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October 5, 1971
STATB OF CALIFORNIA )
SS.
COUNTY OF B17TTLeB' )
The Board of Supervisors met at 9x00 a.m. pursuant to adjournment.
Presento Supervisors Gilman, Madigan, Maxon, McKillop and Chairman Reynolds,
Clif Nickelson, Administrative Officer, Daniel Blackstock, County Counsel, and
Clark A, Nelson, County Clerk, by Margie Catt, Board of SupervisorsClerk.
INV0CAT3ON: Rev. Nathan McFarland, Apostolic Gospel Temple, Chico.
Pledge of al3egiance to the flag of the T3nited States of America.
71-1846 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
unanimously carried, the minutes of September 28, 1971 were approved as mai"led.
71-1847 COMMUNICATIONS
John Jaekel, Chico. Mr. Jaekel writes regarding the County"s data processing
division and the recent news releases regarding RCA. Letter read
and discussed. Information only. No action taken.
Jack ~. Portlock, Paradise. Mr. Portlock writes on behalf of the Paradise Cub
Scout Pack 70 to thank the Board for their personal interest, aid and
support of the Neal Road Clean-up Campaign, kle sta*_es it was a
valuable lesson for the boys as well as their elders and feels that
it was an excellent example of good governmen*_ and citizenship for
the boys. Information only.
Stewart Bedford, Ph. D., Chico. As Chairman of the Butte County Men.tai Nealth
Advisory Board Br, Bedford writes regarding the details of developing
a county based program', to take over the community services division
responsibilities, Discussed. No action taken,
Magalia County Water District. The District forwards copy of its Resolution No. 50
which is a resolution determining that no clot*_ion will be held because
the number of nomination petitions filed do not exceed the number of
offices to be filled and requesting the Board of Supervisors to agpoint
Frank M. Clark and Joseph J. O'Connor to the office of director.
See motion follow ng communications.
County. Supervisors Association o€ California. Jack Merelman, general counsel and
manager, writes to urge the Board of Supervisors to name a member and
alternate immediately in the event that the constitutional revision to
be voted on by all county supervisors at the Monterey meeting October 20
thru 22 is adopted. If the constitutional amendment ia•adopted i*_ will
become effective immediatelyo Because of the urgency he requests the
Board to pr2~ed.e mailing of a resolution of appointment by a phone
message. Letter discussed. To be placed on next week's agenda for
appointment.
County Supervisors Association of California. The Association writes regarding
tax reform negotiations and emphasizes the Association's strong opposition
to expenditure controls. It urges counties to express in any way
possible opposition to .such expenditure controls. Matter handled at
a previous meeting.
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State Division of Highways. W. L. Warren, district engineer,-advises that studies
have-been formally-initiated for the r-eplacement of the Stony. Creek and
Gianelli Bridges on State Highway Route 32. Discussed. ~. Castleberry
will report on-this at a later meeting.
State Department of Water Resources. The Department forwards a tax cancellation
refund request under Revenue and Taxation Code for property acquired
for public use. Referred to Assessor.
Public Utilities Commission. The Commission.sends-notice_of hearing re Application
No. 527.54 on application of Hughes Air Corp., dba Air West to increase
its intrastate passenger fares, Information only.
Senator Fred W. Marley, .7r. Senator Marley forwards copy of his letter to Dr, Earl
W. Brian, director of health care services, concerning letter from the
Chairman of the-Board to Dr. Brian. regarding Assembly Bill 949 and regtests
Dr. Brian to forward him copy of reply to the Board of Supervisors.
Information only,
McCain & Associates. Appeal of Planning Commission decision regarding application
for a use permit to allow construction of a 4~-space mobile home park.
Hearing set for October 26th, 1971 at 11:00 a.m.
NorCal:Television. Letter sent to all Board members, Action to be taken at a
later meeting.
RECESS: 'The Board recessed at 9:18 to go into qn executive session.
RECONVENED: The Board reconvened at 10x20 following an executive session.
RECESS: 10:20
RECONVENED: 10:30
71~-1848 APPEARANCE OF DR, SCHULTZ, CHICO, REQUEST TO HAVE BOARD Ii.ESCIND TIiEIR
ACTION REQARDING ANNEXATION OF .HIS PROPERTY TO THE CITY, AS A REQUIREMENT OF
THE ISSUANCE OF USE PERMIT FOR HIM
Dr. Schultz, Chico, explained the purpose of his appearance before the
Board. He said they have tried to comply with the requirement of the use
permit concern~~.g.annexation to the City of Chico. He said the City has
disapproved the annexation. "': He is~ requesting the Board to rescind their
action and give them the same consideration they granted to Vistec. Time
spent disc sing the request. Chairman Reynolds said he ~ uld not vote for
this type ~hing until a-buffer area was designated around the City of Chico.
