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HomeMy WebLinkAboutM123074December 30, 1974 RECONVENED: The Board reconvened at 9:00 a.m. Present: Supervisors Cameron, Gilman, Ladd, McKillop and Chairman Madigan. Clif Nickelson, Administrative Officer; Jim Griffith, deputy County Counsel, and Clark A. Nelson, County Clerk, by Margie Catt, Board of Supervisors Clerk. Pledge of allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America. 74-1904 MINUTES:OF DECEMBER 11 and 19_, 1974 APPROVED AS MAILED On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and unanimously carried, the minutes of December 11 and 19, 1974 were approved as mailed. 74-1905 COMMUNICATIONS LeRoy Flores, Magalia. An appeal is filed to Planning Commission (3 0 J decision re variance for carport setback. Set for hearing on January 28, 1975 at 2:00 p.m. Ernest Gar r. Appeal is filed to Planning Commission denial of application 9 fos rezoning from R-3 to RT-1 on Florida Lane east of Durham ll~•° Nelson Road. Set for hearing on January 28, 1975 at 2:00 p.m. Residents of Butte Creek Canyon. Approximately 45 persons have signed a ~ J petition in opposition to the proposed Castle Rock Subdivision yc~`• in the Butte Creek Canyon area. Discussed; to be discussed again later in meeting. Referred to :Tanning Director. Robert J. Powers, Oroville. Mr. Powers requests refund of filing fees ~ ~ ~ paid in conjunction with candidacy for Butte County Superintendent ' J b of Schools. Referred to Administrative Officer to send out letter to him the same as to the other candidates requesting refund. R. Michae l Devitt, San Luis Obispo. The Attorney writes regarding alleged ~ Z'1 ~ ~ non-service of a levy. Referred to County Counsel for study. Copies to be made for Board memberso American Legion, Chico Post No. 17. Jim McMahen, commander, writes regarding G G ~'~ D the County Veterans Service office. Discussed; they will review the the Veterans Service office and will report back to the Board. County Su perintendent of Schools. The Superintendent files an amended letter b ! 0 v under date of December 19, 1974 regarding construction of new , facility for education of trainable mentally retarded. Discussed; no action taken. City of Chico. The City files materials in regard to acquisition of land at each end of Chico Municipal Airport, and the "preapplication for federal assistance." They request Board approval for this land acquisition project. Discussed; see motion following communications. City of Chho. Mayor Ringel writes regarding the City's action in securing 5/V O 0 consultant services for development of the plan under the / . Housing and Community Development Act of 1974. Discussed; felt matter should be discussed with BCAG. To be discussed later. City of Chico. The City Clerk writes regarding the scheduled discussion and / G p,~ D actian on theChico Area Planning matter. To be discussed later in the meeting. Paradise Fire Protection District. The District writes to urge reconsideration ~ of the current snow plowing policy. They forward copy of t,f Z Sr ~ District's Resolutian No. 24 requesting Che Caunty to provide adequate snow removal. Referred to Clay Castleberry for answering; he will send them a copy of the Board's policy. Chico Are a Recreation and Park District. The District replies to Mr. Blackstoclts ~ letter of October 18 regarding parking at Lindo and Longfellow Avenues. 0 0. To be discussed later in the meeting. Page 480. December 30, 1974 ,.. .\ _______---=====December 30, 1974=====---------- County of Tulare. The County sends copy of resolution urging at least six V s months delay in implementation of proposed licensing and certifica- / V ~' tion regulations. Discussed. See motion following the communications. State Department of Transportation. The Department writes regarding concern ~~ p 0 expressed by the Board regarding operation of the two-lane highway on Route 99 between Pentz Road and the Skyway. Discusaed. Mr. Castleberry will get traffic count for the past few years. Corps of Engineers. The Districk Engineer sends reply to Chairman's letter of October 29 requesting additional bank protection work on the L{I Z '~ ~ left bank of the Sacramento River near Mile 194. Discussed. Mr. Castleberry will draft letter and will bring back for Board consideration. Department of ktealth, Education, and Welfare. The San Francisco Regional d a Office acknowledges receipt of warrants covexing audited deficiencies Z, -1• under the Head Start grant for the period ending December 31, 1974, and states that the audit