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STATE OF GLAIFORNIA )
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COUNTY OF BUTTE )
The Board of Supervisors met at 9:00 a.m. pursuant to adjournment.
Present: Supervisors Lemke, Madigan, Moseley, Winston and Chairman Richter.
Clif Nickelson, administrative officer; Dan Blackstock, county counsel, and
Clark A. Nelson, county clerk by Cathy Pitts, deputy clerk.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America
invocation by Supervisor Lemke
7'7-2l~1 /~ APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of upervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, the minutes of December 13, 1977 were approved as
mailed.
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and unanimously carried, the minutes of November 8, 1977, Minute Order
77-2162 were amended to read County Service Area 17 and 56 instead of
11~ and 57 with Resolution 77-177 being corrected to reflect the changes.
. Shaw, Paradise. Mr. Shaw appeals the Board of Zoning Adjustment's
denial of a use permit to operate a cabinet shop within an A-2
Ltd zone, AP 53-O11-9~., south side of Bille Road, 150 feet east
of Bowman Drive, Paradise. Set for hearing January 3, 19'78 at
10:30 a.m.
Residents on E1 Monte Avenue. A petition containing 59 signatures has
been received from residents and property owners on El Monte
Avenue in Ghico requesting that the proposed rezone from SR-1 to S-R
for property located on the west side of El ;Monte Avenue, approx-
. imately one quarter mile north of State Highway 32, AP ~.6-26-155,
Chico be denied. (Set far hearing January 3, 1978 at 10:00 a.m.}
Referred to hearing date in January.
Maxim N. Bach, Oroville. The attorney, on behalf of John Lee Taylor, files
a claim for personal injuries, denial of civil rights, etc. in
the amount of ~~.60,500. See motion following communications.
Butte County Housing Authority. L. G. Melton, executive director, requests
that the county cause a referendum to be placed on the ballot for
June 8, 1978 in order to authorize 150 units for the south Oroville
block grant area and also for the Chapmantown block grant area.
O See motion following communications.
Region C. Criminal Justice Planning Board. L. H. Casagrande, planning director,
writes concerning the proposed affirmative action policy of the
California Council on Criminal Justice. See motion following
comm,7~,; cations.
Region C - CCCJ. Mr. Casagrande forwards the Multi-Year Comprehensive Action
Plan for Region C (1978 to 1980). See discussion following
communications.
Bachman Engineering. The engineer, on behalf of Verde Vista Subdivision,
request that the hearing set for January 3, 1978 on the Corinne
Ruth Waldroop rezone be changed to January 10, 1978. Referred
to the hearing.
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Ron Graves & Associates.- The engineers, on behalf of Dixon Hardchrome, appeal
the Planning Commission's denial of their rezone to A-L0, AP 25-041-51.
Set for hearing January 10, 1978 at 930 a.m.
CSAC. The association request that the board appoint a director and alternate
for the 1978 calendar year. Supervisor Winston was appointed as
director and Supervisor Lemke as alternate. Supervisor Lemke
was appointed to replace Supervisor Moseley as alternate to
Northern California Supervisors Association.
Michael A. Caprealian. The engineer, on behalf of Mr. and Mrs. Patterson,
appeal the requirement for curbs, gutters and sidewalk on tentative
parcel map, AP 42-03-19. Set for hearing January 10, 1978 at 9:45 a.m.
Mr. and Mrs. G. O'Conner, et al. Mr. and Mrs. O'Conner write opposing the
use permit for Carl Worthington for a multi-family residence
that is under consideration by the Board of Zoning Adjustment.
Referred to the Board of Zoning Adjustment.
77-2416 ADOPT RESOLUTION 77-193: AMENDING RESOLUTION 77-116, CHANGING ZONES
IN COUNTY SERVICE AREA 13
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, Resolution 77-193 amending Resolution 77-116,
changing zones in County Service Area 13 was adopted and the Chairman
authorized to sign.
77-2417 REJECT CLAIM
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and unanimously carried, the claim of John Lee Taylor for personal injuries
denial of civil rights, etc. in the amount of X460,500 was considered a
petition to file a late claim and was rejected and referred to Counsel and
the insurance carrier.
77-2418 DIRECT COUNSEL TO PREPARE A RESOLUTION ORDERING AN ELECTION AND
CONSOLIDATION OF AN ELECTION ON JUNE 8, 1978 FOR REFERENDUM TO AUTHORIZE
150 UNITS FOR THE SOUTH OROVILLE BLOCK GRANT AREA AND CI-L4PMANTOWN BLOCK
GRANT AREA.
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and unanimously carried, Counsel was directed to prepare a resolution ordering
an election and consolidation of the election on June 8, 1978 for referendum,
to authorize 150 units for the south Oroville block grant area and also for
the Chapmantown block grant area.
