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ANDY PICKETT
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER &
CLERK OF THE BOARD
1. CALL TO ORDER
BUTTE COUNTY
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
DECEMBER 8, 2020
9:00 AM
MEETING LOCATION
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA 95965-3380
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2. CORRECTIONS AND/OR CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
3. CONSENT AGENDA
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
STEVE LAMBERT, CHAIR, DISTRICT 4
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
DEBRA LUCERO, DISTRICT 2
TAM RITTER, DISTRICT
DOUG TEETER, VICE CHAIR, DISTRICT 5
BRUCE ALPERT, COUNTY COUNSEL
3.01 Revenue Agreement with the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) for Exotic
Pest Detection Trapping and Surveillance — The County and CDFA have participated in a long
standing agreement for placing and servicing traps for the detection and surveillance of exotic
pests considered detrimental to agriculture, horticultural landscape, and to the economy of
California. Insects may include, but are not limited to the Mediterranean Fruit Fly, Oriental Fruit
Fly, Melon Fly, Gypsy Moth, Japanese Beetle, Khapra Beetle, European Corn Borer, Plum Pox
Virus, European Grapevine Berry Moth, and other exotic pests. The Agricultural Commissioner
recommends entering into a revenue agreement with CDFA for exotic pest detection trapping
and surveillance. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed
$325,278 — action requested — APPROVE REVENUE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN. (Agriculture)
3.02 Cooperative Agreement Amendment with the California Department of Food and Agriculture
(CDFA) for the Industrial Hemp Cultivation Program for Fiscal Year (FY) 2020-21 and FY 2021-22
The Board of Supervisors approved the Cooperative Agreement with CDFA on August 25, 2020
for Fiscal Years 2020-21 and 2021-22. The State amended sections of the agreement including
removing the clause for Property Damage Claims Process and adding Property Damage and
revising the budget to remove the classification under personal services. The scope of work, the
term (which ends June 30, 2022), and the maximum amount of the agreement of $205,075
remain the same — action requested — APPROVE COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT AMENDMENT AND
AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Agriculture)
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA — DECEMBER 8, 2020
3.03 Contract with California TV, LLC for Opioid Prevention and Education Advertising — The
Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) awarded the Department of Behavioral Health grant
funding through the Strategic Prevention Frameworks (SPF) Partnerships for Success (PFS)
project, which funds opioid prevention education. The overall goal of the SPF PFS project is to
provide a comprehensive evidence -based approach in opioid prevention and education among
persons aged 12 to 25. Through a revenue agreement between DHCS and the Department, DHCS
identified agencies the Department must contract with in order to fulfill the tasks under the SPF
PFS project. California TV, LLC is one of those agencies, and provides broadcasting services in the
Chico -Redding designated market area. The goal for the program is to provide outreach and
education to the public on the harmful effects of opioid misuse. The Department has contracted
previously with California TV, LLC in 2018, 2019 and 2020 for prevention campaigns targeting
marijuana and opioid abuse. The contract provides for 2,845 television commercial spots, as
well as advertising on Facebook and Instagram. The Department recommends entering into a
contract with California TV, LLC for opioid prevention and education commercials and digital
advertising. The term of the contract is the date of execution through June 30, 2021, not -to -
exceed $162,000 — action requested — APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
3.04 Resolution Terminating The Child Support Services' Revolving Fund — In 1976, the Board of
Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 76-31, establishing the Child Support Services' Revolving
Fund to meet the needs of the business operations of the Department of Child Support Services.
Recent analysis by the Department has determined that improved operational efficiencies have
eliminated the need for the Child Support Services' Revolving Fund. The Department
recommends the Board adopt a resolution terminating the Child Support Services' Revolving
Fund — action requested — ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Child
Support Services)
3.05 Certification of Statement of Votes Cast November 3. 2020 General Presidential Election —
Pursuant to Elections Code section 15373, the County Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters
submits the Certification of the Statement of Votes Cast for any General Presidential Election for
Butte County for the November 3, 2020 General Presidential Election. The statement of votes
cast for the Butte County November 3, 2020 General Presidential Election is hereby submitted
to the Board of Supervisors — action requested — ACCEPT CERTIFICATION OF THE STATEMENT OF
VOTES CAST FOR THE NOVEMBER 3, 2020 GENERAL PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION. (Clerk -Recorder)
3.06 Resolution Honoring Supervisor Steve Lambert — The Board of Supervisors and County
department heads recommend adopting a resolution honoring Supervisor Steve Lambert upon
his conclusion of County service. Supervisor Lambert has served Butte County in his capacity as
District 4 Supervisor since 2010, faithfully serving as Chair of the Butte County Board of
Supervisors for five years — action requested — ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE VICE
CHAIR TO SIGN. (County Administration)
3.07 Resolution Recognizing Kevin Taggart Upon His Retirement from Butte County — County
Administration recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution in recognition of Kevin
Taggart, Management Analyst Principal, upon his retirement from Butte County effective
December 1, 2020, after over 14 years of service to Butte County — action requested — ADOPT
RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (County Administration)
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA - DECEMBER 8, 2020
3.08 Approval of Minutes for Board of Supervisors Meetings — Submitted for approval are minutes for
the following Board of Supervisors Meetings: the October 13, 2020 Board of Supervisors Regular
Meeting, the October 27, 2020 Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting, the November 4, 2020
Board of Supervisors Special Meeting, and the November 10, 2020 Board of Supervisors Regular
Meeting — action requested — 1) APPROVE THE OCTOBER 13, 2020, BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN; AND 2) APPROVE THE
OCTOBER 27, 2020 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REGULAR MEETING MINUTES AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN; AND 3) APPROVE THE NOVEMBER 4, 2020 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS SPECIAL
MEETING MINUTES AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN; AND 4) APPROVE THE NOVEMBER 10,
2020 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REGULAR MEETING MINUTES AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN. (County Administration)
3.09 Continuation of Local Disaster Proclamation Due to the February 2019 Storms — A local
emergency presently exists in Butte County due to the February 2019 Storms in accordance with
the proclamation made by the Chief Administrative Officer on February 28, 2019, and affirmed
and ratified by the Board of Supervisors on March 5, 2019. The local disaster proclamation
enables the County to obtain State and federal dollars to help with the recovery. The local
emergency resulting from conditions of the February 2019 Storms is still in effect. State law
requires that the Board of Supervisors review the need for continuing the local emergency every
60 days. At this point, the final duration of the emergency has not yet been determined — action
requested — 1) CONFIRM THE NEED FOR CONTINUING THE PROCLAMATION OF FEBRUARY 2019
STORM EMERGENCY; AND 2) ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (County
Administration)
3.10 Amended Program Guidelines for CalHome Disaster Assistance Housing Rehabilitation Loan
Program — The County has an unprecedented need for affordable housing in the wake of not
only the Camp Fire, which was the most destructive wildfire in California's history, but previous
fires dating back to 2017. In an effort to address the need from previous disasters, the County
applied for and has been awarded 2018 CalHome Round 1 funding for the 2017 fires, and 2019
CalHome Round 2 funding for the 2018 fires. The funds are being used to establish the Disaster
Assistance Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program. Program Guidelines outline how the program
is run at the local level and must be approved by the Department of Housing and Community
Development (HCD) and the Board of Supervisors before the program can commence. Once HCD
approves the Program Guidelines, the guidelines are brought before the Board of Supervisors for
approval. On June 11, 2019, the Board approved the Disaster Assistance Housing Rehabilitation
Loan Program, Program Guidelines for 2018 CalHome. On August 25, 2020, the Board approved
Amendment 1 to these Program Guidelines, which reflects eligibility changes that increased the
income limits for assistance to low to middle income households impacted by the 2017 fires, and
expanded eligibility to low to moderate income households not impacted by the 2017 fires. The
2019 CalHome Round 2 funding was awarded to the County on September 17, 2020, and now
needs to be incorporated into these Program Guidelines. These new proposed Program
Guidelines include the recent award of 2019 CalHome Round 2 funding with information about
the Camp Fire and updated maximum loan amount available per property of $150,000 for Round
2, and expands the use of the funds by adding terms for manufactured housing located in a
mobile home park. Additionally, the document formatting was updated for structure
consistency. County Administration recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt the amended
Program Guidelines for the 2018 and 2019 CalHome Disaster Assistance Housing Rehabilitation
Loan Program — action requested — ADOPT THE AMENDED PROGRAM GUIDELINES FOR
CALHOME DISASTER ASSISTANCE HOUSING REHABILITATION LOAN PROGRAM. (County
Administration)
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3.11 Amendment to the Conflict of Interest Code of Nord Country School — Nord Country School has
reviewed its Conflict of Interest Code and determined that it is in need of revision. The
amendment is being submitted for approval by the Board of Supervisors as the code reviewing
body. County Counsel has reviewed the amendment to the Conflict of Interest Code and deems
it to be proper— action requested — APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST
CODE OF NORD COUNTRY SCHOOL. (County Counsel)
3.12 Contract with Interwest Consulting Group for Building Services — The contract for building
services with Interwest Consulting Group provides ongoing building permit application
processing, building plan check, and building inspection services as needed by the Department
of Development Services. Contracting building permit services allows the Department to
continue providing timely service to the public when staff resources are unavailable because of
high demand for building -related permits. On average, the contract services are used only when
the estimated processing time for plan review exceeds three weeks. Additionally, the agreement
allows the Department the option to contract for permit and inspection services during an
emergency or disaster recovery. The Department issued a Request for Proposal on September 9,
2020 and received a total of eight responses, and four firms were selected as the most qualified
for the services required. Contract negotiations is in process for these services with additional
vendors. The Department recommends entering into a contract with Interwest Consulting Group
for a term of January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2023, not -to -exceed $500,000 — action
requested —APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Development Services)
3.13 Contract with TRB and Associates, Inc. for Building Services — The contract for building services
with TRB and Associates, Inc. provides ongoing building permit application processing, building
plan check, and building inspection services as needed by the Department of Development
Services. Contracting building permit services allows the Department to continue providing
timely service to the public when staff resources are unavailable because of high demand for
building -related permits. On average, the contract services are used only when the estimated
processing time for plan review exceeds three weeks. Additionally, the agreement allows the
Department the option to contract for permit and inspection services during an emergency or
disaster recovery. The Department issued a Request for Proposal on September 9, 2020 and
received a total of eight responses, and four firms were selected as the most qualified for the
services required. Contract negotiations is in process for these services with additional vendors.
