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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
JUNE 22, 2021
9:00 Ann
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
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
DEBRA LUCERO, DISTRICT 2
TAM RITTER, DISTRICT
TOD KIMMELSHUE, DISTRICT
DOUG TEETER, DISTRICT 5
BRUCE ALPERT, COUNTY COUNSEL
3. 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.
4. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Supervisor Comments on Consent Agenda Items
B. Adopt Consent Agenda
4.01 Agreement and Environmental Impact Report (EIR) with the U.S. Department of Agriculture
(USDA) for the Integrated Wildlife Damage Management Program for Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-22 -
The County has engaged in an ongoing Cooperative Service Agreement (CSA) and financial plan
with the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service -Wildlife Services (APHIS -WS) for non
domestic animal control services. The USDA provides non domestic animal control services such
as trapping birds, skunks, and raccoons. The USDA's Wildlife Specialist addresses the loss of
livestock, wildlife rabies, and prevention of property damage associated with predatory animals.
APHIS -WS will provide staff, supervision, administration, and equipment needed to carry out the
program. On March 4, 2021, the County published a notice of preparation of an EIR for the
project for a 30 day review period, and a scoping meeting was held on March 11, 2021. The
County received one written comment. The Draft EIR was publicly noticed on April 14, 2021 for
a 45 day public comment period, and a public hearing was held at the Board of Supervisor's
meeting on May 11, 2021. There were no written or public comments. The analysis of
environmental impacts by APHIS -WS would not result in any significant project impacts or
cumulative impacts in the County. The term of the CSA and Financial Plan is July 1, 2021 through
June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed $80,920. The Agricultural Commission recommends that the Board
of Supervisors approve the CSA and Financial Plan and certify that the EIR is adequate and
complete — action requested — 1) APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN;
AND 2) REVIEW AND CERTIFY EIR. (Agriculture)
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA -JUNE 22, 2021
4.02 Agreement with African American Family and Cultural Center (AAFCC) for Outreach Services
AAFCC integrates African American culture into the services that focus on early detection,
prevention, and awareness of mental health illness in Butte County. These services include
outreach to families, increasing access and linkage to medical care, reducing stigma associated
with mental illness, and reducing discrimination against people with mental illness. The AAFCC's
location in Southside Oroville allows for convenient community engagement in a non -
stigmatizing environment. The AAFCC was planned and designed by community residents to
address a wide array of issues, with the goal of decreasing the impact of historic and current
trauma, which impact the African American community. The AAFCC outcomes include providing
services to a minimum of 138 clients in the fiscal year, addressing the Mental Health Services Act
required strategies, managing mental illness symptoms, and improving functioning. These
services include development of various community programs including book clubs, activities in
the arts, a film festival, a talent show, and other events celebrating the culture of the African
American community. The Department of Behavioral Health recommends entering into an
agreement with AAFCC for outreach services in the Southside area of Oroville. The term of the
agreement is July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed $323,963 — action requested —
APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
4.03 Contract with California Locums, P.C. for Psychiatric Services - California Locums, P.C. is a
physician recruiting agency that provides psychiatrists for placement at hospitals and clinics on
a short term basis. Due to the shortage of psychiatrists, the Department of Behavioral Health
utilizes California Locums, P.C. to supply psychiatrists to work at various Department outpatient
clinics, either on site or via telehealth, as needed. These psychiatrists provide clinical psychiatric
service and assist the Department in meeting the required level of mental health services
available to the County. This contract is a result of a County solicitation process. The Department
recommends entering into a contract with California Locums, P.C. for the provision of psychiatric
services. The term of this contract is July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed $600,000
— action requested — APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral
Health)
4.04 Agreement with Caminar, Inc. for Vocational Rehabilitation and Property Management Services
Caminar, Inc. is a nonprofit corporation specializing in the planning, development, and operation
of vocational rehabilitation programs. It provides a range of services including employment
readiness, onsite supportive employment and employment placement assistance, connection to
the California Department of Rehabilitation, job training, and community-based employment. A
key aspect of recovery is helping individuals identify ways to live a full life, which often includes
reentry into the workforce. Caminar, Inc. provides vocational employment development. Both
Sensible Cyclery and ProTouch Cleaning and Yard Maintenance provide consumers with
opportunities to develop skills, which enable them to acquire and maintain employment.
Individuals earn paid positions that build expectations of a community job. Caminar, Inc.