It was moved by Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
carried, that the stipulation for annexation to the City of Chico be removed
from the requirements placed on the Use Permit for Dr, Schultz, and that
he be instructed to comply with. the Health and Safety requirements and that
he follow the recommendations of the Planning Commission; that he hook his
units to a community sewer system.
AYES: Supervisors Madigan, Maxon and McKillop
NO&S: Supervisor Gilman and Chairman Reynolds.
71-1849 APPROVE APPOINT3~NTS TO MAGALIA COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
On motion of Supervisor'Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and
unanimously carried, the Board concurred with the resolution of the Magalia
County Water District and approved the appointment of Frank M. Clark and
Joseph J. O'Connor to the office of Director of said District, for a period
of four years:
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71-1850 APPEARANCE OF ROBRRT BRITTOid i - EXP9.~1N•ATION .OF A COMM[TIVITY S$WER SYSTBM
Robert BrittDn _. Chico, requested the Board t.o explain their views
on s Community. Sewer System< He was told that there was only one system in
Chico and any other system that might be used would have to be app roved by the
Health Department. The Board intended that the Dr< Sehultz's development be
connected to the Chico sewer facility.
GOVER~VI~IENT CLASS OF GRIDLEY UNION. HIGH: SCHOOL E~TELCOMEA TO THR MEETING
71-1851 MAYOR WINSTON: PROPERTIES WITHIN THE CITY THAT HAVE BEEN ,PLACED FOR `FAX DEEDED SALES
Mayo r:Ti7inston of Oroville spoke to the Board regarding properties within
the city that have been placed for tax deeded sales, He said he would like to
reiterate the City9s position in this matter. He explained why *_he City of Oroville
desired to acquire this property. He said the bond exemption payments have to be
met on these parcels of land.
Earl Lucas, Supervisor-Tax Heeded Land, State Controller's Office, Sacramento,
was present, said that Mr, Winston°''s concern was for the bonds, and the concern
is logical. The bonds are not covered by the delinquency factor.
Mr, Winston stated that the City Counsel, at their regular meeting held
last evening, had objected to the sale of all five parcels, He felt a.cammittee
should be appointed that could meet and investigate the policy for sale of these
tax deeded properties. Mr. Winston filed a copy of the resolution adopted by the
City Cour~rcrlconcerniag the sale of these properties.
Mr. Swinney stated that the Board had granted permission for the sale of
the property. He said that the City of Oroville did not have a built-in delinquency
factor, In the parking district there is over $5,000 owing on delinquent taxes,
Mr, Swinney said he felt that the suggestion of Mr. Winston to have a committee
comprised o was unty people and representatives of the City of Oroville to study
this matter/ a goad suggestion. Supervisor McKillop and Chairman Reynolds could
represent the County, County Counsel, the cammittee members,. Mr. Swinney and the
representatives from the City of Orovilie could meet and attempt to come up with
a solution. A date for the meeting will be set; it was suggested. that a day
during the last week of the month would be a good time to meet. Chairman Reynolds
requested a member of Mr.,;LucasP office be present ar_d for him to set the time,
Mrs. Dorothy ParadisE,, Oroville, said she was part owner of one of the
parcels to be sold, They have been trying to secure a loan to pay the back taxes
on this property. She felt the City should not be allowed to purchase this
property for $50,00. Mr•. Swinney stated that Mr, Winston had not requested this
sale; it was requested by another person interested in the property,
71-1852APPEARANCE: REPRESENTATIVES OF NORTHERN DISTRICT CHILDREN'S HOME SOCIETY:
ADOPTION. SERVICES IN BUTTE COUNTY
Mr. Bill Retzer, Chairman of the Northern-District Children°s Home Society,
was present to discuss adoption services in Butte County. He said that many
.members of the Society were present today. He said the Children's Home Society
was a statewide organization;. he explained the purpose of the organization, He
said they were financially sound, He introduced Mr. Clay McGowan, a long time
resident of Chico, and very active in the Society, Mr, McGowan stated that the
many children on the County's Welfare rolls were a problem.
Mre McGowan stated that the Society felt they were the proper organization
for the .County to contract with for the adoption services. It has been stated that
this County plans to contract with Sacramento County for these services. He
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explained how the matter should be handled, Child welfare serwices explained.
This service gets !.he child ready for adoption. He felt their office in Chico
could handle this far, more efficiently than the Sacramento County Welfare Dept.
He said this matter will continue to cause a problem. The unwed mothers are
more and more keeping their children. These children.-will be on Welfare.
Mr. McGowan said the Society recommended that the County consider the request
for the Home Society to handle these services. They are recommending that the
Home Society hire one Social Worker. He explained the costs for this worker.
The County could buy a share in this operation. They recommended that the County
try the contract with them for on.e year at a cost of X9,000. He said that most
other countie-s feel that the Home Society is the way to go.
