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RECONVENEp: The Board reconvened at 9:00 a.m. Present: Supervisors Cameron,
Madigan, McKillop, Richter and Chairman Ladd. C1if Mickelson,
Administrative Officer; Dan Blackstock, County Counsel, and Clock
A. Nelson, County Clerk, by Margie Catt, Board of Supervisors Clerk.
75-1795 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion o Supervisor McKlllop, seconded by Supervisor Comecon and
unanimously carried, the minutes of October 21, 1975 were approved as mailed.
75-1796 COMMUNICATIONS
Withdrawals from the proposed Butte County Resources Conservation District. Requests
/ Dd,S 9 for withdrawal have been received from Laurian W. and Champion Raynor,
Ralph W. Carlson (two parcels), Julia E. Grieco (four parcels). Refer to
County Counsel.
6 fig,' ~ v Butte County Legal Services. The agency submits request with supporting data for
funding Through the 1976 EOC budget. Supervisor Richter stated he had written a
letter to Bar Association requestin8 a different concept. Discussed; no action taken.
~pO,Od Thermalito Elementary School District. All members of the Thermalito,School District
Board signed the fetter expressing appreciation for the Board's action in
making possible a deputy county counsel for schools. information only.
C State Controller. The Controller forwards notice of payments by county to state for
~' b ~- ~ Z 1975/76 fiscal year for Medi-Cal and supplementary aid program for aged,
blind and disabled. Medi-Cal payment $1,377,544 and supplemental aid payment
$727,222. Sufficient funds are budgeted for these payments. Discussed;
Mr. Mickelson will obtain more information on the matter.
~ ~ ~' ~~. Claim: Barbara Bowman files claim against the County For the possible violation of the
Brown Act in regards to the Orovi Ile Wyandotte Irrigation Destruct meetings.
See motion following communications.
Califomia Supervisors Association. Report coneeming Health Services. To be discussed
later.
Y C C.C ~ Mary Hoobler. She states that as of now the building code and its inspectors ore beyond
reproach. She felt the County should be grateful to have them. Letter read;
copy to be sent to Clay Castleberry, Director of Public Works.
Fred Hackett, President, Butte County Chapter x`39, Retired Public 6mpbyees'
~ rj ?j,¢s Association of California. The Association requests that PE RS grant a 15°1o increase
in benefits to employees who retired prior to July 1, 1971. Read; Mr. Mickelson
to secure the computed costs for such an increase.
75-1797 MATTERS PRESENTED BY BOARD MEMBERS
Supervisor Cameron stated t at some time back Chico University had asked
the County about obtaining aerial photos of the County through the Board. Supervisor
Cameron said he had received a letter from them stating that they had not obtained copies
of the aerial maps. They are in need of these maps now. Mr, Mickelson wil I• see
what is being done about this. Auditor was to determine how this matter was to be handled.
Chairman Ladd stated that the Board members had received a letter from
Bob Crisan on AF"DC costs. The costs qte retro-active to 1971. These would be for
cases of record. This is another outreach program. It will be dis s at eating.
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Chairman Ladd commented on the new Corp of Engineers regulations. These
are the new regulations that were announced fn Redding. Certain rice farming
operations will be covered by these new regulations. Board members felt that this
should be looked into; felt that Congressman Johnson should be asked to check on the status
of the matter.
75-1748 REJECT CLAIM OF BARBARA BOWMAN
On motion o Supervisor McKi op, seconded by Supervisor hAadigan and
unanimously carried, the claim of Barbara Bowman was rejected and referred to
County Counsel and insurance carrier.
75-1799 ITEMS tN~TREASURER-TAX COLLECTOR OFFICE DECLARED SURPLUS PROPERTY
On motion o Supervisor Ric ter, sewn a Supervisor Cameron an
unanimously carried, a one alarm system model asset2667 and one Victor safe,
3, 6 inches in diameter asset X2668 was declared surplus property and the Purchasing
Officer was authorized to dispose of the alarm system, but he was directed to hold
the Victor safe until proper disposition can be determined.
75-1800 AUTHORIZE EOC TO USE GRIDLEY BUILDING
On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded y Supervisor Richter and
unanimously carried, EOC was granted authorization to use the Gridley Building.