The Department recommends entering into a contract with TRB and Associates, Inc. for a term
of January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2023, not -to -exceed $500,000 — action requested —
APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Development Services)
3.14 Resolution Reco2nizin2 Jill Anchordo2uv Upon Her Retirement from the Department of
Employment and Social Services — The Director of the Department of Employment and Social
Services recommends that the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution recognizing the
retirement of Jill Anchordoguy on the occasion of her retirement on December 30, 2020, after
29 years of service to Butte County — action requested — ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE
THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Employment and Social Services)
3.15 Resolution Reco2nizin2 Mary Pugh Upon Her Retirement from the Department of EmDlovment
and Social Services — The Director of the Department of Employment and Social Services
recommends that the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution recognizing the retirement of
Mary Pugh on the occasion of her retirement on January 7, 2021, after 30 years of service to
Butte County — action requested — ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
(Employment and Social Services)
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3.16 Resolution Recognizing Stacie Reeson Upon Her Retirement from the Department of
Employment and Social Services — The Director of the Department of Employment and Social
Services recommends that the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution recognizing the
retirement of Stacie Reeson on the occasion of her retirement on December 30, 2020, after 30
years of service to Butte County — action requested — ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN. (Employment and Social Services)
3.17 Resolution Recognizing Angela Robertson Upon Her Retirement from the Department of
Employment and Social Services — The Director of the Department of Employment and Social
Services recommends that the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution recognizing the
retirement of Angela Robertson on the occasion of her retirement on December 4, 2020, after
35 years of service to Butte County — action requested — ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE
THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Employment and Social Services)
3.18 Resolution Authorizing the County to Participate in the No Place Like Home (NPLH) Program and
to Apply for additional NPLH Funding—The Department of Behavioral Health is applying for funds
through the NPLH program round three competitive allocation to develop permanent supportive
housing for individuals with severe mental health disabilities who are 18 years of age or older
and are either chronically homeless, homeless, or at -risk of chronic homelessness. The
Department, in collaboration with Pacific West Communities (PWC), is proposing to develop
Prospect View Apartments, an affordable housing apartment complex that will serve extremely
low and low-income homeless adults. The three -acre site is owned by PWC and located off
Nelson Avenue in Oroville (APN 031-150-079). This 40 -unit project consists of 36 one -bedroom
units and four two-bedroom units (one reserved for the on-site resident manager). Fifteen of the
one -bedroom units will serve NPLH eligible tenants. The Department will provide supportive
services to the 15 supportive housing tenants and submit a joint application with PWC to the
State Housing and Community Development NPLH Program. PWC will be the developer and form
a Limited Partnership and coordinate the architectural design, local project approvals, and
secure other affordable housing funding for the pre -development, construction, provide project
management throughout the building and close the permanent loans. The Butte County
Affordable Housing Development Corporation will act as the Managing General Partner and own
and operate the project. A third party, Cambridge Management, Inc., will provide the property
management for the apartment complex. The Department of Behavioral Health will access the
Butte Countywide Homeless Continuum of Care's Coordinated Entry System for tenant referrals,
document NPLH eligibility for homelessness and severe mental health disabilities, and provide
supportive services NPLH eligible tenants. It is anticipated that the Department of Behavioral
Health will apply for a total of $2,734,965 in grant funds — action requested — ADOPT
RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Employment and Social Services /
Behavioral Health)
3.19 Agreement with California SAWS (CalSAWS) Consortium IV (C -IV) Joint Powers for Extension of
Ongoing Production Operations — The Department of Employment and Social Services
recommends entering into an agreement with the Consortium for the extension of ongoing
operational support for the Department's customer service center. The purpose of the
Consortium is to design, develop, operate, and maintain a software system to support the
business requirements for the administration of certain public assistance programs for member
counties, known as C -IV Project. The costs include wide area network administration, central
support for customer service center workers, and remote maintenance fee. The term of the
agreement is November 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021, not -to -exceed $154,411— action
requested — APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Employment and
Social Services)
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3.20 Resolution to Amend the Salary Ordinance - Minimum Wage Impacts— Effective January 1, 2021,
the California State Minimum Wage will increase to $14/hour. The County has twelve job
classifications that are currently below the new Minimum Wage. In order to be in compliance
with the new law, the Department of Human Resources recommends increasing the following
classifications to a range that is at or above the new Minimum Wage: Account Clerk, Cook,
Inventory Warehouse Specialist, Janitor, Landfill Maintenance Worker, Landfill Maintenance
Worker Senior, Library Assistant, Medical Records Technician, Office Specialist, Office Specialist -
C, Road Maintenance Assistant and Sheriff's Clerk I. In addition, to avoid compaction between
these classifications and the next higher classification in the series, it is recommend that those
classifications salary ranges be increased to create a minimum of a 5% differential from the
classifications impacted by the new Minimum Wage. Those classifications are: Cook Senior,
Janitor Lead, Office Specialist Senior, Office Specialist Senior -C and Sheriff's Clerk II. The
approximate total cost of these changes for FY 2020-2021 is $91,000, with $31,000 of this total
coming from the General Fund — action requested — ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN. (Human Resources)
3.21 Resolution to Amend the Salary Ordinance — The Department of Human Resources recommends
the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution amending the Salary Ordinance for the following
departments:
AUDITOR -CONTROLLER: Flexibly staff 1 current Auditor -Accountant position to include
Associate Auditor -Accountant through Financial Analyst. This change better suits the current and
future needs of the Department and is consistent with other positions in the Department. Total
allocations to remain unchanged. Initially this change will result in a cost savings, but could result
in increases in the future depending on how the position is staffed.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Delete 1 vacant flexibly staffed Administrative Analyst position. This
change is a result of a position and program reorganization within the Department. Total
allocations to decrease by 1. There is an annual savings of approximately $117,000 with the
elimination of this position.
CHILD SUPPORT SERVICES: Delete 1 vacant flexibly staffed Child Support Specialist position and
add 1 Support Services Supervisor position. This change is necessary to address the operational
and supervisory needs of the Department. Total allocations to remain unchanged. There is no
additional cost related to this change.
PROBATION: Add 1 flexibly staffed Cook position (term to end January 31, 2022). This position
is needed to backfill an allocation held by an incumbent that is out on a long-term leave. Total
allocations to increase by 1. The cost of this position is offset by salary savings.
SHERIFF'S OFFICE: Add 1 Sheriff's Lieutenant position (term to end May 1, 2021). This position
is needed to address the operational and supervisory needs of the Office. Total allocations to
increase by 1. The cost of this position is offset by salary savings.
Action requested — ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Human
Resources)
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3.22 Contract Amendment with Burnham Benefits Insurance Services (Burnham) for Employee
Benefit Consulting — Burnham provides employee benefit consulting services to the County.