Supervisor McKillop said he felt there has been poor communications
in this mailer. He had a letter from Raymond $, Cher•oske, Director-I3orther.n
District Children`s Home Society addressed to Mr. Robinson. The clerk was
instructed to read the letter. Mr. McGowan said that at the time this letter
was written, they :had a referr.•a1 of 20 children.that were not eligible for
adoption.. These referrals involved older children9 these ch5.ldr.•en are harder to
handle. He said that several years ago he conferred with one of the 5uperior•
Court Judges. At that time, the law changed, County Counsel was requested
co represent County Welfare Department in these adoption matters.
Dan Bl.ac:kstock, County Counsel, explained how his office handled these
cases. He said the child must be free for adoption,
Ed Robi.nson,•Welfare Director, was present and explained the Welfare
Department's position in this matter, He clarified the costs involved. He
said that i.f Butte County utilized the services of Sacramento County., the costs
will. be entirely subverted. He said Sacramento County has a long history of
placing children in good homes.
Supervisor MclZillop questioned the representatives of the Home Society
concerning their "DTo cost"'statement. Supervisor McKillop said he would like
to see the Chairman of the Oh;il.dr;en's Home Society, Mr. Robinson and County•Counsel
sit down and discuss the matter. They could "then come back to the Board with
their recommendation on how the matter should be handled.
`bhe meeting wiY:1 be held as suggested. :~To action at this time.
71°1853 RRRORT B`~ BIL1, KIT OIL RBQUEST FOR COTID~TY SERVICE AREA
Mro Bill. Kent, Chico, spoke on the request for. establishment of a county
service area. Mr. Kent said he had sent letters to the Board members outlining
the problem involved, This concerns a bridge that will be constructed on Floral
Avenue. Tt is felt that there should be curbs and gutters on this street. He
said he has not been sur~c~ssful in getting a petition signed by the residents,
He said he was requesting That the County inisiate whatever requirement that
is necessary to have curbs and gutters installed under a service area. The street
is being widened to 40"; there will be no place for the children to walk without
the sidewalks.
Mr. Castleberry explained the construction of the bridge, lIe said there
was a high pedestrian count on this street. He said that Floral Avenue to the
north is partly in. the City and partly in the County. Mr. Castleberry said
he felt it would be ideal to have curbs and gutters on Floral Avenue.
Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, explained how the matter could be handled,
Two Supervisors could sign for a service area. There are 32 residents that
would be involved. Costs set out. Chairman Reynolds said it would take the
leadership of Supervisor Madigan. Request discussed; no_action taken at this time>
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71-•1854 APPIiARANC$o PA'UY: k'I:ANIgIGAN, S'~A'L'E RECL4MATLON BOARD REGARDING PROPOS$D
DESIGNATED FLOODTr]A1' LII~$S F~9R. PORTION OF FEATHER RIVER
Mr. Paul Flannigan of the State Reclamation. Board was present to speak
to the Board regarding the proposed designated floodway lines for a portion of the
Feather Diver. 'Phis information presentation is preliminary to the public hearing
to he held October 8, 1971 in the Board room, Mr. :Flannigan just hit the high
lights of the matter. lie said this concerns the adop"lion of the floodway lines
with•the upper limits being the Fish Hatchery and the lower limit would be the
Honcut Creek. Tie explained the project. The purpose of the designated floodway
would be to secux•e permits fax`any construction in the area. lie displayed
photographs that set out the areas that would be effected by the flow of water.
He said their main concern was the construction of levees and homes that would
be effected by the flow of the river, If a project does not impede the free
flow of the water, it would be allowed, They would define the points where a
permit would be needed. He said the Reclamation Board hoped to work with the
County in this matter. They are considering a blanket permit for existing
operations. He said that where it is known that there has been floodi_*!g by water,
they would be hesitant in issuing permits.
Time spent discussing the designated floodway and its effect on the
County. I.- was suggested that the matter of elevation be established at the
time the zane is formed. This matter will be further discussed at the meeting
to be held Friday, Mr. Castleberry and George Stamm were requested to be
present at k'riday"s meeting. The Board requested that the elevation be set
for the zone, Mr. Castleberry and Mr. Stamm Wi11 express the Boa rd BS feelings
in this matter at the meeting Friday.
No action taken at this time.
RECESSo 1202.0
RECONUENEDs 1030
71m185S SUPERVISOR MCKIL]I,OP ExGUSED
On motion of Supervisor Reynolds seconded by Supervisor Maxon and
carried, Supervisor McKillop was excused for the balance of this meeting.
71-1856 PUBL7:C l-IBAR3::~TGa-EUGRNB T..SI,OCOMB VARIANGI•a TO RIDDUG$ RE UIRED LOT AREA CHICO
The public hearing on the request of Eugene T. Slocomb for a variance to
reduce required "lot area, 2 lots for property zoned.°1A~3B8, southwest of Chico
River Road, Chico, was held as advertised. Jim-Lawson, Planning Director, summarized
the actions of the Planning vommission. `The Planning.Gommission recommended
denial of the variance.