77-2419 AUTHORIZE LETTER,TO CHAIRMAN RAY DAMS, CALIFORNIA COUNCIL ON CRIMINAL
JUSTICE RE: PROPOSED AFFIRMATIVE ACTION POLIGX - CCCJ
Howard Casagrande, planning director, CCCJ, stated that the
Department of Justice are changing the new guidelines to reflect labor
market instead of service population. This could cause problems on a
local level if this were implemented. The labor market or client population
refers to the inmates. Alternate b must consider the client population
in hiring practices for guards.
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and unanimously carried, a letter was authorized to be written to Chairman
Ray Davis, California Council on Criminal Justice, opposing the changes.
77-2420 DISCUSSION: MULTI-YEAR COMPREHENSIVE ACTION PLAN FOR REGION C - CCCJ (1978
TO 1980
Howard Casagrande, planning director, CCCJ, was present to discuss
the multi-year comprehensive action plan for Region C-CCCJ at this time.
Mr. Casagrande stated that his office was required by LEAA to submit their
goals and objectives over the next three years. Mr. Casagrande set out
the expenditures and plans consideration. Mr. Casagrande also set out
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the budgeting information. The statistics are compiled to show the tracking
to determine the disposition of case for both adults and juveniles'..
Mr. Casagrande gave a recap of what has happened since 1970. There
have been about 40 projects throughout the Region, with a total o£ ~1-1~2
million of LEAA program funds. Butte County has received 61 percent of the
funding. The federal LEAA program has many problems. Governor Brown has
tried to re direct the program. President Oarter is taking a big look at
the program. The Attorney General is trying to have the program revamped.
-2421 APPROVE CHANGE IN R.~'PENUE SHARING ALLOCATIONS FOR DISTRICT 5 - SUPERVISOR
LEMKE
Supervisor Lemke stated that ~.7-la.,000 was approved in the budget
for insulation of the library. Supervisor Lemke stated that he would like
to .change his proposed budget for his district.
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and unanimously carried, the proposed budget for district S for revenue
sharing alocations was changed as follows:
$12,500 Paradise Library heating and cooling conversion
~ 1,000 Paradise Library sprinkler controls & fittings
~ 6,500 £or curbs, gutters and sidewalks along the county buildings
on Elliott Road.
77-2422 AUTHORIZE LETTER REQUESTING EXTENSION OF SPEDY 1977 GRANT TO FY 1978 IN
THE AMOUNT OF X25,000
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, a letter requesting extension of SPEDY 1977 grant
funds in the amount of X25,000 be carried over for FY 1978 was authorized
and the Personne~.l7irector was authorized to sign.
77-2423 WAIVE FIRST RFApING: SALARY ORDINANCE AMENDMENT: ADDING POSITION OF
TRANSPORTATION PLANNER TO BE FUNDED THROUGH A TRANSPORTATION GRANT AND
REFLECTS THE LEGISLATIVE SALARY FOR OOURT REPORTERS -- SUPERVISORS ~E
AND WINSTON TO MEET WITH PERSONNEL DIRECTOR AND ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
R.E: RISK MANAGEMENT POSITION
Jim Rackerby, personnel director, stated that after a meeting with
Counsel and the Administrative Officer regarding the McVey report the board
should consider adding the position of risk management to the ordinance.
Supervisor Winston stated that he would like to see a committee
formed to consider the matter.'
Supervisor Lemke and Winston to meet with the Personnel Director
and Administrative Officer to consider the postion of risk management.
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Winston
and unanimously carried, the first reading i~f the salary ordinance
amendment was waived.
77-2424 AUTHORIZE AUDITOR TO BEGIN ACCRUAL OF STATE UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE
RESERVES AT .8~ OF GROOS PAYROLL; EXCEPT PSE EMPLOYEES, EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1,
1978 AND HOLD IN RESERVE UNTIL ENACTMENT OF NECESSARY STATE LEGISLATION.
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, the Auditor was authorized to begin accrual. of
State unemployment insurance reserves at .8~ of gross payroll, except PSE
employees, effective January 1, 1978 anal hold in reserve until enactment
of necessary state legislation.
77-2425 APPROVE PURCHASE OF THREE CALGULATOR.S FOR AUDITOR'S OFFICE - ESTIMATED
COST OF CALCULATORS IS X650
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and unanimously carried, the purchase of, three calculators for the Auditor's
was approved with transfer of ~b50 from the reserve author December 20 1
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77-2426 AUTHORIZE EQUIPMENT PURCHASES - CETA OFFICE: FIVE DICTAPHONES, X914.25;
50 STACKING CHAIRS, X1,987.50; FOUR EXECUTIVE CHAIRS, X513.04; THREE DESK
FILES, X655.88; AND Two DICTAPHONE STANDS, X100
On motion of Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, the following equipment purchases were authorized
for the CETA office to come from the department's remodeling budget:
five dictaphones X914.25
50 stacking chairs 1,987.50
four executive chairs 513.04
three desk files 655.88
two dictaphone stands 100.00
77-2427 APPROVE MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF CHICO -- FIRE SERVICES
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, the mutual aid fire agreement with the City of
Chico was approved and the Chairman authorized to sign.