outcomes include assisting a minimum of 30 clients in supported employment vocational training
per fiscal year, transition a minimum of 19 clients to community employment and/or a higher
level of vocational services per fiscal year, increase in work performance, increase in vocational
knowledge, and increase the number of participants completing/graduating the vocational
training program. The Department of Behavioral Health recommends entering into an
agreement with Caminar, Inc. for vocational and property management services. The term of
this agreement is July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed $297,745 —action requested
— APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA -JUNE 22, 2021
4.05 Contract with Cell Staff, LLC for Registered Nurses, Licensed Vocational Nurses, and Licensed
Psychiatric Technicians Services - Cell Staff, LLC is a recruiting agency that provides nursing staff,
such as registered nurses, licensed vocational nurses, and licensed psychiatric technicians, at
hospitals and clinics on a short term basis. Due to the shortage of nursing staff in the County, the
Department of Behavioral Health uses Cell Staff, LCC to supply nursing staff to work at various
Department inpatient and outpatient clinics. This contract assists the Department in meeting the
required level of mental health services available to the County. This contract is a result of a
County solicitation process. The Department recommends entering into a contract with Cell
Staff, LCC for the provision of nursing services. The term of this contract is July 1, 2021 through
June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed $170,000 — action requested — APPROVE CONTRACT AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
4.06 Agreement with Counseling Solutions for Mental Health Services - Counseling Solutions is a
nonprofit agency that provides mental health services to Butte County youth living in the foster
care system. These services include individual counseling and case management as part of the
mandated services by the State. This agreement is one of many the Department of Behavioral
Health holds with local community organizations that assist the Department in meeting the
required level of mental health services available to the county. The Department must manage
the system of care across all direct service providers to ensure services are available based on
federally mandated time and distance standards. This agreement is not measured based on the
number of clients served, but instead, serves to provide additional capacity of direct service
providers within the Department's system of care. The Department recommends entering into
an agreement with Counseling Solutions to provide mental health services to Medi -Cal eligible
children. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed
$337,032 — action requested — APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
(Behavioral Health)
4.07 Agreement with Chico State Enterprises (Foundation) for the Passages Connection Program
(Passages) -The Foundation is a private nonprofit corporation that serves as an auxiliary of the
California State University, Chico. Passages, a program supported by the Foundation, provides
information and support services to older adults and their family caregivers experiencing
significant emotional disturbances, or serious mental illness. Passages services seek to establish
a network of information, services, and supports throughout the County designed with the
unique needs of older adults in mind. The program works to reduce stigma around issues of
mental illness and treatment, promote recognition and early intervention in regard to challenges
to mental health, decrease the incidence of psychological crisis, and improve suicide prevention
efforts. Under this agreement, the Foundation has a measurable goal of providing services to a
minimum of 28 clients in a fiscal year. The Department of Behavioral Health recommends
entering into an agreement with the Foundation to provide outreach services to older adults
within the County. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, not -to -
exceed $145,000 — action requested — APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA -JUNE 22, 2021
4.08 Agreement with Chico State Enterprises (Foundation) for the Passages Older Adult Response
Program - The Foundation is a private nonprofit corporation that serves as an auxiliary of the
California State University, Chico. Passages, a program supported by the Foundation, provides
information and support services to older adults and their family caregivers experiencing
significant emotional disturbances, or serious mental illness. The Department of Behavioral
Health was recently awarded a Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Disaster Relief Grant to serve the older adults (age 60 and over) effected by the Camp Fire. This
grant is set to end on October 29, 2021. Passages will operate the Older Adult Disaster Response
program seeking to serve older adults who are at risk, interested in learning about, exposed to,
or are experiencing significant emotional disturbances, serious mental illness, and/or substance
use. The program aims to significantly increase access to integrated mental health, substance
abuse disorder, and medical services to the older adult population throughout the County. The
collaboration seeks to enhance current outreach teams utilizing staff specifically trained in
serving older adults. The program plans to address these barriers by utilizing outreach specialists
from Passages to connect the target population to behavioral health services and provide
education to community partners. The Department recommends entering into an agreement
with the Foundation to provide outreach services to older adults effected by the Camp Fire
within the County. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2021 through October 29, 2021, not -to -
exceed $129,860 — action requested — APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
4.09 Contract with Golden State Physician Services - Golden State Physician Services is a recruiting
agency that provides psychiatrists for placement at hospitals and clinics on a short-term basis.
Due to the shortage of psychiatrists, the Department of Behavioral Health uses Golden State
Physician Services to supply psychiatrists to work at various Department outpatient clinics, either
on site or via telehealth, as needed. These psychiatrists provide clinical psychiatric service and
assists the Department in meeting the required level of mental health services available to the
County. This contract is a result of a County solicitation process. The Department recommends
entering into a contract with Golden State Physician Services for the provision of psychiatric
services. The term of this contract is July 1, 2021, thorough June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed
$800,000 — action requested — APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
(Behavioral Health)
4.10 Agreement with the Hmon2 Cultural Center for Butte Countv (HCCBC) for Interpretation Services
The HCCBC provides Hmong on site interpretation services for Department of Behavioral Health
clients as well as document translation. In addition, the HCCBC attends a Cultural Competency
training facilitated by the Department. The Department recommends entering into an
agreement with HCCBC for interpretation services. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2021
through June 30, 2023, not -to -exceed $5,000 — action requested — APPROVE AGREEMENT AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA -JUNE 22, 2021
4.11 Agreement with Housing Authority of the County of Butte (HACB) for Behavioral Health Housing
Assistance Program - HACB assists low and moderate income families, seniors, and disabled
individuals of Butte County to secure and maintain high quality, affordable housing. The Mental
Health Services Act funding from the Department of Behavioral Health provides housing
assistance payments and deposits for clients participating in program services. The long term
goal is for clients to maintain permanent housing as independently as possible. The
Departmental case managers work with clients to determine their ability to enter into rental
agreements with landlords and to solve problems in any area that affects their ability to stay in
housing. The Department recommends entering into an agreement with HACB for the provision
of housing assistance for the Butte County homeless and mentally ill population. The term of this
agreement is July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed $32,152 — action requested —
APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
4.12 Agreement with the Housing Authority of the County of Butte (HACB) for Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) Continuum of Care Programs - HACB assists low and moderate income
families, seniors, and disabled individuals of Butte County to secure and maintain high quality,
affordable housing. Through HUD, the Department of Behavioral Health is awarded grants to
provide housing for unaccompanied, chronically homeless adults with a disabling severe mental
illness. HUD provided two renewal grants to fund this agreement. Under this agreement, the
measurable goal is to utilize nine units as housing for eligible clients for the fiscal year. The
Department recommends entering into an agreement with HACB for the provision of housing
assistance for the Butte County homeless and mentally ill population. The term of this agreement
is July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed $110,547 — action requested — APPROVE
AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
4.13 Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Program and Expenditure Plan Update for Fiscal Years 2021-
2022 - In November of 2004, California voters passed Proposition 63 creating MHSA, which
created an additional income tax on California residents making more than $1 million per year.