is now closed. Information only. United States Secretary of Transportation. The Secretary writes regarding o ~ Z ~ the "Double Up, America, Two Can Ride Cheaper Than One" and / sends brochure regarding the national carpool campaign. Information only. Alan Burchett, attorney at law, He writes requesting a two week continuance y, .p 8 of the Appeal of Planning Commission Decision regarding AP 44-03-140, f~ use permit for Raymond Krumvieda. Discussed; continued to January 14, 1974 at 2:00 p,m. Robert Brunsell, attorney at law. Proceedings for Firland Acres Assessment District, request for action. See discussion and motion later in the meeting. Co~xncil to establish the new & Sovereign State of Northern California. / O ~•p 5 Petition. No action taken. Kimshew Cemetery Aistrict. Secretary writes that their newly acquired wail ~ p O,~ 3 is now ready for use. Referred to Public Works to check to see that everything is completed and in proper order. Air Resources Board. They write concerning control of Agricultural Processing Plants. Supervisor Gilman explained this item. He ~~~ a 3 feels that the County has accomplished what they hoped to be ?j accomplished. He said that most of the activities mentioned in the letter are seasonal things. Supervisor Ladd suggested that a letter be drafted to the Air Pollution Board. Supervisor Gilman said he would be willing to draft a letter but that it might be better if Mr. Nickelson and the Air Pollution Control Officer met and prepared such a letter. Letter to be prepared. Kimberly J. Weir. He writes concerning the removal of gravel from the ~! Z.O v Sacramento River for county use. Letter read and discussedo Mr. Castleberry will acknowledge the letter. 74-1*7b6 APPROVE REQUEST OF CLTY OF CHICO: LAND ACQUISITION PRO:`.ECT ~. On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and unanimously carried, the Board approved the City of Chico land acquisition project of land at each and of Chico Municipal Airport as requested in their letter. 74-1907 SUPPORT RESOLUTION URGING SIX MONTHS DELAY IN IMPLEMENTATION OF PROPOSED LICENSING AND CERTIFICATION REGULATIONS: TULARE COUNTY RESOLUTION On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and unanimously carried, the Board expressed their support of the resolution urging at least six months delay in implementation of proposed licensing and certification regulations and requested that copies of the resolution and the Board's action be sent to our State representatives. Page 481. December 30, 1974 ______________December30j 1974====-________-__ 74-1908 DISCUSSION: CHICO AREA PLANNING Chairman Madigan opened the preliminary discussion for those who might not be able to attend the afternoon session for the discussion of the Chico area planning proposal. Appearing: 1. Loren Andrews, representing theCity of Chico. He presented a letter from Mayor Gene Ring~l which stated that he could not attend this meeting and requesting that the matter be put over to the latter part of January. He stated that the City of Chico had not received notification of this meeting until December 28th. Letter read and discussedo 2. Mrs. Barbara Copeland, Chico. She added the reminder that during January there will be a joint meeting to discuss the Chico General Plan. She suggested that consideration be given to the fact that further information will be coming out of these-meetings. Discussion was held concerning the Chico Area Planning proposal; no action taken at this time. 74-1909 APPROVE HEAD START OFFICE LEASE The lease for the calendar year 1975 for the Head Start office on Longfellow Avenue, Chico, is in the total amount of $2,040 payable at $170 monthly. Supervisor Cameron asked about the cancellation clause. Cancellation clause discussed. Discussed Page 2, paragraph 7, which states that the lesser agrees to maintain the premises. Supervisor Ladd felt that paragraph 9, concerning the insuring of the premises, should be struck. He, feels that there should be a waiver of subrogation loss, On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded bySupervisor Cameron and unanimously carried, the Head Start office lease was approved, with the ca~cell~!tion.clause being put in, and with the addition of a waiver of the subrogation loss being added to paragraph 9, and the Chairman was authorized to sign, provided that the lease with these changes is favorable to the lessee, 74-1910 APPROVE GRANT MOAIFICATION: MANPOWER PROGRAM & APPROVE PARTICIPATION , IN TITLE VI,CETA: Grant modifications have been prepared to recapture unspent