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HomeMy WebLinkAboutM100372October 3, 1972 STATE OF CALIFORIlT7A COUNTY OF BUTTE SS ,. The Board of Supervisors met at 9:00 a.m, pursuant to adjournment. Present: Supervisors Douthit, Ladd, Madigan, Maxon and Chairman Gilman. Clifton Mickelson, Administrative Officer, Daniel Blackstock, County Counsel, and Clark A. Nelson, County Clerk, by Margie Catt, Board of Supervisors Clerk, TNVOCATION: Rector W. Hamilton Aulenbach, St. John - St. David's Episcopal Church, Chico. Pledge of allegiance to the flag of the United States of America 72-1602 APPROVAL OF MINUTES On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and unanimously carried, the minutes of September 26, 1972 were approved with the following addition: Page 331, Approval of Minutes, at the request of Supervisor Madigan, the following should be inserted: When Marin County did it, when they had a population of about 108,OOO.it cost them a million dollars, so I think the motion should have some implementation as far as financing is concerned if we are going to live with it. Discussed motion on Page 342 concerning travel. Mr.Mickelson will set out the out-of-county travel and it will be reduced 10%. 72-1603 COMMUNICATIONS Pacific Modules, Inc „ Elk Grove, Mr, P. David Holcomb, president, files an appeal to the Board's denial of the tentative map of North Durham j ~j, Od Estates, Public Hearing set for October 24, 3972 at 1:30 p,m. George M. Krejci, Orovilleo Mr, Krejci files appeal to one of the conditions O placed upon the map when approved by the Planning Commission at its Jl 3,~ meeting on September 21, Will be taken up later in the meeting. Ed Gordon, Oroville. Mr. Gordon sends copy of letter to Assemblyman Ray ~ Johnson concerning certain aspects of the operation of the Butte ~0~~ County Welfare Department. He also sends letter to Board of Supervisors concerning desk space at the Welfare Department for contact purposes with persons having welfare problems, Discussed and referred to Ed Robinson, Protaca Industries, Chico. The Company sends brochure describing their air ambulance rescue service proposal and requests that this be considered by theBoard. Referred to Ambulance and Public Safety Committee, Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company. The Company writes to inform the Board ,L ~Cf C9 ~ that it has abandoned certain easements as requested by residents in Paradise T_ Discussed and referred to the Planning Commission. Paradise Civic Betterment Association. :The Association requests consideration v of the building of pathways along some of the roads in the area and l~ 6 O~~ suggest that this might be a worthwhile work project for welfare recipients, Referred to Clay Castleberry who will report back to the Board. Butte County Employees Association. Everett R. Patten, president, sends copy of the Association's letter to Assemblyman Ray Johnson requesting (a0 O~Q o information as to the time of presentation before the legislature of the hospital charter amendment, and also asking how he intends to vote. Dan Blackstock explained this matter to the Board. Butte County Taxpayers Association. Mrs, Dorothy Thresher, secretary, writes to inform the Board that Melvin "Tip" Trimble of Chico has been appointed j //,D't. to serve on the committee to evaluate assessments and assessment procedures in Butte County. Information only. California Taxpayers Association, The Association forwards a copy of its booklet entitled "Analysis of Measures on the November 7, 1972 Ballot." / ©~' ~.~ Information only, Page 345, October 3, 1972 October 3, 1972 City of Oroville. Mr. Gonce, city administrator, writes that the City Council, at its meeting on September 18, authorized a letter of /1 ~~~0 ~ appreciation to the Board for its cooperation with the City in painting the Upper Thermalito Bridge. Information only. City of Oroville. The City Administrator forwards copy of his letter b d to Clay Castleberry giving concurrence of the Council in naming of the streets serving the new court facility as Court Street. Information only, State Department of Water Resources. The Department forwards copy of Amendment No. 9 to the contract with the Tulare Lake Basin Water ~~~~ a Storage District as required under Article 36 of our contract. Discussed; no action taken. Senators Cranston and Tunney, The Senators have sent us a telegram informing us that Butte County's first year entitlement under the revenue sharing program is $2,023,000 and this funding is retroactive to January 1, 1972. The Treasury intends to mail checks covering the first half of calendar 1972 next month with the remaining portion to come in January of 1973. Discussed; information only. Butte County Farm Bureau. The Bureau forwards a copy of Govornor Reagan's letter proclaiming the week of October 1 through 7 as Farm Bureau Week Q 5 ,d ~ in California. They request that the Board adopt a resolution of concurrence and support of the Govornor's designation of Farm Bureau Week. Board concurred with the designation but they do not designate special weeks. McCain and Associates. Robert F, Guth, Environmental Engineer, writes to inform the Board that the California Supreme Court has ruled that state and local government agencies must file an "Environmental Tmpact Report" on alI private construction as well as public projects "which may have a significant effect on the environment." McCain and Associates would be happy to appear before the Board and/or Planning Cammission to answer any questions regarding their qualification for preparing these reports, Discussed; no action taken. Petition. The people request that a 15 MPH speed limit sign be put on ~C ~Q,O C~ La Mesa Drive in Chico because of the speeding problem on this street. Clay Castleberry will look into this with the Highway Patrol. Mr, and Mrs. Alfred Illgen, Mr, and Mrs, Illgen write concerning the three school buses coming in and out of the James T. Fry home which ~~p,a U houses mentally and physically handicapped children. They feel that this is a rather excessive use of the taxpayers money, an added nuisance, and wear on the road, No action taken. League of Women Voters in Chico. The League would like to receive the Board p.