Most of the MHSA revenue is distributed to the counties. The Department of Behavioral Health
annually facilitates a community input process through meetings, focus groups, surveys, and
work groups to identify community mental health treatment needs and to develop
program/service plans for Butte County. The County is required to create and update MHSA
Program and Expenditure Plans every year. The recommended MHSA Three Year Program and
Expenditure Plan for FY 2021-22 is the result of the collaboration between the Department, the
Behavioral Health Board, the local MHSA Steering Committee, and input from community
members and stakeholders in mental health services—action requested -1) APPROVE THE MHSA
PROGRAM AND EXPENDITURE PLAN UPDATE; AND 2) AUTHORIZE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
DIRECTOR AND AUDITOR/CONTROLLER TO SIGN ACCOUNTABILITY CERTIFICATION (Behavioral
Health)
4.14 Contract MLN Consulting Services, Inc. for Compliance Evaluations - MLN Consulting Services,
Inc. provides State regulated monitoring and compliance evaluations for Driving Under the
Influence (DUI), and Drug Diversion programs for multiple California counties. The Department
of Behavioral Health recommends entering into an agreement with MLN Consulting Services, Inc.
to provide auditing and oversight of the DUI and Drug Diversion programs within Butte County.
The County receives a percentage of the fees collected from these programs to cover the State
mandated -monitoring costs. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024,
not -to -exceed $113,430 — action requested — APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR
TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA -JUNE 22, 2021
4.15 Agreement with Northern Valley Catholic Social Service (NVCSS) for the Iversen Center and
Warm Line Programs - NVCSS provides mental health, housing, vocational, and support services
to individuals and families in California's Northern Sacramento Valley. The Iversen Wellness and
Recovery Center serves clients challenged by a variety of mental health, alcohol, and drug issues
through various activities. Services include weekly groups, writing articles for the newsletter,
attending business meetings to help organize and plan activities within the center, participating
in community outings, assisting with fundraising, finding support from others with similar life
experiences and difficulties, and opportunities to become a peer coordinator. The program
offers the chance to work and develop the skills needed to pursue goals, such as attending
school, or acquiring and maintaining employment in the community. The Northern Valley Talk
Line (Warm Line) is a free, consumer run, peer support telephone service that offers
nonemergency, non crisis support and referrals. The Warm Line is located within the Iversen
Center. Under this agreement, the Iversen Center has a measurable goal of providing support,
education, medication services, and connecting consumers to primary care. The Warm Line has
a measurable goal of providing a minimum of 200 non crisis calls redirected from the Department
of Behavioral Health crisis line, increase rapport of staff with caller, and increase local community
support services. The Department recommends entering into an agreement with NVCSS to
provide these services. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, not -to -
exceed $712,350 — action requested — APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
4.16 Agreement with Northern Valley Catholic Social Service (NVCSS) for the Promotores Program -
NVCSS provides mental health, housing, vocational, and support services to individuals and
families in California's Northern Sacramento Valley. Services under this agreement include
outreach for the Promotores program. The Latino Promotores and Hmong Tus Txhawb programs
are designed to provide strength based, wellness focused services, and group support. This
includes outreach and education, mental health consultation, youth services (for youth 6 to 17
years of age), and early intervention services, which build on individual and family strengths. The
services and groups are located in schools and other community locations. The purpose of these
prevention groups is to focus on teaching healthy coping and self regulation techniques,
strengthening self esteem and self worth, learning cultural norms and traditions of all youth
attending groups, reducing bullying, and discussing overall wellness. Vital to this strategy is the
involvement of mental health consultants who are local residents trained as community health
promoters and community liaisons. While the Latino and Hmong communities value the
expertise of professionals, members also find reassurance by speaking with locally trained
residents that share their culture and language. Under this agreement, NVCSS has a measurable
outcome of serving a minimum of 202 clients. The Department of Behavioral Health
recommends entering into an agreement with NVCSS to provide outreach services. The term of
the agreement is July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed $210,434— action requested
— APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA -JUNE 22, 2021
4.17 Agreement with Stonewall Alliance of Chico (Stonewall) for Outreach Services - Stonewall is a
nonprofit agency serving the Northern Sacramento Valley that works to create an open, safe and
inclusive environment for all members of the gender and sexual minority, and ally community.
Stonewall provides suicide prevention, education, and outreach services throughout Butte
County to Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex, and More
(LGBT*Q+) youth and young adults, as well as their families, friends, allies, and institutions,
organizations, service providers, and educational facilities. Under this agreement, Stonewall has
a measurable goal of providing trainings to a minimum of 1,185 participants per fiscal year.
These trainings shall be provided to various community organizations to promote safety, non
stigmatization, and non discriminatory practices when service members of the LGBT*Q+
community. Stonewall will include approaches that are culturally congruent with the values of
the populations for whom changes in attitudes, knowledge, and behavior are intended.
