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October 2 6, 1976
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
SS.
COUNTY OF BUTTE )
The Board of Supervisors met at 9:00 a.m. pursuant to adjournment.
Present: Supervisors Ladd, Madigan, McKillop, Richter and Chairman Cameron.
Clif Mickelson, Administrative Officer, Dan 8lackstock, County C ounsel, and
Clark A. Nelson, County Clerk, by Margie Catt, Clerk of the Boa d,
Pledge of allegiance to the Flog of the United 5totes of America
76-1825 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried,lhe minutes of October 19, 1976 were approved as
moiled .
76-1826 COMMUNICATIONS
na O. Sc umac er, C ico. Mr, Schumacher asks for return of his total building
~{D/, EJ fee permit rather than the partial return sent to him. Refer to Clay
Castleberry with a• request that he report back on the matter.
Superior California Senior Services, Inc., (tad Bluff. The non-profit corporation asks
~ p ~. E Y if you wish to reappoint Mr, Edwin Rounds to serve on their Board.
Discussed; see motion following communications.
Price, Bumess, price 8 Davis. Mr, Bumess sends request that your Board overrule the
~ ~3' G v decision of the Planning Commission relating to the public hearing set on the
Lovedahl-Tri-B, Inc. hearing set for November 30, 1976 at 2 p.m.
Discussed; referred to Director of Flarining,
Paradise Chamber of Conine rce. Express toncem over current proposal with respect
`7 O 3 , O V to the funding and function of a Paradise M.A.C. Copies to be made
for Board members and to be discussed next week.
Graves, Geddis & Driscoll. Appeal the decision regarding W tson Enterprises,
Paradise. To be held until Planning Director is present.
City of Chica I:y'Ronald Stewart, Mayor. Request the Board to give consideration
/ U 0 ~ ~{ C~ discussing the establishment of a Chico Area Planning Commission.
Discussed; Administrative OFficer will notify them that the two Supervisors
in Chico are ready to meet at any time with them to discuss this matter.
Friends of Butte County. Appeal the ivling of the Board of Zoning Adjustments
~~ 3 0 ~ dated October 13, 1976 respecting allowance of a variance to Gary C.
Jones. Referred to Planning Commission.
Chairman Cameron. Letter stating the Board had wasted X30,000 of County money
which was paid for an employee classification study and that the Board
did not use this study. The records show that the Board did adapt #his
wage-classification study. Board members concurred that the study
had been adopted and implemented.
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76-1627 REAPPOINT EDWIN ROUNDS TO SERVE ON SUPERIOR CALIFORNIA
SENIORSERVICES INC. RED BLUFF
On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor MaKillop and
unanimously carried, Edwin Rounds was reappointed for a term of one year to
the Superior California Senior Services, fnc., fed Bluff, Board of Directors.
76-1828 APPROVE BUTTE COUNTY HEAD START GRANT SUBMISSION
n motion of Supervisor REC ter, sewn e y Supervisor McKillop and
unanimously carried, the Bu#te County Head Stort grant submission to
Regional H.E.W. for program year 1977 funding was approved and the Chairman
authorized to sign.
76-1829 APPROVE CHANGE IN THE BUTTE COUNTY E.O.C., INC. PERSONNEL
POLICY MANUAL
The requested c ange deals with the fringe benefit of health insurance.
Inasmuch as 90% of the insurance premium cost is borne by the agencies (E.O.C. and
Butte County Head Start), it is considered that, with the limited funds involved,
it is too costly to extend the benefit to other than full-time, permanent employees.
Change discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
unanimously carried, change in the Butte E.O.C., Inc. personnel policy manual
regarding fringe'#~efit of health insurance was approved.
76-1830 AGREEMENT PROVIDING FOR ADMINISTRATION OF COMMUNITY SERVICES
ADMINISTRATION-SPONSO RFD POVERTY PROGRAMS: PUT OVERONE WEEK
Agreement providing or t e administration of Community Services
Administration-sponsored Poverty Programs in Butte County discussed. Mr, Nickelson
will detail this item and place it bock on the agenda for Tuesday, November 2, 197b.
76-1831 APPROVE ESTABLISHMENT OF PETTY CASH FUND FOR E.O.C. GENERAL OFFICE
Petty cash fund for E.O.C. Centro Office discussed.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Richter and
unanimously carried, establishment of a petty cash fund in the amount of $100
for E.O.C. Central Office was approved and County Auditor instructed to
establish such a fund.
RECESS: The Board recessed at 9:25 to ga into an Executive Session,.
RECONVENED: The Board reconvened at 10:30 a,m. following an Executive Session.