~+~ ~ of Supervisors agendas in the mail. r Referred to Clif Mickelson who will write a letter to them explaining the procedure of obtaining the agendas, Freida NuII. Mrs, Null writes in regard to the increase in Social Security being taken out of O.A.S, checks. Mrs. Null does not receive enough ~D ~ ~'~ ~ money for the needs of her children. Referred to Ed Robinsono with request that he report back to the Board. Butte County Farm Bureau. The Bureau writes to inform the Board that Gerald M. Geiger will represent the Butte County Farm Bureau on the Assessment Study Committee which is now being formed, Chairman Gilman would like for them to attempt to set up the first meeting. 72-1604 APPtOVE PUBLIC WORKS ITEMS: ADOPT ORDINANCE 1294 ESTABLISHING SPL+ED LIMITS ON COHASSET ROAD & MONTE VISTA AVENUE On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Maxon and unanimously carried, the following action was taken: 1, Approved contract change order ~kl, Lower Wyandotte Road, Oro-Bangor Highway, Las Plumas Avenue, Project No. 21553-70-1, in the increasing amount of $11,396.03 which provides for removing unsuitable material and placing aggregate subbase; transfer funds from equipment section (53-18-630) savings Page 346 October 3, 1972 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Qctoher 3,=1472 = _ _ - - - - - _ - _ _ _ _ from purchase of motor graders and sanders to Work Order 1782 (see transfer 8-13 approved later in the minutes) and the Chairman was authorized to sign. 2. Adopted ordinance no. 1294 establishing speed limits on Cohasset Road and Monte Vista Avenue and authorized the Chairman to sign, 72-1605 AUDITOR TO RELEASE CASHIER'S CHECK: MERRY MOUNTAIN SUBDIVISION UNIT ~~4 On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and unanimously carried, the Auditor was instructed to release the $70O cashier's chec which was posted by Mr. Waterson in lieu of a bond for the Merry Mountain Subdivision Unit ~~4, 72-1606 GRANTED REQUEST FOR PERMISSION TO CROSS ONE~FOOT STRIP (GRIDLEY FREEWAY- RICHINSZ Division of Highways, in the process of acquiring right of way for freeway in the Gridley area, is requesting that George Richins be granted permission to cross the one-foot strip at the end of Hollis Lane for access to his property, Mr, Clay Castleberry, Director of Public Works, explained the situation; he feels that it is in ordero On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and unanimously carried, the request for permission to czars the one-foot strip at the ned of Hollis Lane for access to the property cganer's (George Richins) progeny was granted. 72-1607 CHAIRMAN AUTHORIZED TO SIGN REQUEST FOR WAIVER OF FINAL AUDIT OF GEORGIA-PACTFTC ACCESS ROAD (EDA PROJECT) On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Maxon and unanimously carried, .the Chairman was authorized to sign the request for waiver of audit requirements for the Georgia-Pacific access road, 72-1608 MEETING_SET_TO DISCUSS HOUSE NUMBERING Mr. Castleberry stated that he had written a letter to the Board members ,and to the postmasters requesting that they meet on October 11th to discuss the problem of house numbering. He said he would like to have the Board members attend this meeting, Discussed; no action takeno 72-1608 DISCUSSION: ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL ACT Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, reported on the Environmental Control Acte He said the act would not require a study on private activity; it only applied to public agencies. He reported that last week the Supreme Court came out with the decision in which -they held that the Environmental Act ~ apply to any building permit or use permit that would have an affect on the environment. He said he hoped that the Court would give them a clarification of this ruling. There will be an emergency meeting this week to discuss the problem and he will report back to the Board next week on this problem. He said he would have copies of the decision for the Board members. He said the County does have a Conservation element in the County General Plan and he explained how this would affect the matter. He explained how this act will be handled in this County. Mr. Blackstock said the California Supreme Court was interpreting the impact of the law in California. Chairman Gilman stated that next week when the Board receives the opinion, then the Board can pursue this matter, Time spent discussing the act; no action taken. 