Stonewall will track outreach and engagement activities, and number of participants. The
Department of Behavioral Health recommends entering into an agreement with Stonewall for
the provision of prevention, education and outreach services for the LGBT*Q+ community. The
term of the agreement is July 1, 2021 through June 30,2022, not -to -exceed $116,415 — action
requested — APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
4.18 Agreement with Wayfinder Family Services (Wayfinder) for the Youth Empowerment Services
(YES) Program - Wayfinder is a is a nonprofit organization licensed by the State of California to
provide specialty mental health treatment and support services in the community. Wayfinder
specializes in servicing vulnerable youth (ages 8 to 14) and transitional age youth (TAY) (ages 15
to 25) populations. Through the agreement, the Wayfinder YES program will provide mental
health services to diverse consumer youth. YES activities provide a safe and engaging platform
for clinical staff to address treatment plan objectives. Opportunities include a work -based
learning program with focus on mental wellness and designed to empower youth to learn, earn,
and connect to de -stigmatize mental health and assist youth in strengthening resiliency while
providing awareness of world view; promoting positive attitudes towards differences among
cultures; knowledge and understanding of different cultural practices and values; and
communication skills across cultures. The Department of Behavioral Health estimates that
Wayfinder will engage a minimum of 80 youth and TAY, provide a minimum of 120 hours of
planned groups and training and have a minimum of 30 successful graduates of the program.
This contract is a result of a County solicitation process. The Department recommends entering
into an agreement with Wayfinder for the YES program. The term of the contract is July 1, 2021
through June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed $255,323 —action requested—APPROVE AGREEMENT AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
4.19 Agreement with Willow Glen Care Center (Willow Glen) for Board and Care Services - Willow
Glen operates 24-hour residential care facilities for adults and the elderly with severe and
persistent mental health conditions. These facilities provide a structured program to assist
clients with the development of skills necessary to transition from supervised care to
independent living. The Department of Behavioral Health may utilize up to four facilities under
this agreement. This agreement is not measured in terms of number of clients served, as the
length of stay varies based on each client's specific needs. The Department recommends
entering into an agreement with Willow Glen to provide 24 hour board and care and mental
health rehabilitation services. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2021 through December 31,
2021 not -to -exceed $419,842 — action requested — APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA -JUNE 22, 2021
4.20 Agreement with Willow Glen Care Center (Willow Glen) for the Crisis Residential Treatment
Program (CRT) - The CRT facility, also known as Iris House, opened in 2015 and is a homelike,
temporary (up to 30 days), safe and therapeutic environment where adult community members
struggling with a mental health crisis can receive 24-hour support and services. The 10 -bed, drug
and alcohol -free home includes laundry facilities, a kitchen, multiple community gathering
spaces, and a fenced -in backyard. At the core of the program are individualized care plans that
support a successful transition back into the community. Under this agreement, Willow Glen has
measurable goals of maintaining an average census of seven (7) clients per week and 70%
satisfaction rate with program participants. In fiscal year 2019-20, the program served 94
individuals throughout the year. The Department of Behavioral Health recommends entering
into an agreement with Willow Glen to provide crisis residential services to Butte County clients.
The term of the agreement is July 1, 2021 through December 312021, not -to -exceed $524,700
— action requested — APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral
Health)
4.21 Agreement with Youth for Change (YFC) for Mental Health Services at the 6th Street Drop In
Center - YFC is a nonprofit organization that is licensed by the State of California to provide
specialty mental health treatment and support services in the community. YFC specializes in
community collaboration which supports the healing of children and families. Through the
agreement, YFC will operate the 6th Street Center in Chico, which provides services to homeless
youth between the ages of 14 through 24. Since many of the youth have had traumatic
experiences with families, friends, schools, and other community support systems, building trust
is a major focus of the program. Amenities available through the 6th Street Center are shower
facilities, access to computers, laundry services, food, clothing, hygiene items, groups, classes,
and workshops which focus on development of independent living skills, youth leadership
opportunities, and healthy use of leisure time. Under the agreement, YFC has measurable goals
of: providing emotional support a minimum of 100 times, providing mental health services to a
minimum of 50 clients, transitioning a minimum of 20 into housing, assisting a minimum of 95
to participate in an employment program and a minimum of 20 to find employment, assisting a
minimum of 80 in accessing education services, and enrolling a minimum of 50 in school in a
fiscal year. The Department of Behavioral Health recommends entering into an agreement with
YFC for the provision of mental health, support and outreach services to consumers at the 6th
Street Center. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed
$490,794 — action requested — APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
(Behavioral Health)
4.22 Agreement with Youth for Change (YFC) for Transitional Age Youth (TAY) Housing Assistance
Program - YFC is a nonprofit organization that is licensed by the State of California to provide
specialty mental health treatment and support services in the community. YFC specializes in
community collaboration which supports the healing of children and families. Through the
agreement, YFC will assist eligible low income TAY (ages 16 through 25) with the process of
securing both long term and short term housing. The population served include the seriously
mentally ill, homeless or at risk of homelessness, and who have no other options for housing.