categorical Manpower program funds and to redistribute these funds in the Title I Adult Program and extend PEP through June 30, 1975. Butte County has been informed of the availability of funds under CETA Title VI. This program is similar to Title II Public Service Employment and is to commence immediately. Early estimations indicate Butte County would be eligible for approximately $3 million which will create some 400 public service jobs. Mr. Nickelson explained these items. He stated that the telegram urges that the County get into the program immediately. Manpower program discussed. On motion o£ Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and unanimously carried, the following action was taken: to sign. 1. Approved the grant modifications and authorized the Chairman 2, Approved participation in Title VI, CETA; authorized the initial grant representing one-third of total funds to create county positions; and authorized expansion of the fund distribution formula under CETA Title VI Page 482. December 30, 1974. December 302 1974 to include all local public agencies on a priority basis, with the request that the requests from the non-taxing agencies be brought baclr. to the Board before action is taken on them. RECESS: 10:10 RECONVENED: 10:25 74-1911 ADOPT ORDINANCE N0. 1536 AMENDING SALARY ORDINANCE Amendment to salary ordinance discussed. This amendment adds one nurse position for the pre-school health program, one building inspector, and reclassifies several other positions. On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and unanimously carried, the second reading of the amendment to the salary ordinance was waived, Ordinance No. 1536 amending the salary ordinance was adopted and the Chairman was authorized to sign. 74-1912 WAIVE FIRST READING OF SALARY ORDINANCE AMENDMENT A salary ordinance amendment has been prepared transferring the Central Services Clerk in the Gridley building to the Sheriff's Department for administrative purposes and granting one new Superior Court Clerk position in the Clerk's office. Mr. Nickelson stated that the court clerk position was a promotional position. The funds are provided for by the Third Superior Court, Mr. Nickelson stated that the girl in Gridley will not go into the safety program. On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and unanimously carried, the first reading of the amendment to the salary ordinance was waived, 74-1913 RESOLUTION 74-162 ESTABLISHING THE COUNTY SAFETY PROGRAM ADOPTED A resolution has been prepared up-dating the County Safety Program and establishing procedures for administration of the program. This resolution has been reviewed by both department heads and the Employees` Association. Supervisor Ladd stated that in reading the resolution it seems to him this could become another paper mill. This should be pin- pointing responsibilities; it should be made clear that this paper mill activity will not starto Matter of current practice in granting employees sick leave. Mr. Nickelson explained this matter; he said it is very difficult to control. Supervisor Ladd feels that this matter should be looked at and straightened out. Chairman Madigan stated that this is the responsibility of the department head or elected official to police the matter of sick leave. Mr. Nickelson will check on the matter and will report back to the Boardo On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and unanimously carried, Resolution 74- 162establishing the County Safety Program was adopted and the Chairman was authorized to sign, 74-1914 ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS APPROVED On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and unanimously carried, the following action was taken: 1. Authorized a 90-day extension in the temporary Sergeant appointment for Al Tmhaff. Page 483. December 30, 1974 December 30, 1974 2. Approved the request of Golden Feather Fair Board to make renovations to the Flower Building and corrections of violations as prescribed by CAL-OSHA and the State Fire Marshal's Office, using personnel from the Fair and Manpower program. 3. Approved Golden Feather Fair-budget transfer 74-4, $3,415 from the unbudgeted reserve to the administration accounts to take care of salary increases approved by the Board of Directors'?