These include services such as benefit development and cost management services,
underwriting and analytics, State and federal compliance services, communications, and day-to-
day support of technical issues. The Department of Human Resources recommends amending
the contract with Burnham for benefit consulting services. The current amendment extends the
term of the contract by three years through January 14, 2024. The scope of work is being reduced
to eliminate services such as wellness consulting/planning, CalPERS renewal
evaluation/marketing, and marketing materials. The annual cost for services is being reduced
from $120,000 per year to $96,000, increasing the maximum amount payable over the term by
$288,000, not -to -exceed $848,000—action requested—APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Human Resources)
3.23 Budget Adjustment, Contract Amendment with Motorola Solutions to Provide Support Services
for Radio System, and Resolution Creating a New Internal Service Fund for Butte Regional
Interoperable Communication System (BRICS) Activities — BRICS officially entered service on April
7, 2020, and is now host to over 1,000 radios from multiple County departments. It has become
an integral part of public safety communications for Butte County, and will soon be host to
partner agencies who wish to join BRICS. The Department of Information Systems recommends
amending the current support contract with Motorola to provide a better security posture for
this critical infrastructure and protect the County's investment in BRICS. The department also
recommends the Board adopt a resolution creating a new Internal Service Fund (ISF) to account
for BRICS activities and approve the budget adjustment. The budget adjustment establishes an
operating plan (budget) for the new ISF of $1,260,800; transfers the remaining cash balance
related to BRICS from the equipment placement fund to the new ISF ($1,854,262); and
recognizes the value of the non -monetary assets moving from the equipment replacement fund
to the new ISF. The total cash to be transferred to the new ISF would be $414,354 in BRICS
funding, $796,153 in current year equipment replacement collections, and $643,755 in
accumulated equipment replacement funds. The Department recommends amending the
contract with Motorola to include bi-annual software upgrades and unsupported hardware
upgrades, monthly anti-virus updates, remove routine hardware maintenance that can be
performed by departmental staff, eliminate hardware break -fix replacements, extend the term
of the contract by five years through April 6, 2031, and increase the maximum payable amount
by $2,256,149, not -to -exceed $2,850,366. All other terms remain the same — action requested —
1) APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN; 2) ADOPT
RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN; AND 3) APPROVE BUDGET ADJUSTMENT (4/5
VOTE REQUIRED). (Information Systems)
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3.24 Agreement with Chico State Enterprises for Research and Evaluation Services — In 2019, the
Probation Department entered into a grant agreement with the Board of State and Community
Corrections to utilize Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program funding for
the Community Alliance Program to provide reentry services and cognitive behavioral therapy
to help prevent probationers from substance use and gang involvement. The JAG Program
requires grantees to set-aside funding for research and evaluation efforts and grantees are
strongly encouraged to use outside evaluators to ensure objective and impartial evaluations.
Specifically, grantees are encouraged to partner with State universities or community colleges
for evaluations. Prior to proposal submission, the Department identified California State
University, Chico (CSU, Chico) as a research and evaluation partner. The Department and CSU,
Chico collaborated on the development of the proposal to ensure the goals and objectives listed
in the proposal were measurable. The Department has justified a sole -source procurement for
this agreement to comply with the grantor recommendation to partner with a State university.
The Department recommends entering into an agreement with Chico State Enterprises for
research and evaluation services as required by the JAG Program. The term of the agreement is
October 1, 2020 through December 31, 2022, not -to -exceed $102,350 — action requested —
APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Probation)
3.25 Resolution Reco2nizin2 Dennis Schmidt Upon His Retirement from the Department of Public
Works — Dennis Schmidt, Director Public Works has announced his retirement effective
December 18, 2020 from Butte County. The County wishes to recognize Dennis for his years of
dedicated public service — action requested — ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO
SIGN. (Public Works)
3.26 Budget Adjustment and Resolution to Amend the Salary Ordinance —The Department of Public
Works recommends adding one Administrative Coordinator position to the Salary Ordinance.
The position will give the Department additional administrative support including staff
development, public relations, budget and financial management, and regulatory compliance.
The administrative support is needed as the Department's projects have increased due to
disaster recovery activities and additional funding for road construction and repair. The
additional expense for the salaries and benefits will be paid from the Road Fund — action
requested — 1) APPROVE BUDGET ADJUSTMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED); AND 2) ADOPT
RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Public Works)
3.27 Budget Adjustment for North Complex Watershed Division Response and Recovery Work — The
Department of Public Works actively participated in the watershed emergency response and
supported the watershed protection working group after the North Complex Fire. The
Department staff working on this effort are funded by the Road Fund, and the expenses
associated with the watershed response and recovery efforts are not eligible Road Fund
expenses. The Department estimates expenses to support the watershed emergency response
and recovery efforts at $50,000 including a temporary fence rental for the staging area, staff and
equipment to unload and load materials for the operations, and a consultant contract that
provided guidance for the wattle deployment operation. Some expenses are eligible for disaster
reimbursement from FEMA and the State, with a typical local share of costs at 6.25%. However,
it is likely there will be no local share for this work as the first 30 days of this work are 100%
eligible. Regular help staff time is not reimbursable by disaster funding. The Department
recommends increasing appropriations to its budget unit in the General Fund to accommodate
the expenses, including the transfer to the Road Fund for staff time and equipment to support
the effort — action requested — APPROVE A BUDGET ADJUSTMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED) OF $50,000
FROM GENERAL FUND APPROPRIATION FOR CONTINGENCIES. (Public Works)
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3.28 Budget Adjustment and Contract with Larry Walker Associates, Inc. for Municipal Separate
Storm Sewer System (MS4) Administrative and Technical Services — The Department of Public
Works is responsible to manage a State Water Quality Control Board ordered MS4 Program to
promote and regulate stormwater quality of surface water runoff in urban growth areas
surrounding the City of Chico. There have been multiple updates to the regulations that require
the Department to update the program including revisions to County's development standards,
Butte County Code, as well as installation of specific infrastructure in certain areas. The technical
nature of these new regulations is best addressed by professional services to most efficiently
update the County's program. The Department solicited for these professional services and
received three Statement of Qualifications, which were ranked based on their qualifications.
Larry Walker Associates is the highest ranked firm and has demonstrated significant experience
with these regulations and administration of this program with other agencies. The Department
recommends entering into a contract with Larry Walker Associates to facilitate updates to these
regulations and program administration. The term of the contract is December 8, 2020 through
December 8, 2023, not -to -exceed $280,000. The Department expects the cost for FY 2020-21 to
be $150,000 and recommends an adjustment for the expense — action requested — 1) APPROVE
BUDGET ADJUSTMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED) FROM GENERAL FUND APPROPRIATIONS FOR
CONTINGENCIES; AND 2) APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Public
Works)
3.29 Capital Asset Purchase and Budget Adjustment for Replacement of Caterpillar 920 Wheel Loader
Destroyed in the North Complex Fire— During the North Complex Fire, a Caterpillar Wheel Loader
belonging to the Department of Public Works that was staged in the Berry Creek area was
destroyed by the fire. This is the only equipment that the Department lost in the North Complex
Fire. The County's insurance will cover the majority of the replacement costs with the exception
of a one-time, $10,000 deductible. The replacement cost is estimated at $170,000 — action
requested — 1) AUTHORIZE CAPITAL ASSET PURCHASE; AND 2) APPROVE BUDGET ADJUSTMENT
(4/5 VOTE REQUIRED). (Public Works)
3.30 Capital Asset Purchases and Budget Adjustment for Vacuum Truck and Survey Drone — The
Department of Public Works has capital asset authority of $400,000 for the purchase of a vacuum
truck in the current fiscal year. The Department has determined the estimated cost of the
vacuum truck will be approximately $500,000. The Budget Policy requires the Board of
Supervisors approve additional capital asset authority when the cost is more than 10% of the
approved authority. The Department recommends an increase in capital asset authority and
associated budget adjustment for the vacuum truck in the amount of $100,000. The Department
budgeted $11,500 for the purchase of a Survey Drone in the current fiscal year. After further
analysis and improvements in drone technology, it has been determined that the estimated cost
of the survey drone that best serves the Department's long term needs will cost approximately
$17,500, which is an increase of more than 10% and requires Board approval. The Department
recommends an increase in capital asset authority, and associated budget adjustment, for the
Survey Drone in the amount of $6,000 — action requested — 1) APPROVE CAPITAL ASSET
PURCHASES (2); AND 2) APPROVE BUDGETED ADJUSTMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED). (Public
Works)
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3.31 Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with Municipal Maintenance Equipment (MME) for Vacuum
Truck Rental —The Department of Public Works rents specialized or infrequently used equipment
to perform operations efficiently. The Department utilizes agreements with local rental yards for
obtaining additional or specialized equipment necessary to supplement County -owned
equipment, such as water trucks, bulldozers, compactors, and excavators. Specialized
equipment may not be readily available with existing rental agreements. The Department is
primarily seeking to rent a vacuum truck from MME that is not available locally. A vacuum truck
allows for the cleaning of culverts that become clogged with sediment, rocks, and vegetation.