77-24.28 ADOPT RESOLUTION 77-194: AUTHORIZING THE MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE TO
EXECUTE GRANT - COURT WORK REFERRAL PROGRAM FOR THE PERIOD JANUARY 1, 1978
THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 1978 - AUTHORIZE INTERIM FUNDING
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded b y Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, Resolution 77-194. authorizing the Municipal
Court Judge to execute the court work referral program grant for the period
January 1, 1978 through December 31, 1978 was adopted and the Chairman
authorized to sign; pending receipt of the new grant award interim funding
was authorized.
77-24.29 APPROVE CONTRACT WITH J. H. KLEINFELDER AND ASSOCIATES IN AN AMOUNT
NOT TO EXCEED ~9 350 FOR ADMINISTRATION BUILDING SPECIALTY INSPECTIONS
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, the contract with J. H. Kleinfelder and Associates
in an amount not to exceed $9,350 for the Administration Building specialty
inspections was approved and the Chairman authorized to sign.
77-2430 PUBLIC HEARING: JOHN STARKS - NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND USE PERMIT TO
ALLOW AN AUTOMOBILE DISMANTLING AND VEHICLE STORAGE YARD ON PROPERTY ZONED
"A-2" (GENERAL) LOCATED APPROX. 300 FEET 50UTH OF E. PARK AVENUE, AND APPROX.
500 FEET EAST OF SCOTT AVENUE IDENTIFIED A5 AP 46-24-14 20 & 22 CHICO
The public hearing on John Starks negative declaration and use permit
to allow an automobile dismantling and vehicle storage yard on property
zoned "A-2" (general) located approximately 300 feet south of E. Paxk Avenue,
and approximately 500 feet east of Scott Avenue, identified as AP 46-24.-14,
20 & 22, Chico was held as advertised.
Hearing on the negative declaration open to the public.
Appearing: No one.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the board.
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and unanimously carried, finding that although the proposed project could
have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant
effect in this case because the mitigation measures described below have
been added to the project and a negative declaration was accepted:
1. The auto dismantling shall be limited to daylight hours only (7:30
a.m. to 6 p.m.)
2. Any dismantled motor vehicles or motor vehicle parts shall be stacked
no higher than eight (8) feet. The fence shall be maintained in good
condition.
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Hearing on the use permit open to the public. Appearing: John
Starks. Mr. Starks stated that he had a letter from the battalion chief
of the Butte County Fire Department stating that afire hydrant was not
needed. Mr. Starks stated that the entrance to the business was on Park
Avenue and not on.Fair Street. The Fair Street entrance will not be used.
Mr. Starks is appealing the requirement for curbs, gutter and sidewalk.
Mr. Starks stated that he had a new fence with the setback within 21 feet
of the property line for a buffer and present transition. Mr. Starks
stated that he had no knowledge of the requirements when he applied for
the use permit.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the board.
Discussion of the requirement for curbs, gutter and sidewalks
had at this time.
Chairman Richter stated that he had driven past the area this
morning. The cars were parked on both sides of Fair Street. These cars
belong to the recycling center that is down, the street from the subject
property. There is a great deal of activity in the area. It is a commercial
industrial area. The road is 16 feet wide.
Supervisor Winston stated that Mr. Starks is not going to use
Fair Street. He is going to use Park Avenue.
Jim Lawson, planning director, stated that the Division of
Forestry sent a recommendation that the fire hydrant be required. The
Forestry now is saying that a hydrant is not necessary. Mr. Lawson stated
that the Division of Forestry should research the matter and make a
recommendation either for or against a hydrant.
Discussion of requiring deposits for fire hydrants had at
this time. No aotion was taken.
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and carried, the appeal of John Starks was upheld; the use permit was
approved subject to the following conditions:
1. Deed 30 ft. right-of-way from the centerline of Fair Street to the
County of Butte.
2. Requirements of Butte County Health Department.
3. The auto dismantling shall be limited to daylight hours only
(7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.).
/~. Any dismantled motor vehicles or motor vehicle parts shall be stacked
no higher than the eight (8) foot fence surrounding the property. The
shall be maintained in good condition.
5. Entrance to Fair Street shall be permanently blocked and not used
with the entrance being from Park Avenue.
Applicant must also comply with all applicable State and Local
statutes, ordinances and regulations.
AYES: Supervisors Lemke, Madigan, Moseley and Winston
NOES: Chairman Richter
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77-2/+31 PUBLIC HEARING:-BRUNO CAMPOSTRINI - PETITION FOR VARIANCE TO PROVISIONS
OF SECTION 1910 AND~OR 19-12 OF THE BUTTE COUNTY CODE FOR PLACEMENT OF A
MOBILE HOME ON AP 25-23-24, WEST SIDE OF LONE TREE EOAD, 4700 FEET FROM
PALERMO ROAD, OROVrLLE
The public hearing on the Bruno Campostrini petition for variance.
to provisions of Section 19-10 and~or 19-12 of the Butte County Gode for
placement of a mobile home on AP 25-23-24, west side of Lone Tree Road,
/+700 feet from Palermo Road, Oroville :eras held as advertised. Howard
Toussaint, sanitarian, stated that the petition was in order.