-^ September and budget transfer 74-5, $2,094 from the publicity, premium and attractions accounts to utilities and building improvements accounts where they are needed to complete the budget year. 74-1915 APPROVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN COUNTY OF BUTTE & UNITID STATES POSTAL SERVICE FOR SERVICES UNDER THE FOOD STAMP PROGRAM On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor Ladd and unanimously carried, the agreement between the County o€ Butte and United States Postal Service for services under the Food Stamp Program was approved and the Chairman was authorised to sign. A letter of thanks will be written to Senator Collier and Assemblyman Davis for their help in putting the meeting together. Tim. Montgomery will also receive a letter of thanks. 74-1916 TRAVEL REQUESTS APPROVED Supervisor McTtillop felt that both the Public Works Director and Hal McDonald should attend the annual University of California Transportation and Public Works conference at Pasadena March 25 tltsough 29. 1975, but he hates to see both top men gone from the department at one time. Mr. Castleberry felt that both he and Mro McDonald should attend the conference. Supervisor Cameron said he hoped that Mr. Castleberry could bring out some points concerning Butte County's problems. Travel requests discussed, On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and unanimously carried, the following travel requests were authorized: 1. Dr. En1oe's request for two supervising nurses, Judith Delgado and Arlene Rosauer, to attend the Emergency Care Workshop in San Francisco, January 17 and 18, 1975. One nights lodging. Travel by County car. Total estimated cost for two people $152. 2. Public Works Director and Hal McDonald to attend the annual University of California Transportation and Public Works conference at Pasadena March 25 through 29, 1975. Four night's lodging. Travel by air, Total estimated cost for two $335. 74-1917 BUDGET TRANSFERS APPROVED On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded bySupervisor McKillop and unanimously carried, the following budget transfers were approved, with the deletion of 8-75: 8-71 Auditor - $200 from office expense to overtime B-72 Administration - $35 from equipment account to equipment rental B-73 Biggs Justice Court - $100 £rom public transportation and travel to professional and special services B-74 Welfare - $4,000 from direct homemaker payments to the WIN training account B-76 Manpower Program - $34,500 from extra help in the CETA I Page 484. December 30, 1974 =T_===Y=_=~-_==-December 30= 1974_==W ~_______~ youth program to contributions to other agencies in the supplemental Manpower program CETA I-Employment Development Department. B-78 Public Works Road and Bridge Construction - $15,000.is set up in the Rackerby Bridge job from unallocated bridge construction money, and another $15,000 is set up from unanticipated revenue- aid from other governmental agencies-Yuba County. B-79 General Services - $1,597 from the reserve to the General Services budget rent and leases structures and grounds account. 74-1918 APPROVE AGREEMENT WITH SHEEHAN AND ASSOCIATES The agreement with the consultants for the Housing and Community Development work has been prepared and is approved as to form and fiscal and budgetary control. Contract is for a total not to exceed $15,630. The contract does not include cost of envelopes, paper and postage for mailout and return of the questionnaire to be developed by the consultants. These costs are estimated at $1,500 to $2,000 and will be absorbed by the County. A separate letter of understanding has pr^pared outlining the costs and is also presented for Board approval. Scott Tandy and .7im Zuber, representing Sheehan and Associates., were present to discuss this agreement. Mr. Tandy said he had discussed the agreement with City of Chico and they stated that they had retained another man to do everything necessary to develop the program in Chico and this would alleviate Sheehan and Associates from doing the work in Chico. Sheehan will deduct 10% from the contract; deduction discussedo Mr. Tandy said the two consultants would work very closely together in this matter. The information Chico compi~-ies will be incorporated into the Sheehan survey. The contract will be reduced $1,200; total amount of contract would be $14,430, This would not include the amount requested for envelopes, paper and postage. On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and unanimously carried, the agreement with Sheehan and Associates was approved and the Chairman was authorized to sign, at a total amount of $14,430, for the area outside the City of Chico; approved the letter of understanding regarding the mailing costs for the survey, which are not included in the above