76-1832 ADOPT STIPULATED AGREEMENT WITH ATTORNEY GENERAL RE
CASE OF CITY OF CHICO VS. COUNTY OF BUTTE
C airman Cameron reported t at during t executive session the Board
discussed the stipulation in the matter of the case of Ctty of Chico vs County of Butte.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
unanimously carried, the Board approved the application for extension of time and the
stipulation agreement with the intervener in the case of City of Chico vs. County of
Butte, authorized County Counsel to sign said documents and deliver ro Attorney
General for his signature and instructed County Counsel to write a narrative about the
case so people would understand the matter.
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76-1833 HEARING SET: VARIANCE TO SECTION 19-10 and i4-12 of County Code
A hearing was set on the petitaun of Mary J. Rider-John T. Kennedy to
place a mobile home on the property located at 1921 Palermo Read to be heard on
November 9, 1976 at II :00 a.m.
76-1834 APPROVE RENEWALS OF VARIANCES TO SECTIONS 14-10 and 14-12
On motion of Supervisor La d, seconded y Supervisor McKi op and
unanimously carried, the following variances to Sections 14-10 and 14-12 of Butte
County Code for placement of mobile homes were approved:
1. Bonnie and Gerald Stephens, 206 Skyway, Stirling City (AP 54-23-2)
2. John S. Freeman, Jr., Olive Avenue and South Villa, Palermo,
AP 27-8-d-32,
Approved for one year period of time.
76-[835 APPROVE CONTRACT WITH STATEMENT DEPT. OF REHABILITATION: RESO. 76-172
Contract imp ements program approve, y t e Board Septem r
augmenting !v{ental Health and Alcoholism Programs. No add;tiona) local money
is involved.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
unanimously carried, contract with State Department of Rehabif itation augmenting Mental
Health and Alcoholism Programs was approved Resolution 76172 adopted and the_____
Chairman authorized to sign.
76-1836 APPROVE FAMILY PLANNING CONTRACT
Annua renews o Famt y P arming Contract with the State discussed.
Current contract is for $64,000, a decrease of $10,000 from previous year.
Contract is in conFormity with budget adopted by ;#he~Board.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor McKillop
and unanimously carcied, Family planning Contract was approved, Chairman
authorized to sign and forward to State Deportment of Health.
76-1837 REPORT ON SWINE FLU IMMUNIZATION
Dr. Svi us reported on t swine f u immunizotion clinics held in
Butte County the last two weeks. 28,000 have been immunized during this
program. He did not have any information concerning the immunization of
children under 18.
Chairman Cameron said that a number of volunteers helped out during
these immunization clinics. He felt the County should have a letter prepared by
Dr. Svihus thanking these helpers; Dr. Svihus said he would have the letter
before the Board next Tuesday.
76-1838 APPROVE CONSULTANT CONTRACT FOR DEVELOPMENT OF FOUR GE NERAL
PLAN ELEMENTS AND E.I.R.
Report made concerning the proposal received by the committee for
development of the missing four elements of the General Plan.
Supervisor Richter said there has been some stories written about
authorship of documents coming out of the Planning 'klepartaient; he fell the
County should know who had written the elements. R
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Impact report of Highland Park protect discussed. Supervisor Richter
said he was concerned about these documents. They are impartial documents
based upon information. The Board of Supervisors are responsible for the
documents so they should be written properly.
Jim Lawson, planning Director, explained who had written the documents.
The present documents an: written by a CETA employee. He recommended that the County
contract with someone to prepare the impact reports and in that way the County
would hove more experfiise.
Mr. Lawson stated that the developer pays for the impact report.
•Rhe sold: ^ County could contract for the reports.
Mr. McKeeman stated he could nat continue to do all the other
work and prepare the impact reports. Mr. Lawson said the County would be hard
pressed if the County could not use the students and college personnel to prepare
some of these reports. The Planning Department has o working arrangement with the
college ro use student personnel.
Mr. Lawson suggested that a consultant be hired to write the reports;
the County does not have the staff to write the E. I.R.s People that write the
E.I.R.s should be credited for writing them.
Preparation of E. I. R.s discussed. Mr. Lawson again stated that
planning Department does not have the staff to write these reports. It was
felt it would be better to hire permanent staff than go to a consultant for
preparation of the E.I.R.s.
Mr. Lawson said he does not have the time to sit and read all the
E.I.R.s that are being prepared. Planning does not have the personnel to do the
work. TF~ey are asked to do ro many things that they are unable to do.
Supervisor McKillop said he would rather add the additional personnel rather
than go to the hiring of a consultant.