The BPA will be utilized by the Road Maintenance Division to clean out culverts and drainage
systems in the area of the North Complex Fire and provide additional support to areas around
the County. There is a heightened need for this equipment due to potential for mud flows and
flash flooding in the burn scar area. The cost of the rental is approximately $16,000 per month.
The Department is currently in process to purchase a vacuum truck, at which point the need for
rental equipment is less. Procurement of this contract utilized the "all-inclusive" exemption to
solicitation provided in the County's Center Led Manual as the Department enters into all
available rental yards in the area. Additionally, solicitation for specialized equipment rentals can
also be exempt if comparable options do not exist. This contract falls under these exceptions to
solicitation. The Department recommends entering into a BPA with MME, which serves the area
with a regional office in Sacramento. The term of the agreement is December 8, 2020 through
December 8, 2021, not -to -exceed $250,000— action requested — APPROVE BLANKET PURCHASE
AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Public Works)
3.32 Contract with Peak Environmental for Industrial Hygiene Consulting Services for Neal Road
Recycling and Waste Facility (NRRWF) and Public Works Road Maintenance Division — The
Department of Public Works contracted with Peak Environmental Industrial Hygienist to develop
a Site Specific Health and Safety Plan (SSHSP) for the NRRWF and Road Maintenance Division
during the Camp Fire. This SSHSP is required to understand potential hazards and risks to
employees associated with removing, handling, receiving and burying fire debris from the recent
North Complex Fire as the debris can include asbestos and other hazardous materials. In order
to prepare the SSHSP, fire debris from several parcels, and specific work areas will be sampled
and analyzed. In accordance with OSHA regulations, this analysis will be used to develop personal
protective equipment requirements, including respirators for employees processing fire debris
at NRRWF and for road maintenance workers in specific areas affected by the North Complex
Fire as needed. The SSHSP may also require additional air -sampling in the fire debris
loading/unloading area and in the breathing zone of operators of equipment to determine
exposure levels for County staff. The Department has justified a sole -source procurement for this
contract to retain a continuity of care with prior wildfire events. The Department recommends
approving a contract with Peak Environmental for industrial hygiene consulting services. The
contract term is upon execution through December 31, 2020, not -to -exceed $39,850 — action
requested —APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Public Works)
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3.33 Contract Amendment with Golder Associates Inc. for Landfill Gas Well Design Professional
Services at the Neal Road Recycling and Waste Facility (NRRWF) — The Board of Supervisors
approved a Contract with Golder Associates Inc. on June 11, 2019, to provide design and
engineering services to expand the landfill gas well system by adding 11 new vertical landfill gas
wells at the NRRWF. The expansion was necessary to comply with California Air Resources Board
regulations as well as to provide Ameresco with the gas required to operate its generator at full
load. Upon completing the new vertical gas wells and collection system, and following a detailed
site review and evaluation, it was determined the NRRWF is still not in full compliance with
landfill methane requirements. The Department is planning to install four additional landfill gas
wells to comply with the requirement to expand the gas collection system within 120 calendar
days and bring the grids into compliance. The Department recommends the Board amend the
contract with Golder Associates Inc. to provide design and engineering services for the additional
wells and to address additional needs for landfill methane requirements after additional
monitoring is completed. The amendment increases the maximum payable amount by $60,000,
not -to exceed $460,000. All other terms remain the same — action requested — APPROVE
CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Public Works)
3.34 Grant Agreement with California Department of Parks and Recreation and Agreement with Butte
Meadows Hillsliders Snowmobile Club (Hillsliders) for Butte Meadows Winter Recreation — For
almost 30 years, the California Department of Parks and Recreation Off -Highway Motor Vehicle
Recreation Division's Over -the -Snow Vehicle (OSV) Green Sticker grant program has assisted
with funding of winter recreation activities in the Butte Meadows area. From 1990 to 2007, the
Sheriff's Office administered the grant program, and in 2007 the Department of Public Works
began grant administration. The term of the grant agreement with the State is upon approval
through September 30, 2024, not -to -exceed $253,360. The Hillsliders have performed the OSV
grant operations since the program's inception in 1990, and handle operational activities
including: grooming cross-country ski and snowmobile trails; plowing snow from Butte Meadows
to Jonesville staging area; clearing fallen trees and debris in the parking lot; and maintaining
restrooms at the staging area and warming hut. All these winter recreation program operations
are performed pursuant to the OSV grant requirements. The Jonesville staging area is used for
many different types of winter recreation including snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and
general recreation in the snow. The term of the agreement is upon the notice to proceed through
August 31, 2024, not -to -exceed $253,360 — action requested —1) APPROVE GRANT AGREEMENT
AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN; AND 2) APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR
TO SIGN. (Public Works)
3.35 Resolution Recognizing Scott Krelle Upon His Retirement from the Butte County Sheriff's Office
The Sheriff's Office recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution recognizing Scott
Krelle on the occasion of his retirement after 23 years of service to Butte County — action
requested — ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Sheriff -Coroner)
3.36 Resolution Recognizing Al Smith Upon his Retirement from the Butte County Sheriff's Office —
The Sheriff's Office recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution recognizing Al
Smith on the occasion of his retirement after 29 years of service to Butte County — action
requested — ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Sheriff -Coroner)
3.37 Resolution Recognizing Jay Waananen Upon his Retirement from the Butte County Sheriff's
Office —The Sheriff's Office recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution recognizing
Jay Waananen on the occasion of his retirement after 28 years of service to Butte County—action
requested — ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Sheriff -Coroner)
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3.38 Contracts with Sarah Avedschmidt, M.D. and Katherine Raven, M.D. for Forensic Pathology
Services —The County Coroner is required to perform autopsies and inquests into certain deaths
under Government Code section 27460. There are circumstances during which the Coroner must
work in consultation with a board-certified forensic pathologist certified by the American Board
of Pathology. The scope of work to be completed by the forensic pathologist varies with each
case. The Sheriff's Office published a solicitation for forensic pathology services, and in
anticipation of the completion of the New Evidence and Morgue Facility, has decided to contract
with the two forensic pathologists who responded to the solicitation to ensure continuity of
operations. The Sheriff's Office recommends entering into two contracts for forensic pathology
services: one with Dr. Sarah Avedschmidt and one with Dr. Katherine Raven. Both doctors are
board-certified forensic pathologist. The term of Dr. Avedschmidt's contract is five years from
date of execution, not -to -exceed $1,017,200. The term of Dr. Raven's contract is five years from
date of execution, not -to -exceed $525,000 — action requested — APPROVE CONTRACTS (2) AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Sheriff -Coroner)
3.39 Contract with Sentinel Offender Services (Sentinel) for the Alternate Custody Supervision (ACS)
Program — Sentinel provides individualized programming intended to change behavior and
reduce recidivism to inmates through the Sheriff's ACS Program at the Day Reporting Center
(DRC). Programs includes classes such as cognitive and life skills, moral reconation therapy, anger
management and problem resolution, substance abuse, parenting and family values, and
educational services. In addition, inmates in need of a high school diploma are offered GED
classes, and all inmates are offered training on computer literacy and job readiness. Sentinel
maintains full-time staff who work with ACS correctional deputies to direct and supervise
inmates and assist with the day-to-day operation of the DRC. Due to the nature of the service
and the complexity and length of time necessary to implement the program, the Sheriff's Office
was granted a standardization to utilize Sentinel for ACS Program services after the original
solicitation for services was completed in 2014. The Sheriff's Office recommends entering into a
contract with Sentinel for the ACS Program. The term of the contract is January 1, 2021 through
December 31, 2023, not -to -exceed $1,058,400 — action requested — APPROVE CONTRACT AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Sheriff -Coroner)
3.40 Budget Adjustment for the State of California Department of Parks and Recreation Division of
Boating and Waterways Grant — In August 2018, the Sheriff's Office received a $19,000 grant
from the California Department of Parks and Recreation Division of Boating and Waterways to
pay for training related to boating safety and boating law enforcement through October 1, 2020.
