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October 3, 1978
STATE OF CALIFORNfA ))
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COUNTY OF BUTTE '))
The Board of Supervisors mat at 9:00 a.m. pursuant to adjournment.
Present: Supervisors Madigan, Moseley, '•Ttf~ltter and Chairman Winston.
Clif Mickelson, Administrative Officer; Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, and
Clark A. rNelson, County Clerk, by Margie Catt, Assistant Clerk of the Board.
Absent: Supervisor Lemke.
Pledge of allegiance to the Flag ofthe United States of America
Invocation by Supervisor'Moseley.
78-188 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Moseley and
carried, the minutes of September 26th and 27th, 1978 were approved with the
correction on Page 335, seventh paragraph, to set out the amount of the budget
in the amount of $48,220,521.00.
78-1889 APPROVE W~#IVING OF FIRST READING OF SALARY ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
A salary ordinance amendment has een prepared to. imp ement t e personae changes
approved in the 197879 budget.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Moseley and
carried,--the first reading of the salary ordinance amendment was waived.
7$-1890 CONCUR WITH SUPERIOR COURT'S APPOINTMENT OF CHIEF PROBATION
OFFICER
The Superior Court has, upon recommendation of the Juvenile Justice Commission,
appointed Wally Herring to the position of Chief Probation Officer.
On motion of Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried,
the Board concurred with the Court's appointment of Wally Herring as Chief
Probation Officer.
78-1891 APPROVE REQUEST FOR EQUIPMENT FROM ACCOUNTABILITY
The Administrative Office requests relief from accountability of three pieces
of equipment missing from the inventory list.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Moseley and carried,
request for relief from accountability was concurred with by the Board, as requested
by the Administrative Office.
7$-1892 APPROVE CLAIM AGAINST LIVESTOCK INDEMNITY FUND
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A claim has been received by Doris Martin in the amount of 140 for
sheep killed b.y dogs. Supervisor Richter questioned Administrative Officer about
the funds in the fund to cover this payment. Mr. Mickelson stbted that the County
was obligated to pay for damages caused by dogs. Claim discussed.
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On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Richter and carried,
claim in amount of $100 from the Livestock Indemnity Fund was approved and reimbursement
for alleged damage to mother esve denied.
-1893 ADOPT RESOLUTIONS 78-IB5<~ 78=166 APPROVING ANNEXATION TO COUNTY
SERVICE AREA #26 and to THERMALITO IRRIGATION DISTRICT
LAFCO has approved the annexation of approximately one acre to TID and CSA#26.
This Board has been designated the conduttirig authority.
On motion f Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried,
Resolutions 78-Ib~nd 78-166. approving annexations to County Service Area #26 and
to Thermalito Irrigation District were adopted and the Chairman authorized to sign.
-1894 APPROVE CHANGE ORDER #p~ ADMINISTRATION BUILDfNG
A change order has en prepared in the amount of 735 to accommodate the
consolidation:of the Clerk and Recorder offices.
On motion of Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Richter and carried,
change order #14, in the amount of $735 fo come from Administration Building project
contingencies was approved and the Chairman authorized to sign.
-1895 DISCUSSION: VETERANS SERVICE OFFICER
Mr. Penn spoke to thee. Board concerning the problems of servicing Glenn County.
He stated that he had about six new cases last week from Glenn County; he is working in
the dark because he does not have the folders on these people. Administrative Officer
has weirh~en a letter to Glenn County requesting a meeting with their representatives and
representatives of Butte County. Supervisor Richter stated he was certain that Glenn
County would be willing to help pay-for this service to their residents.
Mr. Penn stated that he had heard that Glenn County intended to destroy the
veterans' records; they feel they are out of the Veteran Service business.
Administrative Officer requested to toll Glenn County and arrange for a
meeting with the' Chairmen of the two Boards of Supervisors, with Mr. Mickelson and
Mr. Penn. Ne will also request Glenn County not to destroy their records regarding
the ve#erans.
-1896 DISCUSSION: BUTTE -GLENN COUNTIES VETERANS EMPLOYMENT COMMITTEE
Letter from the Committee requesting an alternate be appointed to the position
on CETAC held by Gene Barkley. Mro Barkley is in the Veterans' Hospital, It was felt
that with all his other troubles, Mr. Barkley should not be replaced on the Council at
this time. It was suggested that the Veteran organizations have a representative attend the
CETAC meetings and give them in-put, but not take part in any action taken by CETAC.