The Board members asked if they had the right to grant a variance. Neal
McCabe, deputy county counsel, said he would have to look into the matter of
whether the Board could grant a variance. _Request set out and discussed.
and Aisthorpe,
Tom Kelly, from the law firm of McPherson &.Mu1ky,/sald he was representing
Mr, Slocamb. This is an appeal from the decision of the Planning.Conmtission.
Mr. Kelly set out the purpose of this request. The variance is for size only.
The owner desires to sell 5 acres, retaining 4.83 acres in his own name for his
use, He said there would be a hardship if the owner were not allowed to divide
the proper.•ty.
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Dan. Blackstock, County Counsel, read the section of the ordinance giving
the Board the power to grant a variance. Mr. Blackstock €eels the Board does
have the legal authox•ity to grant this variance, Time spent discussing the
gran"ring of the variance.
Hearing opened to the pub:iic. Appearing in opposition to the granting
of the varianceo
1. Mr. John Stutz, Morehead Avenue, Chico. Mr. Stutz set out his
opposition to the granting of the variance.
Appearing ia~favar: Applicant, Eugene Slocomb.
Hearing closed to public and confined Lo the Board for decision.
Clay Castleberry, Director of Public FTox•ks, reported that the County does have
a deed to rChico River Road highway, dated 18b9.
On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
carried, the variance to reduce required lot area for two lots, southwest of
Chico River Road, Chico, was approved fox• Eugene ~'. Slocomb.
71-1857 ADOP?' ORDINANCE NOo 1202 •, AMENDI~yC SAI,(aR'~ ARDINANCE
On ,motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and car°ried,
Ordinance No. 1202, amending salary ordinance regarding the classification change
for the Bookmobile driver°clerk at the 3~ibrary, was adopted and "the Chairman was
authorized to sign.
71-1858 APPRO~TE APPOINTMENTS Z'O TEiE PERSONNEL, APPEALS COMMISSION
On motion of Supervisor Reynolds, seconded by Supervisor Maclf.gan and
carried, the fol~.owing were named members to the Butte County Appeals Cocmnission
for the fiscal year 1972c
Joe Carlile
Dave 9asco
Ray Leonax•d
71-1859 L~Ai1ES OF ABSENCES , HOSPTI'Al.,, ACl'TON. DEI AxED
The request of the Hospital Board of Trustees for Board approval of
extended leaves of absence for the followingo
Jerry Bromley starting August 4 fora period of 33 days
Charlotte Dawson starting September 1 for a period of 90 days
'Uix'ginia Gray starting September 7 for a period of 90 days
Laux•a Heath stax•ting.September 7 for a period of 90 days
was discussed. Supervisor Madigan said he did not see any reason for extending
the leaves of those leaves that have already been granted. Requests discussed>
Matter referred to the Administrative Office for further consideration.
71-18.60 APRROVE PURCHASE OF POI,YGRAPH:EQUIPMENT A~TD ACCESSORIES
$~+5~+00 was authorized for the purchase of the polygraph machine by
the District. Attorney, to be reimbux•sed as part of the Regional Polygraph Center
project by the CCCJ. This equipment is available from only one source and
the CGGJ grant specified the equipment by brand name. Cost of the equipment
from the SAC Electronics, Inc. is $4,392.15. Request for the purchase discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Reynolds, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and
carried, authox•ization was granted for tho purchase of polygraph equipment from
SAC Electronics, Inc., without competive bidding.
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71-1861 Fi.TSJ,IC HBARIDTG: STE'~/E B, Dil'DT,EY: PROPOSED li}~O3~TNG FROM. d°S-2f1 DISTRICT,
PARCE]G LOCATED OM NORTH. SIDE OF SHAST.4~ AVE33TJE, CHICO - DENIED
The public; hearing on the proposed rezoning from i1S-2°° district, parcel
located on north side of Shasta Alienue, Chico was held as advertised. .7im
Lawson, Planning Director, summarized the action of the Planning.Commi.ssion.
The Planning Commission recommended denial of the rezoning. Mro Lawson explained
the reasons for said denial.
Charles Andrews, Attorney at law, Chico, appeared on behalf of the
applicant. Mr. Ar..drews presented a map set"ring out the area to be rezoned,
Mr. Andrews explained the request. for rezoning.
R$CESS: 2:12
RECON~IFrNED : 2 :15
Mr. Andrews explained that there were no objections offered at the Planning
Commission hearings to this rezoning. He said that the developer plans to build
substantial. homes on these lots. ?'ime spent discus:zing the matter of rezoning,
Mr. Lawson said there had been no objections filed by the land owners in that area.