total, 74-1919-APPROVE AGREEMENT WITkE_BUTTE COUNTY ASSOCIATION FOR RETARDED,. INC. The agreement for allocation of revenue sharing monies with the Association has been prepared and is approved as to form and fiscal and budgetary control. Total amount under agreement not to exceed $21,715, Agreement discussed. On motion of Supervisor McKillop, seconded by Supervisor Cameron and unanimously carried, the agreement with Butte County Association for Retarded, Inc., was approved and the Chairman was authorized to sign. 74-1920 APPROVE AMENDMENT TO CHICO AMBULANCE_.SERVICE CONTRACT The Mental Health Department requests Board approval of an amendment to the contract with Chico ABC Ambulance Company for "Sitters" services to the residential care facility. Utilization has exceeded expectations and present budgetary amount under the contract is not adquate. The amendment increases the amount under the agreement from $4,000 to $6,500. Amendment discussed. On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and unanimously carried, the amendment to agreement with Chico ABC Ambulance ... Page 485. December 30, 1974 _ _ _ _ _ _ - - _ _ T = _ _ - = December`30,_1974 _ _ _ _ - m = _ _ _ _ _ Service for paraprofessional services increasing the amount under the agreement to $6,500 was approved; approved transfer of $2,500 from account 110-salaries and wages to account 360-professional and specialized services to cover additional costs under the amendment and approved disbursement of funds under the amendment pending approval from the State o£ the amendment, and authorized the Chairman to sign. 74-1921 AUTHORIZE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS: FAMILY HEALTYT. SERVICES BUDGET The Family Health Services budget was for a six month period and was contingent upon additional funding from HEW. The application as approved by the Board on December 3 has been made and the grant is expected soon. On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and unanimously carried, expenditure of funds as set up in the budget pending finalization of the grant was authorized. 74-1922 DISCUSSION: COUNTY MEDICALLY INDIGENT POLICY Time spent in discussion concerning review procedure re county medically indigent policy as it relates to indigent transients and indigent illegal aliens. Dr. Enloe asked the Board what he should do about paying the hospitals. Supervisor McKillop suggested that maybe the Health Services could set up a screening committee and look at every case and handle each case individually and that a report could be given to tkte Board following their considerations. He feels that Dr. Enloe and his personnel could handle this review process. It was felt that a written policy was not desired at this time. Policy of how these cases should be handled discussed. It was agreed that Health Services should go back to July 1, 1974 and look at the cases and then decide whether they should be paid. Dr. Enloe will screen the cases and the Board will decide whether they should be paid. Dr. Enloe will bring back a report to the Board on these cases. 74-1923 ADOPT RESOLUTIONS 74-163. 74- 164 & 76-165. FIRLAND ACRES ASSESSMENT DISTRICT Robert Brunsell, attorney at law, appeared concerning proceedings in the Firland Acres Assessment District, He filed the engineer's report, plans and specifications; engineer's est.'.mate of cost, engineer's statement of method of determining benefit, notice of improvement and notice.iaviting sealed bids. He requested that resolutions be adopted, On motion of Supervisor Cameron, seconded by Supervisor McKillop and unanimously carried, the following resolutions were adopted: Resolution 74- 163- setting time and place for hearing for determining public convenience and necessity; time set but February 18; 1975 at 2:00 p.m. Resolution 74- 16/+ amending proceedings with relation to maximum interest rate Resalution 74- 165- and order preliminarily adopting Engineer's report and assessment setting public hearing thereon February I8, 1975, at 2:00 p.m. and calling for bids to be received on January 22, 1475 74-1924 APPEARANCE: PAT BORGENS-REMOVAL OF GRAVEL FROM BIDWELL RIVER FARK BY COUNTY Pat Borgens, Chico, aet out his feelings concerning the removal of gravel by the County in Bidwell River Park. He presented a.letter setting out his thoughts. Page 486. December 30, 1974 December_30,_1974 Mr. Porgens said he was not here to condemn the County's position; he was here to see if an alternate could be arrived at. They are going to make a study; they would like to make the study