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November 2, 1976
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
SS.
COUNTY OF BUTTE )
The Board of Supervisors met at 9;00 a.m. pursuant to adjournment.
Present: Supervisors Ladd, Msdi'~;n, McKillop, Richter and Chairman Cameron.
Clif Mickelson, Administrative Officer; Dan Blackstoek, County Counsel, and
Clark A. Nelson, County Clerk, by Margie Catt, Clerk of the Board.
Pledge of allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America
76-i$79 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Supervisor MclGillop, seconded by Supervisor Richter
and unanimously corned, the minutes of October 26, 1976 were approved as
mailed.
76-1680 COMMUNICATIONS
Graves, Geddis & Dnsco 1, Oroville. The Engineers, on behalf of Centex Aggregates,
~ ~ Inc., appeal the need for an Environmental Impact Report for a use permit
,~'~ • on AP 25-042-12. Set for hearing on November 23, 1976 at f1:00 a.m.
Kenneth L. Kroft, Paradise. Mr. Kraft files petition for variance to provisions of
Sections 19-10 and/or 19-12 of the i3utte County Code for the placement
1~ 3 ,4 'L of a mobile home at 5126 South Edgewood, Paradise. Hold over until
Ii:00 a.m. to be discussed a# that fame.
Kernie Katzdom, Magalia. Mr. Katzdom Files petition for variance to provisions of
Sections 19-10 and/or 19-12 of the Butte County Code for the placement of
3. a ~ a mobile home on AP 065-07fi13, east of.the DeSabla store in Magalia.
Set for November 23, 1976 at 10:30 a.m.
Paradise Municipal Advisory Council Committee. The Committee writes conceming
/00.5~~ recent newspaper releases conceming formation of the Municipal Advisory
Council in Paradise. To be discussed later under another agenda item.
Mr. and Mrs. Earl M. Atherton, paradise. The Athertons write in support of a
/ G , ~~ Municipal Advisory Council for Paradise. To be discussed later under
another agenda item.
Upper Ridge Council. The Council writes concerning the problem of signs along
~ p /~ 0 O the Skyway and advises that the signs detract from the beauty of the area.
Discussed; County Counsel to bring back a resume of what the County now has.
Priscilla L. Hanford, Paradise. Mrs. Hanford sends notification that she will be
unable to serve on the Board of Zoning Adjustment. Discussed; County Counsel
0 b. ~ to bring back an emergency ordinance to change the meeting dates.
~ State Public Utilities Commission. The Commission asks that the Hoard consider
submitting the Haggett-Marysville Road Project for funding under Public
~/ d • G J Works Aet of 1976. Discussed; no action taken.
State Division of Labor Law Enforcement. The Department writes concerning penalty
assessments with regard to construction of the Paradise Library. Discussed;
Z,,~, O J felt should approve release of X250. See motion knowing communications.
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J State Department of Water Resources. The Department advises that the County
`f 7l~ is in default in payments required under the State Water SupplyContract.
Discussed, See motion following communications.
Paradise Unified School District. Complain about the assessed valuation roll
correction by the County auditor and the fact that the County Auditor
p Q, QO did not alert them to the change. They feel that when such corrections
are made, the County Auditor should immediately inform the districts.
Supervisor Richter stated he was concerned about the problem this
created. Administrative Officer to secure an explanation
from County Auditor,
Northern California Health Systems Agency by Art Gilman, President. On behalf
,3 p, d J of the Agency, Mr. Gilman thanked the Board for their voluntary
contribution to the health planning agency. I~ad; no action needed.
American Cancer SocieFy, Butte-Glenn-Tehama Unit, Requests a letter of support
~ n r. 9 a for their tenth annual Cancer Education Week, November 14 through 20.
( Letter of support to be sent to them.
76-1881 AUDITOR TO RELEASE FUNDS FOR MASONRY FOR PARADISE LIBRARY
On motion o Supervisor McKi op, sewn ed y Supervisor Ric ter
and unanimously carried, County Auditor was directed to release the $250 for
amount due Tom Hall Masonry with regard to construction of Paradise Library.