Hearing opened to the public, Appearing in opposition: no one,
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Roard for their decision.
Supervisor Gilman said he would have to go along with the recommendation of the
Planning Commissionthar the lots in this area not be smaller than one acre
par;:e is ,
On motion of Supervisor Reynolds, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and
carried, the Board concurred with the Planning Commission. and denied the
application of Steve B. Dudley far rezoning from."S~2" district, for the parcel
located on the north side of Shasta Avenue, Chico. AYES: Supervisors Gilman, Madigan,
Chairman Reynolds. NOES: Supervisor Maxon ABSENT: Supervisor McKillop
71-1862 PUBLIC kIEARING: PROPOSED RE~O~'ING FROM. B'A'R°B TO. B'R-1 A & C°d DISTRICT PARADISE
The public hearing for• the proposed rezoning from°A-R°P to °1R-1 A & CBB
district, parcels on Scott Drive, $illcrest Drive and west side of Foster Road
from the intersection of Buschman Road to a line-1,345 ft. south of Buschman
Road, Paradise, was held as advertised. ,7im Lawson, Planning~Director, summarized
the action of the Planning Commission in this matter. The Planning Commission re-
commended appraval of the rezoning, based on a modified area which is shown on
the map. Matte x° discussed.
Hearing opened to the public, Appearing in opposition: no one.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board for their study and
recommendati ozz.
71-1863 ADOPT OR-3N'ANGE NO, 1203 gO~TING A PORTION OF THE COITIVTY', AIlT °°R-1 A&Cee
(MINLMUM-DENSITY SING1~mFAMILY DWELY,TNGS, ARTS & CRAFTS AND PROFESSIONAL
CLASSIFICATION) DISTRICT, AS AMENA1iD µPARA-ISE
On motion of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and
carried, Ordinance No, 1203 zaning a portion of r_he County, an "R-1 A&C81
(minimum-density single-family dwellings, Arts & Grafts and Professional
classification) District, a~,amed.ded (parcels on Scott Drive, $illcrest Drive
and west side of Foster Road from the intersection of Buschman Road to a line
1,345 ft, south of Buschman Road, Paradise, was adopted and the Chairma~a
was authorized to sign.
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71-1864- PU"t3'LIC T~.ARI~G,ARAleDONME;~'.t' pT' PUPI,IC EASEM~NT_, NDR7TLERLY 12 feet of 1<ot 1,
GOLDEN BASKS Sil~t~IVISIGN", PAR,4DISR
'lhe public hearing on the notice of intention to aba*edon public easement
northerly ;1.2 .feet of Lat 1, Golden Oaks Subdivision, Paradise, was held as
advertised. rim Lawson, T'1ann.ing N~ireetor, summarized the action of the Planning
Commission. Pianr_ing Com!aissl.on recommends approval of the abandonment.
?iearing oper_ed to the public. Appearing in oppositiore No one.
Hearing closed to the ,public and oonfin.ed to r•he Roard for study and
recommendation.
71-1865 ADOP ti RESOL"UTI01V ,71.243 Of° AHAND9lvIdRnTT 0~ P~Tr~LIC JIIiI`I'Y ~ASRMRh~T, GDLD~I~
OAIC.S SUBDIVISION m NpR'~LERSaY 12 feet of Lot 1
On motion of Supervisor.' Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and
carried, Resolution 71 24:3 cf abandonment of public utility easement, northerly
12 feet of l,ot 1, Golden Oaks Subdivisio:ce, was adopted and the Chairmaca was
authori.zed_ to sign..
71.1866 D28Cg,188I0~ o k1A:t~TiNG OP SEG;.ORYD_FEE P,pR MR, HEINI~
Supervisor Maxa~r? questioned. ~3r.. Lawson concerning the fee charged
Mr, Heinke for his seco:ad application for a use permit. `.There was a waiting
Period for MY'. Heinke whi.l.e the scenic Highway zonz.ng was terminated on Clark
Road. Mr. T,awson stated thaw the Planning Commission had ranted the use
permit originally and Then it was eler~eimined that the scenic highway zoning
had to be terminated. Supervisor Maxon asked if this secoxid use permit fee
could be waived. Mr, l,awsorc stared he had discussed this matter with County
Counsel;,this was an honest er;c'or. Mr. Lawson said that the hearing on. the
second use permit application falls on the same day as the zoning request.
The fee could be waived at the time of t:he gx'ant:Lng of the use permit.
Supervisor Maxon said he would like to see the Planxeing.~ommission.initiate
proceedings for scenic highway on Pentz Road. Discussed9 no action taken.