1897 DISCUSSION: BIGGS COMMUNITY CLUB, INC.
The Club writes in opposition to the closure of the Biggs C(eterans Memorial Hpll.
The Board is trying to work:sboi~ething out in this matter. They are trying to have the
Biggs City Council take over the Nall.
No action taken at this time.
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78-189'~BUDGET TRANSFERAPPROVED
On motion of Supervisor Richte r, seconded by Supervisor Moseley and carried,
the following budget transfer was approved;
B-014 Purchasing.. Provides payment of the auctioneer at the annual Butte
County Auction held on September 16 and 17, 1978. The transfer represents the
auctioneer's fee at 10% of gross sales, $5,336.30.
78-1899 APPROVE LEASE AGREEMENTS
On motion of Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Richter and carried,
the following lease agreements were approved and the Chairman authorized to sign:
1. Agreement with the First Christian Church of Chico for use by the
Butte County Head Start Program.
2. Agreement with the First United Methodist Church of Oroville far use by the
Butte County Head Start Program.
78-1900 DISCUSSION: REPORT BY AUDITOR-CO NTROLLERON PARADISE IRRIGATION
DISTRICT'S REQUEST TO PROVfDE ASSESSMENT TAX COLLECTION SERVICES
Report by the Auditor~ontraller on the Paradise Irrigation District's request
of Butte County to provide assessment and tax collection services disCUSSed. Mr. Lawrence,
County Auditor,. stated thct ;there would be a meeting tomorrow to determine the cost
of transferring this service to the County. He stated he would have a resolution for
Board action next weef<.
78-190(Y DISCUSSION: MEMO RE "BAIL-OUT" MONEY FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS
Mr. Lawrence presented Board members with a copy of a memo dated
October 2, 1978 regarding 'bail-out"money for special districtso The special
districts that are eligible for the funds should be notified. Hearing set for
October 10; 1978 at 10:30 a.m. and October 17, 1978 at 10:30 a.m. to discuss
the priority list to handle the district costs and to determine the allocations to be
made.
78-1901 DISCUSSION: CHANGE IN DATES FOR TAX BILLS
Mr. Lawrence presented the Board members with a meo~rcaa:o~cerning
the change in dates for mailing of tax bills. He set out Section 34 of Chapter 332, Statutes
1978 (SB 2212). He stated that there are many errors in the assessment roll . He
stated he was delaying the date for delivery of the roll and bills to the Tax Colleator
until November 16tho
Mro Lawrence stated Board action was not necessary at this time.
78-1903 MEMO REGARDING RESERVE FOREQUALIZATION REDUCTION
ALSO LETTER FROM ATTORNEY GENERALS OFFICE
Discussed Auditor's memo fof September 25d;h regarding the matter of
assessing and a letter from the Attomey ,Generals office relating to the same thing.
The Attorney General feels that the manner of assessing is-wrong as being done.
by Butte County Assessar. The difference is those assessments That are brought
up to current values. He stated that the controversy appears to revolve essentially
around the difference in wording between the phrase "All real property not already
assessed up to the 1975-76 tax levels may be reassessed to reflect that va8uation: in the
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Proposition 13 amendment. Those parcels that are no# assessed 25°l0 of market value
should be brought up to that assessed value.
Problem of assessment procedures discussed.
Chairman Winston stated that Mr. Lawrence is urging caution in the manner
of spending under the new budget. A memo has gone out to the department heads
and there will be an administrative review on alt purchases and acquisitions, along
with salary savings. There is going to be a slowing down of the whole movement of
County government machinery.
Mr. Lawrence will have the final summerization to the budget changes
by next week.
Supervisor Richter questioned Ed Brown about the manner in which
the State does their samplization of County's assessed values. It is based on a
statistical analysis of the roll.
78-1(3'.34 HEARING SET: LARRY MAY, PETITION FOR VARIANCE, MOBILE HOME
Public hearing set for October 17, 1978 at 10:15 on the Larry May petition for
variance to Sec#ions I9-10 and~or 19-12 of the Butte County Code for placement of
a mobile home on the parcel known as AP 28-11-02 on the Lo Porte Star Route, Zoning: A-5.
78-1905 APPROVE MEAL CONTRACT WETH CHIQOMMUNITY HOSPITAL
An agreement as en prepared to provide prepared mea s -for t e acute
care unit at the mental health facility in Chico. Contract is with Chico Community
Hospital through June 30, 1979 at a cost of $3.10 per meal with a maximum annual
cost of $45,570.