Under the agreement, YFC has measurable goals of providing housing to a minimum of eight
clients and maintain average length of stay to a minimum of nine months in a fiscal year. The
Department of Behavioral Health recommends entering into an agreement with YFC for housing
assistance for eligible TAY clients The term of the agreement is July 1, 2021 through June 30,
2022, not -to -exceed $108,728—action requested—APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA -JUNE 22, 2021
4.23 Contract Amendment with DFM Associates for EiMS System - EiMS is the Election Division's
Information Management System, a software package that automates the County Registrar of
Voters office. The current contract with DFM Associates expires June 30, 2021, and the
recommended amendment extends the contract term by three years through June 30, 2024,
with monthly fees of $7,458 totaling $268,488 for three years. All other terms and conditions
remain the same—action requested —APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN. (Clerk -Recorder)
4.24 Contract Amendment with DFM Associates for RiiMS System - RiiMS is the Recorder Division's
Information and Image Management System, a DFM Associates software package that
automates the County Recorder's Office. The current contract with DFM Associates expires June
30, 2021, and the amendment extends the term of the contract by one year through June 30,
2022, with monthly fees of $6,074 totaling $72,900 for FY 2021-22. All other terms and
conditions remain the same — action requested — APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Clerk -Recorder)
4.25 Resolution Approving Applications for Voter's Choice Act - California's Secretary of State has
been delegated the responsibility for the administration of funds for the Voter's Choice Act.
Procedures established by the Secretary of State require the County to adopt a resolution
approving the application for distribution of funds to Butte County. Historically, the Board of
Supervisors has adopted resolutions authorizing the County Clerk -Recorder to seek State
Election funding. Upon adoption of the resolution, the Board of Supervisors authorizes the
County Clerk -Recorder to participate in any Voter's Choice Act programs and execute, sign and
submit all documents, including but not limited to applications, contracts, payment requests and
documentation — action requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
(Clerk -Recorder)
4.26 Micro -Enterprise Assistance Loan Program (Program) Guidelines - On August 25, 2020, the Board
of Supervisors authorized the submittal of an application to the Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) program for Economic Development activities. On February 11, 2021, the County
was awarded $250,000 through the California Department of Housing and Community
Development (HCD) for the Micro -Enterprise Assistance Program. The Program aims to support
businesses in the County with five or fewer employees, as they navigate the challenges of
operating in an environment changed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Program has two
components: financial assistance in the form of forgivable loans, and technical assistance. The
loans for eligible businesses will be up to $20,000 and forgivable after three months pending job
retention requirements being met. Technical assistance will be in the form of services for
revenue enhancement, social media strategies, and web design enhancements. Program
guidelines for the CDBG programs need to be approved by both HCD and the Board of
Supervisors before the program may commence. Guidelines for the Butte County Micro -
Enterprise Assistance Loan Program have been approved by HCD — action requested — APPROVE
THE BUTTE COUNTY MICRO -ENTERPRISE ASSISTANCE LOAN PROGRAM GUIDELINES. (County
Administration)
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA -JUNE 22, 2021
4.27 Federal Fiscal Year 2019 (FFY19) Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) Project Change - The
Board of Supervisors authorized the Emergency Services Officer to apply for funding under the
FFY19 HSGP. The grant specifies that an Anti -Terrorism Approval Body (Approval Authority) will
determine the best use of the funds. The Approval Authority consists of the Public Health Officer,
County Fire Chief, County Sheriff, a Municipal Fire Chief, and a Chief of Police. On January 28,
2020 the Board authorized spending for the FFY19 HSGP. The need to purchase fire protective
gear for Butte County Probation has presented itself by their willingness to support their
community in times of fire danger. The Emergency Services Officer and Approval Authority
recommend the purchase of Fire Personal Protective Equipment for Butte County Probation
utilizing HSGP funds. Resources are available within this grant to fund this request. $10,000 - Fire
Personal Protective Equipment for Butte County Probation — action requested — APPROVE
PROJECT CHANGE. (County Administration)
4.28 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Golden State Finance Authority (GSFA) for
Development of a Broadband Strategic Plan - On May 25, 2021, the Board of Supervisors
authorized a letter of support to opt in to GSFA's single grant application for an Economic
Development Administration grant for the development of a broadband strategic plan available
to Rural County Representatives of California member counties. A broadband strategic plan will
include information on existing networks, internet service providers, services/speed provided, a
description of unmet needs of existing businesses, conceptual designs for networks, information
on applicable federal and State funding opportunities for broadband infrastructure deployment,
and recommendations for key project opportunities. The next step in formalizing participation
in the GSFA grant application is to enter into an MOU with GSFA. The MOU outlines GSFA's
responsibilities as grant applicant, administrator and project manager and specifies the County's
commitment for local matching funds of $25,000 and the establishment or participation in an
existing local broadband task force that will assist consultants with development of the
broadband strategic plan — action requested — APPROVE MOU AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN. (County Administration)
4.29 Contract Amendment with KNN Public Finance, LLC (KNN) for Financial Advisory Services - KNN
provides comprehensive financial advisory services to public agencies in California and other
western states. The County has contracted with KNN since 2012 for financial advisory services
relating to strategic financial planning and debt analysis. KNN has been involved in the
development of the County's Pension Obligation Bond strategy and has provided guidance
through debt issuance and refinancing processes. County Administration recommends amending
the contract with KNN to extend the term of the contract by three years through June 30, 2024.
