lease agreement with J. G. Williamson Properties, Inc for lease of
pxoperty at 233+ Fair Street, Chico, California was approved and the Chairman Was
authorized to sign,
71-1615 APPROVE DISPOSITION OF SL'RPLL'S VEHICLES
An analysis of vehicles which became surplus during the 1970-71 year
because of purchase replacement was forwarded with the agenda to the Board membersa
Chairman Reynolds stated he wanted it set out in the minutes that the vehicles axe
'surplus that the numbers of the vehicles be-set out and listed and that a control !be
set up so that the Board is made aware of what is happening to these surplus vehicles
and Chat the Board be advised at budget time when the departments request replaceme~}t
for a vehicle that has previously been replaced or declared surplus.
On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
carried, the Board approved the disposition of surplus vehicles as recommended
and listed below: Recommended dis ositio~n
Farm Advisor 1 sedan Surplus se_ 1Flyl
.health Depto 1 sedan Surplus (sell) $164
Public Works ~ 2 sedans Retain by Public Works 411 & 80
~~ ~~ 2 pickups Retain by Bldg, & Subdivision
~k95/127 & 95/128
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Sheriff Depax.tment ll Patrol units 2 to car~-paol~ 39fr & X278
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8 surp~380~s281? ~827'~839'284 & 285
71°1616 ITEMS DECLARED SURPTaUS PROPERTY s ~ o ~
On motion-of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by. Supervisor Maxon and
carried, the following items were declared surplus property and the Furchasing
Agent was authorized to dispose of the same, with provision that the Historical
Society be contacted on the Agricultural commissioner°s items with. historical
va 1ue o
1. `I4ao Stenorette dictating machines, at, the farm and Home Advisor Office,
one Stenorette transcribing machine and one stand for the transcribing machine
which is no longer needede
20 The Agricultural Commissioner has one 200 gallon Hardie spray rig,
skid mount, one four gallon kerosene burner, flame thrower, and one 50 gallow
test vessel, petroleum fW&M)o
3o E~ine items from Public Works which are obsoletea GMC 6 x 6 truck
(cab and chassis only) County Noo 121; office trailer, Masterbuilt County Noe 490;
Littleford emulsion sprayer (No Enge) County Noo 587; Jay wagon drill, 1962, and steel;
tank, 550 gallons; Shave°0°Disk; wheels and axels, two sets; antenna, 60-foot tower;
and scrap~.metal 10 m 15 tonso
4o One five gallon test vessel, Petroleum, Ajay and one liquid measure
nested set located at Agricultural Commissioner officeo These items have been
declared b.y the state to be inaccurate and unuseable for official weights and measures
testing and therefore are condemned, The Agricultural Commissioner states that both
instruments have historical value as they have been used by Butte County Weights
and,Measures Department since 1914 and suggest that they not be sold but preserved
and exhibited for citizens to seen
71°1617 T1iA0EL REQUEST APPROtlED
On motion of Supervisor Reynolds,' seconded by: Supervisor McKillop and
carried, the Director of Planning was granted authorization for Jerry Scott, associate
planner, to attend the Northern,California Planning Council meeting.August 20, 1971
in:McCloud, Siskiyou Countyo •Purpose of the meeting is to discuss mobile home laws.
and modular housings Number of night"s lodging°onee Estimated cost of trip.$30e
Travel by private vehicleo
RECESSe The Board recessed at 10x40 for the purpose of conducting an executive sessions
RECONGIENEDe The Board reconvened at 10050 following an executive session.,
71-1b18 APPEARANCE OF PATRICK PORCAN~ PUBLIC HEALI.7-I ~•WELFAEtE Of PEOPLE ON ENVIRONMENT
Patrick Porgan, 739 West 3rd~Street, Chico, stated he had made-a-survey
of the environment{>. He compiled some data that should be of interest. to-the
publico He stated that the water in Butte Creek is unfit to drink or bathe ino
He said the, food- that is $istributed to the people is not a balanced food for
the proper diet of these low income peoples He feels that 'the people should be
made-aware of the problems of the environment~ra He explained the survey he had
made in Butte Countyo
Claude Willis, Chico, said that there are a number of pumps on Butte
Creek and that the people are using the water for domestic purposeso The water
is polluted,
Mr, Porgan said that in the interest of the people, they should be
made aware of these dangers to-the environment, The Administrative Officer was
requested to ask the Health Department for information concerning the use of water
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71-161 pU~LIC HEARjCNGo ABANDONMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENTo RANCHOS ROBLEDOS SUBDI.