75-1801 AWARD OF BID ON 1D-12 TON ROLLER: APPROVED CHANGE ORDER FOR
BUTTE COUNTY FAIR: DISCUSSED COUNTY SERVICE AREA NO. 37 AMBULANCE CONTRACT
Anew fiy2 year contract as en negotiate wit t, a owner o t
Gridley Ambulance Service and the renegotiated contract has met with the approval
of the directors of the Biggs- Gridley Memorial Hospital as meeting the needs of the area.
Supervisor Richter said he is concerned about the ambulance contract. He does not
understand why the County Is agreeing to increases down the line without having the
increases documented. Tom StruthersyPurchasing Agent, explained the contract,
stating he felt it was a good contract. Mr. Struthers stated this item could be held
over; he could go back and get together with the total committee to discuss the
increases.
Mr. Mickelson said they vrould have a recommendation to the Board after
the meeting with the entire committee. Contract to be pieced back~on the agenda
for Tuesday, November 4, 1975.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, the fiollowing action was t¢ken:
1. Awarded bid for three wheel roller to Droscher Equipment Company of
Redding in the amount of $22,399.08.
2. Approved change order No. I for Butte County Fair, to contract with
Rgbinson Construction Company, inc. in the amount of $533.28 and authorized the
Chairman to sign.
75-1802 BUDGET TR4NSFERS APPROVED
Budget transfers discussed. Budget Transfer B-049 deleted at this time.
On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, the fallowing budget transfers were approved:
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B-0~ DeQartment of Health Services -Count Dledical Services. This
transfers $14,345.83 from the reserve to support and care of persons in the
county medical services budget and is to cover claims for medical services
provided to illegal aliens and transients as approved by the Board on
October 14, 1975.
B-048 Civil Disaster and Water Resources; This transferred all
unencumbered appropriations from the previous civil disaster and water
resources budget to other budget units to reflect reassignment of the
civil disaster functions to the Purchasing Officer and change of the
water resources function to a contract basis. Total appropriations
decreased in the old civil disaster and water resources budget $34,968.36,
$10,000 is set up in the Board of Supervisors professional and specialized services
account to cover the water services consultant contract, $16,268.34 is
reverted back to the resexl•e for contingencies and the balance is set up
in the Purchasing -Civil Disaster budget.
CIVICS CLASS OF CONCOW SCHOOL & INSTRUCTOR MR. DRESSER RECOGNIZED
AT THIS TIME.
75-1803 APPROVE INCREASED RATES FOR BOARDING HOMES i~ INSTITUTIONS
The Welfare Director Submits request-for increases as fo-Ilowss ~I) 12 years
of age or younger from $100 to $130 per month; and (2) children 13 years of age or older $120 to ~ '
$150 per month. Estimated additional costs $38,580 with additional funds to be
requested when present funds expire.
Mr. Crisan stated that the State provides 67~ % of the balance after the
federal government pays 50%. The Feds will subsidize up to 50%. The State will
give $49 for each case.
It was felt that if the Board approved this Increase, there should be a letter to
the County's representatives in Sacramento stating that though this increase is approved,
it was felt that this is placing a burden on the local taxpayer to pay this bill and that
a bill should be introduced in I ,egislature regarding the current costs.
On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
unanimously carried, the increased rates for boarding homes and institutions were
approved as set out by Welfare Director, and instructed that a letter be sent to the
County's representatives In Sacramento stating that even though these rates were
approved, that this places a burden on the local taxpayers and that legislation should
be introduced to bring motes up to the current costs.
75-1804 DISCUSSION: RETRO ACTIVE PAYMENTS FOR AF':Dl RECIPIENTS
Bo Crisan, We fare Director, spo a on t case t at dictates t retro-
active payments to the recipients. Costs hove been computed in this matter. It is
estimated that this could cost the County $f50,000; it has been mandated by the State.
This case also takes care of the unborn .
Referred to County Counsel for review. This will also ba discussed at the
CSAC meeting in San bse.
Board members questioned Mr. Crisan concerning the outreach program
for Food Stomps. program discussed; this will be discussed at the CSAC . No action
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75-1805 APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR DATA PROCESSING SOFTWARE SERVICES WITH
COUNTY OF SACRAMENT~3:-SUPT. OF SCHOOLS
An agreement has been prepared with the County of Sacramento Superintendent
of Schools to cover business services data processing software. This was discussed
during budget hearing's and the budget for this fiscal year was adjusted to cover this item.
Total services supplied not to exceed $!7,000. Agreement approved as to form.