72-1609 REPORT ON ESTIMATE OF COST OF ELECTION IN COUNTY SERVICE AREA ~~45 Clark Nelson, County Clerk, provided the Board with an estimate of costs of election in CountyService Area (k45, also the number of voters in the district Page 347, October 3, 1972 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Octiobe; 3 ,=1972 = _ _ _ -- _ - _ _ _ _ _ _ and the number of signatures received protesting formation of the district. Mr, Nelson said he estimated that the election would cost $538,00, He said the election could be held any time after the General Election. He said there were over 100 signatures on the petitions. The supplemental petitions were not checked. There were 165 signatures on the petitions but only 143 were valid, Election for the district discussed. On motion of; Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Douthit and unanimously carried, an election was set for Tuesday, December 12th, 1972 for the County Service Area ~~450 72-1610 REPORT ON ANY ADVERSE AFFECTS OF ADDRESS CHANGES IN PARADISE AREA Mr, Nelson reported to the Board on any adverse affects of address changes in the Paradise area, He said he had talked to the postmistress of Magalia and has also discussed the matter with Mr, Castleberry. There has only been 3 changes of address as of now; the rest will be changed after the first of the year, He said that if there are any mix-ups in the delivery of the ballots, Mr, Castleberry has offered. to deliver these ballots. Mr. Castleberry explained the action his department had taken. He has given an order to his men not to make any more changes. The people in that area were originally using their lot numbers for their address. Mr. Castleberry stated that until this Board directs him, his department will make no more changes Mr. Nelson said the ballots will be sent to all the registered voters in that area, He said there will be no person that will loose the right to vote because of the change in the addresses in the Magalia-Paradise area, Matter discussed; no action taken, 72-1611 REPORT ON THE PURCHASING PROCEDURES FOR ELECTION SUPPLIES Mr. Nelson reported on the purchasing procedures for election supplies. The election department did not put the orders through the purchasing department, in the pasto All the orders this year will go through the purchasing department. They placed their final orders last week, He did not go out and secure bids because of the shortness of time, He said there will be 5 elections in the future and the election department will go out to bid for these supplies. Discussed the matter of securing bids for these supplieso No action taken. RECESS: 10:05 RECONVENED: 10:20 72-1612 APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR PERFORMANCE OF MEDICAL SERVICES Mr. Robinson presented the proposed agreement form for use in obtaining doctors services at the County Hospital. Mr. Robinson stated that they have found a qualified physician-anesthesiologisto He said the doctor, Mr. Blackstock and himself had met-and discussed this matter. He explained the services that would be rendered by this physician. Mro Blackstock explained the contract. Mr. Blackstock said he had been assured by the insurance agent that there would be no problem.with the malpractice issues He set out the RVS schedule within the agreement; it relates to the 1964 schedule. He explained the rates; the hospital will have to make the computations. Mr. Robinson explained the difference in the RVS rates. He said there should be no conflict in the cost of services. He explained how the units are determined. Mr. Mickelson said he had discussed this with the doctors and they Page 348. October 3, 1972 October 3,^1972 _~ _ _ _ - W = W = _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ - _ ~ _ - _ have a data processing list that they use, Time spent discussing the proposed agreement. Mr, Robinson said the doctor was in the County now helping out on a day to day basis. Mr. Blackstock said the agreement could be approved subject to approval by County Counsel and the Auditor for fiscal control; he said he should have the answer on the malpractice insurance shortly, On motion of Supervisor Douthit, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and unanimously carried, the agreement for performance of medical services was approved, subject to approval by County Counsel, contingent upon the clarification of the malpractice insurance issue, and the Auditor, and the Chairman was authorized to signo 72-1613 APPROVE APPOINTN]ENT_OB' HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATOR Jim Rackerby, Personnel Director, presented the report from the Hospital Board of Trustees concerning the appointment of a Hospital Administrator, The Board of Trustees recommend the appointment of Walter Atkins at Range 30,5, Step D, or at a salary of $1497 per month. Appointment discussed. On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and unanimously carried, the Board followed the Hospital Board of Trustees .ecommendation and approved the employment of Walter Atkin as Hospital Administrator, at Range 30.5, Step D, at a monthly salary of $1497. 72-1614 gPPROVE AMENDMENTS TO WELFARE GENERAL ASSISTANCE MAI3UAL Ed Robinson, Welfare Director, requests that certain amendments be made to the General Assistance Manual to standarize use of certain application forms between this and other aids. He said this would minimize the paper work. On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and unanimously carried, amendments to the General Assistance Manual was approved as requested by the Welfare Director, ~//2-16I5 ADOPT RESOLUTION 72-173 INTENTION TO CHANGE NAME OF "FARRIS ROAD" TO "EVERS ROAD". BIGGS On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisox Madigan and unanimously carried, Resolution 72-173 of intention to re-name County Highway ("Farris Road" to "Evers Road") was adopted and the Chairman was authorized to sign. Hearing date was set for November 14, 1972 at 1:30 p.m. 72-1616 APPROVE TENTATIVE PARCEL MAPS Tentative parcel maps recommended fox approval by the Planning Commission discussed, The appeal of George Ma Krejci of one of the conditions discussedo Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, stated that there was a one week appeal period on these