COVID-19 restrictions affected the availability of training, so the grant agreement expiration date
was extended by the State and grant funds are now available through September 2021. The
Sheriff's Office recommends a budget adjustment for the grant funding in Fiscal Year 2020-21—
action requested — APPROVE BUDGET ADJUSTMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED). (Sheriff -Coroner)
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3.41 Resolution Authorizing Temporary Transfer of Funds to School Districts (District) — Upon the
passing of the California State budget for FY 2020-21, public schools Statewide will face funding
delays of around $12.9 billion in payments. These delays are expected to start February 2021
and last through June 30, 2021. Butte County school districts could face up to $72 million dollars
of deferments. Given the deferment time span and potential dollar amount, the Treasurer was
contacted by the Butte County Office of Education (BCOE) to request the County assist with
temporary "dry period" financing to various school districts in an estimated amount of $15
million dollars. Repayment of deferments are slated to commence starting July 2021 and are
expected to be fully repaid by November 2021. The Treasurer -Tax Collector recommends the
Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution authorizing the Treasurer and Auditor -Controller,
pursuant to the provisions of the California Constitution, Article XVI, Section 6, and Education
Code sections 42620 and 85220 to provide temporary transfer of funds to school districts after
the Auditor -Controller and Treasurer -Tax Collector review and approve including confirming the
district's ability to repay the funds and availability of funds in the County Treasury — action
requested — ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Treasurer -Tax Collector's
Office)
4. REGULAR AGENDA
4.01 Boards, Commissions, and Committees
(List available at http://www.buttecountV.net/clerkoftheboard/AppointmentsList.aspx)
A. Appointments to Listed Vacancies
1. Reappointments to the Library Advisory Board (LAB) — The Board of Supervisors
established the LAB through Resolution No. 02-006 to provide the following: update and
annually maintain a strategic plan for the Butte County Library; develop and maintain a
long range library financial plan; advise the Board of Supervisors on issues and trends
impacting the Library; monitor technology that will affect the operation of the Library
and provide guidance to the Board of Supervisors; develop and oversee public relations
campaigns in support of the Library; and encourage in every possible way the
development and advancement of the public library system. The LAB is an 11 member
board composed of two members from each supervisorial district for a total of 10
members, and the County Librarian who serves as a non-voting member. All members
of the LAB are nominated by the County Librarian and appointed by the Board of
Supervisors. Currently there are no vacancies. Terms for Supervisorial Districts 1, 4, and
5 are expiring on January 4, 2021. The County Librarian recommends the Board of
Supervisors reappoint Michelle Deese and Nancy Brower as the District 1
representatives, with terms ending January 6, 2025, as well as Amy Sperske and Peggy
Schrader as the District 5 Representatives, with terms ending January 6, 2025 — action
requested — 1) REAPPOINT MICHELLE DEESE TO THE BUTTE COUNTY LIBRARY ADVISORY
BOARD AS A DISTRICT 1 REPRESENTATIVE, WITH A TERM ENDING JANUARY 6, 2025; 2)
REAPPOINT NANCY BROWER TO THE BUTTE COUNTY LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD AS A
DISTRICT 1 REPRESENTATIVE, WITH A TERM ENDING JANUARY 6, 2025; 3) REAPPOINT
AMY SPERSKE TO THE BUTTE COUNTY LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD AS A DISTRICT 5
REPRESENTATIVE, WITH A TERM ENDING JANUARY 6, 2025; 4) REAPPOINT PEGGY
SCHRADER TO THE BUTTE COUNTY LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD AS A DISTRICT 5
REPRESENTATIVE, WITH ATERM ENDING JANUARY 6, 2025. (Library Administration)
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2. Reappointments to the Forest Advisory Committee (FAC) — The Board of Supervisors
established the FAC in August of 2014 to facilitate public involvement and assist the
County in its quest to meet the guiding principles of the Butte General Plan 2030 as it
pertains to utilization and management of public lands. The FAC is comprised of five
regular members and five alternate members representing the following areas of
interest: 1) Agriculture/Timber Management; 2) Recreation — Motorized; 3) Recreation
— Non -Motorized; 4) Environmental & Watershed Management; 5) Economic/Tourism.
Terms are for four years, with half of the positions expiring every two years, which allows
for continuity of committee operations. The FAC recommends the Board of Supervisors
reappoint the following members: 1) Nick Repanich as the Recreation -Motorized
representative; 2) Thad Walker as the Economic/Tourism representative; 3) Frank
Stewart as the Alternate- Agriculture/Timber Management representative; 4) Bob Gage
as the Alternate, Recreation - Non -Motorized representative; and 5) Holly Jorgensen as
the Alternate, Environmental & Watershed Management representative. All terms end
December 31, 2025 — action requested — 1) REAPPOINT NICK REPANICH TO THE FAC AS
THE RECREATION -MOTORIZED REPRESENTATIVE, WITH A TERM ENDING DECEMBER 31,
2025; 2) REAPPOINT THAD WALKER TO THE FAC AS THE ECONOMIC/TOURISM
REPRESENTATIVE, WITH A TERM ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2025; 3) REAPPOINT FRANK
STEWART TO THE FAC AS THE ALTERNATE AGRICULTURE/TIMBER MANAGEMENT
REPRESENTATIVE, WITH ATERM ENDING DECEMBER 31,2025; 4) REAPPOINT BOB GAGE
TO THE FAC AS THE ALTERNATE RECREATION - NON -MOTORIZED REPRESENTATIVE,
WITH A TERM ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2025; AND 5) REAPPOINT HOLLY JORGENSEN TO
THE FAC AS THE ALTERNATE ENVIRONMENTAL & WATERSHED MANAGEMENT
REPRESENTATIVE, WITH ATERM ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2025. (Public Works)
3. Reappointment to the Butte County Resource Conservation District — Resource
Conservation Districts are special districts that help private landowners protect soil,
water, wildlife habitat, and other natural resources. Resource Conservation Districts
make available technical, financial and educational resources, whatever their source,
and focus or coordinate them so that they meet the needs of the local land manager
with conservation of soil, water and related natural resources. The Butte County
Resource District is governed by a five -member Board of Directors appointed by the
Board of Supervisors, with one member appointed by each supervisorial district,
comprised of local landowners, ranchers, and farmers. Terms of member of the Board
of Directors coincide with the term of the appointing Supervisor. The Butte County
Resource Conservation District requests Dave Lee, District 5 Board of Directors Member,
be reappointed to a term ending January 5, 2025 — action requested — REAPPOINT DAVE
LEE AS THE DISTRICT 5 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEMBER TO THE BUTTE COUNTY
RESOURCE CONSERVATION DISTRICT, WITH A TERM ENDING JANUARY 5, 2025. (Other
— Butte County Resource Conservation District)
B. Board Member/ Committee Reports and Board Member Comments
(Pursuant to California State law, the Board is prohibited from taking action on any item not listed on the agenda)
4.02 Update of Budget, Legislative, and Other Current Issues by the Chief Administrative Officer
A. COVID-19 Update by the Public Health Director
B. North Complex Fire Recovery Update
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4.03 CalPERS Post Retirement Employment Exemption for Kevin Taggart — The California Public
Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013 requires newly retired persons to "sit out" for
a period of 180 days before returning to work for an employer in the same retirement system
which they receive a retirement. An exemption to this rule is permitted by Government Code
section 7522.56(f)(1), if approved by the governing body in a public meeting on the regular
agenda. County Administration recommends approval of a resolution to allow the extra -help
hiring of Kevin Taggart as a Management Analyst, Principal -C. Mr. Taggart retired as a regular -
help employee on December 1, 2020, after working over 12 years for the Department and over
14 years with the County. Mr. Taggart managed a number of technical and financial tasks for the
Department including the finance system budget module, oversight of debt management, and
disaster cost reporting among others. In the last few months, the Department has been in the
process of transitioning these duties to other employees until a replacement can be hired and
trained. With Mr. Taggart's long-term experience and knowledge, he will be able to support the
employees who have taken on his duties, particularly those related to processes which only occur
once annually with the budget process, help to train his ultimate replacement, and function as a
resource to the Department. The Department is actively recruiting for this position, but has
experienced challenges in filling it. The Director of Human Resources has reviewed the facts and
concurs that the request is consistent with the Government Code section 7522.56(f)(1) — action
requested —ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (County Administration)
4.04 Employment Contract for Director -Pub I icWorks —County Administration recommends entering
into an employment contract with Josh Pack as the Director - Public Works. The term of the
contract is January 4, 2021 through January 3, 2024. The contract includes a proposed salary of
$168,908 — action requested — APPROVE EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR
TO SIGN. (County Administration)
4.05 Enforcement of the Provisions for Temoorary Housing in Chapter 53 - CamD Fire Recovery —The
Board of Supervisors directed the Department of Development Services to review the issue of
violations to the County's code for temporary housing as outlined in Chapter 53 of the County
Code, and specifically in the Magalia area. Code Enforcement conducted a thorough windshield
survey of the area and reviewed the compliance issues. Approximately 14% of the almost 6,000
parcels reviewed appear to have some type of circumstances that may constitute Code
violations. The Department will present options to the Board for consideration and direction on
further Code Enforcement specifically in the Magalia area. The options are listed below:
• Option 1: Focused enforcement effort, short-term;
• Option 2: Pro -active enforcement in area, ongoing;
• Option 3: Administrative Camping permit for 1 or 2 RVs;
• Option 4: Reconsidering the transitory time period extension; and
• Option 5: Various combinations of Options 1-4.