1Vlr. Jim Glander and Mr. Ivy From CH2M Hill present to discuss the
consultant contract for development of the four General Plan elements and E.I.R.
They stated they would be glad to answer any questions that the Board might have.
Ak. Ivy stated they would do everything they can do meet the January 5th date of the
draft. This would be for the draft of the elements. The draft reports will be ready
by the first of the year. The contract states that the elements would be completed
by the 15th of January. The firm will work closely with the Planning Commission.
Mr. Geyser will be used to work with them on the elements. The county will
do the printing of the elements.
Supervisor Richter said that it should be pointed out that this firm was
selected because they seemed to 6e the most outstanding in the State.
Don Blacksrock, County Counsel, said there was not a budgetary
appropriation for this contract. If the Board approves the contract, they should
authorize a transfer of X25,000 From the reserve.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Richter
and unanimously carried, the consultant contract with CH2M Hill for development ~.
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of four General Plan elements and E.I.R. was approved, Chairman authorized
to sign, and a transfer of $25,000 from the Reserve for Contingencies to the Board
of Supervisors Budget was authorized, with the understanding that the work will
be done as quickly as possible.
76-1839 EMPLOYEE SERVICE AWARDS
Emp oyes service awar s were presented by Chairman Cameron
to the following:
30 year service; Dorothy A. Ashley, Assessor's Office
20 year service: Ensign G. Arbuckle, 5heriff's Department
Raymond L. Baxter, Sheriff's Department
Paul L. Bryan, Sheriff's Department
Jack G. Burgess, Public Works
Doris L. Hammons, Welfare
Mary C. Kitchen, Welfare
Louis L. Heinrichs, Agricultural Commissioner
John W. Houghton , '
Donald L. Nissen, Probation
Mildred O'Connell, County Clerk
76-1840 APPEARANCE: JAMES HANSON, OROVILLE
James anson, rove e, state t Board had made an agreement
not long ago for the General Plan. He felt the County should throw out the
General plan. He also suggested that the County cancel out the Land
Fraud.Unit and throw the whole thing out,
76-1841 APPEARANCE: JOHN M. SCHMIDT, PASTOR, METHODIST CHURCH
n c mi t, Pastor o t e t o Est C urc , Orovi e, presented
the County with a check in the amount of $4,171.16, for funds that had been paid
out for the pre-school childrtn. He thanked the Board for the use of this money.
76-1842 APPEARANCE: ALLAN O'KELLY, COMBINED INSURANCE CO. REPRESENTATIVE
Allan O'Kelly, representative for Combined Insurance Representative,
extended his apology to Mr. Mickelson and Chairman Cameron for an incident
that occurred in Paradise. He said he would like to propose a policy that the
County hasahout going on the County property to discuss insurance matters with
County employees. He requested that the policy remain as it now stands.
Mr. Mickelson explained County policy.
Mr. O'Kelly stated that as a resident of the Ccunrj, he would
like to offer his services to the County to help cut dawn on accidents.
Mr. O'Kelly's request taken under consideration.
7b-1843 APPEARANCE: ORRIN STRATTON. CHICO, PRES. OF $UTTE CO. TAXPAYERS ASSO.
Orrin Stratton, Chico, President of Butfe County's Taxpayers Assoc'iafion ,
said he wos present today to discuss the proposed elements to the General plan. He
pointed out a few of the pitfalls that should be watched out for in the adopting of the
elements. Set out geological hazards in the County. Discussed; no action taken. --.
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76-1844 APPEARANCE: FRANK CUNY YANKEE HILL AREA
Fran Cuny, Yan ee Hi area, sal wou Ike to discuss the matter
of refuse areas with the county. Mr. Castleberry suggested that a service area
be formed to pay for the service that is being provided in the other area.
Garbage is being dumped be people other than the residents.
1V1r. Castleberry wil! talk to the people about garbage service
in their area.
76-1845 ADOPT RESOLUTION X76»169 ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY BY EMINENT DOMAIN
FOR CONSTRUCTION OF LOWER HONCUT ROAD PROJECT X04452-75-! (FA364-I)
T e aring on t e a option o reso ution or acquisition o property y
eminent domain for construction of Lower Honcut Read Project was held at this time.
This is a budgeted project. Property to be acquired discussed.
Hearing opened to the public. Appearing: No one. Hearing closed
to the public and confined fio the Board.
On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Richter
and unanimously carried, Resolution 76-169 far acquisition of property by eminent
domain for construction of Lower Honcut Road Project was adopted and the Chairman
authorized to sign.