DanBfackstock, County Counsel, stated that this had been discussed during
budget sessions. Pat Casey, representing Superintendent of Schools office, explained the
costs. The $5,000 was for the development of the program. Supervisor Madigan stated
he had talked to Sacramento and they explained that the $5,000 was for the program.
There are funds in the budget for this service.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, the agreement for data processing software services •~vith
County of Sacramento was approved, subject to budgetary and fiscal control, and
the Chairman was authorized to sign.
RECESS: 10:00
RECONVENED: 10:20
75-1804 APPROVE AGREEMENTS FOR SALE, RIGHT OF W.i4Y ACQUISITIONS
On motion o Supervisor McKi op, seconded y Supervisor Cameron and
unanimously carried, the following agreements for safe were approved, Chairman authorized ro sign
and Auditor authorized to issue warrants upon demand of County's escrow agent:
Oroville Quincy Hwy. barman D. Boone 0.096 Ac. $180 Impr. $475 Total $655
27561-73-I
Lassen Ave. A.D. M. CEark Easement $360 No impr. Total $360
75-1807 APPROVE CONTRACT WITH PARADISE BUS LINES TO PROVIDE TRANSPORTATION
SERVICE FOR SENIOR CITi~ENS ~ HANDICAPPEAPERSDNS IN CHICO AREA
Clay Castleberry, Director o Pu is Wor s, was present for iseussion of
proposal from Paul Meggison of Paradise Bus Company to provide public transportation
service in Chico area for senior cftizens and handicapped persons. Has radio-dispatched
equipment available and has agreed to a fare of $2 per ticket, Public Works and
Transportation Department recommend a direct financial assist of $I per ticket and
request the Board appropriate $7,500 for direct fare subsidy and $500 for printing
and promotional fees to get this much needed service 'bn the road ". Funding proposal
is best estimate for remainder of fiscal year„
Mr. Castleberry explained the background of this matter. Mike McEnespy
did a great deal of work on this. He called the .many vendors in the County.
Arco to be covered explained. The vendors did not express a great deal of
ent:husiam.
Proposal of Mr. Meggison set out and discussed. City of Chico has
indicated .they would support this. The rides that generate in the City, these
will be paid by City of Chico. Those rides generating in the County will be paid
for by the County.
It was felt that the proposal could be pproved, subject to Mr. Meggison
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meeting the financial requirements. The contract will be for a full year.
On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor Richter and
unanimously carried, the contract with Paradise bus lines to provide transportation
service for senior citizens and handicapped persons in the Chico area, subject to the
approval of and wntract with, the City of Chico, was approved, subject to the
operator meeting the financial requirements; and appropriation of $7,500 for financial
assist and $500 for printing and promotional fees approved.
75-1808 DISCUSSION: JUVENILE HALL ADDITIO NAL ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
Mr. Caste erry state tot actor ing to Sections an 2B oft e
architectural contract claim is submitted by Lorrin Ward for $5;745.78 for work relative
to CCO's I (requested by Board) and 2 (brought about by circumstances such as bad
pipes and found septic tanks.) Supervisor Richter felt that he could not support
Mr. Castleberry's request.
Mr. Castleberry explained the work that was involved. It was felt that
Mr. Ward should not be paid for this work. Chairman Ladd said he would like this
referred to County Counsel.
Architect's claim referred to County Counsel for his recommendation regarding
the payment of said claim. '
75-1809 APPROVE PLANS 8~ SPECS: FROC BUILDING PLANS: BIDS TO BE OPENED
NOVEMBER 26th, 1975 at, II:00 a.m.
Pans for t e FROC I ding are now reacf,+for bid. Plans explained by
Mr. Castleberry. It is requested that the plans be authorized to go to bid; it is
a standard butler-like building.
On motion of Supervisor McKlllop, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, plans and specifications for Feather River Opportunity Center
ware approved, call for bids were authorized, with bids to be opened in purchasing
Office on November 26th, 1975 at II:00 a.m.
75-1610 WAIVE FIRST READING: ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING 45 MILE-PER-HOUR SPEED
LIMIT ON SKYWAY FROM MAGALIA CEMETERY ROAD TO HUPP-COUTOLENC ROAb
On motion of Supervisor Cameron, secon e y Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, the first reading of the ordinance establishing 45 mile-per-hour
speed limit on Skyway from Magaiia Cemefery Road to Hupp-Coutolenc Road was waived.