Hearing open to the public. Appearing: No one.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the board.
6n motion of Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, the petition for variance to provisions of Section
19-10 and~or 19-12 of the Butte County Code for placement of a mobile home
on AP 25-23--24, west side of Lone Tree Road, 4700 feet from Palermo Road,
Oroville for Bruno Campostrini was approved for a period of one year.
77-2432 PUBLIC HEARING: OPAL F. (BATES) STEDWELL -APPEAL OF CONDITION FIVE
ON TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP, 3 LOTS, AP 30-27-1,1, EAST SIDE OF 18TH STREET,
700 FEET SOUTH OF BIGGS AVENUE, THERMALITO
The public hearing on the Opal F. (Bates) Stedwell appeal of
condition five on tentative parcel map, three lots, AP 30-27-41, east side
of 18th Street, 700 feet south of Biggs Avenue, Thermalito was held at
this time. Clay Castleberry, public works director, stated that this
was in the sewer area of Thermalito. The Advisory Agency recommended that
the drainage deposit be posted. Mr. Castleberry set out the background
of the parcel at this time.
Hearing open to the public. Appearing: Clancey Stedwell. Mr.
Stedwell stated that he was unaware of the drainage fee when he applied
for the parcel map. Mr. Stedwell stated that the property was being
divided as a friend wanted to buy the property. Mr. Stedwell stated that
he was appealing the drainage fee.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the board.
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and carried, the appeal was upheld.
AYES: Supervisors Lemke, Madigan, Moseley and Winston
NOES: Chairman Richter
RECESS: 10:10 a.m.
RECONVENE: 10:20 a.m.
77--2.433 DISCUSSION: PROBI.~IS INVOLV.LNG FEDERAL HOUSING PROGRAMS
Discussion of problems involving federal housing programs was
held at this time. Supervisor Winston stated that he had received calls
about two weeks ago that related to problems involving low income and
elderly .housing in Butte County. Supervisor Winston stated that this
discussion was to get some insight into the problems.
Discussion open to the public. Appearing:
1. Michael Bush. Mr. Bush stated that he was representing a
number of tenants. Mr. Bush stated that on December 19, 1977 a meeting
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was held in Chico with the tenants and the Housing Authority. Mr. Bush
stated that the problems arise from one program being phased out and another
program taking its place. Mr. Bush stated that Section S is not taking
the place of Section 23. Mr. Bush stated that the people in housing have
a superior interest over the people who are on the waiting list for housing.
Mr. Bush stated that there could have been more planning by the Housing
Authority for the conversion to the other program. The main concern is
whether people are going to be evicted their housing. The intention
of the Federal HUD concern is that there need not be evictions. The
thing that is happening to the people in the Manzanita project is what
is going to happen to more than 250 or more. Ten of the tenants do not
know what is going to happen and it seems doubtful that there is going
to be adequate housing for them. The Housing Authority does not know
how to ask for the federal money for the programs. Mr. Bush stated that
the Housing Authority said that they are not getting Section 8. They
have received about 50. Mr. Bush stated that he felt the county was
entitled to as many as. the county has under Section 23. Mr. Bush stated
that HUD established a rent rate level smaller than what the current
rents were in the County. The information is furnished to them by the
Housing Authority.
2. Judith James, Butte County Coalition of Housing. Ms. James
stated that a number of fami:hes were concerned with the lack of comm,m;cations.
This has created many problems. The tenant has no dealings with the
landlord. The Housing Authority negotiate the lease and the tenants
communicate. with the Housing Authority.
3. Red Melton. Mr. Melton stated that on Manzanita there are
22 famibes involved. The landlord is not renewing his lease. Mr. Melton
set out how many people would have to be relocated.
/~. Wayne Turner. Mr. Turner stated that there is housing
for the people being relocated. Mr. Turner stated that under Section 23
the lease was negotiated and the Housing Authority placed the people.
under Section 8 the tenant is required to find an apartment and then
come to the Housing Authority. They are then qualified and are given
a certificate.
Mr. Melton stated that right now the Housing Authority does
not have Section 8 certificates. There were 107 put in for. At the
time the 107 units are funded then the certificates will be issued.
The applications are on file and have top priority.
Mr. Turner stated that the people in the project will be
given housing in other Section 23 housing until it is phased out.
Mr. Turner stated that the Housing Authority Board meetings
are open to the public. Any one can come and ask questions. Mr.
Turner stated that the board is concerned that the communication gap
exists. If there is a gap somewhere, the board will actively work to
get it corrected. Mr. Turner stated that the board has not heard from
any tenant group as of this date.