7b-1846 ADOPT ORDINANCE 1764 AMENDING SALARY ORDINANCE
On motion of SupervisorMadigan, seeon e y Supervisor Richter and
unanimously carried, fihe salary ordinance amendment adding one Community Health
Aide and reclassifying a vacant Eligibility Worker Iii position to a I) second reading
Has waived, Ordinance 1764 adopted and the Chairman authorized to sign.
7b-1847 DISCUSSION: SOLICITORS ORDINANCE
An ordinance as en prepared to regulate solicitation of county employees
an county premises during working hours.
Jim Rackerby read the ordinance, The intent is to prohibit County employees
being bothered by solicitors during working hours. The proposed ordinance does give
the Board the power to grant permission in specific cases.
Supervisor Ladd felt that the provision allowing the Board to grant
permission for solicitors to enter county property in specific cases shoujd not be
included within the ordinance. This would be a waste of employees time.
Proposed ordinance discussed. The employees could discuss insurance
and other matters with solicitors before and after work or during their Ivnch hour.
Mr. O'Kelly, insurance representative, explained how he contacted
the people that have policies with his company. He requests permission from the
department heads to talk b the employees about the renewal of their policies on
their own time.
Collection of insurance premiums discussed.
Ordinance b be reviewed and brought back to the Board next Hreek.
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7b-1848 LETTER REQUESTING CLARIFICATION ON PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION
RE LOVEDAHL-TRI-B, INC.
Clarification on request of Price, Bumess, Price ~ Davis explained by
Jim Lawson, Planning Director. . ,Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, stated he had
discussed this matter with Mr. Burners. Letter to be taken up at the time of the
hearing on November 30th.
RECESS: 12:05
RECONVENED : I :30
7b-1849 WAIVE SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE: ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 1765,
IMPLEMENTWG ADDITIONAL $25 BUILDING PERMIT FEES: RESOLUTION76-170
Proposed or finance imp ementing t e a ditiona 25 building permit fees
explained by Clay Castleberry, Director of Public Works. This was requested by
the Board of Supervisors during budget session. The Board directed Mr. Gsstleberry
to bring back a fee schedule to finance that portion of,the budget. This would 6e
for each new living unit. Revenue for this fee set out.
Fees discussed.
Appearing
I. Mr. Harold Welborn, stated he felt this was a gross injustice.
Views an fees set out.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, the second reading of the ordinance implementing additional
$25 building permit fees was waived.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and carried,Ordinance 1765 and Resolution 76-170 implementing additional
$25 building permit fees was adopted and the Chairman authorized to sign.
AYES: Supervisors Madigan, McKillop, Richter and Chairman Cameron
NOES: Supervisor Ladd.
76-1850 CONTINUATION OF HEARINGS: CASA DE FLORES MOBILE HOME PARK REZONE:
LAWRENCE W. ACHESON REZONE: M & T INCORPORATED REZONE ~
BUTTE TALLOW COMPANY REZONE
ont nuation o anngs an following ~operied~ to the public at this
time :
f. Casa DeFlores Mobile Home Park rezone from "R-4" (maximum density
residential ), $R-2" (duplex-residential) and "R-I " (single-family residential) to
"MHP" (mobile home park "property on the south side of Lassen Avenue at Abrseman
Avenue, containing 12 acres, more or less, Chico.
2. Lawrence W. Acheson-rezone from "R-I"{single-family residential)
to "C-2" (general commercial) property on the south side of Elliott Road, approximately
400 feet west of Skyway, containing .57 acres,rr~re or less, Paradise.
3. M & T Incorporated -rezone from "A-2" (general) to "C-2" --
(general comra rcial) proper#y.on the;yaest side of Esplanade approximately 270
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feet south of Eaton Read, containing 1.22 acres, more or less, Chico.
4. Butte Tallow Company -rezone from "A-2" (general) to "M-2"
(heavy industrial) property on northeast comer of Shippee Rood and Highway 99E,
northwest of Oroville.
Appearing: No one.
Hearings continued to November 9, 1976 at 1:30 p.m.
76-1851 CONTINUATION OF HEARING: HAROLD E. RUBY RECONSIDERATION OF
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP, EAST OF SCHOi7P ROAD, NORTHEAST OF FOREST RANCH
Continued hearings Haro E. Ru y reconsideration o tentative parce
map east of Schott: Road, northeast of Forest Ranch, held at this time. Hearing
opened to the public. Appearing: no one.
Hearing continued to November 9, 1476 at 1:30 p.m.