75-1811 INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS
~aTProgress Report-surveying section comer monumentation project report.
Mr. Castleberry sold this was being done by CETA workers. Work that they have done
set out. No action taken.
(b) Request to close rood-Ponderosa Way near Paradise Pines. Mr. Castleberry
said he would suggest that authorization be given to Paradise Pines Mobile home Association
to close the road and that they be told that the County might want to open the road
in the future. The Fire Department stated chat the closing of this road would not cause
any problems. Chairman Ladd felt he would like to see the road prior to action
being taken. hb action taken at this time.
75-1812 AUTHORIZE CALL FOR BIDS LANDSCAPING FOROROVILLE LIBRARY
Mr. Caste rry reporte t at t e p ans or t e andscaping for Oroville Library
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are complete now; he feels that they are a good set. He would recommend that the County
put the plans out to bid.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
carried, call for bids for the landscaping at Oroville Library was authorized, bids
to be opened November 26, 1975 at I I:l)D a.m. in the Purchasing Office.
AYES: Supervisors Cameron, Madigan, McKillop and Richter
NOES: Chairman Ladd
75-1813 APPROVE FORWARDING OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES REPORT
Dr. En oe su its t e annua report of t e Emergency Me ice Services
Committee for 1974/75. Supervisor Richter stated that the report does not address
itself to the ambulance service in the Chico area. Discussed whether there was a
duplication of services with having emergency vehicles at both Enloe Hospital and
Chico Community Hospital. Use of the vehicles discussed. Mr. Mickelson explained
the use of the emergency life support vehicle; he did not feel that it could be
incorporated into the ambulance service. Ambulance service in Chico discussed.
The operators use big Cadillacs and they are very expensive to operate. It was felt
that the ambulance service in the Chico area is a real problem.
On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
unarii mously carried, the report on Emergioncy Medical Services was approved and Dr. Enloe
was authorized to forward it to the State Department of Wealth as required, and to
include the comments made by Supervisor Richter.
75-1814 DISCUSSION: APPOINTMENTS TO MENTAL HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD AND
TO ALCOHOL ADVISORY BOARD AND TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON DRUGS
Advisory 9oard, that he has a Ip#ter from a young man; he would like to refer it to some
one to check out. The man i a minority race. Supervisor Richter will give Mr. Mickelson
the name so the man can be checked out.
Chairman Ladd stated he still has a party that is interested in being appointed;
Mr. Mickelson will check out the name and classification.
75-1815 DISCUSSION: HEALTH SERVICES AGENCY-REGARDWG 7HE ORGANIZATION
OF THE HEALTH~SERVICES AGENCY
Supervisor Cameron stated a had requested That this item be placed on the
agenda for discussion. He gave County Counsel a draft of Federal regulations and
requested that he make a report on the matter. Discussed; no action taken.
75-1816 DISCUSSION: PROPOSAL FOR ADDITIONAL DOG POUND FACILITIES:
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER TO FOLLOW UP WITH THE CITY OF CHICO
Clif Mickelson, Administrative Officer, stated ad a coup a of things to
discuss relating to dogs. There is a real problem in the Chico area. The dogs have to
be isolated when they have bitten someone. Several years ago the .City of Chico
requested that the County put in an addition to their dog pound. They felt the cost
could be amortized over the years.
Mr. Mickelson soid he would like authorization to negotiate with the City of
Chico and bring back a report to the Board. The City feels that they do not have the
problem; it is the County bringing dogs to the pound. It was felt that the growth of
the dog population has brought on the' problem. Mr. ,Mickelson would I ike to be able
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Rates for the impounding of the dogs discussed.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Richter and
unanimously carried, the Administrative Officer was authorized to follow through with
the Cityo~f Chico to see what can be worked out regarding the impounding of dogs
for dog control.
Mr. Mickelson stated that during the budget discussions, a senior dog control
officer had been approved, with the understanding that the position would not be
filled until the request was brought to the Board. There is now a need to reorganize
the dog control program. It is• requested that fhe senior animal control officer position
be filled at this time and then fill the vacant position by recruiting for a animal control
officer.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Richter and
unanimously carried, filling of the senior animal control officer position was authorized
at this time .