All other terms remain the same. The maximum financial obligation under this agreement shall
not exceed $100,000 — action requested — APPROVE THE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (County Administration)
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4.30 Indigent Defense Contracts - The County is required by State and federal law to provide an
attorney for persons charged with a crime or in other special circumstances if they cannot afford
an attorney. Butte County contracts this service with a consortium of local attorneys who provide
full service public defender work. The consortium has been an effective component of the
criminal justice system, and has the support of the Superior Court Bench, District Attorney, Chief
Probation Officer, and Sheriff. The consortium has also been a cost effective model for the
county, providing a high level of service for substantially less than similar counties pay. Existing
consortium contracts will expire June 30, 2021. Staff and the consortium have negotiated a
three-year extension. Changes include a $1,500 monthly increase from $2,000 to $3,500 for the
Executive Director's contract for administration of the consortium and a $2,900 monthly increase
from $32,047.49 to $34,947.49 for investigator services, which is also paid through the Executive
Director's contract. The rate for individual attorneys remains unchanged. The cost of each full
time contract is $13,344.56 monthly. There are 18 full time and two half time attorneys in the
consortium. Between these attorneys they cover all the criminal courts, juvenile dependency
courts, truancy court, juvenile drug court, FOREST II program, mental health and probate
conservatorship proceedings, child support orders, family DUI court, HIDE cases, family court
contempt cases, domestic violence diversion and probation cases, Prop 36, drug court, pre-trial
and post -trial extraordinary writs — action requested — APPROVE CONTRACTS (19) AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (County Administration)
4.31 Services Agreement with the Butte County Superior Court for FY 2021-24 - The Butte County
Superior Court and the County of Butte acknowledge that pursuant to Government Code section
77212(d)(1), all services, excluding Court security, provided by the County to the Court and the
Court to the County are identified in the new agreement and its attachment, which identifies the
services to be provided, the method of service delivery, the term of the agreement, the
anticipated service outcomes, and the cost of the services to be provided. Historically the
agreement has been negotiated annually, but in 2018 a three year agreement was approved.
County Administration recommends the agreement be for three years, with the option of
modifying it annually. The FY 2021-24 agreement contains similar services, charges and payment
method as in previous years — action requested — APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN. (County Administration)
4.32 Approval of Minutes for Board of Supervisors Meeting - Submitted for approval are the Minutes
for the May 11, 2021, Board of Supervisors Meeting — action requested — APPROVE THE MAY 11,
2021, BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REGULAR MEETING MINUTES AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN. (County Administration)
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4.33 Lease Agreement with Guillon Inc. for 205 Mira Loma Drive Suite 30, Oroville, for County
Administration - On February 23, 2016, the Board of Supervisors approved a new lease
agreement required by the Department of Employment and Social Services (DESS) for 8,035
square feet of office and warehouse space located at 205 Mira Loma Drive Suite 30, Oroville. The
term of the lease expires June 30, 2021. Over the course of the lease, an agreement was made
between DESS and County Administration to share Suite 30 and utilize a portion of it as the
County Emergency Operations Center (EOC). DESS has determined that they no longer require
use of Suite 30 upon expiration of the lease and County Administration has determined that the
entire suite, including the office and warehouse space, is best suited to continue to be utilized
as the EOC. The Department of General Services and County Administration recommend
entering into a new lease agreement with Guillon Inc. for 205 Mira Loma Drive Suite 30, Oroville.
The proposed rent rate of $0.809 per square foot totaling $6,500 per month is a decrease of
1.95% from the expiring lease, and includes annual increase of 2.5% each July 1. The lease term
is five years commencing July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2026, and includes the option to extend
two additional five-year terms at rates to be agreed upon at the time. Funding for the lease is
included within the FY 2021-22 budget and no additional appropriation is required — action
requested — APPROVE LEASE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (County
Administration/General Services)
4.34 Resolution Authorizing Execution of Revenue Agreement with the California Victim
Compensation Board (CaIVCB) - CaIVCB provides funding to support victim services including but
not limited to, data entry, verification, and adjudication of claims for the unreimbursed financial
losses for victims of crime. The District Attorney's Office recommends entering into a revenue
agreement with CaIVCB for victim services. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2021 through
June 30, 2024, not to exceed $727,396 — action requested — ADOPT RESOLUTION AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (District Attorney)
4.35 Contract with Counseling Solutions, Inc. for Parent Education and Counseling Services -
Counseling Solutions, Inc. provides family and individual support services, therapy from qualified
service providers, and assistance to families in overcoming barriers to successful parenting and
stable family reunification. The services provide families involved in Child Welfare Services
trauma informed parenting education, skills and treatment services aimed at facilitating
successful reunification and helping to prevent re -detention of children. Counseling Solutions
served 241 parents from July 1, 2020 through May 31, 2021. 153 were served in parent
engagement counseling, 135 served in nurturing parenting, 67 served in intensive group
counseling, and 49 served in treatment focused counseling. The Department of Employment and
Social Services recommends entering into a contract with Counseling Solutions, Inc. for parent
education and counseling services. The term of the contract is July 1, 2021 through June 30,
2022, not -to -exceed $325,000 — action requested — APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN. (Employment and Social Services)
4.36 Contract with Language Line Services, Inc. for Interpretation Services - Language Line Services,
Inc. provides interpretation services in an effort to bridge language barriers. The Department of
Employment and Social Services utilizes over -the -phone interpretation service so that clients
who communicate with limited English can connect with a personal interpreter quickly by