76-18520R0 HILLS SUBDIVISION: DISCUSSION RE DENIALOF MAP
CONFIRMED PREVIOUS ACTION OF DENIAL OF MAP
Hearing an t e Oro Hi s Su ivision reconsideration of denial of map
held at this time. This map had been set for hearing on October 26 during
communications. Later in the day at the time the Planning items were handfed,
this map had been denied. Subdivision Committee hod approved the subdivision;
Planning Commission made the recommendation for denial. Subdivision discussed.
Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, set out the background of this map
and how these matters should be handled. As the map stands now, the subdivision map
is denied.
Hearing opened to the public. Appearing. No one.
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Richter and
unanimously carried, the Board confirmed their previous action of denial of the
Oro Hills Subdivision map, without prejudice.
76-1853 HEARING: WILLIAM T. HEINRICH-APPEAL TO PLANNING COMMISSION'S
DETERMINATION THAT AN EIR WILL 8E REQUIRED FOR LAND DIVISION, AP 42-09-07
Hearing on t e Wi lam T. Heinric -appea to Panning Commission s
determination that an EIR will be required for land division, AP 42-09-47, held at
this tune. Property is located on Highway 32. Background of the land division
set out, masons for requiring the E IR set out. The project could result in soil
d amnge .
Hearing opened to the public. Appearing: No one.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board.
An impact report has been prepared for the people in that area. The
impact report could be used for this parcel map. The parcel map would have to be
delayed until the E.I.R. is completed.
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On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, the appeal to Planning Commission's determination that an EIR will be
required for a land division by William T. Heinrich was denied, and the Board required
that an EIR be filed, with the finding that there will be a significant affect on the
environment.
76-1854 HEARINGS CONTINUER TO IVOVEMBER9, 1975 at 1:30
Hearings on t e o owing items were d at t is time, opened to the
public and then continued to November 9, 1976 at 1;30 p.m.:
1. Robert J. Dubose-appeal of planning Commission's denial of rezoning
from "S-R" {suburban-res€dential) to "C-2" (general commercial) property on the
southwest side of Hwy. 32, approximately I/4 mile southeast of Linda Channel,
containing two acres, more or less, Chico.
2. James Sorrell-appeal of planning Commission's denial of rezoning
from "R-I " (single-fami fy residential) to "R-I A$C " (single-family residential arts
and crofts) property on the northwest carver of East First Avenue and Terrace Drive,
west of Mione Way, containing .20 acros, more or less, Chico.
76-1855 DISCUSSION: PARCEL MAPS 8. SUBDIVISION MAP BACKLOG:
BACKLOG OF MAPS REFERRED BACK TO ADVISORY AGENCY FOR DECISION
Dan Blackstock, County Counse ,state t at t re is a arge num r
of maps that hove been continued from the Board meetings. ,He suggested that
the maps beo'eferred back to the Advisory Agency to make their decision with
appropriate findings and in that way they will be off the Board's agenda.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Richter and
unanimously carried, the backload of maps were all referred back to the Advisory
Agency to make the decision with appropriate findings.
Mr. Lawson slated that he does not have time to write the reports
on the maps. Mr. Blackstock stated that the code states that a number of the duties
designated to the officials could be performed by authorized deputies. Under
the present ordinance, the Planning Commission no longer reviews parcel maps
and subdivision maps. In the event that anyone is unhappy with the Subdivison
Committee `s decision, they can appeal the decision to the Board of Supervisors.
76-1856 RE-WRITING ENVIRONMENTAL GUIDELINES
Mr. B ac stop roug t up t e matter o t e re.wtiting~.~f the environmental
guidelines. The State has made an attempt to try and put more substance into the
environmental reviews. The guidelines will re-define what the significant affect on
the environment will be. Review of the substance of the E.I.R. discussed.
Mr. Blackstock asked the Board if they wont the appeal of E. {. R.
to follow the appeals of the appellate process. Or do you want the procedure
to remain as it now stands. It was felt it would be logical fo follow the
procedures that the County now has. The flow chart will have to be changed
and the decision making body is to have a final E.I.R. before making their
decision.
Mr. Blackstock asked ipahB ~o~p.d wants the appellate process of the E.I.R.
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to follow the same process. In the past, appeals have gone to the Planning
Commission . Appeals and method of handling them discussed.
Discussed the hiring of an environmental coordinator. Someone is
needed to get in-put from all the agencies. Mr. I„awson recommended that an
environmental coordinator be hired. He would be serving as a coordinator
between Planning and the Board.
Mr.,~:awson stated he was not an expert on the environmental side.
Someone is needed to monitor these E.I.R.s and to make sure that they are correct.