Mr. Melton stated that there are seven tenants who are not
qualified for Housing assistance. These tenants have not paid their rent.
The tenants are furnished with the grievance period. There is a hearing
and if the hearing officer agrees that they are eligible then housing will
be found for them. The rent is based on the salary and is about 25 percent.
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- Mr. TurnerWstated that the Butte County Housing Authority does "
not consider itself an open market business landlord. The authority is
responsible for providing housing for those that cannot obtain it otherwise.
There are going to be problems because of subsidy problems in rent. If
someone is disqualified they are notified and notified of the administrative
procedures to take.
Mr. Melton stated that the federal register says that the conversion
will be unit for unit on the new program.
The Administrative Officer is to arrange a meeting between
Supervisor Winston, Chairman Richter, Mr. Melton and the Chairman of the
Housing Authority Board to discuss the problem.
Supervisor Winston asked if the Housing Authority Board had been
informed of the problems before now.
Mr. Melton stated that the problems have never come to the
attention of the board. Tenants can come to the staff or the board at
any time.
Ghairman Richter asked the Housing Authority Board to investigate
and find out what the problems are and report back to the board.
Mr. Turner stated that the Housing Authority Board would be
happy to do this.
Chairman Richter stated that Congressman Johnson and HUD should
be contacted regarding the conversion of the programs.
5. Ward Gonnerly. Mr. Connerly stated that obviously there
is a problem. Mr. Connerly stated that Butte County is not getting their
fair share. Mr. Connerly stated that the board and the Housing Authority
should meet with. the HUD offices and not with. Congressman Johnson. Mr.
Connerly stated that he was willing to help the county with this matter.
Supervisor Winston, Chairman Richter, Mr. Turner and Ward
Connerly are to meet and discuss the problem.
77-24.34 APPRO1rE HOUSING WEATHERIZATION GRANT PROPOSAL IN THE AMOUNT OF X66,261
FOR A PROGRAM TO OPERATE FROM JANUARY_1 1978 THROUGH DECIl~IBER 31, 1978
On motion of Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, the housing weaterization grant proposal with
total funding requested in the amount of X66,261 for a program to operate
from January 1, 1978 through December 31, 1978 was approved and the Chairman
authorized to sign.
77-24.35 PUBLIC HEARING: AMI;NNDMENT TO CHAPMANTOWN COMMUNITX DEVET,OPMEPPr BOUNDARIES
The public hearing on the amendment to the Chapmantown community
development boundaries was held at this time.
Hearing open to the public. Appearing: No one.
Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board.
On motion of Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, the amendment to the Chapmantown community
development boundaries were accepted.
77-2/+36 DISCUSSION WITH WELFAI~ DIRECTOR CONCERNING THE DEPARTMENT'S POLICIES
AND PERSONNEL PROCEDURES
Discussion with the Welfare Director concerning the department's
policies and personnel procedures had at this time.
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Bob Crisan, welfare director, stated that he had sent the board a
memo which indicates the personnel procedures that have not been written and
where. Promotions are explained in detail with the interviewing. Mr.
Crisan stated that he did not include the clerical staff in this memo.
Chairman Richter stated that the board held hearings because of
some serious allegations about the administrative personnel. Because of
the fact in the boards opinion there were no allegations proved the board
took no action on the allegations. The one thing that did come out of the
hearings is that there is a definite lack of communications between the
administration and the personnel.
Mr. Crisan stated that anyone who is eligible for promotion must
have been in the office for six months. There is always someone available
to comment to an individual the reasons for non-promotion.
Chairman Richter stated that an effort should be made to talk to
each irLidividual that was not promoted and explain the reasons.
Mr. Crisan stated that it is difficult to indicate why an
individual was not promoted. Mr. Ciisan stated that he would rather indicate
to the individual what the department would like to see in the next promotion.
This would be done in a more constructive manner.
Chairman Richter stated that the board wants this type of policy
pursued.
Mr. Crisan stated that any employee can come into his office and
talk to him about problems at any time.
Supervisor Winston stated that the board is appreciative of
Mr. Crisans efforts in welfare.
Chairman Richter stated that there should be general staff meetings
and that either Mr. Crisan or Mr. Robinson should be present.
Mr. Crisan stated that there are daily meetings for training
sessions. Most of the meetings are on a unit level and are held on
Thursdays and Fridays.
Discussion of the testing procedures had at this time. Mr. Crisan
stated that the testing method is most inadequate. Before the merit system
in Butte County the Welfare Department was on the State Merit System.
Tim Rackerby, personnel director, stated that the testing of
employees is now in the personnel department. Mr. Rackerby stated that
a written test is used when a valid examiniation can be found. The
oral examination can be used to test an individual on the actual work
that is required. The Personnel Department is putting in as much priority
time as it can. Mr. Rackerby stated that he thinks that valid oral tests
ean be accomplished.
Mr. Crisan set out the staffing at this time. There are positions
that are vacant because the state will not pravide funding for the positions.