The Department will return to the Board with additional items for consideration including
personnel and fiscal impacts based on the direction received for this matter— action requested
— PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF. (Development Services)
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4.06 Successor Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Butte County Correctional Officers
Association -Supervisory Unit (BCCOA-Supervisory) — Over the past several months, the County
and the bargaining team for BCCOA-Supervisory have met and conferred over a successor MOU.
BCCOA-Supervisory has ratified the terms of the County's offer for a successor MOU that will
supersede and replace the current MOU that expired on October 16, 2020. Consistent with Board
direction, the agreed upon changes contained in the MOU are: 1) a one year term, 2) conduct a
classification and compensation study at an appropriate and feasible time; and 3) the addition
of a one-time Christmas Eve Holiday on December 24, 2020. This successor MOU is based on the
MOU that expired on October 16, 2020 and the only changes to the expiring agreement are those
changes agreed to above. The term of the MOU is from Board adoption through October 17,
2021 — action requested — ADOPT SUCCESSOR MOU AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
(Human Resources)
4.07 Successor Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Butte County Deputy District
Attorneys' Association (BCDDAA) — Over the past several months, the County and the bargaining
team for BCDDAA have met and conferred over a successor MOU. BCDDAA has ratified the terms
of the County's offer for a successor MOU that will supersede and replace the current MOU that
expired on November 27, 2020. Consistent with Board direction, the agreed upon changes
contained in the MOU are: 1) a term through June 30, 2021; 2) conduct a classification and
compensation study at an appropriate and feasible time; and 3) the addition of a one-time
Christmas Eve Holiday on December 24, 2020. This successor MOU is based on the MOU that
expired on November 27, 2020 and the only changes to the expiring agreement are those
changes agreed to above. The term of the MOU is from Board adoption through June 30, 2021—
action requested — ADOPT SUCCESSOR MOU AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Human
Resources)
4.08 Successor Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Butte County Probation Peace Officers
Association -Management Unit (PPOA-Mgmt) — Over the past several months, the County and
the bargaining team for PPOA-Mgmt have met and conferred over a successor MOU. PPOA-
Mgmt has ratified the terms of the County's offer for a successor MOU that will supersede and
replace the current MOU that expired on November 27, 2020. Consistent with Board direction,
the agreed upon changes contained in the MOU are: 1) a one year term; 2) conduct a
classification and compensation study at an appropriate and feasible time; and 3) the addition
of a one-time Christmas Eve Holiday on December 24, 2020. This successor MOU is based on the
MOU that expired on November 27, 2020 and the only changes to the expiring agreement are
those changes agreed to above as well as some minor cleanup of outdated language. The term
of the MOU is from Board adoption through November 27, 2021 — action requested — ADOPT
SUCCESSOR MOU AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Human Resources)
4.09 Successor Salary and Benefits Resolution for Appointed Department Heads —The County and the
Appointed Department Heads have agreed to the terms of the County's offer for a successor
Salary and Benefits resolution that will supersede and replace Resolution No. 19-006. Consistent
with Board direction, the agreed upon changes contained in the resolution are: 1) conduct a
classification and compensation study at an appropriate and feasible time; and 2) the addition
of a one-time Christmas Eve Holiday on December 24, 2020. This successor resolution only
contains the changes agreed to above. The resolution becomes effective the date of Board of
Supervisors adoption — action requested — ADOPT SUCCESSOR RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE
THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Human Resources)
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4.10 CalPERS Post Retirement Employment Exemption for Dennis Galvan — The Public Employees'
Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013 requires newly retired persons to "sit out" of at least 180
days before returning to work for an employer in the same retirement system from which they
receive a retirement allowance. An exemption to this rule is permitted by Government Code
section 7522.56 and 21224, if approved by the governing body in a public meeting on the regular
agenda. This position is necessary in order to assist in managing the Debris and Hazard Tree Right
of Entry (ROE) Program for the North Complex Fire recovery effort effective December 28, 2020.
The County anticipates needing the position for up to six months. Duties will include but are not
limited to: supervision of staff, coordinating workflow, developing work processes, and
compiling statistical information. The position reports to the Debris and Hazard Tree ROE
Incident Commander. The Director of Human Resources has reviewed the facts and concurs that
the request is consistent with the exemption permitted under Government Code section 7522.56
and 21224 — action requested — ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
(Human Resources)
4.11 CalPERS Post Retirement Employment Exemption for Angela Robertson—The Public Employees'
Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013 requires newly retired persons to "sit out" of at least 180
days before returning to work for an employer in the same retirement system from which they
receive a retirement allowance. An exemption to this rule is permitted by Government Code
section 7522.56 and 21224, if approved by the governing body in a public meeting on the regular
agenda. This position is necessary in order to assist in managing the Debris and Hazard Tree Right
of Entry (ROE) Program for the North Complex Fire recovery effort effective December 9, 2020.
The County anticipates needing the position for up to six months. Duties will include but are not
limited to: supervision of staff, coordinating workflow, developing work processes, and
compiling statistical information. The position reports to the Debris and Hazard Tree ROE
Incident Commander. The Director of Human Resources has reviewed the facts and concurs that
the request is consistent with the exemption permitted under Government Code section 7522.56
and 21224 — action requested — ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
(Human Resources)
4.12 Resolution Authorizing Durham Unified School District to Sell Bonds Directly — On November 6,
2018, voters in the District approved issuance of $19,700,000 in bonds for various purposes set
forth in the ballot to the voters pertaining to educational facilities within the District. On June
13, 2019, Series A was issued for $7,000,000. The Board of Supervisors has received a certified,
adopted copy of a resolution (District Resolution) of the Board of Trustees of the District,
authorizing the issuance of the 2nd series of bonds pursuant to the Bond Measure in an
aggregate principal amount not -to -exceed $9,000,000 to be designated the "Durham Union
School District General Obligation Bonds Election of 2018, Series B" (Bonds). The District Board
is requesting that the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution allowing the District to issue
General Obligation Bonds directly without the involvement of the Board as a conduit issuer under
Government Code section 15150 (b). Pursuant to the District Resolution, the District is formally
requesting the Auditor -Controller of the County to levy ad valorem taxes in an amount sufficient
to fulfill the requirements of the debt service schedule for the Bonds, which will be provided by
the District following the sale of the Bonds. The resolution also authorizes officers of the County
to execute any documents necessary to accomplish the transaction — action requested — ADOPT
RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Treasurer -Tax Collector's Office)
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4.13 Update on Water Issues—The Department of Water and Resource Conservation will provide the
Board of Supervisors with an update on the following water resource issues:
1. Butte County Fire Action Plan and Wildlife Mitigation Efforts - The Department is
participating in an effort lead by the Butte Fire Safe Council and the Sacramento River
Watershed Program to prepare communities for wildfire events and to recover from wildfire
events;
2. Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) Implementation Status - The
Groundwater Sustainability Plans are on track for completion by January 31, 2022. The
Department will report on the status of Groundwater Sustainability Plan development and
Management Actions and interbasin coordination; and
3. Miocene Canal - The Department will report on the status of Pacific Gas & Electric's (PG&E)
progress to restore water to the Miocene Canal.
Action requested — ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION. (Water and Resource Conservation)
4.14 PG&E Settlement Fund Follow Up and Draft Policy — Butte County received a $252 million
settlement from PG&E to compensate the County for the impacts of the Camp Fire, which was
caused by PG&E's criminal negligence. The County's net settlement revenue after attorney's fees
is $204.4 million dollars. On July 21, 2020, the Board of Supervisors directed that a new fund
called the "PG&E Settlement Fund" be established and the settlement funds be committed to
County stability, hazard mitigation, and recovery. On August 25, 2020, staff provided a number
of examples in each of the priority areas of County stability, hazard mitigation, and recovery and
sought feedback from the Board on the development of a PG&E Settlement Fund policy as well
as initiatives or projects that the Board would like additional information on. For the Board of
Supervisor's consideration, discussion, and input is a draft PG&E Settlement Fund Policy. This
policy would set the stage for the Board to consider projects and initiatives moving forward.
Additionally the Board asked for further information on a number of initiatives related to County
stability including property tax backfill, General Fund Reserves, and paying off debt which are
included in the staff report. Initial recommendations include moving forward with $55.9 million
of these initiatives as follows:
A. Dedicate up to $22 million for 10 additional years of Property Tax backfill with the maximum
backfill of $4 million in Fiscal Year 2021-22, declining by $400,000 annually;
B. Increase to the General Fund Reserve in the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Recommended Budget by
$8 million;
C. Commit $5 million to a Camp Fire audit reserve;
D. Pay off the Bangor Fire Station Debt of $0.9 million;
E. Contribute $20 million to the safety pension trust; and
F. Use available PG&E Settlement Fund cash flow for the annual prepayment of the pension
UAL payment if funds are available.