Someone should be hired to do this work. It would take about three people to
staff such an office. Costs for the E.I.R.s would be charged to the people
developing the property. Discussed whether the unit could be made self-sustaining.
Mr. Nickelson will study the matter of such a coordinator and
staff and will report back to the Board on the way it should be handled.
Matter to be placed back on the agenda for Tuesday, November 2, 1976.
76-1857 E. I. R. TO BE WRITTEN ON BEERS 8. GUSTcaFSON PROJECT
Mr. Lawson requests c ari ication of t e Board action on the
Beers $ Gustafson projecF. It had been assumed that an impact report had
been written for the Norseman and Lassen Avenue area. There has been no
impact report written. Last week the Board had acted to require an E.I.R.
using one that had been previously written. Action clarified.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor McKillop
and unanimously carried, an E.I.R. was required to be written for the
Beers and Guftafson 40-unit apartment complex on easterly side of Norseman
Avenue, Chico, with the findings that there will be significant affect to the
environment from this development.
76-1858 PUBLIC WORKS ITEMS APPROVED
nc.motion o Supervisor igan, seconded by Supervisor Richter
and unanimously carried, the following action was taken:
1. Approved agreement for sale, Oroville-Quincy Hwy. ,authorized
Chairman to sign and authorized Auditor to issue warrant upon demand of County's
escrow agent for following:
Melvin B. Aird, et us 0.597 ac. $716 No impr. Total $716
27561-75-I, FAS 1046(3)
2. Authorized Chairman to sign grant deed conveying property to
Dr. Henry G. Evers, EI Abnte Avenue 552556-75-1, Parcel 2-S, as a condition of
agreement far sale of real property between County and Dr. Evers.
3. Approved Change Order No. I, North Durham Overhead-Midway
(Project 2631!-72-1 ), in the increasing amount of $1,934.26 for spreading topsoil
and seeding the embankment slopes.
4. ~1;1#dz~c7 acquisition of portable compactor and transfer of
$1,600 from road reserve to fixed assets equipment acquisition.
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76-1859 REPORT ON TABLE MOUNTAIN BRIDGE
Mr. Cost a erry requested permission to hold an informational
meeting to discuss brdge project, retaining of existing bridge for pedestrians,
bike path and utilities; need, aspects of building four-lane structure, general
provisions of federal bridge replacement program including funding. This
will allow Mr. Castleberry to determine how the community feels about the replacement
of the bridge. Meeting wilt be held as requested.
76-1864 AWARD OF BIDS: BRUCE ROAD PROJECT 51263-76-I
Award of ids requested or t e Bruce Road project. Report on bids
received set out by Mr. Castleberry.
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, bid for the Bruce Road Project 51263-76-I awarded to
Butte Creek Rack in the amount of X84,287 and the Auditor was authorized to
transfer fronds from within the road and bridge construction funds.
76-1861 REPORT ON STATUS OF PAVEMENT MARKING PROGRAM
Mr. Caste rry reports on t pavement ma rng program. Purchasing
Department put out bids for this work in two separate bids and there wil I be a
saving of .60 for each marker.
76-1862 REPORT ON MEETING TO BE HELD BY CAL STATE TRANSPORTATION
Mr. Castleberry reported that on Wednesday evening the State
is holding a meeting in Chico on the State transportation plan. The meeting
will be held in the Chico Council Chambers at 7:30 p.m. Mr. Castleberry
stated he would speak at this meeting regarding the plan.
76-1863 DISCUSSION: MOUNTAIN REFUSE AREAS
Mr. Caste rry state t ere are many dump area problems. The
fences enclosing the refuse areas hove been cut down and cables have been
destroyed. The bins are being filled on the days that the area is not open.
Mr. Castleberry wil! meet with the people in Concow. Chairman Cameron stated
that the people in Stirling City have asked that there be a split schedule for
that area.
Schedules for the mountain areas discussed. Supervisor Ladd
suggested that the Board make a strong request of the SherifF to find
out who is destroying the dumps in the mountain areas.
On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Richter end
unanimously carried, the Sheriff will be requested to find out who is doing
the vandalism at the mountain refuse stations, if necessary, to use extra help
funds.
Mr. Castleberry will continue spending money for the clean up and repairs.
76-1864 AUTHORIZE HIRING OF GENE MC FERRAN,~~-RCHITECT, RE
REPAIRS TO FIRE DAMAGE AT WELFARE BUILDING
Mr. Caste rry reported t at t e fire damage at .the Welfare Building
is pretty extensive and that an architect will 6e needed. He suggested that
the County hire Gene McFerran, architec~y to put this together and have the
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work done as quickly as possible. Dave Davis has already repaired the roof.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, Gene McFerrin, architect, was hired to prepare plans
for the repairs to Welfare Building, under the supervision of Public Works Director.