maps. Supervisor Ladd said he had looked at the property; Mro Krejci was appealing the condition concerning the 30' easement. Time spent discussing this request for an appeal. Mr. Castleberry said he did not feel that the conditions were any different from the other mapsy he does not feel that they are unreasonable. Mr. Blackstock said the Board should approve or reject today; the time limit would be run out on this map if held over another week. The Board could approve the map and the applicant could then appeal the Board's decision, Supervisor Ladd slid he had some reservations about the easement. He felt the Board could approve the map and then if Mr, Krejci does appeal the Board could hear him at that time, Page349, October 3, 1972 October 3,_1972 On motion of Supervisor Douthit, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and unanimously carried, the following tentative parcel maps were approved, subject to the conditions set out by the Planning Commission; with the findings that they are consistent with the General Plan: 1, George M. Krejci, AP 37-78-57 {portion of), 2 lots, south of Black Bart Road, approximately 1/4 mile south of Forbestown near Hurleton. 2, Andrew M. Anderson, AP 39-37-34, 3 lots, northeast corner of Dayton Rd., and Stanley Avenue, Chico. Surveyor: D, Ra Roper 3. Nina M, Choate, AP 56-29-06 and 5fi-32-02, 4 lots, near Hwy. 32 off Garland Raad, Forest Ranch. Surveyor: Gar Lippincott. 4. Don Manthei, AP 56-14-34, 2 lots, on Vilas Rd, near Cohasset Rd., near Cohasset. Engineer: Walter B. Grimes & Associates 5, David Gill, AP 36-06-51, 2 lots, Mt. Ida Rd „ near LaMirada, Oroville, Engineer: Kendall Engineering, 72-1617 APPROVE TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP RECOMMENDED FOR EXCEPTION Jim Lawson, Planning Director, explained the tentative parcel map recommended for exception for John D. Drake. Exception explained, The applicant has requested approval of an exception to allow a 40 ft. roadway easement for California Water Services. The Ordinance requires a minimum of 60 ft. If the exception is approved, the Subdivision Committee recommends the following conditions: 1. Install a fire hydrant on the southeast side of Lassen Avenue at or near the northeast corner of parcel 3. 2. Annex to drainage district and pay appropriate fees. Matter discussed. On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and unanimously carried, the tentative)parcel map for John D. Drake, AP 44-35-16, 3 lots, on Lassen Ave. near Burnap Ave,, North Chico was approved with the exception to allow a 40 fto roadway easement, subject to the conditions set out by the Ata~+da,v{,lion Committee, with. the finding that it is consistent with the General P'ian. 72-1618 CONTINOED: SUBDIVISION MAP RECOMMENDED FOR APPRDVAL-FEATHER RIVER FOREST ACREAGES, LAKE MADRONE Jim Lawson, Planning Director, explained the continued hearing on the Feather River Forest Acreages, subdivision map, 31 lots, Lake Madrone, near Berry Creek, above Oroville. Owner: Madrone Lake Properties, Engineer: Kendall Engineering. He set out the amended conditions. He said there are still some items that need to be discussed, Clay Castleberry, Director of Public Works, spoke briefly on these items, They feel that almost all of the conditions have been resolved with the exception of No. 9. That concerns the ownership of the dam. They met with the developers and tried to work out something in this matter. The big items is the ownership of the dam. Chairman Gilman requested that Mr. Castleberry explain his position concerning the dam. Mr, Castleberry said the solution suggested is not one they could live with. At this time they do not have a solution for the Division of Dams Safety. He does not think Page 350. October 3, 1972 October 3,_1972 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - the County should be involved in the Dam. Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, said he had about an hour conversation with Mr. Gardner yesterday afternoon concerning the question of the dam, Mr. Blackstock explained the problem of the dam, He said that the Legislature has passed new laws requiring the inspection of the dams. The County feels that Mr. Gardner.hae the responsibility to maintain the dam; Mr. Blackstock said he wondered if there would be some way that the property owners Association could take over the dam. Mr, Blackstock said the subdivision map would be deemed approved with the conditions if action was not taken today. Condition No. 9 read and discussed. Supervisor Ladd said that these people in that area would have the use of the Lake, There is no way that he would agree for the tax paying public to pay for the dam and have it used by these property owners only. These property owners should have the liability of this dam. Supervisor Douthit said that suppose this dam washed out, would not the County have the responsibility of replacing the road, Statement discussed. The question is whether the County has the right of way to this road, Mr. Blackstock said the County does have the right of use. The County has an easement only, Chairman Gilman said that in the interest of time, the Board would continue this discussion after they have heard from the people in the audience. 72-1619 APPEARANCE: C. A."WI THINGTON, WOODLAND AVE., OROVILLE Mr. C. A. Wi.thington, Woodland Avenue, Oroville, spoke on the subject of the P.G. & E Iines in the county. He set out the massive P.G.&E. transmission Iine in question. He said a week ago a P.G.