76-1882 DIRECT AUDITOR TO PAY PAYMENT DUE TO WATER UNDER STATE WATER SUPPLY
CONTRACT
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, the Auditor was directed to pay $6,500 due 6t this time, under
the State Water Supply Contract, subject to approval of County Counsel.
76-1883 DISCUSSION: LIThGATION WITH CITY OF CHICO :COMMITTEE TO MEET
WITH REPRESENTATIVES OF THE CITY TO D15CUSS MATTER OF LITIGATIO N
Supervisor Ric ter state e a received a to ep one ca t is manning
regarding the matter of litigation with the City of Chico. He Felt that County
Counsel should be thanked for the job he had been doing on the law suit and for
his efforts in this regard.. The Mayor of Chico cal led him and asked if several
of the Supervisors, the Mayor and some of the City Councilmen could meet
and discuss the Perms of the litigation. County is going about getting the elements
to the General Plan adopted. The committee could review the General Plan and
update it.
It was felt that Supervisors Madigan and Richter should be authorized
to meet with the representatives of the City of Chico and discuss the matter,
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by 5upervisor~Ladd
and unanimously parried, Supervisors Madigan and Richter were appointed as a
committee to meet with representatives of City of Chico to discuss the matter of
the litigation and other Items under consideration.
76- 1864 LETTER OF APPRECIATION TO BE SENT TO WELFARE WORKERS
C airman Cameron commented on t e memo received rega ing the
tremendous effort of the stafF at Welfare in the cleaning up of the building after
the recent fire. He felt the workers should be given a special commendation for
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their efforts in getting the building in operation so quickly.
On motion of Supervisor McKlllop, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, the Chairman was authorized to sign a letter of
appreciation directed to the employees of the Welfare Department for their
efforts in getting the Welfare Building into operation so quickly after the
recent fire.
75-1885 pISGU5510N: ENVIRONMENTAL GUIDELINE: HEARING SET FOR NOV, 30th
Dan B oc stoc ,County Counse ,commented on t e draft of t
environmental guideline 4hat has been given to the Board members. Hearing set
for November 30, 1976 at 1;30 to discuss these guidelines.
Another memo went out regarding the tentative maps that the
Board referred back to the Advisory Ageney. The guidelines hove to be
adopted prior to action being taken on the maps.
Hearing on the guidelines discussed. Minor changes are being
made to the guidelines or standards.
Set as an agenda item for Tuesday, November 9, 1976 in the afternoon,
and to continue said discussion to 4lkdnesday, following BCAG meeting.
COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY ITEMS
76-1886 App ROVE EOC DELEGATIONOF AUTHORITY AGEEMENT: TECHNICAL SERVICES
CONTRACTS APPROVED
EOC delegation of authority agreement discussed. -Changes to the
agreement discussed. Insert A in slots setting out 'i:"and "F~" .
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Richter and
unanimously carried, the following agreements were approved, with the change in
agreement for EOC delegation of authority, campssition of changes setting up
the changes from "E "and 'F " to "A "
I. Approved EOC delegation of authority agreement and authorized
Chairman to sign.
2. Approved the technical services contract with Audrey Downes to
provide training to Head Start parents in the .amount of 5234.00 for the period
November 8 through December f7, and authorized Chairman to sign.
3. Approved the technical services contract with Fred Liedkie to provide
a two-day training series 6 r Head Start teaching staff in the use of wood in
making educational materials for children in the amount of 5360.00, for the period of
November I through November 15, and authorized Chairman ro sign.
4. Approved technical services contract with Barney Flynn to provide
training to Butte County E.O.C. and Head Start staff in four areas of writing
skills at a cost not to exceed 5613.00 for a period from November 19 through
December 31 and authorized Chairman to sign. _
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76-1887 DISCUSSION: SOLICITOR'S ORDINANCE
An ordinance pro i iting so icitatian of county employees during
work hours has been prepared as directed, Cltf Mickelson, Administrative
Officer, stated that there are quite a few business men in the Community
that are not happy about Phis proposed ordinance.