Walt Atkins explained the contract stating that the costs per meal are higher
than the price for the '4neals-on-wheels ". Supervisor Richter stated he had made a
study of the meals for students, etc. and these prices are twice as high as other
companies furnishing meals. He fell the costs should be looked into. Mr. Mickelson
will have a study made of these costs of these meals.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and carried,
agreement with Chico Community Hospital approved, Chairman authorized to sign,
with the cancellation clause included fora 30-day cancellation period, and that
a thorough investigation be made of the costs and a report prepared for the Board within
the next 30-days.
78-1906 APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR THERAPEUTIC RECREATION SERVICES
An agreement has been prepared with Do-it-Leisure Inc, for the providing
of therapeutic recreation services for the Mental Health programo The agreement
would commence upon Board approval and continue through June COQ 1979. The
maximum annual cost under the agreement is $24,208.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Moseley and
carried, agreement with Do-it-Leisure Inc. to provide therapeutic recreation
services for the Mental Health program was approved and the Chairman authorized
to sign.
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78-1907 APPROVE LEASE AGREEMENT, MENTAL HEALTH FACILITIES, CHICO
An omendment tlp the lease agreement for the building at 592 Rio Lindo
Avenue, Chico has been prepared to authorize payment of rent from August 25, 1978
to October 1st. This was in occupancy prior to the issuance of a certificate of
occupancy by the City of Chico as required in the existing lease agreement.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
carried, lease agreement varFfendment for the building at 592 Rio Lindo Avenue,
Chico was approved and the Chairman was authorized to sign the amendment.
78-1908 ADOPT RESOLUTIONS 78-167 & 78--168 FOR SALE OF TAX DEEDED PROPERTY
On motion of Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Richter and
carried, the following resolutions were adopted and the Chairman authorized to
sign:
Resolution 78-167 giving notice of intention to sell a single parcel of land at
at the minimum price of $1,000, AP 30-19-5-012-0 was adopted.
Resolution 78-168 of intention to sell tax deeded property at a minimum price of
$300, AP 051-14-4-032.
78-1909 APPROVE FEDERAL SAFETY PROGRAM CONTRACT FOR PLACEMENT OF
THERMOPLASTIC PAVEMENT MARKINGS.
Clay Castleberry,'.. Director of Public Works, reported an the bids received
for a contract for placement of thermoplastic pavement markings in the Gridley, Oroville
and Biggs areas. Low Bidder was Rough and Ready Construction Company at a bid
of $221, 2000
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
carried, contract for. placement of thermoplastic pavement markings was awarded to
Rough &Ready Construction Company at a cost of $221P200 and the Chairman was
authorized to sign.
78-1910 APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR RIGHTrof-WAY ACQUISITION:BULL HILL RD. BRIDGE
An agreement for sale has been prepared with Pear! V, Pickens for .166 acres.
in the amount of $2,500. f~greement discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Richter and
carried, agreement for sale for right-of-way acquisition for Bull Hill Read Bridge-
#91512-77-I was approved, Chairman authorized to sign, and Auditor authorized
to prepare warrant upon demand of county escrow agent for following: '
A~ES: Supervisors Ntadigan, ivlnseley and 'Richter NOES: Chairman Winston
Bu I Hill Road Bridge #91512-77-I Pearl V. Pickens .166 acres $2,500
AYES: Supervisors Madigan, Moseley and Richter NOES: Chairman Winston
78-1911 ACCEPT CULVERT MODIFICATION PLAN: CSA #3$
Public Works recommends acceptance of b, 500 from Paradise Plaza Developers
and request authorization to call for informal bids for modifying culvert at Eden Rock
Subdivision.
On motion of Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Richter and
carried, culvert modifrica#ion plan was accepted as presented.
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78-1912 JORDAN HILL ROAD SLIPOUT: AUTHORIZE REPAIR WORK
This is an approved project in t e 1978 9 udget.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Moseley and
carried, repair work at the Jordan Hill Road slipout was authorized, utilizing
force account labor.
78-1913 DISCUSSION: CLIPPER TICKET INFORMATION, PRICE.INCREASE
Mr. Caste erry reported on t e C ipper Tic et information, stating
this was presented for information. Business is still good and they are getting a
tremendous use of this service. Letter from Cynthia A. Flint, Adu~tt
Center Supervisor, acknowledged. Her recommendations and suggestions will
be considered in the future. Letter from Paradise Chamfer of Commerce will
be responded to by Administrative Officer.