& E. right of way agent appeared at his home to secure a right of way from him, He stated he had gone through the files at Planning Commission, He secured all the items he could on the action taken by the County concerning the installation of these lines. He obtained a copy of the memo from Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, to Lawrence J. Lawson, Director of Planning, dated October 3.9,1971 concerning the proposed Table Mountain TESLA kv T/L line. He also had a copy of the memo from the Director of Planning to Mr. Blackstock concerning the proposed Table Mountain Tesla 500 kv T/L line. He feels that there is too great of a cooperative attitude to P.G.& E. by county officials and by the press. He said that P.G.& E, gives dinner parties to foster the press's attitude. He explained the routes that have been used by P.G. & E. He said that Mr. Lawson had notified County Counsel that the line would be going through residential areas, setting out the dangers of these things. Mr. Worthington requested that the Board investigate this matter. Supervisor Ladd said he would like to have the Planning Director secure a map from P,G. & E, showing all the lines that have gone in in this County. Matter discussed; no action taken at this time. 72-1620 APPEARANCE OF WARb CAMERON. PARADISE Ward Cameron, Paradise, said he was appearing as an interested and concerned citizen, He said he was interested in the new Federal revenue sharing program. and felt that probably all the County departments were making plans on how the over $2,000,000 would be spend, He said he felt that the needed tax relief should be given consideration for the use of these Page 351. October 3, 1972 October 3, 1972 funds, He said that maybe a citizens advisory committee should be appointed to study and make recommendations for the use of this revenue sharing money, The committee could recommend the best use of this money, Supervisor Maxon agreed that all these funds should be reserved to reduce the tax rate in this County. Mr. Cameron said he does not recommend that all the money go to tax relief but that the people have a chance to say how some of it should be used. 72-1621 INTRODUCTION OF NEW BUTTE COUNTY EMPLOYEES ASSOCZATLON MANAGER. Roy Pritchard, Butte County Employees Association Director, introduced the new managex of the Association, Mra Ray Cudney, He said he was here today to introduce him to the Board members and to the Department heads, Chairman Gilman welcomed Mra Cudney to the County. 72-1622 APPEARANCE: SHERMAN HtNAMA16_ JTt. -.. GRIDLEY Mr. Sherman Hinaman,, Jr., Gridley, stated he is the Chairman of the Lake Madrone Lot Owners Association. They have a number of objections to the Lake Madrone map. He said their association would like this map go back for more hearings. $upervisor Douthit said that if these people could meet with the new Lake Madrone developers maybe they might be able to work out the problem. Chairman Gilman said that Mr. Lawson had a waiver of the time limit on the Feather River Forest Acreages Map, Map discussed, Chairman Gilman said he wondered what the proper method would be so that the people could he hearda to approve the map or refer it back to Planning for further hearings, Mr, Castleberry said there was a waiver of the time limits, He suggested that a meeting be set of two Supervisors, County Counsel, the representative of the developer and representatives from the Lot Owners Association so that they could resolve all the problems involved, Supervisor Ladd said he would suggest that it ~ti.ght be better if the lot association and Mr, Gardner meet and discuss the items separate from the discussion with the County concerning the matter of the dam. Mr. Barber from Kendall Engineering said that probably the people here do not realize that they have 450 acres that they are subdividing. He set out the various problems involved and action that could be taken, He said at this time they would waive the time that the map should be approved. Meeting of the committee discussed, Chairman Gilman said that Supervisors DoutAti~ and Ladd wt~eld serve as the Board's representatives on the committee, He suggested that the meeting be set for a week or 10 days. Dan Pellicotti, Oroville, said he would like to preserve this wonderful prime land in the County, He asked if Supervisor Douthit was still interested in Kendall Engineering. Supervisor Douthit said he has no interest in this firm, Bill Talbitzer, Oroville, requested a press conference with Supervisor Douthit, County Counsel and the Chairman of the Board after the noon recess has been declared, Mrs, Harriett Tofner, Berry Creek, said that there was more than one home owners Association up in the Berry Creek area, There are 3 groups besides Mra Garner's group that should be represented when there is a meeting, Chairman Gilman said th~tag~e~~~sentatives of all the groups October 3, 1972 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Oc goher 3 , =14 72 = _ - ~ - - _ _ ~ _ _ - _ should be xepxesented at the meeting. Decision on map put over to a later date after the meetings are held, Stan Pittman, Oroville, said that on the Lake Madrone issue, he noticed that there was discussion on some things that are not in the Board's province. It was stated that the County did not have the "in-put" of the people in the lake Madrone area. He suggested that the matter be sent back to the Planning Commission so that there could be other hearings and the Board could get the feelings of the people concerning this matter. Chairman said that this could be considered after the meetings have been held by the committee. RECESS: 12:00 RECONVENED: 1:30 72-1623 PUBLIC HEARING: ROLLEN WATERSON-PROPOSED REZONING FROM "A-2" (GENERAL) DISTRICT TO "R-1" (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL] DISTRICT, PROPERTY ADJACENT TO "MERRY MOUNTAIN SUBDIVISION UNIT N0. 