before the County makes a commitment to the Staten A time period was requested in which they could complete the study and they will bring the information back to the Board. His organization has been in contact with the State Department of Fish & Game; they asked them how they would feel about the County going in and getting more gravel out of the area of the old rockpiles. The State felg it would actually be beneficial in taking out some of the gravel. Time spent discussing Bidwell River Park and the taking of the gravel £rom the area. Mr. Porgens stated that the State intends to make campsites at this park; it is felt by this organization that these lands should be preserved so people can enjoy them, Supervisor Gilman said the Board appreciates Mr. Porgens concern; the area that the County takes gravel from is the area of the river bed itself. Mr. Porgens will bring this back to the Board at a later date. 74-1925 APPEARANCE OF MR. CARL HUND, CHI CO: REPRESENTING CARD-ITEMS OF CONCERN REGARDING LINDO CHANNEL Mr. Carl Hund, Chico, representing CARD, commented briefly on the matter of parking on Longfellow Avenueo The issue is whether that area should be used to provide parking. It seems to him that business people in that area have simply moved onto County land and use it for parking purposes. He felt that the area should be posted "No parking". Mr. Castleberry said these are public roads and public lands; he did not think that they should be leased to individuals. Supervisor McRillop said that if the property by Longfellow is excess property, it should be released and put back on the tax roll. Also appearing: 1. Mr. Ernest Campbell, Chico. His concern is for the proper use of public property. He said this property was to be used for the recreation and enjoyment of the people. He explained the activities that are going on along this channel. 2. Mrs. Opal Calloway. She expressed her concern regarding the safety factor. It is unsafe in the mornings when children are biking to school. Chairman Madigan asked Mr. Castleberry if he had determined the boundaries in that area. Some of the areR~in question is outside of the old Bidwell grant9 some of it is on the old County right-of-way. Mr. Castleberry said he could determine the boundaries. Mr. Castleberry said that if the County prohibited parking at this site, then they would have to prohibit parking all along the grant. way. Time spent discussing the matter of parking on the ceunty right-of- 3. Jim Lynch, a member of the Chico Playground Committee, He expressed his thoughts concerning the parking question, He said that if the area is left like it is, it will create a dangerous situation. Supervisor Gilman said th~aget4~i~ght be in arder for the staff December 30, 1974 _______________ December=30,W1974=====--_____ to take a look and then make a recommendation to the Board. Mr, Castleberry said he would like to meet with one or two of the property owners. He will contact the CARD people and take into consideration the future plans for the area. Matter put over two weeks and Mr. Castleberry will report back to the Board, 74-1926 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION: BUDGET ALLOCATIONS FOR FAIRS AND SHOWS: BOARD RE-ITERATES BUDGET ALLOCATIONS FOR AKIDMORE FOR FAIR & SHOWS Bab Nicholson, Economic Development Commission Director, was present to discuss the budget allocations for Fairs and shows. He set out the background of these fair and show exhibits and for the travel involved. Ten years ago it was decided that tourism would be of utmost interest to the County. Situation explained. It was felt that the San Francisco boat show was good publicity. The County is paying less today for tfie three fairs that they were paying before for just the State fair. Supervisor McKillop said the concern of the Board is whether the money was being well spent. Supervisor Cameron said it did not make sense to him to go down to Los Angeles and exhibit at that fair. Fair exhibits and boat show discussed. On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by5upervisor Ladd and carried, the Board reiterated the budget allocations in the Economic Development Commission budget for Mr. Akidmore for the fair exhibits and boat shows. AYES: Supervisors Gilman, Ladd, McKi1~'op and Chairman Madigan NOES: Supervisor Cameron. Supervisor McKillop stated that before Mr. ~?icholson gets away, the Board should give some guidance to the Commission for the allocated funds for the coming year. It was Felt that the funds for the Chambers of Commerce should be