78-1914 DfSCUSSION: PLACEMENT OF SIGNS ON ROADWAYS & UTILITY POLES
Supervisor Richter stated that they have a crisis 1~ the Chico area that
concerns the County Code section that prohibits the placing of signs on the County
rightrof-way. There is an epidemic of signs in the right~-of-ways. He stated
that most of the candidates obey the law. He requester{ that the Board re-affirm
that they wanfi the law obeyed.
It was moved by'Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
carried that the Covnty Ordinance be recognized and enforced and that Public
Works workers remove the signs from the poles when in that area.
Mr. Blackstock will check the law relating to this matter. Supervisor
Richter stated he did not want confrontations between the candidates placing the
signs and those people removing the signs. He has checked with Fred Davis,
City of Chico, and he stated that it is unlawful in Chico to place the signs
on trees, poles or public entitieso City Council of Chico will take action
at their meeting tonightL
78-1915 WOODS VS. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS FOR CENTEX AGGREGATE:
srf RESCIND ACTION OF OCTOBER25, 1977 APPROVING EIR, SET MATTER
FOR HEARING OF REPORT ON OCTOBER 17th and HEARING ON USE PERMIT
SET FOR OCTOBER 24, )978
Dan B ackstock, County Counsel, reported on the Woods vs Board of
Supervisors for Centex Aggregate. The approved EIR adopted by the Board on
October 25, 1977 did not have the list of people appearing at the public hearing.
Court action explained 6y Mr. Blackstock.
It was moved by Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
approved that the Board accepted the recommendation of County Counsel to rescind
Board action of October 25, 1977,vh+erc~s the Board of Supervisors approved the EIR
and that this report be referred back to Earl Nelson for completion pursuant to
the Court's action, and that a hearing be set for October 17, 1978 at 10:45 for
re-certification of the report and that a further hearing be set for October 24, 1978
at 10:45 a.m. for the hearing of the use permit for said CenP~x~ggregate.
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78-1416 ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PERMIT
PROCEDURES & RESOLUTION ESTABLISH FEES: PUT OVER ONE WEEK
Ordinance establishing Environmental Health permit procedures and
resolution establishing fees put over one week at request of county counsel.
78-1917 APPOINTMENT TO COUNTY EMPLOYMENT TRAINING ADVISORY
YOUTH COUNCIL: PUT OVERONE WEEK
Chairman Winston requested that the appointment to the County Employment
Training Advisory Youth Cauncil be put over one week; he will have his
appointment ready by'',that time.
78-1918 DISCUSSION ON FORMATION NATIONAL GUARD COMMISSION
FO R BUTTE COUNTY
Formation of National Guard Commission for Butte County discussed.
Chairman Winston stated that the person to represent the Board wi II be the
Chairman each year, ', This minute order is the Board's intent for said representation.
78-1919 COMMUNICATIONS
Holidaze on Parade, Chico. The Organization is planning its third annual
parade on December 9, 1978 in Chico and requests assistance in the barricading
of certain streets in Chico. Clay Castleberry reported that an extensive
closing of the road requested here could cause a problem. The Baard should be
made aware of this problem.
SupervisorRichter felt the County shou~kl meet with these people and
coordinate the matter. This street handles a fantastic amount of traffic, Chairman
Winston appointed Supervisors Madigan and Richterto meet with the officials
of City of Chico and representatives of Holidaze on Paraade. Mr. Castleberry
will arrange the meeting rand contact parties involved.
78-1920 SELECTION OF ARCHITECT FOR CHICO LIBRARY
Appointment of architect for Chico library discussed. It was felt that
it would be appropriate to have representatives of the Board meet with representatives
from Chico and then jointly select an architect. Chairman Winston appointed
Supervisors Madigan and Richter to meet with representatives from Chico.
Mr. Mickelson will coordinate the meeting. for tomorrow morning or for next
Monday, ',
78-1921 CONTINUATION OF COMMUNICATIONS
Lois Suite, Paradise. ,Lois Suite files a claim against the County of Butte for
property and personal injury in the amount of $22.50. See motion
following communications.
Butte-Glenn Counties Veterans Employment Committee. The Committee
writes requesting an alternate be appointed to the position on CETAC
held by Gene .Barkley, Discussed earlier in meeting; no action taken.
Paradise Municipal Advisory Council. Paradise MAC has reviewed proposed
development of a shopping center on the south eastern corner of the
intersection of Bille Road and the Skyway, and comments favorably
for the development. Information only.