711867 MOTION OF Z.~TTE:N'l`o RI1~T`'AL OF' COt~t~tODITy' DISTRIBUTION CE1N711eR. ;tDR.OVILIla)
FOIL.PROPERTY ON FEA`J_:~R RIDER BLVD,
Ed Robinson, ~nTelfare Director, stated that the "lease for the Gabriel
property on Houston 8ireat for the commodity distri~bfxtior? center expires soon.
A more suitable :Location. is now available. ?: he new location is on the Feather
Rd.ver Blvd, It has a concrete parking lot; it has all t7e facilities that are
needed for this operation, They care x•eceive additional funds fox'"this building,
This is a commecial building in a commercial zone, If the Board approved this
request, the lease would be fox' a years time. Altex•ations would have to be done
before they can use the building. Mr. Robinson said he would present the
lease agreement to County Counsel for his wording. '.They-have written approval
from the Government for the additional x•ental fee.
Time spent discussing the request for the rental of this new site.
It was felt that there was no daubs that the building was needed,
On motion of Supex•visar Reynolds, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and
caz•ried, the Board said it was their intent to appr.°ove the rental of the
Moseley building on Feather River Blvd., Oroviile, subject to County Counsel
preparing the lease agreement for use as a commodity distribution center.
71n,1868 APPROVE RE UEST FOR. ACCESS ACROSS PUBLIC PROP$RI`Y GODMAI~'. AVENUE
On,motion of Supervisor' Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and carried,
the request for access across public property, Godman Avenue, was approved, subject
to all applicable development requirements in the future.
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71-1869 AC''La:'OWI,EDGEMEN'I' AND ACGEP~'ANOE OF IR1t~~/OCABiLE 1aEE`PIERS OE' GREDI'T F'OR
Oa3:~TS`PRiY~C`I:ION CO:~I`;I1~TGE~iCY-FOR.iARWI?~ DE"(7B1OP1T OOIKPA~~Y'
On motion of Supervisor M3xan, seconded by S~~pervisor Gilman and
carx'i.ed, the Board accepted and acknowledged ir!~evacabie setters of credit
for, construction contingency as fol.lowso
Larwin. Development ti Paradise Pines Tin.its No. 4 a 8 $84,360.00
Paradise Pines 'units No. 10, lii ~ 15 65,801.50
Paradise Pines ~~;'ni*s X700 7.2, 13 ~ 14 98,436,27
711870 PUB7SIC WORKS I.i'EMS APPROl~ED _
On motion of S•~spex°visor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
car€'ied, the Boaz'd to®k the following action"on Public Works itemso
1. Authorized transfer of fund balance from Re.se.rvoir Road approximately
4~3,300jco :E'ar~.°is Road for the purpase of hauling and placing 19Butte"s rock base,"
2, Appra•~red contract Q;han.ge Order ~~3, F'oothil~.~. Boulevard, Project No,
21554 '70°1, in the increasing amaunt of $271.76 which provides for placing a
perforated me tai pipe and permeable material to alleviate a water seepage area.
3. Approved agreements for sale, authorized Chairman to sign and
authorized Auditor to issue warYants upon demand of County's escrow agent
for the following9
Clark Road 57452m7i~-1 W. 'Z`. Gieeson 0.054 ac. $351 1~'/I $351
Dos Rios & 3.,axkin Road ~. Mariani 0,654 Exchange °None Each,
Int, 1639:1x69°1
Pentz Read, Clark to Pentz Heirs of W,'I. Mass 3.232 685 None $685
Magalia Hwy, 4343].-~69a1
East Avenue 57191m70•~1 E. Owens 0.015 251 None- $251
4, Accepted deeds for right of way acquisition .on the fol7.owinga
E'eatherval.e Drive ~k24585A (parcel map M. Correira
Oro~Quiney Ftighway; ~k27.561~-67°2 Parcel 4 l,> A. Haines
C1.ark Road ~k57452--71°1 Parcel 2 A, 1Cuentz
F'orbestown Road k°AS 7.59(4,) Parcel 6 I.. Ames
Oroville Chico Rd. Relocation TO&E-16°".(3 and State of Calif,
;Director ° s deed) `I'C&F'°.50•-A
71-1871 AU`L`HOR:C~A?'ION FOR.>;~£`IRTIDED SERVICES RE GEORGIA.PACIFIC ACCESS ROAD
ENGZANEER3rNG AGR~MEN'I~.000IZ ASSOCIATES G1,AIM
On motion. of Supervisor Maxon, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and
car:Cied, the Boax•d authorized approval of extended services for additional
engineering inspection and genex'al administrative work'and payment of claim
of Cocsk Associates, subject to approval by ED41, subject to the approval of
the Audz.tor and County Oounsel in the amounr• of 5770 for additional engineering
inspection due to .job prolongation, and $1,000 for general administrative fees.