looked at again before budget time. The funds will be considered during budget time. RECESS: 12:00 RECONVENED: 1:45 p.m. RECESS: 1:45 to go into an executive session. RECONVENED: The Board reconvened at 2:15 following an executive session, 74-1927 PUBLIC HEARING: PETITION FOR VARIANCE: ROBERT LINN MOBILE HOME ON PROPERTY IN THERMALITO: PETITION GRANTED The public hearing on the petition for variance filed by Robert Linn to place a mobile home on property in Thermalito was held as advertised, Howard Toussaint, County Sanitarian, stated that this was a renewal of the application, He set out the background of this matter; the property is on Grand Avenue in Thermalitoo Hearing opened to the public. Appearing: no one. Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board, On motion of Supervisor Ladd, seconded by Supervisor Gilman and unanimously carried, the Board granted the petition for variance for Robert Linn to place a mobile hom on property on Grand Avenue, Thermalito, for a period of one year. Page 488.. December 30, 1974 _ _ _ ~ _ _ _ - - _ _ _ - _ = December_30,=1974 = _ ~ ~ T _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 74-1928 PUBLIC HEARING: C-E BUILDING PRODUCTS-APPEAL OF DENIAL OF USE PERMIT BY RAYMOND KRUMVIEDA: CONTINUED TO JANUARY 14th The public hearing of the C-E Building Products, appeal of denial of use permit by Raymond Krumvieda was continued to January 14, 1975 at 2:00 p.m, as requested by Alan Burchett, attorney at lawn 74-1929 HEARING: CHICO AREA PLANNING PROPOSAL: BOARD VOTES NOT IN FAVOR OF PROPOSAL The hearing on the Chico Area Planning proposal was held at this time. Chairman Madigan opened the hearing to the public. Letters from David W. Lantis and Wesley H. Dempsey were read and made apart of the .L ~ hearing. ~Q. Appearing: 1. Orrin Stratton, President of Butte County Taxpayers Association, said he felt the ground concerning this proposal has been plowed thoroughly. He said he would like to urge the Board to make a decision in this matter today. Hearing closed to the public and confined to the Board for a decision, Supervisor Gilman said he has honestly made an attempt to evaluate •the benefits received from an area planning commission. He said it has some merits but the fact that many people outside the incorporated area of Chico felt that the County Planning Commission was filling their needs and because the mechanism is already set up for the cooperation between the County and City Planning Commission, he was not in favor of the area planning proposal. Chairman Madigan said he agreed with Supervisor Gilman; he did not think it was necessary to have the area planning at this time. Supervisor Cameron set out his thoughts in the matter. He agreed with chat Supervisor Gilman had said. He said he was concerned with anything that relates Co all planning. Members of the Chico City Council ~~a asked that the Baard not do anything in a hurry today. He said he would not support any motion at this time, Supervisor McKillop said this Board did set up a committee to s_Ct with the Planning Commission and study all the ramifications of the issue. If it is the recommendation of the committee to object~to this type area planning concept, the Board should go along with, the recommendation. He did not want the Board to think that this action would be precluding any future consideration of this proposal. Letter from Mayor Ri,ngel discussed< Chairman Madigan stated that the let~_er was not on official stationaryo On motion of Supervisor Gilman, seconded by Super visor Ladd and carried, this Board moved to inform the City of Chico that this Board was not in favor of the area planning proposal at this timed AYES: Supervisors Gilman, Ladd, McKillop and Chairman Madigan NOES: Supervisor Cameron - for the reasons he has expressed. 74-1930 PUBLIC WORKS ITEMS APPROVED Call for bids for landscaping and paving of the County Library discussed. This bid has been combined with the paving and minor drainage work around the Planning and Public Works Building for bidding purposes and have been approved by the Building Committee. Supervisor McKillop felt that there could be more imagination put into the landscaping for the County Library, He said that maybe the Chamber Maids could come up with same ideas. Maybe through ua~~side thinking, the County might be able to get more originality in this planning. This item taken off agenda for present. Mr. Castleberry will contact theChamber Maids and discuss the planning of the landscaping for the Library. December 30, 1974 gaga 489.