Mr. Crisan stated that the board has always cooperated with his department
on the positions needed. The state is not allowing for the cost of living.
Mr. Crisan stated that he would like to know of the complaint of
the personnel
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Jim Cook, BCEA, stated that he thinks that some good has come
out of the hearings. Mr. Cook stated that the Welfare Department was
different than any of the other departments. Mr. Cook stated that some
feedback from the board to the employees would give a settling effect on
them.
77-2437 WAIVE CONDITION OF CURBS, GUTTERS AND SIDEWALKS - WILLIAM FO%, FO%
ELECTRIC OROVILLE FOR BUILDING PERI~ffT
Mr. Fox stated that he would like the board's help in solving
the problem of the requirement of curbs, gutters and sidewalks on his
building permit. Mr. Fox stated that he was in the process of trying to
build a storage facility and home. Mr. Fox stated that he was informed
that he had to have an extended use permit. He is to go before the
Board of Zoning Adjustment tomorrow for this. Mr. Fox stated that he
was i the urban area o£ Oroville. His property extends between Oro-
Quincd Olive highways.
Clay Castleberry, public works director, stated that the property
is on the State Highway. Mr. Castleberry stated that he would recommend
that this be excluded from the Oroville urban area.
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and unanimously carried, the requirement for curbs, gutters and sidewalks
for the building permit for Mr. Fox was waived.
77-243$ AUTHORIZE SECOND STORY ADDITION - PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS BE DRAWN
FOR THE COMPLETION OF THE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING BY 1$,000 SQUARE FEET
IN FINISHED CONDITION.
Discussion of the second story addition to the new Administration
Building had at this time.
There are three options:
1. Build on with a shell.
2. Build the second story in finished condition.
3. Leave as it is with just one story.
It was moved by Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
that on the basis of the information the board wants, in fact, to proceed
at the preset time with the second story addition.
This would not affect the 10 percent min,~rity act.
Supervisor Lemke stated that the major cost of adding onto the
building would be the demolition. A shell would eliminate that cost.
Supervisor Winston amended his motion to state that the plans
and specifications were authorized to be drawn for the completion of the
Administration Building by 1$,000 square feet in a finished condition.
Vote on motion.
AYES: Supervisors Madigan, Moseley, Winston acid Chairman Richter
NOES: Supervisor Lemke
Motion carries.
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2439 ADOPT RESOLUTIONS 77-195, 77-19b, 77-197 & 77-198: RESOLUTIONS ORDERING
FORMATION OF MAINTENANCE DISTRICT FOR VARIOUS SUBDIVISIONS - STREET LIGHTING
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, the maintenance district concept was approved and
the following Resolutions ordering the formation of maintenance districts
for street lighting for various subdivisions were adopted and the Chairman
authorized to sign:
Resolutien 77-195 - Vista Del Cerro Street Lighting Maintenance
District
Resolution 77-196 - Crestwood Street Lighting Maintenance District
Resolution 77-1g7 ~- Lindo Garden Unit No. 3, Street Lighting Maintenance
District
Resolution 77-198 - Joshua Tree Street Lighting Maintenance District
2440 DISCUSSION OF RISK MANAGEMENT AUDIT PREPARED B`l THE FTRM OF WARREN,
McVEIGH AND GRIFFIN CONTINUED TO JANUARY 3, 1978
The discussion of Risk Management Audit prepared by the firm
of Warren, McVeigh and Griffin was continued to January 3, 1978.
2441 APPROVE BUTTE COUNTY FAIR BUDGET TRANSFER
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, a budget transfer for the Butte County Fair of
X6,550 from the reserve, with X2,879 going toward employee benefits, X688
to part-time labor, X1,311 to utilities, X800 to materials-building and
grounds, X522 to special maintenance, and X350 to attendance was approved
and the Chairman authorized to sign.
2/1,.2 APPROVE BUDGET TRANSFERS
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, the following budget transfers were approved:
B-72 Building and Grounds Maintenance. Transfers X1,500 from
the reserve to major maintenance in order to provide an appropriation for
the purchase of a replacement furnace for the Assessor's Annex (Ehmann
Building). The present furnane is operating only 50% BTU output.
B-73 Central Services - Duplicating. Transfers X14 from office
expense to memberships to increase the membership appropriation brought
about by unanticipated increase in dues for inplant printing management.
-2443 AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF LIGHT TABLE FOR PLANNING DEPARTMENT AND AUTHORIZE
TRANSFER FROM FUNDS FROM SPECIAL DEPARTMENT EgPENSE
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, purchase of a.-light table for Planning Department
was authorized and transfer from funds from special department expense
in the amount of X247 was authorized.
-244. ADOPT RESOLUTION 7'7-199: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING FAIR MARKET VALUE OF
2435 D STREET AT X27,500 - HCD
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, :.Resolution 77-199 establishing fair market value
of 2435 D Street at X27,500 was adopted and the Chairman authorized to sign.