telephone. The Department recommends entering into a contract with Language Line Services,
Inc. for interpretation services. The term of the contract is July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024,
not -to -exceed $210,000 — action requested — APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR
TO SIGN. (Employment and Social Services)
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4.37 Contract Amendment with True North Housing Alliance, Inc. (TNHA) for Safe Space Winter
Shelter Services - TNHA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting individuals in their
efforts to achieve self sufficiency and a more stable lifestyle. TNHA provides services to clients
staying at the Torres Shelter and COVID-19 prevention and containment services support for
those experiencing homelessness in the community during the pandemic. The Butte Countywide
Continuum of Care (CoC) awarded $189,877 of Homeless Emergency Aid Program funds to TNHA
for Safe Space Winter Shelter program on July 15, 2019 to address the homelessness crisis in
Butte County. Barriers to program implementation were encountered, and this modified
contract scope will allow TNHA to provide no congregate shelter and congregate sheltering to
individuals experiencing homelessness. The Department of Employment and Social Services
recommends amending the contract with TNHA for Safe Space Winter Shelter services. The term
of the contract remains September 24, 2019 through June 30, 2021 with no change to the
contract amount — action requested — APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN. (Employment and Social Services)
4.38 Contract Amendment with Youth for Change (YFC) for Capital Purchase for Homeless Youth -The
Butte Countywide Continuum of Care (CoC) selected and awarded Homeless Emergency Aid
Program (HEAP) funds to Youth For Change on July 15, 2019 to purchase a duplex and provide
supportive housing to unaccompanied homeless youth as a part of an effort to address the
homelessness crisis in Butte County. The CoC approved YFC as the Youth Set Aside recipient of
the HEAP grant. Per HEAP requirements, 5% of the total interest accrued is being added to the
YFC contract. The term of the contract is being extended to September 30, 2021 to align with the
interest spending deadline. The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends
amending the contract with YFC for capital purchase for homeless youth. The amendment
extends the term of the contract by three months, and increases the maximum payable amount
by $10,000, not -to -exceed $319,000. All other terms remain the same — action requested —
APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Employment and
Social Services)
4.39 Contract with Glenn County Health and Human Services Agency for Child Welfare Services Case
Management System (CWS/CMS) Training - Glenn County Health and Human Services Agency
negotiated an agreement with California Department of Social Services to provide CWS/CMS
training to social worker staff in the Northern California Region. CWS/CMS is the computer
system for case management, services planning and information gathering functions of child
welfare. Glenn County Health and Human Services Agency provides facilities and training
sessions for child welfare staff in participating counties. The Department of Employment and
Social Services recommends entering into a contract with Glenn County Health and Human
Services Agency for CWS/CMS training. The term of the contract is July 1, 2021 through June 30,
2024, not to exceed $255,000 — action requested — APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN. (Employment and Social Services)
4.40 Resolution Accepting the State Mandated Inspection Report - The California State Fire Marshal,
through the California Health and Safety Code, mandates that certain occupancies are to be
inspected annually. During the grand jury investigations of the Ghost Ship Fire it was determined
that while the State had mandated inspections on various occupancies, these inspections were
not mandated to be reported to any governing body. Senate Bill 1205 (Hill) was successful in
requiring the mandated reporting of annual inspections to its administering authority on an
annual basis. The Fire Department presents the mandated report to the Board of Supervisors —
action requested — ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Fire)
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4.41 Contract Amendment with Kitchell Corporation for Project Management of Camp Fire
Reconstruction Projects - Subsequent to the Camp Fire, the County's insurance provider
approved funding for a Project Manager to assist the County in reconstructing County facilities
affected by the fire. The term of the original project management contract with Kitchell
Corporation, was from December 11, 2018, through January 31, 2019, for $24,500. The first
contract amendment extended the term to June 30, 2020, and increased the not -to -exceed price
by $275,500 bringing the contract total to $300,000. The second contract amendment extended
the term to June 20, 2021 and increased the not -to -exceed price by $180,000 bringing the
contract total to $480,000. The Department of General Services recommends making a third
amendment to the contract, to extend the term by one year through June 30, 2022, and increase
the maximum payable by $100,000, not -to -exceed $580,000. This cost is fully reimbursable
under the County's insurance claim. All other terms remain the same — action requested —
APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (General Services)
4.42 Contract Amendment with Kitchell Corporation for Project Management of North Complex Fire
Reconstruction Projects -Subsequent to the North Complex Fire, the County's insurance provider
approved funding for a Project Manager to assist the County in reconstructing County facilities
affected by the fire. It was determined the best interest of the County to initiate this service with
the Sacramento office of Kitchell Corporation to retain the same project manager who has been
engaged on reconstructing County facilities under the Camp Fire insurance claim. The term of
this contract is March 22, 2021 through June 30, 2021, not -to -exceed $40,000. The Department
of General Services recommends amending the contract to extend the term by one year through
June 30, 2022, and increase the maximum payable by $125,000, not -to -exceed $165,000. This
cost is fully reimbursable under the County's insurance claim. All other terms remain the same —
action requested — APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
(General Services)
4.43 Contract Amendment with Ray Morgan Company for Countywide Multi -Function Copier Services
The County entered into a contract with Ray Morgan Company on March 8, 2016 to provide
Countywide multi -function copier services. The contract was amended in 2017, and again in
2018, to update the printer model numbers serviced with no changes to the rates in either
amendment. The third contract amendment increased the not -to -exceed price by $650,000
bringing the contract total to $3,050,000. The Department of General Services recommends