76-1865 AUTHORIZE 51GNS TO BE PLACE ON COUNTY PROPERTY IN CHICO
Supervisor Madigan asked Mr. Caste rry a ut t e pa ing area
around the County Building in Chico. The property is close to the university
and the students park in the county tot and take up the parking spaces along
the street.
It was felt that the Sheriff's Department should be authorized to write
down the car licenses and issue warnings, and then if they continue to park there,
hove the cars towed away. Property discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, signs were authorized to be placed on the County property
in Chico stating that the cars will be towed away, if they are unauthorized vehicles.
76-1866 AUTHORIZE PREPARATION OF BIDS FOR OPERATION OF OROVILLE
TRANSFER STATION
Supervisor Richter questioned Mr. Castleberry about the alternatives
for the operation of the Oroville transfer station. Operation of the station discussed.
It was felt that Ak. Castleberry could be directed to put this out to bid
for the operation. Preparation of the bids discussed. Fees have not been raised
at the Oroville transfer station.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, Public Works was authorized to prepare bids for the operation
of the Oroville Transfer Station.
RECESS: 3:30
RECONVENED; $:q~5
76-1867 MANPOWER DIRECTOR TO COORDINATE TITLE II PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT $
AUTHORIZED PURCHASE OF FIVE USED CABINETS FOR DATA PROCESSING
e Manpower P inning Counci os reviewe t o Tit a II a t e
Public Works Bill. They understand that the Title 1 element is being coordinated by
the Administrative Office. They request that the Title II element be coordinated
by the Manpower Office. Mr. Rackerby explained this item.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, the following action was taken;
I. Instructed the Manpower Director to coordinate Title II public Works
project with existing manpower programs.
2. Authorized purchase of Five used cabinets for Data Processing Department.
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76-1868 APPROVE 1977 CALENDAR YEAR BUDGET FOR COUNTY FAIR
The 1417 County Fair budget has been prepared for submission to the
State Department of Agriculture. Total amount of expenditure budget is
$170r3~.. No local tax funds are required.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor McKillop
and gnanimously carried, the 1977 calendar year budget was approved and
transmittal to State Department of Agriculture approved.
76-1869 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER AUTHORIZED TO NEGOTIATE FOR CHICO
HIGHWAY PATROL BUILDING WITH OWNER
C if Mic a son, Administrative Offi a:r, reported on the acquisition•af
the Ca~ifomia Highway Patrol building in Chito. He has been in contact with the
owner about leasing this building. The Highway Patrol will be moving out of the
building next July. There is a tower on the building that would cost about
$10,000 to replace. The location is ideal. Highway patrol are paying $1,000
per month for rental of the building.
Mr. Mickelson would like authorization to negotiate with the owner
for the property. $4.4,000 has been quoted as the price that the building could be
purchased for; this figure will be used far negotiotion purposes.
Request' For negotiotion with owner discussed. Highwoy Patrol will
leave the tower if the County allows them to use it for their dispatching.
(a1r.1•Mickelson will go ahead with negotiations using the $49,000
figure.
76-1870 LETTER OF APPRECIATION FOR DARRELL STEVENS 8 NEAL MC CABE
FOR SERVICE ON PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
On motion of Supervisor Ric ter, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, letters of appreciation were requested to be written to
Darrell Stevens and Neal McCabe for their services on the Personnel Committee,
76-IB7! ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER INSTRUCTED TO PREPARE PROPOSAL FOR
REDRAWING SUPERVISORIAL BOUNDARIES
Supervisor Ric ter sal a wou d ope that the Boord would instruct
the Administrative Officer to prepare a proposal for the re-drawing of the boundaries
of the Supervisorial Districts. There are inequities and #here should be equal
population in each district. Suggestion discussed.
On mo#ion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor AMdigan and
unanimously carried, Administrative Officer was instructed to come up with a proposal for
the redrawing of the Supervisorial boundaries and to look into the legal aspects of the
ne-drawing of said boundaries.
76-1872 DISCUSSION: REQUEST TO HIRE CONSULTANT FOR PREPARATION OF
E.i.R.s
Jim Lawson, Planning Director, stated that there is a backlog of
8 E.E.R.s to write. Following quotations were given for preparing said E.I.R.s
by consultants: •
Ringel Associates $5,000 to $10,000
AI Beck Page 258. $8,550.
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Del Davis Association $8,550
Elgar Hill $13,987 - $15,487.
Discussed.