Action requested — 1) APPROVE PG&E SETTLEMENT FUND POLICY OR PROVIDE DIRECTION TO
STAFF; 2) CONSIDER STAFF'S RECOMMENDATION TO MOVE FORWARD WITH $55.9 MILLION IN
COUNTY STABILITY INITIATIVES AS DETAILED IN THE STAFF REPORT; AND 3) PROVIDE DIRECTION
TO STAFF ON OTHER PROJECTS OR INITIATIVES THE BOARD WOULD LIKE ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION ON AND/OR THE FURTHER DEVELOPMENT OF A SPENDING
PLAN FOR THE REMAINING FUNDS. (County Administration)
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4.15 Resolution Adopting a Procedure for Board of Supervisors Members to Agendize Board of
Supervisors Meeting Items — In order to standardize procedural aspects of Board of Supervisors
meetings, the Chief Administrative Officer has memorialized the current practice for Board of
Supervisors members to place items onto the Board of Supervisors agenda — action requested —
ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (County Administration)
4.16 Items Removed from the Consent Agenda for Board Consideration and Action
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND TIMED ITEMS
5.01 9:30 AM — Public Hearing — Itemized Costs and Penalties Related to Nuisance Abatement to
Record a Lien and Impose a Special Assessment (Development Services)
A. Code Enforcement Case No. CE19-01306; 0 Oro Bangor Hwy, Bangor; APN 028-200-077 — On
November 19, 2019, a Hearing Officer declared a public nuisance existed on the property
listed below. This hearing has been scheduled to authorize the Board of Supervisors to record
a special assessment and lien to recover the County's costs for Code Enforcement Case No.
CE19-01306 at 0 Oro Bangor Hwy in Bangor (APN 028-200-077) in the amount of $17,010.35
($13,000 for penalties and $4,010.35 for cost recovery). The Board considered this matter
on November 10, 2020 at which time Mr. Vinyo P. Ketsavong, a real estate broker, appeared
and stated he sold this parcel to the current owner(s), and that the hearing decision clouding
did not appear on the title report. The Board continued this matter to December 8, 2020 to
allow Mr. Ketsavong time to provide a copy of the title report to the Department of
Development Services by November 13, 2020. Mr. Ketsavong came to the Department's
office shortly after the lien hearing on November 10 and provided a copy of a Deed of Trust
to the current owner, but has not provided any documentation for the title report. No
further contact from Mr. Ketsavong has been received — action requested — APPROVE THE
PROPOSED LIEN OF $13,000 AND A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT OF $4,010.35.
Code Enforcement Case No. CE19-00603; 0 Cochise Road, Feather Falls; APN 071-280-018—
On August 8, 2019, a Hearing Officer declared a public nuisance existed on the property listed
below. This hearing has been scheduled to authorize the Board of Supervisors to record a
special assessment and lien to recover the County's costs for Code Enforcement Case No.
CE19-00603 at 0 Cochise Road in Feather Falls (APN 071-280-018) in the amount of
$98,101.45 ($90,500 for penalties and $7,601.45 for cost recovery) — action requested —
APPROVE THE PROPOSED LIEN OF $90,500 AND A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT OF $7,605.45.
C. Code Enforcement Case No. CE19-00945; 0 Big Ridge Road, Berry Creek; APN 071-020-030 —
On October 1, 2019, a Hearing Officer declared a public nuisance existed on the property
listed below. This hearing has been scheduled to authorize the Board of Supervisors to record
a special assessment and lien to recover the County's costs for Code Enforcement Case No.
CE19-00945 at 0 Big Ridge Road in Berry Creek (APN 071-020-030) in the amount of
$13,002.94 ($8,500 for penalties and $4,502.94 for cost recovery) — action requested —
APPROVE THE PROPOSED LIEN OF $8,500 AND A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT OF $4,502.94.
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D. Code Enforcement Case No. CE19-01049; 0 Union Bar Road, Feather Falls; APN 071-110-027
On October 24, 2019, a Hearing Officer declared a public nuisance existed on the property
listed below. This hearing has been scheduled to authorize the Board of Supervisors to record
a special assessment and lien to recover the County's costs for Code Enforcement Case No.
CE19-01049 at 0 Union Bar Road in Feather Falls (APN 071-110-027) in the amount of
$54,939.92 ($49,500 for penalties and $5,439.92 for cost recovery) — action requested —
APPROVE THE PROPOSED LIEN OF $49,500 AND A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT OF $5,439.92.
E. Code Enforcement Case No. CE19-01054; 0 Shane Court, Berry Creek; APN 062-710-019— On
November 5, 2019, a Hearing Officer declared a public nuisance existed on the property
listed below. This hearing has been scheduled to authorize the Board of Supervisors to record
a special assessment and lien to recover the County's costs for Code Enforcement Case No.
CE19-01054 at 0 Shane Court in Berry Creek (APN 062-710-019) in the amount of $15,101.79
($10,500 for penalties and $4,601.79 for cost recovery) — action requested — APPROVE THE
PROPOSED LIEN OF $10,500 AND A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT OF $4,601.79
Code Enforcement Case No. CE19-01163; 0 Toyon Hills Drive, Feather Falls; APN 071-280-
028 — On December 3, 2019, a Hearing Officer declared a public nuisance existed on the
property listed below. This hearing has been scheduled to authorize the Board of Supervisors
to record a special assessment and lien to recover the County's costs for Code Enforcement
Case No. CE19-01163 at 0 Toyon Hills Drive in Feather Falls (APN 071-280-028) in the amount
of $57,152.10 ($52,000 for penalties and $5,152.10 for cost recovery) — action requested —
APPROVE THE PROPOSED LIEN OF $52,000 AND A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT OF $5,152.10
G. Code Enforcement Case No. CE19-01164; 0 Blackhawk Trail, Feather Falls; APN 071-280-026
On November 13, 2019, a Hearing Officer declared a public nuisance existed on the property
listed below. This hearing has been scheduled to authorize the Board of Supervisors to record
a special assessment and lien to recover the County's costs for Code Enforcement Case No.
CE19-01164 at 0 Blackhawk Trail in Feather Falls (APN 071-280-026) in the amount of
$49,104.31 ($45,000 for penalties and $4,104.31 for cost recovery) — action requested —
APPROVE THE PROPOSED LIEN OF $45,000 AND A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT OF $4,104.31.
H. Code Enforcement Case No. CE19-00442; 48 Shane Court, Berry Creek; APN 062-710-016 —
On August 6, 2019, a Hearing Officer declared a public nuisance existed on the property
listed. This hearing has been scheduled to authorize the Board of Supervisors to record a
special assessment and lien to recover the County's costs for Code Enforcement Case No.
CE19-00442 at 48 Shane Court in Berry Creek (Assessor's Parcel Number 062-710-016) in the
amount of $124,127.54 ($104,500 for penalties and $19,627.54 for cost recovery) — action
requested — APPROVE THE PROPOSED LIEN OF $104,500 AND A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT OF
$19,627.54.