Supervisor Richter suggested that the Department heads be
directed not to allow the employees to be solicited.. q resolution could
be adopted setting this policy,
Jim Rackerby, Personnel Director, suggested that Mr. Mickelson
take this matter to the management council and obtain their recommendations on
how this policy could be handled,
County Counsel will prepare a resolution setting out the Board's
policy in relation to solicited; ,Mr. Mickelson will follow through with the
matter of presenting this to management council.
76-1888 ADOPT RESOLUTION 76-173 OF APPRECIATION: PHIL CROSBY
n motion o Supervisor c ter, sewn e y Supervisor McKillop and
unanimously carried, Resolution 76-173 of appreciation of State Forest Ranger
Phil Crosby services to the County was adopted and the Chairman was authorized
fo sign.
76-1889 AWARD OF BID-ST. JOHN'S MOUNTAIN RADIO VAULT: TAKEN OFF AGENDA
T e awar o or SF, Jo n s Mountain r io you t to en a t e ages a
at this time.
76-1694 AWARD OF BID: COMPACT PICKUP TRUCKS
Bi s ave en receive or two compact pickup trucks approved in
the current budget far the District Attorney's Land Fraud Unit and Family Support
Division. The low bidder, Hobble Chevrolet, has the trucks in stock and available
for immediate delivery in the amount of x'1,366,00. The vehicle for Family Support
is underbudgeted by $183.50, but it is anticipated that sifficient funds will be
available from cost savings in the fined assest accau~t of the department. If the
Board changes it's mind regarding the operation of this department, the pickups
could be transferred to other agencies.
Bill Lawrence, County Auditor, stated that the Board has approved the
unit and it has been adopted into the current budget. The County should proceed as if
going to operate under the Budget.
On motion of Supervlsor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and carried, the Board moved to move ahead as though the County will continue
to operate under the budgeted format, award the bid to Robbie Chevrolet for two
pickup trucks in the amount of x7,366,00 and to proceed with the balance of the
program as budgeted.
AYES: Supervisors Madigan, MoKillop, Richter and Chairman Cameron
ABSTAINING: Supervisor Ladd.
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76-1891 AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN NOTICE Of RECEIPT:
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRANT
e Department o Hous ng an Ur n Deve apment has approved the
N.C.D. grant application from Butte County for $435,000 and requests acknowledgement
o f receipt of notice.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, the Chairman was authorized #o sign notice of receipt of
Department of Housing and Urban Development H.C.D. Grant in the amount of
$435,000.
76-1892 APPROVE DEER HABITAT IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT
An agreement as en prepare wit t Pumas tional Forest for improving
forage and habitat conditions for deer and other wildlife at a cost of $3,000. Discussed.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, agreement with Plumas National Forest for improving forage
and habitat conditions for deer and other wildlife at a cost of $3,000 was approved
and the Chairman was authorized to sign.
76-1893 APPROVE YOUTH AUTHORITY DIAGNOSTIC CONTRACT: ADOPT
RESOLUTION 76-174
An agreement as been prepared with the Colifomia Youth Authority for
diagnostic treatment services and temporary detention in reception. centers and
clinics of the department of the Youth Authority. The present rate for these
services is $1,230 per month.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
unanimously carried, Resolution 76-174 authorizing execution of the contract was
adopted and the Chairman authorized to sign.
76-1894 DISCUSSION: REPORT ON ESTABLISHMENT OF PROPOSED DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: ADOPT MOTION OF INTENT
C i Mic a son, Administrative Officer, reported on the establishment
of proposed department of Environmental hSView. He stated his staff has been checking
this proposal out. They have talked with Public Works Director and Director of
Planning and hove surveyed other counties regarding this type operation.
Mike Pyeatt, Administrative Analysts, reported that San Luis Opispo
County and Santa Barbara Counties have staffs that include an Environmental Advisory
Officer. .This person accepts fire applications and makes declsians when an E.I.R.
is required. Efforts and type of work handled by this Offi cer set out and discussed.