Soper-Wheeler Company, Strawberry Valley, CA. On behalf of the Soper-Wheeler
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Company Richard D. Cosens petitions to add AP 073-06-0-O11 to the timberland
preserve pursuant'to Section 5111>5 of the Califomia Government Code. Referred
to Assessor and then fio Planning for action.
J. R, and Rufh L. Bjorg, Magalia. A letter has been received requesting a public
hearing before the Board of Supervisors to protest a use permit granted Brian Heinz
by the Board of Zoning Adjustments for a mini storage complex on the east side
of the Skyway between Evergre~rtE Drive and Cedar Lake Drive, AP 65-21-2 Paradise.
Set for hearing on October 2~, 1978 at 10:30 aoma
Biggs Community Club, Inc. The Club writes in opposition to the closure of the
Biggs Veterans Memorial Hall. This has been discussed and is being handled.
Biggs Unified School District. William F. Schreck, superintendent, writes in opposition
to closure of the Biggs Veterans Memorial Building. This has been discussed earlier
in the meeting; action is being considered.
James„D. Driscoll, Califomia Legislature. In accordance with Assembly Concurrent
Resolution No. 61, Mr.'Driscoll requests that cities and counties consider the
establishment of a rental housing mediation program. Discussed; it was assumed
that the County would have to pay for such a program. Mr. Mickelsan suggested
that this be referred to the Housing and Community Development representative,
Larry Brooks. Referred to Larry Brooks for comments.
City of Chico. Mayor Thom writes requesting a letter of support for the CACTRANS report on the
'feasibilityaf rerouting AMTRAK'S Coast Starlight, Chico-Marysville-Sacramento"
be sent to CALTRANS. 'Mr. Mickelson to prepare letter for Chairman Winston's
signature approving said rerouting.
922 REJECT CLAIM OF LOIS SUITE, PARADISE
On motion of Supervisor. Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Mose-ley and .carried,
the claim of Lois Suite, Paradise, in the amount of $242.50 was denied and referred to
Risk Management Coordinator.
923 SUPPORT POSITION OF WELFARE DIRECTOR RE SOCIAL SERVICE PROGRAMS
Memo of September 27, 1978 from Administrative Officer regarding Socia! Service
programs ancf recommending that the County not support the State take-over, discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Moseley and. carried,
the Board supported the position of the Welfare Director regarding State administration
of Welfare be upheld.
1924 CO NFIRMATIO N OF SALARY ADJUSTME NT I-.'"lB` R RZAZIA KAHN
It was moved by Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Richter and
carried that confirmation be given that Razia Kahn receive the salary adjustment the
same as the other E.O.C. employees.
1925 i,NEQ3l~A-T I O NA L ITEMS
Letter-from James Lenhoff regarding water ffomCherokee area acknowledged.
Memo from County of Shasta regarding the draft received of Califomia Water law
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discussed. It was felt that this Board should take some kind of position in this matter.
Supervisor Madigan stated he was going to meet with Paul Minasian and he will make
public his position paper. Supervisor Madigan will have a report on this meeting. This
Water Law will be discussed at the Alturus meeting.
Leteer from Paradise Chamber of Commerce regarding a tree ordinance
discussed. They have presented the County with a proposed ordinance. They request
the Board to give consideration to this ordinance which has been proposed by MAC
and endorsed by the Chamber of Commerce.
Discussed MAC's proposed meeting on a intersection in the Paradise area;
Chairman Winston is going to meet with them tomorrow and wilt relate the Board's
concern about the hearing process.
Supervisor Madigan said he would like to go back and discuss the fetter from
James Lenhoff about water for Cherokee. He felt that if that ones wanted water, s to
they should start the procedures for formation of a water district, The people in that
area feel the County should get the water up to them. Suggested that LAFCO
review this situation.
Chairman Winston stated he had attended a meeting in Monterey last
Thursday. He had been requested to attend this meeting by Lou Chrysfer to listen
to Frances Murray. Mr. Murrpy's address involved the use of coal-fossil fuel-in
the United States. He emphasized the importance of people of divergent interests
getting together and sitting down to make strides in compromising the issueso He
said the first effort that must be made is to establish priorities and the first priority should
be indegrity.
RECESS: The Board recessed at 10:30 for an executive session to discuss litigation.
RECONVENED: The Board reconvened at II:00 p.m. following morning recess and
Executive Session in which litigation had been discussed. Nothing to report
at this time.