The public hearing on the request for abandonment of public utility.-easemeit
10 feet in width, located along the easterly,].ine o~ Lot 25 of the Ranchos Robledos
Subdivision, as recorded in Recorder`s Map Book 26 at pages 28, 29 and 30, being
AP 4.C-34-11, Chico, was held as advertised. Hearing opened to the public.
Appearing in Appositions no one. Appearing in favor% no one. Hearing closed to
the public.
71°1620 ADOPT RESOLUTION 71°I83 OF ABANDONMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT (RANCHOS
ROBLEDOS SUBDIVISION
On .motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
carried, Resolution 71-183 of abandonment of public utility easement 10 feet
in width, located along the easterly line of Lot 25 of the Ranchos Robledos
Subdivision, as recorded in Recorder`s Map Book 26 at. pages 28, 29 and 30, being
AP 40°34-17.5 Chico was adopted and the Chairman was authorized to sign.
71-1621 PUBLIC HEARING, U5E PEl2M1T FORA "SELF-.SERVICE" SERVICE STATION IN.CONJUNCTION
WITH A_SMALL MARi~T TO BE .LOCATED ON PROPER.TY.ZONED.nA-2" GENERAL, ON NE CORNER OF
LASSEN AVE. & GODMAN.AVENUE. CHICO
The public hearing for a use permit for a."self°service" service station
in conjunction-with a small market to be located on property zoned."A-2" general,
on the northeast corner of Lassen,Avenue and Godman Avenue, identified as AP 44-38-29,
Chico (Harry Anderson~William Retzer) was held as advertised. Jim Lawson,
Planning Director, summarized the actions of the Planning Commission. This use
permit was denied by the Planning Commission. He stated there was a petition
signed by 21 property owners in-opposition to this application. He said that the
main opposition that was expressed was that it was felt that this was a residential
neighborhood.
Hearing opened to the public,
Appearing in oppositions
1. Mrs. Preston Noe, 6 Villa Drive, Chico. She stated that the
petition that was presented represented agreat deal of assessed property. She
presented a letter from a property owner in opposition.
2. .Mrs. Drieda Bare, 1b Mayfair Drive, Chico. -She stated she
spoke for all the persons who had signed the petition. She had the records of all
the public hearings held in this matter.
. 3. Mrs. Paula Terry, 3 Villa Drive, Chico;
Appearing in favoro
1 1. Charles Andrews, attorney at law, and Mr. Retzer, applicant.
Mr. Andrews read the findings of the Planning Commission in this matter. He
explained the area in question. He said Lassen Avenue was one of the main arteries
to the airport; it is a thoroughfare.
Plans for t_he development set out by Mr, Retzer. .Mr. Retzer had a
petition signed by 94 persons; they are residents in the immediate area of the
proposed development.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board. Time spent
discussing the proposed development. Supervisor-Maxon asked if the apartments
would be a buffer for the store and the self service service station. Supervisor
McKillop said if there could be a guarantee for buffers, he would feel more
strongly about okaying the use permit. It was suggested that the use permit be
approved for a.one-year period, subject to the building of the apartments within
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one year,- If the apartments were r_ot built within the one year period, then the
use permit could be cancelled.
Supervisor McKillop.said he had some feelings about the .granting ,of
this use permit without the Chico supervisors being present. Since hearing: has
been closed, it was suggested that it be continued to '?`uesday, August 24, 1971
so that the Supervisors from Chico could be present and to also allow the
Supervisors to .view the area in question.
Hearing continued to Tuesday, August.24,-1971, at 11000 a.m.
RECESS 12:00 to reconvene at 1:30 Ponta
RECON9ENED: The Board reconvened at 1:30 p.m., Supervisors Gilman .and Madigan absent.
71-1622 PUBLIC HEARING, USE PERMIT SO ALLOW A.MOBILE HOME DISPLAY AND SALES OFFICE ON
PROPERTY .LOCATED ON: WEST, SIDE OF SKYWAY
The public hearing for a use permit to a1low.a mobile home display and
sales office on property located on the west side of Skyway at the intersection of
Evergreen ,Street and. Skyway, identified as AP 57°194-05, north of Magalia, as
requested by Charles I. Perry, Jr., was held as advertised, Jim Lawson, Planning
Director, summarized the actions of the Planning Commission, This use was approved
by the Planning Commission and the Planning Commission's decision was appealed by
Mr. L. C. Steele.