In Santa Barbara County there are 9 people on the staff. The total budget fast year
far Santa Barbara's operation was $256,000; revenue was about $120,000. The
Coordinator is responsible to the Board of lSupervisors.
Position of E.I.R. officer, and operation and duties of that officer,
set out and discussed. Supervisor Richter stated he would be opposed to the Santa
Barbara County concept, but would be willing to go along with the San Luis Obispo
County concept. The Board asked how the writing of the E.I.R.s would be handled;
it was stated that one man and a clerk would be needed. Staffing discussed.
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It was felt that the E.I.R.s 6hould be prepared in such a manner that
thg,can be used in decision making in Planning matters.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, a motion of intent to create anenvironmental review deportment
was adopted, Administrative Officer was requested to bring back a proposal as to
staffing for This department and the method of financing the department, with a request
that a report on fee sichedules to help finance the department be prepared and that
this matter be placed back on the agenda for Tuesday, November 23, 1976.
and
deft
76-1895 BUDGET TRANSFERS APPROVED
• On motion of Supervisor McKlllop, seconded by Supervisor Richter and
unanimously carried, the following budget transfers were approved:
B-238 Auditor - Controller. This transfers unincumbered appropriation
balances appropriation f,-room the reserve far contingencies to•cover budgetary
cieneies for the 1975-76 fiscal year. Total amount of the transfer is
,b24,97 of which $27,020.81 comes from the reserve, but the balance from
pended funding in~other department accounts.
B-239 Auditor - Controller. This transfers additional budget deficits
'•wft in-the Health Services Agency for the 1975-76 fiscal year. Total transfer
amo~nta to $43,049.75 all of which comes from the bAlance from unexpended funding
wit in various Health Services Agency accounts. '
B-240 Auditor - Controller. This transfers appropriations to cover Public _._
Wor s-budget deficits for the 197,5-76 fiscal year. Total amount of the transfer
is 349,037.12 of which $91,157.73 comes from the road reserve, but the balance
fro, unexpended funding in other road departmentraccaunts. - '~
B-241 Auditor - Controller. This is a $421.23 inter-departmental transfer
to over the deficit in the Air Pollution Control District budget for 1975-76.
No reserve amounts needed.
B-242 Auditor - Controller. This is a $26,551.43 transfer of unincumbered
app opriation balances within the building and subdivision department of which
$7,138,60 is appropriated from overrealization of revenues to cover deficits
wit in the budget for the 1975-76 fiscal year.
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8-243 Auditor - Controller. This transfer appropriation to cover supple-
1 Manpower grogram - Ceta II budget deficiencies for the 1975'-76 fiscal
The total transfer amounts to $53:634,13, of'which $49,552.Oi comes
unanticipated federal revenues and balance from unexpended funding in other _
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B-13,Treosurer. ~24t. 63,,f*un equipment account to enable Treasurer to purchase
a micro-fiche Rn beefransferred~frory~:office•expense. •:•''' ~~ i•~ .
RECESS: 10:30
RECD NVE NED: 10:40
76-1896 APPROVE AUCTIONEER'S BOND FOR FRED J. BRISTOW
On motion o Supervisor Ric ter, se cone y Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, auctioneer's bond for Fred J. Bristow was approved for
auctions to be held at the Chico Fair grounds or other locations currently being used
for public gatherings. J
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76-1697 CONCUR WITH POLICY SUGGESTED FOR DRAiN INSTALLATION
BUY-BACK AGREEMENTS
Pu is Wor s requests confirmation that County will consider entering
into agreements for fairshare pay back to developers that put in oversize or oflkslte
installations. Clay Castleberry, Public Works Director, explained the situation,
stating ~ that the County was going to have to go to deposits some time in the future.
Board members concurred with policy suggested by Mr. Castleberry.