3," APPROXIMATELY ONE-HALF MILE WEST OF CLIPPER MILLS The public hearing on the Rollen Waterson proposed xezoning from "A-2" (general) district to "R-1" (single family residential] district for that property generally described as being adjacent to "Mexry Mountain Subdivision Unit No. 3," approximately one-half mile west of Clipper Mi11s, containing 34 acres, more or less, was held as advertised. Jim Lawson, Planning Director, summarized the action of the Planning Commissiono Planning Commission recommend approval of the rezoninga Hearing opened to the public at this timed Appearing in favor: no one, Appearing as opposed to the rezoning: no one. Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board for action. 72-162+ ADOPT (QRDTNANCE N0. 1295 AMENDING ORDINANCE 925, CONSOLIDATING R-1 (STNGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) DISTRICTS (ME1414Y MOUNTAIN SUBDIVISION UNIT NO 3) On motion of Supervisor Douthit, seconded by Supervisor Maxon and unanimously carried, Oxdinance No, 1295 amending Ordinance 925, consolidating R-1 (single-family residential) districts was adopted and the Chairman was authorized to sign. 72-1625 REQUEST FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO HOLD UP PRINTING OF TAX BILLS FOR PURPOSE OF GIVING TAX RELIEF TO PROPERTY OWNERS Supervisor Maxon said he was talking to the County Treasurer and it appears that the tax bills are not printed at this time, He said that if the County was to receive the revenue sharing funds, the Board could, if legally possible, use some of the funds to give property tax relief, This could be set as a line item on the tax bill. Chairman Gilman said the County should make sure that they have the money before making plans for the use of the money. He said he would hate to be a party to lowering the tax rate this year and then bounce back next year with a higher rate, The County should try to level out the tax rate so people would know the type tax bills they would have to pay. Supervisor Ladd said he would certainly like to see this money used to reduce property taxes instead of using it for other programs. He thinks that before making a decision on this the County should have the money on hand, Page 353. October 3, 1972 October 3,_1972 He said he has read some of the guidelines for the use of this money and he does not know if the County could use the funds for this purpose. It was moved by Supervisor Maxon, and seconded by Supervisor Douthit that County Treasurer be asked to hold up the printing of the tax bills at this time, and i£ the revenue sharing funds are received, that the County provide relief as a line item in the amount of .65 tax relief, and that it is the intent of this Board, subject to the approval of the County Counsel and subject to it being allowable ,to use the Federal revenue sharing funds for tax relief on the tax bills. AYES: Supervisors Douthit and Maxon NOES: Supervisors Ladd, Madigan and Chairman Gilman Motion failed. Chairman Gilman said he still maintained that if the Board could wipe out the whole County tax bill, when the tax bill is examined you would find that the amount paid to the County is small compared to what is used by the schools, special districts, recreation, etc. Supervisor Ladd suggested that the Eoard instruct County Counsel and the Tax Collector to give the Board the information needed in this matter, It was moved by Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Douthit and carried, that the County Treasurer be requested to delay in the printing of the tax bills until next week and request him to appear before the Board next week and report on the revenue sharing program and to provide the Board with information in this matter, provided that the tax bills are not already printed, AYES: Supervisors Douthit, Ladd and Maxon , NOES: Supervisor Madigan and Chairman Gilman Dan Pellicotti, Oroville, said this revenue sharing money could be used~to pay off the loan for the new court house. The. County could save the money they are paying for interest. 72-1626 APPROVE AGREEMENT WITH LOUIS STOETZER LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER Dr, Maguire, Mental Health Director, explained the agreement with %J~, Louis Stoetzer, licensed clinical social worker, for consultative services, `) He said there would be a maximum hours of service of 700 and that provision was made in the Mental Health budget for this service, The agreement has been approved by Auditor and County Counsel. Dr_ Maguire said this agreement is a continuation of the prior year contracts He explained the program and the services rendered. This is not a new service, Agreement discussed. On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, the agreement with Louis Stoetzer, licensed clinical social worker, for consultative services was approved and the Chairman was authorized to sign. AYES: Supervisors Ladd, Madigan Maxon and Chairman Gilman NOES: Supervisor Douthit 72-1627 SUPERVISOR DOUTHIT EXCUSED AT THIS TIME On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and carried, Supervisor Douthit was excused at this time to attend another committment. Page 354. October 3, 1972 ___= W =____=====October=31 1972= = = = = - ------- f/2-1628 ADOPT RESOLUTION 72-174 AUTHORTZTNG DIRECTOR OF MENTAL HEALTH TO EXECUTE NURSES TRAINING AGREEMENTS Dr. Maguire said that a form of nurses training agreement has been prepared by County Counsel for use by the Mental Health Director in various institutions where such training is necessary. There is an overall allocation for this type training in the Mental Health budget and any agreements for such training would be limited to this budgeted authorization. Counsel and Auditor agree that the form is proper and request the Board C/.