75-1817 APPROVE APPOINTMENTS TO WYANDOTTE CEMETERY DISTRICT
On motion of Supervisor McKi op, seconded y Supervisor Cameron and
unanimously carried, appointments to Wyandotte Cemetery District were approved
for the following, for new four year terms, said terms to expire May,1979:
1. J. W. Ib~therford
2. Vemon Allen
3. Wendell Grubbs
75-1818 DISCUSSION: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER40F THE BUTTE COUNTY CODE
RELATING TO DOG CONTROL; WAIVE FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE
pose amen ment to peter o t e tte unty ere atrng to
dog control was discussed. It was asked if any calculation had been made to make the operation
self supporting from the fines. Funding of this budget explained. Board members felt
that the dog 1 icense fees are very reasonable. The fines are low; they are administered
through the courts.
License fees should be nominal; this is where control is given to having the
dogs vaccinated.
Proposed amendment discussed; Chairman Ladd said that the only way he will
vote for this amendment is to have the license fees towered.
On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
unanimously carried, the firs# reading of the ordinance amending Chapter 4of the
Butte County Code relating to dog control was waived.
75-1819 REJECT CLgIM FILED BY JOHN M. COMPTON OF SAN JOSE CONCERNING
ERRONEOUS ASSESSMENT OF REAL PROPERTY TAXES ON BEHALF OF MRS. PAULINE
R. HOPPER
Dan B ackstock, County Counsel, reported on the claim filed by .John M.
Compton of San Jose concerning erroneous assessment of reol property taxes on behalf
of Mrs. pouf ine R. Hopper.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop ,seconded by Supervisor Madigan and "
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unanimously carried, the claim of John M. Compton of San lose concerning erroneous
assessment of real property taxes on behalf of Mrs. Pauline R. Hopper was rejected
and referred to County Counsel and the County's insurance carrier,
75-1820 AMEND MOTION CALLING FOR BIDS FOR FROC BUILDING PLANS
wunry t,ounse~ requesn:a rear me puns ror the FKVG tw~lding not go
to bid until he has had an opportunity to review the plans and specifications.
He would like to talk to Dan Cook about the plans. Request of County Counsel
discussed.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Richter and
unanimously carried, the motion made in Board Item 75-1$09, Page 325, relating
calling for bids for the FROC building was amended to state, bids are subject
to County Counsel's approval .
75-1821 ADOPT RESOLUTION 75-151, SELLING THE BUTTE COUNTY SERVICE AREA NO. 26
1975 SEWER BONDS SERIES B
On motion o Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, Resolution 75-151, selling the Butte County Service Area No. 26
1975 Sewer Bonds, Series 8 was adopted and the Chairman was authorized to sign.
75-1822 REPORT RE PAYMENT FOR 1975 WATER ENTITLEMENTS
an ac stoc , aunty ounce ,state t at a meeting is set up to discuss
the 1975 wafer entitlements, in Sacramento. The earliest that Mr. Roble could make
it is a week from this date, or Monday, November 3, 1975. At the time of the meeting,
the internal book work will be cleared so payment can be paid. It will then be ready
to move forward. The time of the meeting is 2:00 p.m. in Assemblyman Chappie's office.
Mr. Blackstock felt that it would be preferable to have a committee of two
men attend this meeting. The committee could then report back to the Board and the
Board could then take action, The payment should be made under protest, Paper
work on this matter will be placed back on the agenda for Tuesday, November 4, 1975.
Supervisor McKillop and Mr. Blackstock will meet with Mr, Roble.
75-1823 DISCUSSION REGARDING THE ORGANIZATION OF THE HEALTH SERVICES AGENCY
Mr. Blacks#ock made a ew comments regar mg t e organization oft Hea t
Service Agency. A packet containing several proposals has been received. Proposals
explained by Mr. Blackstock. It was felt that there should be some type system set up
for appointments. A joint powers agreement system has been recommended. Matter
of appointments discussed.
Supervisor Cameron stated that if the County wants to have the primary control
over this committee, then the joint power agreement is the only way to go.
It was the Board's feeling that they should proceed with the forming of a
joint power agreement with the fourteen counties involved. This is the proper way to
go fior the organization of the Health Services Agency.
RECESS: 11:50 to go into an executive session.
RECONVENED: The Board reconvened at 12:30 following an executive session.
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ADJOURNMENT:
There being nothing further before the Board at this time, the meeting was
adjourned pt 12130 to reconvene at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 4, 1475 '
ATTEST: CLARK A. NELSON, COUNTY CLER
BY~ airmen o t ar
Boar o Supe sots C er
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