76-1$98 DISCUSSION: IMPROVEMENTS STANDARDS-PARCEL MAPS, SUBDIVISION
AND 51TE IMPROVEMENTS
Mr, Caste erry exp ained the problem involved in this matter. He
feels that there are some urban areas that are a little large. The areas ^rere
adopted last year. Areas discussed. Mr. Castlebery will bring back some
more rationale urban areas. Urban boundaries should be considered.
Mr. Castleberry will present soma proposals for the Board next week.
76-1899 SACRAMENTO RIVER BANK PROTECTION SITES: LETTER APPROVED
Sacramento River bank protection sites discussed. Mr. Cas#leberry
sold he would like to suggest that the $oard write a letter to the Reclamation
Board stating that they will accept the projects but that the County will be back
i7ext year with new designs, or when there is a high wa#er period. Mr. Castleberry
wil I prepare a draft of a letter for Board approval.
On motion of Supervisor Richter, sewnded by Supervisor Ladd and
unanimously carried, the Board approved the letter suggested by Supervisor Madigan
and Director of Public Works, to be signed by Chairman Cameron.
76-1900 REPORT: CAL TRANS MEETING IN CHICO
Mr. Caste rry reports on t aring held in Chico by Cal Trans.
Mr. Castleberry questioned the credibility of their plan. Fk felt that local
govemrnent needs to attend the State meeting and express their views and
indicate that the poFi~gelement is noF feasible to administer.
It was suggested that Mr. Castleberry could prepare a resolution io
be adopted by the Board and presented at the State meeting. Mr. Castleberry
wi[I prepare the resolution and present to the Board for approval.
76-1901 APPROVE REFUND OF BUILDING PERMIT FEE FOR DONALD SCHUMACHER, CHICO
Mr. Castleberry reported on the letter from Donald Schumacher, Chico,
which was referred to him last week. He recommended that the building permit fees
be refunded to him, less the plan checking fee. The plans had been checked by the
building department. Recommendation discussed.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Richter and
unanimously corned, refund of building permit fee was authorized to Mr. Donald
Schumacher, Chico, less the amount for plan checking,
76-1902 DISCUSSIONS REQUEST OF WILBUR MILLS FOR PLANNING PERMIT FEES TO
BE WAIVED
Igfr. Wilbur Mills requ~cge ~~~waiving of building permit fees for property
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of 99E at Sheldon Avenue, Gridley. This is a new commercial development.
This property is a mile from other property that has curbs and gutters.
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Mr. Castleberry stated he wnutd~ecommend to the Board that they waive
these requirements, but will understand if the Board does waive the requirements.
Discussed; no octian taken. at this time.
76-1903 DISCUSSION: PAVING AT FROC BUILDING: APPROVE REQUEST FOR PAVING
ast a rry reports on t e request or paving at t e FROC ui ing.
Ile felt there should be paving around the buildings and will look for ways of
financing the work. Paving bid has gone to bid this week. There are some funds
left in various accounts he felt could be used for this paving. Mr. Castleberry
will negotiate with the paving contractor for this work. Use of monies left
over from unexpended Funds from other paving projects could be used.
Supervisor Ladd stated he could not support this project.
It was moved by Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Richter
and carried that if there was sufficient funds left over from previous paving protects, Phis
could be used for the paving of the FROC area; intent of the Board is that public
Works was to find the money from unexpended funds for the projec#.
AYES: Supervisors Madigan, McKillop, Richter and Chairman Cameron
NOES: Supervisor Ladd
76-1904 ADOPT RESOLUTION 76-175 OF INTENTION TO ABANDON PUBLIC UTILITY
EASEMENT LOT 155, PARADISE PINES SUBDIVISION UNIT ~2
n motion o perv~sor igan, secon e y uperv~sor Richter and
unanimously carried, Resolution 76-175 of intention to abandon public utility
easement on Lot 155, Paradise Pines Subdivision, Unit ~2 was adopted, hearing
date was set for December 14, 1976 at 1:30 p.m. and the Chairman was authorized
to sign.