71W1872 APPROVE NOTICE OF CON~LETION~ INSPAT,%A`IIO~? Of" WATER.I,INES~ EIRE H'YDRAN'`TS
-AND APPi7R~'ENAN'CES .AT BTJ`IIE COU~T~Y' HOSPI`ZAI: COTJI7PY CON'7.1i.AC'1 N0, BCm 71-1
On motion of Supervisor. Reynolds, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
carried, the work of Fisci`Bros., Inca for the installation of water lines, fire
hydrants and appur.tenanees at Butte County Hospital was accepted, the Chairman
was authorized to sign the Notice of completion and the clerk was instructed
to record said Notice of Completion with the County Recorder.
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711873 REPORT 'IO BOARD ON REQJEST FOR l~0 P.ARIC]:NG AZ.ONG STEWART & .WEST SACRAMENTO
A~3~lF3ES, CHICO
Clay Castleberry, Director of Public Wox'ks, reported to the Board on
the request for no parking along. Stewart and West Sacramento Avenues. The
California Highway:Patrol recommended that ±•he county not prohibit parking
i.n. thi.a area. They feel that widening of the streets would be better. Mr.
Castleberry stated that. P•ubli.c Works planned on cutting out the brush and
cleari.ng.along the road first before prohibiting the parking. He said the
County does not have the money to widen the streak. Supervisor Gilman said
that the Highway Patrol should inspect this street an Friday afternoon, Matter
discussed. Mr. Castleberry wil? bring back a proposal on this matter within
the next few weekso
71.1874 TR,A~FIC RFePORT. DURHAM :C~'TER~SEC`?'ION
Clay Castleberry, Director of P;xblic Works, gave a traffic report on
the D~s:r.•ham intersection. He said There are b,000 cars a day trying to get
through this interse~tior.. He explained the traffic prob3.em at this intersection.
He felt the County should go to a. four°way stop at this intersection. This
will be a lift"le inconvenient but .t will help. Mr. Castleberry said he
plan:aeci to bx'ing in an ordinance in the near future that would make this a four-way
stop. 'The traffic counters mark the cars that travel through this intersection hourly.
:Discussed costs for signal~.zing the intersection. Mr. Castleberry felt the
four~way .stop was the best way to go todayo Supervisor Gilman requested that
thee-Iighway Patrol patrol this area and gf~re tickers when there are violations.
711875 REPORT ON M$1STING WITH THS DI"VISION OF' HIGtIWAYS
Supervisor Madz,gan requested that Mx'. Castleberry report on their
meeting with .~sil.l Warren, Division,of Highways, in Marysville last week,
Mra Castleberry explained the matters that were. discussed, '.i'he Peatz Road
intersection with Highway 99 had been discussed, Where will be many cars hit
at this intersection when the Jr.. College moves to Pentz Road. Chairman
Reynolds fe7.t the County was going to have to adopt a resolution concerning
this matter. :Stems concerning interchanges set out and discussed.
Mr'. Castleberry said he -would keep the Board informed on the items
concerning interchangeso
71W,1876 RP.POR`T 0:~! T'OWNSHIP ROAD RAILROAD CROSSING
Mr. Castleberry reported that he had contacted the railroad concerning
the railroad crossing at Township Road, He said he was going to ask the Board
to consider flashing lights for this crossing during the road tour. He said
this type crossing needs the protection much more than the Sterling City
railroad,
71°1877 ADOPT R.ESOi,1LfT:1:ON 71.244 PR0'i'E~TING THE PROPOSED CHANGE IN PAYk1ENT OF
CONTRIBUT.T.ONS TO `THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMEN'T' SYSTEM
Fo H. Seely, County Auditor', requested the Boa rdro consider the
adoption of a resolution protesting r_he proposed changes in remittance requirements
for Public Employees Retirement System contributions. Mr. Seely explained the
request. H:e said his office was unable to meet the requirements. Resolution
read and discussed.
O:n motion of Ss~pervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Maxon and
carried, Resolution 71w24?~ protestinng the proposed change in payment of contributions
to the Public Employees Retirement System was adopted andr_heChairman was
authorized to sign.
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7I-1878 D3',SC?1SSl:ONa .BNE'ORGFk~NT PR.OOFDURB RB BONING i1ti01,e~:CIONS
Oounty Oounsel explained the matter of enforcement procedure regarding
zoning v3.olations. He explained what would be involved. He said that instead
of reper'r~ ng these matters to the District Attorney, they would be brought
before t:he Board and then the Board would decide whether the matter should be
brought to tx•ial. This procedure has a number of advantages; he set out these
advantages. Mr. Blac'kstock. explained the cases that might be ~ff.ected by this
procedure. He said that County Counsel's office could advise the Board on these
matters a.nd it will be up to the Board to decide the action that should be taken.
Chairman R.eyr.olds stated that it was a foregone conclusion that any change
would be better than what the County is doing at present.