~ to authorize Dr, Maguire to sign such agreements with whatever institutions `~ T he desires to institute such training programs. Dr. Maguire said that nurses would be sent for a period of a few days to have exposure in the mental health facility, The training would be outside their own facility. They would learn the type nursing technique that is needed for mental health patients. Agreements discussed. Supervisor Ladd felt that if the hospital wanted the nurses trained along this line, they should pay some of the costs for the training, If the contract could be changed to show that the hospital and/or the nurses could share the cost of the training, then he would go along with the agreement. It was suggested that the agreement be modified to include convalescent hospitals. Supervisor Douthit had stated prior to his leaving that he would like his "No" vote cast in this matter. On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, Resolution 72-174 authorizing the Director of Mental Health Services to execute the nurses training agreements which come within his budgetary authorization yes adopted, the agreement was approved with the modification that it include this service to nursing and convalescent hospitals on the basis that the hospital and/or nurses share the cost on a 75-25% cost sharing basis, such agreements to be subject to approval for fiscal and budgetary control by the County Auditor, and further subject to approval by State Department of Mental Hygiene, and the Chairman was authorized to sign. AYES: Supervisors Ladd, Madigan and Chairman Gilman NOES: Supervisors Douthit and Maxon 72-1629 APPROVE AGREEMENT WITH CHICO COMMUNITY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL FOR PHYSICIANS' SERVICES Dr. Maguire said this agreement is in addition to the previous agreement with Chico Community Memorial Hospital for providing beds for psychiatric patients and provides for utilization of medical services of the emergency room staff of physicians apt this hospital, for care and treatment of such psychiatric patients, Reimbursement to such physicians will be on an RVS of 70~ per unit. These services are covered in the Mental Health budget. The agreement is approved by Auditor and Counselo Agreement form calls for signature by the Butte County Director of Mental Healtho Dr. Maguir e explained the services that would be covered under this agreement, He said they have been operating as though they had the contract for about two months and so far it has turned out remarkable well. Agreement discussed, On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and carried, the agreement with Chico Community Memorial Hospital for physicians' services was approved for services of the emergency room staff and the Director of Mental Health was authorized to sign. AYES: Supervisors Ladd, Madigan, Maxon and Chairman Gilman NOES: Supervisor Douthit (he cast this vote pricer to his leaving) 72-1630 APPROVE LEAVES OF ABSENCE 0n motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and Page 355, October 3, 1972 October 3,_1972 carried, the following non-compensates] leaves of absence were approved as requested by the Hospital Board of Trustees: 1. Laura Heath - 97 days 2. Carol Eiledge-- 60 days 3. Sena Cannoy - 60 days 72-1631 APPROVE WORK EXPERIENCE CONTRACT On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded bySupervisor Madigan and carried, the work experience contract with Butte Jr. College was approved and the Chairman was authorized to sign, 72-1632 APPROVE 16 MM PROJECTOR TO BE DECLARED SURPLUS PROPERTY On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, a 16mm film project with speaker, located at the County Library, was declared surplus property and the Purchasing Agent was authorized to dispose of said item. l 72-1632~DISCUSSION: USE OF COUNTY SURPLUS VEHICLES BY THE E.O.C. A resolution has been prepared which would authorize the use of four county surplus vehicles by the E.O,C, Supervisor Ladd stated that quite some time ago he had asked to have a list of the county cars and a list of the people driving the cars; also the condition of the cars. He said he had requested that the person using the vehicle put down the time he took the car and the mileage he had put on the vehicle, A daily log should be kept of each vehicle. Matter discussed. Item taken off the agenda at this time. Supervisor Madigan asked if the vehicles are turned over to EOC, wher.,e is the liability going to stand. Clif Nickelson, Administrative Officer, said that the cars would be in proper working condition when turned over to EOC. EOC would maintain the vehicles. The insurance would be covered under the County's blanket policyo EOC would have their own insurance but the vehicle would still be a county car and so there would still be an exposure. Matter taken of£ the agenda until further notice, r/%2-1633 ADOPT RESOLUTIONS 72-175 through 72-180: SALE OF TAX DEEDED PROPERTY On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and carried, the following resolutions were adopted and the Chairman was authorized to sign: Resolution 72-175 - sale of AP 050-22-0-073-0 located Wheeler Road, Paradise " 72-176 - sale of AP 053-18-0-020-0 located on Sylvan Way, Paradise " 72-177 - sale of AP 053-18-0-021-0 " " " " " " 72-178 - sale of AP 52-101-918-0 located on Honey Run Rd. Paradise " 72-179 - sale of AP 027-30-002-0 located Carmel Avenue, Palermo 72-180 - sale of AP 027-30-0-005-0 " " " " X72-1634 ADOPT RESOLUTION 72-181 AUTHORIZING