Time spent discussing the development of this use.
Hearing opened to the public. Appearing in favor: Charles Perry;.Jr.
and Carl.Youngdahl. Mr. Perry stated he had talked Lo Mr. Steele and Mro Steele
assured him he would not. be preserLt at this hearing to oppose this use. Mr .. Perry
explained the plans for the development of this used
Appearing in oppositions no one.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Boa rd .for action.
On .motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Maxon and
carried, the Board concurred with the Planning Commission .and approved the use permit
to allow a mobile home display and sales office on_property located on the west side
of Skyway,ar"`the intersection of Evergreen.Street and Skyway, identified as
AP 57-194-05, north of Magalia, for Charles T. Perry, Jr.
71-1623 CONTINUATION OF HEARINGS WILLIAM I,-SHULT2,.USE PERMIT FOR MULTIPLE FAMILY
DEVELOPMENT, OAK PARK A~IENUE, CHICO
The continuation of the public hearing for a use permit for multiple
family development (36 chits) on a four°•acre parcel located on the south side of
Oak Park Avenue and west of the Rosedale Elementary School identified as AP 42-19-34,
Chico, for William I. Shultz, was continued to Tuesday, August 24th, 1971 at
11x00 a,m.
71-1624 CONTINUATION OF HEARING ON.CANCELLSTION OF LAND CONSERVATION.AGREEMENT
(ARMIN SPECIZERT)
The hearing on cancellation of land conservation agreement (Armin
Speckert) was [-field as continued. Mr.Linhard, attorney for the applicant,
presented a written memo to the Board members concerning this matter. Mr. Linhard
explained the application for release from the agreement. Mr. Linhard set out
the reasons they felt the agreement should be cancelled. Chairman Reynolds
questioned Mr. Linhard concerning the assessed value of this land.
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Mr, Linhard called.Mr. Harvey:Stx•ipland to testify for the applicant.
Mr. Stripland is a professional forester from Auburn. .Mr. Stripland said he has
been in the forestry business for the past 22 years. He helps with the management
of forest land. He explained the purpose of the land conservation agreement.
He said he did not know it was so difficult to get out of these agreements.
Mr. Stripland stated he had looked at this property in question. He set out the
value of the land and .the acreage involved. He-said there is about 90 acres
that has no timber on it at all, There are 30 acres that are quite fully stocked
with trees. He explained the costs of clearing and planting the property.. He
said it would take about•,S2G,000 to get the property in .shape.
Mr. Linhard said that Mr. Speckert was being taxed on the income
potential of the land.-
RECESSa 2040
RECONVENEDs 2045
Hearing continued. Time spent discussing the land and the agreement.
Mr. Linhard stated that this property should hot have been placed under thib
land conservation agreement. Mr. Mace, assistant county counsel, stated that
this property had been logged twice; he said they have not been able to determine
what.-was gained from this logging.
Don.Black, Ag. Commissioner, said he did not have too much to say,
He said the committee made their report to the Board .and recommended denial of
this application. The procedure for withdrawal set out. Tt was stated that if
this application is denied, the Speckerts will give notice that they desire
to terminate the agreement at the end of the 10°year period.
Hearing closed, Time spent discussing the agreement and the request
for withdrawal.
Hearing continued to Tuesday, August 24th,-1971 at 1x30 in .order tha t
there might be a full Board of Supervisors,
Claude Willis, Forest~Ranch, stated that this is the only parcel of
land in .the Forest~Ranch area .that is in the land conservation act. .It is his
feeling that the property owners should not, be incumbered with these agreements,
He said tlis property has been logged-off a number of times.
Hearing continued.
71-1625 PUBLIC HEARINGo RESOLUTION RE ESTABLISHMENT. OF COUNTY SERVICE ,AREA NO. 42
(WEST,PARA,DISE ACCESS ROAD SERVICE AREA)
_ The public hearing .on the resolution to establish County 5ervice•Area No,
42, West Paradise Access road.. service-area, was held.as advertised, Dan Blackstock,
county counsel, explained this .matter. He stated that: this formation has.been
approved by the Local Agencg Formation Commission. Mr. Slackstock stated that
this Board could establish this service area today, then the area could be
amended after the study to include the areas of benefit. The County would contract
with Mr. McCain for-the study and when the study was completed, it would be placed
.back on-the Board's agenda,
Clif Nickelson, Administrative Officer,-gave the .report on the Local
Agency Formation Commission. meeting concerning this ,matter. He said this district
was for the design and study of the access road. This does not. preclude that
after the study is accomplished, then they could go ahead with. the construction of
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the roado The boundaries-could be amended at that time.