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5.02 10:10 AM — Public Hearing — Application for General Plan Amendment 1 and Rezone from
Jatinder Kullar — The applicant requests a General Plan Amendment (GPA20-0002) from an
Industrial (1) to a Commercial (C) General Plan designation, and a Rezone (REZ20-0001) from a
Heavy Industrial (HI) to a General Commercial (GC) zone on a 1.79 -acre parcel (Assessor Parcel
Number 021-170-052) located at the southwestern corner of the West Liberty Road/State Route
99 signalized intersection south of the City of Gridley. There is no commercial development
proposal associated with the project at this time. The Planning Commission considered this item
at a public hearing held on October 22, 2020, and recommended approval of the General Plan
Amendment and Rezone to the Board of Supervisors on a 5-0 vote. This amendment would be
the third General Plan Amendment in the 2020 calendar year, and its approval would not exceed
the four total amendments allowed under Government Code section 65358 (b). The Department
recommends continuing the hearing to the January 12, 2021 Board of Supervisors Meeting —
action requested — OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING AND CONTINUE THE ITEM TO THE JANUARY 12,
2021 BOARD MEETING AT 10:OOAM. (Development Services)
5.03 10:30 AM — Timed Item — Introduction of an Ordinance for a County Initiated Amendment to
Butte County Code Chapter 13 Entitled Grading and Mining to Allow an Exemption for Filling of
Soil into Previously Excavated Land after Removal of a Building Destroyed by Fire— Butte County
Code Chapter 13 Grading and Mining requires a grading permit and environmental review for
filling of soil that exceeds 50 cubic yards unless there is an exemption. Property owners whose
structures are destroyed by a fire are required to remove ash and debris which may leave an
excavated area. Filling an excavated area with soil that was created by removal of a building is
desirable and does not typically create environmental impacts, but it is not currently considered
exempt by Chapter 13 unless approved through a grading permit or approved in conjunction
with a building permit. Many property owners desire to fill the excavated area before obtaining
a building permit. California Code of Regulations Title 14, section 15304 considers filling of soil
into previously excavated land with material compatible with the natural features of the site a
minor alteration that is categorically exempt from CEQA. The proposed ordinance amends
Chapter 13 to allow property owners to fill in the excavation left by the removal of a building
without applying for a grading or building permit. Property owners must properly document
compaction at the time of future building permit issuance in accordance with current building
codes. The proposed ordinance also adds the requirement in Section 13-6 that a "Certified Storm
Water Developer" prepare and sign erosion and sediment control plans because they are
similarly qualified to produce the required plans. A licensed civil engineer is still required to
prepare and sign engineering plans, specifications, and soils engineering report. A licensed civil
engineer may also prepare erosion and sediment control plans if they hold certification for storm
water development. The proposed ordinance also removes an outdated and unnecessary
reference for the year 2007 as it applies to California Building Code — action requested — WAIVE
THE FIRST READING OF THE ORDINANCE ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNTY OF BUTTE
AMENDING ARTICLE I, ENTITLED "GRADING" OF CHAPTER 13, ENTITLED "GRADING AND
MINING" OF THE BUTTE COUNTY CODE." (Public Works)
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5.04 1:00 PM —Timed Item — 2021 State and Federal Legislative Platform Discussion — Each year, the
Board of Supervisors considers and adopts platforms establishing priorities with regard to State
and federal legislation and regulation. These platforms provide a basis for advocacy throughout
the year. The draft 2021 platforms were prepared in consultation with department heads, input
from Board members and assistance from the County's State and federal consultants. The draft
platforms continue to address issues such as public safety, health and human services, water,
public infrastructure, local government finances, and general government. In addition, the
documents contain legislative matters directly related to recovering from the numerous
disasters that the County has recently faced. Paul Yoder of Shaw/Yoder/Antwih/Schmelzer and
Lange will discuss the State platform and provide updates regarding current legislative activities
at the State level. Kristi More of The Ferguson Group will discuss the federal platform and
legislative activities at the federal level. Final State and federal platform documents will be
brought back before the Board in January for consideration based on direction provided to staff
— action requested — PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF. (County Administration)
6. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS PUBLIC COMMENT
Comments to the Board on issues and items not listed on the agenda. Presentations will be limited to five
minutes. Please note that pursuant to California State law, the Board of Supervisors is prohibited from
taking action on any item not listed on the agenda.
7. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CLOSED SESSION
7.01 Public EmDlovee EmDlovment. ADDointment. Recruitment. Performance Evaluations. Includin
Goals, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957:
A. Agricultural Commissioner
B. Behavioral Health Director
C. Chief Administrative Officer
D. Chief Probation Officer
E. Child Support Services Director
F. County Counsel
G. Development Services Director
H. Employment and Social Services Director
I. Human Resources Director
J. Information Services Director
K. Library Director
L. Public Health Director
M. Public Works Director
N. Water and Resources Conservation Director
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA - DECEMBER 8, 2020
7.02 Conference with Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6:
Negotiators: Jack Hughes, Sheri Waters, and Meegan Jessee
Employee Organizations: Teamsters - General Unit; Teamsters - Social Services Workers'
Unit; Butte County Management Employees Association; Butte
County Probation Peace Officers Association; Butte County
Probation Peace Officers Association - Management Unit;
Butte County Professional Employees' Association; Butte
County Deputy Sheriff's Association - General Unit; Butte
County Deputy Sheriff's Association -
Management/Supervisory Unit; Butte County Correctional
Officers Association - General Unit; Butte County Correctional
Officers Association - Supervisory Unit; UPEC Local 792 - Skilled
Trades Unit; Butte County Deputy District Attorneys
Association - Attorney Unit; Confidential Unit; Non -
Represented Unit; Board of Supervisors Executive Assistants
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Butte County
Department Heads
Agricultural
Commissioner:
Louie Mendoza
Assessor*:
Diane Brown
Auditor -Controller*:
Graciela Gutierrez
Behavioral Health:
Scott Kennelly
Chief Administrative
Officer:
Andy Pickett
Chief Probation Officer:
Wayne Barley
Child Support Services:
Sean Farrell
Clerk -Recorder/
Registrar of Voters*:
Candace Grubbs
County Counsel:
Bruce Alpert
Development Services:
Paula Daneluk
District Attorney*:
Mike Ramsey
Employment & Social
Services:
Shelby Boston
Fire Chief:
John Messina
General Services:
Grant Hunsicker
Human Resources:
Sheri Waters
Interim Information
Systems:
Josh Kincheloe
Library:
Narinder Sufi
Public Health:
Danette York
Public Works:
Dennis Schmidt
Sheriff -Coroner*:
Kory Honea
Treasurer -Tax Collector*
Troy Kidd
LIC Cooperative
Extension Advisor:
Luis Espino
Water & Resource
Conservation:
Paul Gosselin
*Elected Official
Information and Procedures Concerning the Agenda and
Board of Supervisors Meetings
Meeting Information:
Meetings are generally held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. Meetings start at 9:00 a.m. and are
held in the Board of Supervisors Chambers, County Administration Building, 25 County Center Drive, Oroville. At
the end of each year the Board adopts a meeting schedule for the upcoming year. Meeting dates can be changed
as a result of holidays or other events so please check the meeting calendar to be certain. Copies of the adopted
meeting calendar for the year are available in the County Administrative Office or on the Clerk of the Board
website page.
Agenda Information:
The agenda for every meeting of the Board is posted in front of the County Administration Building at least 72
hours before each meeting, and is available by mail subscription, e-mail subscription, or at the Clerk of the Board
website. A copy of the agenda and supporting materials provided to the Board of Supervisors members to
explain each agenda item (excluding documents that are not a public record within the meaning of the Public
Records Act) are available for your review at the County Administrative Office, the Chico, Oroville, and Paradise
libraries (please do not remove items from these files), and at the Clerk of the Board website. Copies of
supporting materials can be made for you at a charge to cover costs. The list of communications included with
the agenda packages is not comprehensive. Additional communications to the Board of Supervisors may have
been received but not included in the agenda supporting material. Copies of all communications received by the
Board of Supervisors (excluding documents that are not a public record within the meaning of the Public Records
Act) are available at the County Administrative Office upon request.
Agenda Format and Meeting Order:
The agenda is usually organized into the following areas and meetings generally proceed in the following order:
1. Consent Agenda: these are items that are considered routine and are handled by one motion and vote of the
Board. If you wish to discuss any item on the Consent Agenda you can either fill out a speaker card (located in
the back of the board room) and give it to the Clerk of the Board (sitting to the right of the Board) or, when the
Chair asks if there is anything anyone would like to remove from the Consent Agenda, stand and approach the
podium and request the item be removed. The removed items are discussed at the end of the Regular Agenda.
2. Regular Agenda: this is where presentations to the Board and items that require full discussion are heard. Items
removed from the Consent Agenda are discussed under this section.
3. Public Hearing and Timed Items: this is where items that are required by law to be heard as a public hearing are
set. This is the section where appeals before the Board are usually discussed. Hearings may start after the time
listed, but will never start before the time listed.
4. Public Comment: this is the area of the agenda where members of the audience may address the Board on any
matter not listed on the agenda. The Board, by law, cannot take action on any matter not listed on the agenda,
but may respond to statements or questions and provide staff direction.
5. Closed Session: the Board is authorized, by law, to meet in a closed session in certain circumstances. This area
of the agenda identifies those items that will be discussed during the closed session.
Public Participation:
It is the policy of the Board of Supervisors, and a requirement of the California Open Meetings Law, to allow
members of the public the opportunity to comment on all matters before the Board. Public participation is limited
to matters within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Board pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
The Board has adopted policy and procedures to facilitate the meeting process and conduct. A complete listing
of these policies and procedures can be found in the printed booklet agenda, obtained at the County
Administrative Office, or viewed at the Clerk of the Board website.
The Board of Supervisors is also committed to making its proceedings accessible to all residents. Individuals with
special needs should call the Clerk of the Board at 530.552.3300, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
to request disability -related modifications/accommodations, or to request materials in alternate formats. All
requests for special accommodations and/or alternative format documents must be made 48 hours prior to the
meeting.
For further information contact the:
Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
County Administration Office
25 County Center Drive, Suite 200, Oroville, CA 95965
530.552.3300
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