CHAIRMAN TO EXECUTE GRANT APPLICAfiION FOR SECOND YEAR FUNDING FOR DRUG CONTROL CENTER A revised application has been prepared for second year funding from CCCJ for the drug control center. The revision has brought the application down to the level of the prior year funding as required. The application has been approved for submission by the Auditor subject to canditions as explained in his memo to the Board of Supervisors, Dr. Heindl was present to explain the application and to answer questions by the Board members, She said that voluntary services by the Bridge will be acceptable this year, Program discussed. Page 356, October 3, 1972 October 3,_1972 On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, Resolution 72-181 authorizing the Chairman to execute grant application fox second year funding for drug control center was adopted and the Chain was authorized to sign. 72-1635 APP ROVE APPOINTMEI3TS TO PERSONNEL APPEALS BOARD The Butte County Employees Association has requested reappointment of Mr. 3oe Carlile as their representative to the Appeals Board. Mr. Dave Vasco has been approved as the representative from the department head group and also Mr. Ray Leonard has been requested to serve again as the member from the public sectoro Appointments discussed, On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, Mr. Joe Carlisle, Mr. Dave Vasco and Mr, Ray Leonard were reappointed to serve on the Personnel Appeals Board. 72-163b TRAVEL APP ROVEB The Cott~~y Probation Officer requests authorization to send the Juvenile Hall Superintendent, Mr. William Austin, to the annual conference of Probation, Parole and Correctional Officers at South Lake Tahoe October 5 and 6. Estimated cost of trip $125, Travel by public transportation. Requests for travel from District Attorney and Welfare Director have been submitted for same conference. Request explained by Mr. Nickelson. Mra Nickelson said he would recommend that Mr. Brooks be sent and that the Welfare Department investigator not be sent. Time spent discussing this travel and action to be taken. On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, the following travel requests were approved: .,~,, 1. William Austin, Juvenile Hall Superintendent, to attend the annual conference of Probation, Parole and Correctional Officers at South Lake Tahoe October 5 and 6. 2. Approve the travel request of District Attorney for Mr. Brooks to attend the California District Attorney's Association Family Support Council and Welfare Fraud Conference, Hyatt House, Oakland, October 10th through. 13th; estimated cost of travel - $1240 Lodging - 3 nights. Travel by County car, RECESS: The Board recessed at 2:35 for an executive session RECONVENED: The Board reconvened at 3:40 following an executive session. 72-1637 BUDGET TRANSFERS APP ROVED On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried, the following budget transfers were approved: ~-11 Mental Health - $1,450 from rents and leases-structures and improvements with $700 going to utilities and $750 to household expense. B-13 Public Works - $11,396.03 from fixed assets in the equipment section to the Lower Wyandotte Road Project to cover change order ~~1 under the Robinson Construction Co. contract. 72-1638 MATTERS PRESENTED BY SUPERVISOR LADD Supervisor Ladd said he Page ~5 T, there was quite a safety factor on October 3, 1972 October 3, 1972 Larkin Road by the Airport, when they have drag racing out there. There are a lot of curves on this road and people are parking along this road watching the drag races. He feels that when there are going to be races, signs should be placed stating that "No Parking" allowed during that time. He said he does not know what could be done to get this accomplished but feels something, should be done, Mr. Castleberry will be requested to look into the problem with the Highway Patrol and will report back to the Board. Supervisor Ladd will also meet with Mr, Castleberry and see if the matter can be worked out. Supervisor Ladd said he felt the Auditor should make a study of insurance costs vs, accidents, He suggested that maybe the County have an umbrella policy, He feels that a sizeable savings could be made in this areas Chairman Gilman said that the Nine Northern Counties Supervisors Association have discussed having the Counties get together and have an insurance pool and cut insurance costs, Mr. Nickelson stated that some counties are self insux+ed; He said he could make a study and report back to the Board. He said the costs for governmental insurance has gone up considerably. X7.2-1639 ADOPT RESOLUTION 72-182 IN APPRECIATION OF TED BOHLANDER On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and carried, Resolution 72-182 in appreciation of Ted Bohlander's services to the County was adopted and the Chairman was authorized to sign. 72-1640_REPORT ON GUN LEGISLATION Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, gave a hrief report on the status of gun legislation. He said there are laws about selling firearms to felons, Most of the proposed bills are stuck in Committee, SB 2507, this states that only geace officers could carry firearms. This bill is stuck in committee, He reported on other guri laws. Supervisor Maxon requested that County Counsel get a more comprehensive report on SB 2507. Mr. Blackstock will secure this report before action is taken in the matter. ADJOURNMENT There being nothing further before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 3:55 p.me to reconvene on Tuesday, October 10th, 1972 at 9:00 a.m, ATTEST: CLARK A. NELSON, COUNTY CLERK r By ~ ~ -~,~ ~.. Board of upervisors Clerk Page 358, October 3, 1972