Mr. Blacks~.ock said these would be civil act5.ons rather' *_han criminal
actions. Time spent discussing the procedure that would be followed. Ghairman
Reynolds said this would be dons on a trial basis. It was suggested that there
be a full Board present before a.decision was made. Matter placed back on the
agenda for `1'~esday, October 12. 1.971,
711879 ADOP'1` RBSdJLJ.~ION 71x245 AlJ"~i0RIZ1~'G SlII.B OE' TE~C DB~DBD 1'ROBBRT~''
D. 0. Swi.nr~ey, 'y'ax t~oil2ctor spoke to the r_otice of intention to seli
tax deeded p:repersy desc::ibed as /~F 03707°0038°0, eonsl.sti.ng of approximately
10 acres :lying west of Oro~~ille ~uinc_y Road, sale r_umber 384, for a minimum
price of $901.2.3. Mr. Swinney srat.ed that this was property that the Director
of k~~b:t.ic blocks desires to aiqu.ire this property for right of way purposes.
Matter discussed. :1:t was stated 'chat payment for this property should be taken
from rightaofwway funds.
On motion of Supervisor Reynolds, seconded by Supervisor Maxon and
carried, R.esolutioe 71••245 authorizing sale of tax deeded property. was adopted
and the chairman wa,s authorized to sign: funds for said pux'chase to come from
Department of 1Publi.c blocks budget, from right of way acquisitions funds; the
Auditor was authorized to issue 'Fhe warian* in the stated amount.
71-1880 T.'R~1'r~I, RBQyJRST .APPROV"BD
On motion of Supervisor Reynolds, seconded by Supervisor Maxon and
carried, Oounty Counsel, Dan Blackstock, was granted permission to attend an
Al:s. ~or,.e Conference cal3ed by the .Attorney General 0•ciober 20 through 22 in
.Monterey. ?:wo nights lodging, estimated cost, of trip x60; travel by private
ear.
71-• 1881. HOS1'l:`lAl, FINAN01~5G s HBZD O'~~11.
At the request of the County kldministrator, the matter of Hospital
financing was held over at this time.
711882 B'i?DGFT TRANSFER APEROt~D
On mation of Supervisor Maxon,
Budget Transfer B-~4 District.Attorney,
office expense to insurance gener.ai.
seconded by Supervisor Gilman and carried,
was approved, transferring.$153 from
_ 711883 APIFROV~ ADOPT30~? OF POl,l0y' ON. MED3-CAL REFORM BI11.,
fast week two motions were posed to the Board by the Administrative
Officer .for adoption implemerhting policies to be followed under the Medi~°Gal
Reform Bi1.3. 'she first motion was adopted by the Board. `Ihe second motion
was questioned by Mx•. Dingfelder9 chairman of the Hospital Board of Trustees,
as to certain wording. The motion has been reworded and.was read by Mr.
Dir..gfelder at the meeting of the Hospital Board of Trustees and there were
no objections to this motion. Motion discussed.
Oe. motion of Supervisor Maxon, seoonded by SupervisorMadigan and
carried, effective l0~1w71 i.t is, the policy of the Board of Supervisors
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Ocr_ober 5, 1971
of the County of Butte that medical care provided by the County Hospital or
by other providers under present policies to persons determined co be medically
indigera~ shall be on the same basis and with the same restrictions as provided
in AB°949, the Medi~Ca1 reform bi1i, for those indigents who qualify for Medi°
Cal and whose medical bills are the responsibility of the state. This policy
sha h. be implemented to the fullest extent possible and practicable so that one
set of standards sha 11 apply to all indigent medical care.
71°1884 .ADOPT RESOLUTION 71-246 APPRO'v~NG GRANT APPI,I~ITION°Ed~RGENCY. EMPLOYMENT ACT
~Iim Rackerby, Persor_rsel Director, stated tha*_ the grant application has
been prepared under. the provisions of Section 6 of the Emergency Employment Act
of 1971. Federal funds available set out, Mr, Rackerby stated that this
application includes 18 public entities, plus Butte County, He explained the
funds involved. 72 public service jobs-have bete developed. Applies tion discussed.
Mr, Rackerby explained how the ,jobs ~ uld be har..dled.
On motion .of Supervisor Giiman, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
carried, the grant applicatf.nn for the Emergency Employment .Act-was approved
fcr submi4sion, Resolution 71~24b was adopted approving said application and
the Chairman was authorized to sign.
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Oilman and
carried,•the Chairman was authorized to sign the subcontract between the County
of Butte and the contracting agencies.
ADJOURNMENTa
There being nothing further before the Board at this time., the meeting
was adjourned at 4x00 p.m. to reconvene on Tuesday, October 12, 1971 at 9s00 a.m.
ATTESTo CI,ARi~ A, NE1S01l, CO~,TNTY CLERIC
BY" ~ l
Board of S ervisors Clerk
~~....
~rman of the Boa
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October 5, 1971.