Hearing opened to the public.
Appearing in favoro Mrs<,Katherine Best< Mrs. Best spoke on the
purpose of the studyo Mr. Blackstock stated that Mre McCain-would work outside
the boundaries of the district during his study, Mr. McCain stated that it.was
better to have the boundaries too small than too large, Lt is easier to expand
the boundaries after the study, Mr'. McCain explained the study that would made
and how it would be:madeo
_. Letter from Aro LeMoyne Snyder read and discussed.
Dorothy Paradis, Orovilie, asked where the money for the study would
came from; would the genex'al tax,payex' have to pay for the study. She was told
that the residents within the district would pay for the study.
Hearing closed and confined to the Board for action.
71°1626 ADOPT.RESOLbTrON 71m184 ESTABLISHING COUNTY.-SERVICE AREA TO BE ENTITLED
"COUNTY SERVICE AREA.NO. 42"
On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by, Supervisor McKillop and
carried9 Resolution 71184 establishing County-Service Area to be entitled
"County Service Area'No. 42" was adopted and theChairman was authorized to sign.
711627 PUBLIC HEARINGe ESTABT,ISHMENT OF COUNTX SERVICE AREA N0. 43
(PALERMO SANITARY.SEWER.SERVICE.AREA)
_: The public hearing for the establisktment of County Service Area Noa 43
(Palermo Sanitary sewer service area) was held.as advertised. County Counsel
stated that this had been approved by the Local Agency Formation-Commission9
with the understanding that the assessed valuation of the property within the district
would not be able to support the construction of the facilities. A grant would
have to be made available for the construction of the facilities.
Public Works set the boundaries. The properties that petitioned to
have the district formed wex'e included within the area. Boundaries discussed.
Property could be annexed at.a,latex' date.
Hearing opened to the public.
Appearing in favoro Robert Rabe, Palermo, Dorothy Paradis, Mrs.
Paradis said she has property in the area to be within the district.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to Che Board.
On motion of Supervisor Reynolds, seconded by-Supervisor McKillop and
carried, Resolution 71185 establishing county service area-to be entitled "County
Service Area No. 43" was adopted and-the Chairman was authorized to sign.
71-1628 DANCE__LICENSE APPROVEDa H09KER OAK MODULATORS
On',motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
carried, the application of the Hooker Oak Modulators fora license to conduct a
dance at the .Durham Memorial Hall on Saturday, August 21,:1971 was approved.
71°1629 MATTP~RS PRESEN D FOR.DQSCUSSION
Supervisor-Maxon said he felt there should be an alternative for the
Board to discuss at the hearing-for the 5upervisorial redistricting. He said this
redistricting .as proposed will place a burden on .some of the Board members. He
-set out his feelings concerning the redistricting. Redistricting discussed. No
action taken.
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Supervisor Maxon said he felt the telephone system to Paradise was
impossible. He said it was almost impossible to get the line to Paradise; people
from.Pasadise cannot get through to the Courthouse. die lines discussed.
Mr, M~ckelson said he-was going to be asking for a policy by the Board concerning.
direct dialing. No action taken at this time,
Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, questioned the Board as to whether
they intended to meet on-September 7th. It was stated that there would be no
Board meeting on September 7, 1971.
County Counsel stated that he has the parade ordinance in draft form.
He said he would have it ready in-the near future for-the Boards consideration,
Mr, Blackstock said that in the matter of an ordinance concerning
assaults. on policeofficers4 the Penal Code covers this. The State Iaw preempts
the local government in this matter, No action need be taken at this time.
ADJOURNMENTo
There being nothing further before the Board at this time, the meeting
was adjourned at 4000 PeMo to reconvene on Tuesday, August 24, 1971 at 9000 a.m.
AT~EST~ CLARK A, ~vEISON, COUNTY CI,EitK
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Byo C a rman of the oard
Board o~ Supervisors Clerk
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