1926 APPEARANCE: RON GRAVES RE PARCEL MAPS & REZONING OF A-2 AREAS
Ron Graves reported that he was representing several clients that have been
caught in this recent ordinance that states that you cannot divide parcels of land
if zoned A-2 without having area rezoned. He feels this could create spot zoning
of the worst kind. The feeling of the people is that the County should initiate
zoning on an area basis.
At the present time, it; takes a long time to carry through the procedures
involved. He set out the example of one of his clients who had purchased a 40 acre
parcel and wanted to divide it into4-~0 acre parcels. This new ordinance has this
client in a bind. Mr. Graves felt that the rezone should be a condition of the map.
The rezone should run with the parcel map conditions.
Supervisor Richter stated he could support this suggestion to have the two
matters run concurrently. Spot zoning takes place with the present situation of A-2
zoning. Zoning should run concurrently with the division of the parcels.
Suggested that the County. could go in and interim zone some of the A-2 areas and
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provide that permanent zoning should be effective at the end of the two year time period.
This method would take care',of a whole area rather than zoning just specific
parcels that are being divided.
It was requested that'the Planning Director appear before the Board to discuss
this proposal.. This whole request should be aired. Planning Director will be requested
to appear next week to discuss this matter.
It was moved by Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
carried that rather than having zoning for specific Land divisions, that land divisions
and zoning for the area run concurrently, with zoning being approved before the
map is finally approved.
Administrative Officer reported that Planning Director will be present
to discuss this matter two weeks- from this date.
•1927 APPEARANCE: DR. STUTZMAN, CHICO RE MONITORING OF DRIFT
Dr. Stutzman, Ord Ferry Road, Chico, reported on the problem he is having
with his orchard. The orchard has almonds and pistachios and they have sustained
damage to the trees. Over the last six year period that have lost about three years
growth of the trees. He stated that a report should be forthcoming regarding the
monitoring of the drifts requested by the County. He asked when the report would be
received and discussed.
He was told that the County is very much concerned about this problem and
hoped that the problem would be resolved. Chairman Winston stated he was incapable of making
an investigation of this matter and he understands that a study is being made and the drift is being
monitored .
Administrative Officer to call and get a report on this monitoring of the drift
Dr.S tut>man statedithat MCPA, the herbicide alle~lgedly being used, is a'highly
toxic and deadly substance and has caused a great deal of damage. There has been much
documentation on the damages caused by this substance. He stated that the Board had
said that the monitoring would handle the drift, but damages are still being sustained from
driftsa He €~lt that the Board's report on the monitoring would be inconclusive.
Mr, Mickelson stated that Joe Bandy had advised him that Mr. Hutfless, Chico,
had been in Sacramento yesterday and had talked to Ricf< Dinkell and that the monitoring
report had been discussed.
Supervisor Richter commented on the comments made by Dr. Stutzman about the
damage to his property and about the dangers of this herbicide being extremely toxic.
It is difficult for him to believe that if this chemical is as dangerous as it is stated to be,
that the State allows it to be used. He said he did not want to take a position in this
matter until he knows all the facts.
Chairman Winston stated the Board would determine when the report on the
monitoring could be expected and at that time they will inform Dr. Stutzman of the
action the Board would contemplate.
plr., Dan Hutfless, Chico, stated he had gone down to Sacramento and did talk
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with Rick Dinkell ,program super~Tsor for the monitoring study, who stated they
had run into problems with the monitoring. They hlad'trouble analysing the residue from the
drifts. The plants died duel to a lack of water. Mr. Hutfless stated they would get
the report in soon.
78-1928 MATTERS PRESENTED BY BOARD MEMBERS
Supervisor Madigan', reported that according to an article in the Sacramento
papers, Senator Byrd was trying to override the Public Works Bill. Supervisor Madigan
suggested that the Board send a night letter to both of our Senators in Washington, D.C.
supporting the Public Works Bill.
It was moved by Supervisor Madigan and seconded by Supervisor Moseley that
a night letter be sent to our two U. S. Senators supporting the Public Works Bill and
requesting their veto on the over-riding of the Bill.
AYES: Supervisors Madigan and Moseley
NOES: Supervisor Richter and Chairman Winston
ABSENT: Supervisor Lemke
Motion fails.
Chairman Winston stated he did not know enou h about the bill to vote on
the matter.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being nothing further befo the Board a t i tim he me ting was
adjourned at 11:45 to reconvene on Tuesd y, October I 9 8 t 9 00 a ~.--
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ATTEST: CLARK A. NELSON, COUNTY ~RK
By: ~ Chad mean ~f the
Asst. Clerk o t e Board,
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