-24k5 APPROVE VARIANCE RENEWALS
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Winston
and unanimously carried, the following variance renewals were approved
for a period of one year:
1. Ernie Katsdorn - renewal of variance to Section 19-10 and~or
19-12 of the Butte County Code for placement of a mobile home on AP 65-7-13
Magalia. Zoning. TM-5.
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2. Gerald J. Stephens - renewal of variance to Section 19-10 and~or
19-12 of the Butte County Code for placement of a mobile home at Box 123,
Stirling City, AP 59-23-002. Zoning A-2.
3. Kenneth Craft - renewal of variance to Section 19-10 and~or
19-12 of the Butte County Code for placement of a mobile home at 511/.
South Edgewood Zane, Paradise, AP 55-24-14. Zoning A-2 limited.
77-2446 ADOPT RESOLUTION 77-200: RESOLUTION GIVING NOTICE OF INTENTION TO SELL
A SINGLE PARCEL OF LAND (AP 54-12-54) AT A MINIMUM PRICE OF X20
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, Resolution 77•-200 giving notice of intention to
sell a single parcel of land (AP 54-12-54) at a minimum price of X20 was
adopted and the Chairman authorized to sign.
241,.7 APPROVE AUCTIONEERS BOND AND APPLICATION
On motion of Supervisor Moseley, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, an auctioneer's bond and application for Harry V.
Olsen was approved.
2448 DENY CLAIMS FOR REFUND OF TAXF~S PAID
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, the claims for refund of taxes paid for L. J.
and C. L. Sheppard, et al on AP 22-03-19, X46.4.50 and AP 22-03-20, X88.21
were denied.
-2449 APPROVE PUBLIC WORKS ITEMS
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, the following public Works items were approved:
1. Approved plans and specifications; Box culvert extension on
Skyway, Project No. 51261-76-4; authorize Chairman and Director of Public
Works to sign plans; adopt wage scale; and set bid opening for 11:00 a.m.
in Public Works office on January 12, 1978.
2. Authorized letter to be sent to CALTRANS urging proceeding
with State Route 32 project, Chico Creek to Sacramento Avenue.
•2450 APPROVE ESTABLISHMENT OF BIKE STUDY COMMITTEE TO ASSIST IN TRANSPORTATION
PLANNING FOR OROVILLE, CHICO AND PARADISE
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, a five member committee for Chico was approved.
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, a five member committee for Oroville was approved.
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, a five member committee for- Paradise was approved.
2451 REPORT: PROPOSAL FOR NEW LANDFILL SITE AND DESIGN
Mr. Castleberry, public works, stated that he would like to have
Mr. Stratton, Mr. Ringel and Mr. Berger study the proposal for new landfill
site and design.
•2.452 AUTHORIZE LETTER OF APPRECIATION TO GHICO STATE UNIVERSITY FOR WORK
ON PAMPHLETS FOR PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and unanimously carried, a letter of appreciation to Chico State University
for work on the pamphlets for Public Works Department was authorized.
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77-2453 REPORT OF ZONING DENIAL REC~.D RICHARD DIXON - NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND
REZONE
A report of zoning denial regarding Richard Dixon negative declaration
and rezone from "A-2" (general) to "A-10" (agricultural, 10 acre parcels)
property located on the south side of Hamilton Road, approximately 1~2 mile
east of State Hwy, 9g, identified as AP 25-041-51, containing 103 acres,
more or less, southwest of Oroville was presented to the board for information.
77-2454 REPORT OF ZDNING DENIAL REGARDING CORINNE RUTH WALDROOP - NEGATIVE
DECLARATION AND REZONE
A report o£ zoning denial regarding Corinne Ruth Waldroop negative
declaration and rezone from "SR-1" (suburban-residential, 1 acre parcels) to
"S-R" (suburban- residential) minimum size parcels, property located on the
west side o£ E1 Monte Avenue, approximately l~!{, mile north of State Hwy. 32
identified as AP 46-26-155, containing 5.23 acres, more or less, Chico was
presented to the board for information.
77--2455 ADOPT FEE SCHEDULE FOR GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENTS REQUESTED BY THE PUBLIC
On motion o£ Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, a fee schedule of X100 for General Plan amendments
requested by the public and X125 for environmental reviewras adopted.
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded b.Y Supervisor Madigan
and unanimously carried, property owners involved in General PIarL amendment
are to be notified.kay mail.
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and unanimously carried, the board policy is to pursue all possible avenues
of removing the state mandate o£ the General Plan and return it as a guide-
line.
77-2456 DISCUSSION OF ALLEGED VIOLATION OF COUNTY HEALTH CODE AND ZONING
VIOLATION ON CUMNNUNCS ROAD IN DURHAM
Jim Lawson, planning director, stated that the owner of the
property has agreed to vacate the tents and buses by January 1, 1978.
Mr. Lawson stated that it will be a wait and see situation until after
January 1, 1878.