76-1905 REPORT: MARVIN WHITE-PLANNING COMMISIiO~N-DENIED REZOMNG
arming Commission report on t e enie rezoning ram " -R" agrieuitural-
residential) to '!C-2" (general commercial) for property located on the west side of
Neal Read, approx. 100 feet 4outh of Wayland Road, containing 3.6 acres, more or
less, Paradise, requested by Marvin White.
76-1906 TENTATIVE PARCEL MAPS REFERRED BACK TO PLANNING
tentative parce maps presents y p annmg or action were referred
back to planning Advisory Agency.
76-1907 DISCUSSION: PAVING IN THERMALITO
Supervisor La state a os a same real concern expressed concerning
the paving at Grand A~renue. He requested Mr. Castleberry to contact TID and
discuu with them the poving at that area. Mr. Castleberry stared that bids were
being opened this week and that the TID sewer protect is one of the reasons that
they are going to bid for paving. There are fib crossings That have been made
across the pavements.
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76-1906 APPEARANCE: WILBUR MILLS, REPRESENTING ED DELIGHT': WANE
REQUIREMENTS FOR IMPROVEMENTS
Wi ur Mi s, representing Ed Delight-owner of the property in
question, set out the background for their request for waiving of requirement
for improvements at this site. The property is a mile south of any curbs and
gutters; it is for amini-storage development. It is uneconomical for the
developer to install the improvements as required.
Supervisors Ladd and MciCillop have viewed the site. A copy of the
plot plan set out. Mr. Mills has checked with the State Division of Highways and
they have no other requirements that need to be met.
Expansion of the development set out. Supervisor Ladd stated that this
is a long way from any urban development and felt the requirement for improvement
should be waived.
On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and
carried, the requirement for improvement for the property being developed by
Ed Delight, south of Gridley, was waived, as requested by Mr. Mills, and that
if and when a district is formed for the installation of curbs and gutters, Mr. Delight
will become a part of said district.
AYES: Supervisors Ladd, Madigan, McKillop and Chairman Cameron
NOES: Supervisor Richter
76-1909 APPEARANCE: RUSSELL 1CNUDSON PARADISE
Russe (ICr:udson~cf'aradise; stored e•~ ad. an granted a use permit
for the operation of juice processing plant in Paradise. He received a letter
requesting that he prepare a plot plan setting out the lo:ation of his building
o*~ the property. Trees shown that will be p!a.,ted on the property as a screen
set out and discussed. Plan accepted as Exhibit A and filed with the Cleric.
76-1410 APPEARANCE: KENNETH L. CRAFT, PETITION FOR VARIANCE RE MOBILE HOME
Kenneth L. Craft, applicant, spo~lce regarding his request for a variance
to place a mob[le home on a parcel of property on Edgewood, Paradise, Background
of the request set out. He was given an affidavit to sign stating that he could place
a mobile home on the ,p~roperty• for his parents. This affidavit was recorded on
October (8,1976. He•was then told by planning that the affidavits were no longer
applicable.
Mr. Craft stated that his folks had sold their home and have purchased
a mobile home; they would like to place it on his property as quickly as possible.
He asked what he could do to secure permission to place the mobile home on his
property .
County Counsel will study the situation and discuss the matter later
in the meeting. •
76-1911 APPEARANCE: JOE G. SMETH SHAY LANE PARADISE
Mr. Joe Smlt ,S ay Lane, Paradise, stated a ad purchased a•~house on
Shay Lane in January. The map did not indicate a drainage easement. He put a
fence up over the easement to hold his dog. The first timeiit rained, his backyard
flooded into the neighbors yard. •
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Public Works stated that if he gave them an easement, they would
put in the drainage.
The 12' easement was not on the recorded map. Mr. Castleberry
explained what had been done. The Covntyi has cleaned the ditches.
Time spent discussing the problem of the easement. It was stated
that the Title Company should have found the easement. if he is blocking the
easement, he would be responsible to the•~peopie. It was felt tha fence would
have to be removed if it was blocking the flow of the water. Supervisor Richter
felt that the Title Company was liable.