Mr. Lawson requested thot a consultant be hired for the Bartram area.
Mr. Blacksbck stated it would be appropriate to instruct the Planning Commission
to cease holding any more hearings on this at this time. The County is under an
agreement with the Attorney General and Planning Commission cannot adopt a
zoning ordinance.
On motion of Supervisor,:Richter, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, request for preparation of the E.I.R. for the Bartram property
denied and Planning Commission was instructed not to hold hearings as they are
not timely .
It was felt it would be better to go to a consuitant for the Highway 32
rezoning, that would include the West Chico area. This is a sensitive area.
Mr. Lawson said he would like some direction. He asked if Planning should write
the E.I.R.s ore go to the consultant. The Board felt these should be held in
abeyance and go in the direction of a coordinator.
Administrative Offiaer.to come back with a staffing pattern for the
coordinator's office. Time to set up a coordinator's office discussed.
Mr. Lawson requested to bring back figures for casts of hiring a
consultant for the Highway 32 rezoning project next week. :`Suggestion was
6nade to contact a firm and negotiate for a contract to prepare these outstanding
E: I.R,S. Mr. Lawson will bring back figures for the Highway 32 project and for
a contract to do all the E.I.R.s that have stacked up.
76-I$73 DISCUSSION: HEARING PROCEDURE ON GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS
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the elements that have been prepared would be used. Mr. Blackstock told
Mr. Lawson that the Planning Commission should go ahead and hold the hearings on the
four elements; make notes and supply said notes to the consultants. He is also
to request the Planning Commission to hold three hearings between now and December
in various locales of the County and obtain in-put that could be fed to the consultants.
The Planning Department should have a member of the department
evaluate the elements. Mr. Geyser will help the consultant in the preparation
of the four elements. The County printshop will print the elements.
7b-1674 HEART NG SE T FO R WATSO N E NTE RPR15E
A Baring was set for Novem r 2 , 97G at 2:00 p.m. on the
Watson Enterprise, app: al, Paradise.
76-1875 ANNOUNCEMENT: JUVENILE JUSTICE MEETING
airman Cameron announce t at i ere wou d be a joint meeting
of the Juvenile Justice Commission and the Mental Health Advisory Committee
on November 8, at noon, at the Holiday !nn in Chico. It will be a luncheon
meeting. He requested that Board members attend.
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76-1876 ERNST 8. ERNST REPORT
Clif Mickelson, Administrative Officer, stated that on Friday
afternoon a meeting would be held with the Audit Committee regarding the
Ernst & Ernst report. He asked if the Board would like to invite the Gra nd
Jury audit committee. The Chairman of the Grand Jury Audit Committee
and balance of the committee will be invited to attend the meeting.
Report discussed, Chairman Cameron appointed Supervisors Madigan and
McKillop to meet with this committee in Administrative Officer's office at 2;30 p.m.
76-1877 ADOPT RESOLUTION 76-171 TO SUPPORT LEGISLATION REGARDING
ILLEGAL ALIENS MEDICAL EXPENSES: TO COMPENSATE COUNTIES FOR EXPENSES
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconds y Supervisor c i op
and unanimously carried, I~solution 76-171 to support legislation regarding
illegal aliens medical expenses was adopted and the Chairman was authorized
to sign.
Supervisor Madigan requested that copies be sent to Norm Waggonerso that
the Supervisors Association could consider that at the State convention. The
whole intent of the resolution 'is to have the Federal Government c~b s'omething
about the alien medical problems. It was felt that this burden should be shared
by the whole country.
76-1878 REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION TO Bf GIVEN TO PAVING PROBLEM AT
F. R.O.C. BUILDING
Supervisor McKillop requested Board consideration of a paving problem
at the FROC building . A bid of $9,000 has been received. Mr: Mickelson
will determine if there is anything left in the fund and will report back to the Board.
RECESS: The Board recessed at 4:40 to go into an executive session.
RECONVENED: The Board reconvened at 4:45 following an executive session.
Chairman Cameron reported on the executive session. It has
been recommended That this meeting be recessed to Thursday,
October 28, 1976 at 5:00 p.m.
RECESS: Meeting recessed of 4:'50 to reconvene on Thursday, October 28, 1976
at 5;00 p.m.
October 28, 1976
RECONVENED: The meeting reconvened at 5:00 p.m.
AD JO U,RNME NT:
There being nog one,-present,the meeting was adjourned to reconvene
on Tuesday, November 2, 1976 at 9:00 a.m.
ATTEST: CLARK A. NELSON, COUNTY CLERK
By: `~ r~ C irmon o t Boar
C er o t r
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