77-2457 APPOINTMENT - CTTIZENS ADVISORY TASK FORCE FOR THE BUTTE COUNTY GENERAL
PLAN HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE
On motion o£ Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, Richard Peters was appointed a member to the
Citizens Advisory Task Force for the Butte County General Plan Housing
Element Update.
77-2458 CONFIRM RECOMMENDATIONS OF SACRAMENTO RIVER TASK FORCE POSITION PAPER
On motion of Supervisor Madigan, seconded by Supervisor Lemke
and unanimously carried, the recommendations of the Sacramento River Task
Force position paper were confirmed.
77-2 59 ADOPT POLICY AND PROCEDURE MANUAL SECTIONS 26.0 27.0 28.0 & 29.0
On motion of Supervisor Winston, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and unanimously carried, policy and procedure manual sections 26.0, 27.0,
28.0 and 29.0 were adopted.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: The board recessed at 12:50 p.m. to hold an executive
.session regarding litigation.
RECONVENE: The board reconvened at 1:00 p.m. following an executive session
regarding litigation. No action taken.
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77-21+60 DIRECT ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER TO BRING SACK A PLAN OF IMPLEMENTATION
OF A HUMAN SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Discussion of a proposed Human Services Advisory Committee held
at this time. Clif Nickelson, administrative officer, stated that the
Human Services Advisory Committee would be for the review of grant application
proposals of government programs. This would eliminate duplication of
services. The only problem would be the slowing down of the processes.
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and carried, the Administrative Officer was directed to come back with
a plan of implementation of the Human Services Advisory Committee describing
generally the particulars of those uses and some kind of program that will
create this and make an effective body to serve the Board of Supervisors.
AYES: Supervisors Lemke, Madigan, Moseley and Chairman Richter
NOES: Supervisor Winston
77-24.61 DISCUSSION: PARADISE MAC REVIEW OF ACTIVITIES PERTAINING TO PARADISE
LAND USE STUDY RECENTLY COMPLETED BY THE PLANNING COMMITTEE AND COMMUNITY
VOLUNTEERS -- APPROVE MAC ACTIVITIES FOR THE FUTURE REZONING OF PARADISE
AND FUNDING NOT TO E%CEED ~/~,500 WITH ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER TO BRING BACK
TRANSFER
Discussion of the Paradise MAC review of activities pertaining
to a Paradise land use study recently completed by the planning committee
and community volunteers had at this time. Mr. Earl Bailey, Chairman,
MAC planning committee, presented the land use study map developed for
the Paradise area. The map shows the zoning on each parcel of land and
the use that each parcel has. There were approximately five people working
on the map for about six weeks. The map is color coded to show present
useage, present zoning and A-2 zoning in the area.
Chairman Richter stated that the Board would like to commend
MAC on the work they have done on this project.
Mr. Bailey stated that MAC plans to hold hearings on each area
of Paradise regarding what zoning would be best for that area. This will
be noticed. If the proper zoning was in Paradise about 60 percent of
the problems for the board and the realtors could be eliminated. Mr.
Bailey stated that he was in favor of having property zoned before a
residential subdivision was approved.
Mr. Bailey asked that the board approve a fund not to exceed
$L~,500 for the notices and mailing of notices for the proposed rezoning
in the different areas of Paradise.
Bob Geiser, planning, stated that the Planning Commission had
reviewed the map on December $, 1977. Mr. Geiser stated that the Planning
Commission approved of the idea of going ahead and having meeting area
by area and notify the property owners. The commission felt this was
a good way for an advisory group to take some of the load off them.
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Moseley
and unanimously carried, the MAC activities for the future rezoning of
Paradise was approved and funding not to exceed $4.,500 with the Administrative
Officer to bring back a transfer was approved.
ADDITIONAL MATTER
Supervisor Moseley stated that there were a group of 54, people
who had signed up for a class in upholstry in Gridley and the class was
canceled. Supervisor Moseley asked what could be done.
Supervisor Moseley was advised that she should contact Butte
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77-2463 CLARIFY A-2 LTD DEFINITION FOF SINGLE FAMILY D~iII,LING
On motion of Supervisor Lemke, seconded by Supervisor Winston
and unanimously carried, A-2 Ltd would allow single family dwellings
including mobile homes.
77--2464 ADDITIONAL MATTER PRESENTED BY SDPERVISOR WINSTON
Supervisor Winston stated that he would like to commend Chairman
Richter on the business like way that the meetings were conducted under
his chairmanship.
•24E5 SUPERVISOR MADIGAN NOT TO RUN FOR RE--II,ECTION
Supervisor Madigan stated that he would like to make the announcement
that he would not run for supervisor in e ne election. Supervisor Madigan
will retixe at the end of this term.
ADJOURNMII~T
g Thera being nothing furthe before t~ bo l aA~this ime ' e
meetin was ad'ourned at 1:45 p.m. t reconvene on sd J a 3 1975
at 9:00 a.m.
ATTEST: CLARK A. NELSON, COUNTY CLERK
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