No action taken.
76-1912 DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED MUNICIPAL ADVISORY~::COUNCIL FOR PARADISE
Propose Municipa Advisory Counci or Paradise discussed.
Appearing:
I. Mr. Earl Bailey, Paradise, tie stated he had been involved in
the work leading up ro this matter. Background work explained. There are
seven counties in California that have Municipal Advisory Councils.
It was fait that a hearing should be set and a comprehensive plan
developed. A study group had studied the matter of the formation and secured
information on how it should be formed.
The Board of Supervisors held an informational meeting in Paradise
on October 19. The committee and interested people Nape that the Board will
go forward with the formation of the council.
Before the Board takes official action to form this council, the people
will be informed of the date such action will be taken. Funding for this
council discussed.
2. Dick Ryan, Paradise, spoke concerning the meetings held in
regard ro the formation of the Municipal Advisory Counsel. There has been
no opposition expressed at the meetings they held in the matter.
Hearing set for November 30, 1976 at I:00 p.m.
7b-I913 REQUEST r0 CONTACT CONSULTANT TO DISCUSS COMPLETION OF
AIRPORT LAND USE PLANS f•OR CHICO AIRPORT: NO ACTION
request ro contact tonsu tart to di:Cott comp et on of airport
land use plans for Chico Airport put over to Tuesday, November~9, 1976.
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76-1914 AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF DAMAGE OR DESTROYED FURNITURE FOR WELFARE
C i Mie a son, A m~nistratrve p leer, reports tat ue ro t e Ire
at the Welfare Department, there was a loss of office equipment. This involves
desks, typewriters, etc. He would like authorization to replace these items of
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On motion of Supervisor Richter, seconded by Supervisor Madigan and
unanimously carried, the following equipment was Authorized to be purchased for
the Fraud Investigation Office at the Welfare building:
I. Typewriter desk (wood) $290.
2. Executive desks (metal) 225. each
2. Steno chairs 75. "
I. Swivel chair 155.
4 Side chairs 45. each
I Bookcase 3bSc42'icl2" 75.
5 5 drawer legal files w/locks IbS. each
I 13"electric typewriter 500.
I electric adder 350.
Total cost $2,b25.
76-1915 ADOPT ORDINANCE 176b AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE Xllf OF
CHAPTER 2 OF THE BUTTE COUNTY CODE: ZONINfGADJUSTME NT BOARD
EMERGENCY ORDINANCE SETTING MEETING TIMES
Dan B ac stow ,County Counse , presents a draft of a proposed
emergency ordinance that would eliminate the Wednesday meetings for the Board
of Zoning Adjustments. It was felt that this Zoning Board should have flexibility
in setting the meeting time.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Richter
and unanimously carried, Ordinance 1766 amending Article XIEI of Chapter 2
of the County Code was adopted and tha Chairman was authorized to sign.
7b-1916 APPROVE SETTING TIME FOR HEARING PETITION FOR VARIANCE:
MR.KENNETH CRAFT, PARADISE
Mr. B ac stoc reported on the Craft application for variance to
place a mobilehome on his property for his parents. The change was made during
the adoption of the codification ordinance. Provisions of the A-2 ordinances were
changed regarding the dwellings to be placed upon parcels of property. It is now
limited to one dwelling per parcel. The codification ordinance went into effect
upon the last day of September, 1976.
Mr. Craft has filed o.petition under the "Aunt Minnie Permit"process.
Hearing set for November 30, 1976 at II:00 a.m.
Time spent discussing the Craft property and the placement of a
mobile home on the property. Ak. Blackstock will contact the building department
so Mr. Craft can move forward with his building plans. Mr. Craft has all the
permits to build his own home an this property.
Hearing to 6e held on November 30, 1976 at II:00 a.m.
RECESS: 12;30
RECONVENED: 1:30 p.m.
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DISCUSSION: ADTHORIZS PRELIMINARY CONTRACT BETWEEN ERNST AND ERNST
Supervisor Ncitillop net out the
held with Ernst and Ernst concerning imple
County's accounting functions onto central
Supervisor McKillop made the motion to ask the Auditor to place
back onto the central computer as soon as passible the functions he removed
from Central Data Processing at the and of this last fiscal year; and to
authorize a preliminary contract be entered into between the County and the
accounting firm of Ernst and I~rnst not to eaceed $2,600 for them to meet
with the Auditor, to investigate costs of having their firm assist the
County's Date Proceeaing Aepartment and Auditor's Office is Developing
a method of economically applying the major portion of the County's
accounting €unctions onto Central Data Proceeaing or, if not feasible,
some other suggested choice of action; and that the NCR Company be
notified of our intent to cancel the 499. The motion was seconded by
Supervisor Richter.
Supervisor Madigan stated that the motion should be broken
down into two parts, one motion should be just oa the NCR 499 machine.
Chairman Cameron stated that Mr. Lawrence should be present
to discuss this matter.
' Supervisor HcKillop ~ri.thdraw his notion at this time.
Supervisor McR311op stated that the $2,600 would cover the ~
first phase of the investigation. Ernst sad Ernst would sit dawn with ~
the Auditor and with Data Processing to discuss the problems and ways '
of implementing a Data Processing system for the Auditor.
Clif Nickelson stated that 8rnst and Ernst would look et our
operation and determine how they can help us sad come uP with a system
in data processing or suggest some other way the function can be done.
Discussion of having ta.reconstract 3uly,•Augvst and-•September
data for placing back on data processing had at this time. Discussion
of back-up tapes and security had at this time.
76-1916 ADDITIONAL MATTERS PRESENrLD BY BOARD ME2ffiERS.
Supervisor Richter asked that there be a discussion of a
matter concerning medical indigent policy that was oa the agenda for
October l9, 1976. Mr. Nickelson will furaiah the Board with information
obtained from Walt Atkins, Health Services, and the Welfare.
Supervisor Madigan stated that he had received several calls
objecting to comments made by the Planning Commission, a summary of
-rhich was Printed in the Chico 8nterprise-Record.
CONTINUED DISCUSSION: AEITHORIZE PBELIIdIABY CONTRACT BETi1ESDT ERNST AND
E_R~T~-. AND. (COUNTY RE: COLiNTY ACCOUNTING FUNCTIONS A3PD DATA PROCSSSI,ON METEIODS.
Bill Lawrence, Auditor, present at this time to discuss the Ernst
and Ernst report. Mr. Lawrence presented the Board with an Inter-Departmental
Memorandum et this time. Mr. Lawrence stated thaC this is a very serious
Situation &1qd that he was as~anzious to gat the matter settled as anyone.
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time.
M acuasion of going ia~ediately back ofi the computer had at this
Diecuasioa of cancelling the NOR 499 mechiae had at this time,
Discussion of the procedures Ernst and Ernst would use in their
investigation.
On motion of Supervisor McRillop, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, a preliminary contract ~ entered into between the
Bounty and the accounting firm of Ernst and Ernst not to exceed $2,600 for
them to meet with the Auditor, to investigate costs of having their firm
assist the Oounty's Data Processing Department and Auditor's Office is
developing a method of economically applying the major portion of the
County's accounting functiaas onto central Deta Processing or, if not
feasible, some ether suggested choice of action was authorized, to be
done no later than December T, 1976.
ADDITIONAL MATTERS PRESENTED BY THE BOARD MENSERS.
Bill Lawrence, Auditor, is to prepare a letter to the Board
regarding the latter from Paradise C~nified School District.
Discussion of State Department of Water Resources letter that
was presented this morning hed at this time.
On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, the Auditor was directed to pay November end
December payments_'+md'er the State Water Supply Contract, ~~. i. r..
ADJOtTR1VMENT
There being nothing further before the Board at this time,
the meeting was adjourned at 3:03 p.m. to reconvene an Tuesday, November 9,
1976 at 9:00 e.m.
ATTEST: CLARK A. NELSON, COUNTY CLERK
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