amending the contract with Ray Morgan Company for Countywide multi -function copier
services. The fourth amendment extends the term by 115 days through June 30, 2021, and
increases the maximum payable by $250,000, not -to -exceed $3,300,000. All other terms remain
the same — action requested — APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR
TO SIGN. (General Services)
4.44 Contract Amendment with California Securitv Services. Inc.. dba Elite Universal Securitv (Elite
for Security Services - The Library recommends the Board of Supervisors amend the contract
with Elite for security services at various branch libraries. The amendment increases the
maximum payable amount by $144,000 not -to -exceed $225,400, and extends the term of the
contract by three years through June 30, 2024. This revised contract will help the continuation
of security services needed in library branches — action requested — APPROVE THE CONTRACT
AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Library)
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4.45 Contract Amendment with Califa Group to Connect Butte County Libraries to a High -Speed Data
Network - The Library has the opportunity to expand high-speed Broadband network to
additional branch libraries and Department of Employment and Social Services (DESS) satellite
location in Chico. Through the Corporation for Education Network Initiatives in California
(CENIC), the investment will increase bandwidth to lgbps at all six library locations and DESS
location. The California State Library has appointed the Califa Group, a nonprofit library
consortium, to manage the rollout and billing process for these services. The amendment would
add the Oroville, Paradise, Durham, and Chico Branches and DESS satellite location to the
network. The current locations connected to CENIC are Biggs and Gridley Branch. The
Department recommends the Board of Supervisors enter into an amendment with Califa Group
to extend the term by four Years and increase the maximum payable amount by $34,639 not -to -
exceed $102,814 — action requested —APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN. (Library)
4.46 Contract Amendment with Dewberry Engineers Inc. for Design Services Related to the Central
House Road Bridge Replacement - On June 28, 2016, the Department of Public Works executed
a contract with Drake Haglan and Associates of Sacramento, to assist Department staff in the
development of the contract plans, specifications, and estimate required to construct the Central
House Road Bridge across Wyman Ravine at a not -to -exceed contract amount of $320,050. The
contract was amended November 29, 2017, to update the contract terms and conditions, and
on February 19, 2020, to update a transfer in ownership of the company to Dewberry Engineers
Inc. There was no change to the scope and budget with either amendment. While the original
scope of work included the tasks needed to complete the project design, it was assumed that
key Department staff would perform significant portions of drafting, design, and bidding support
of the project. Due to staffing changes and increasing workload demands, the Department lacks
capacity to perform this work and recommends an increase role for the consultant to complete
the remaining design and project management tasks necessary for the project. The amendment
will extend the term of the contract three Years through JuIY 8, 2024, and increase the contract
amount by $337,525, not -to -exceed $657,575. The Central House Road Bridge across Wyman
Ravine replacement project is located just east of State Route 70 and south of the City of Oroville
and will replace an existing single -lane, load restricted bridge, with a modern two-lane highway
bridge on a newly straightened alignment. The existing sub -standard bridge will be removed as
part of this project. The project has been delayed due to limitations in the Highway Bridge
Program funding. The construction cost of the project is estimated to be $3.2 million — action
requested — APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Public
Works)
4.47 Contract with Coral Construction Company for the Off -System Emergency Road Guardrail Repair
Project at Bald Rock Road and Lumpkin Road - On April 27, 2021 the Board of Supervisors
authorized the Department of Public Works to advertise for bids for the Off -System Emergency
Road Guardrail Repair Project. As a result of the North Complex Fire, Bald Rock Road and
Lumpkin Road sustained extensive guardrail damage. This project is eligible for FEMA
reimbursement under the Federal Disaster Declaration. The engineer's estimate for construction
is $132,100. The project was advertised on May 4, 2021, and a total of two bids were received
on May 25, 2021, ranging from a low of $137,850 to a high of $219,900. The lowest responsive
and responsible bidder was Coral Construction Company, of Wilsonville, Oregon with a bid
amount of $137,850. The Department of Public Works recommends that the Board award the
contract to Coral Construction Company and authorize the Director of Public Works to sign the
contract — action requested - 1) AWARD THE CONTRACT TO CORAL CONSTRUCTION COMPANY;
AND 2) AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TO SIGN THE CONTRACT. (Public Works)
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4.48 Contract Amendment with NRC Environmental for Operating the Butte Regional Household
Hazardous Waste (HHW) Facility -On July 23, 2015, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract
for NRC Environmental to operate and manage the HHW facility located in Chico, and to collect,
package and dispose of prohibitive wastes extracted from the Neal Road Recycling and Waste
Facility load check program. The original agreement was for three years at a contract value of
$1,500,000. Contract amendments were approved by the Board of Supervisors in 2018 and 2019
increasing the maximum payable amount by $1,500,000, not -to -exceed $3,000,000. Public use
of the HHW facility in Chico increased by 30% in early 2021. This dramatic increase in demand is
attributed to the extended COVID stay-at-home orders and closure of the Town of Paradise HHW
facility. The Department of Public Works recommends extending the contract by one month to
prevent a disruption in services, and anticipates bringing a new contract to the Board in July. The
amendment will extend the term of the contract by one month through August 15, 2021, and
increase the contract amount by $300,000, not -to -exceed $3,300,000 — action requested —
APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Public Works)
4.49 Capital Asset Surplus for Public Works Vehicle Destroved by the North Complex Fire - The
Department of Public Works recommends the Board of Supervisors declare a vehicle that was
destroyed in the North Complex Fire surplus to the needs of the County and authorize disposal
— action requested — DECLARE THE CAPITAL ASSET SURPLUS TO THE NEEDS OF THE COUNTY.
(Public Works)
4.50 Contract with Global Security Systems and Budget Adjustment for Radio Based Emergency Alert
System - On May 11, 2021, the Board of Supervisors approved a request to utilize PG&E
Settlement Funds for the purchase of a radio -based emergency alert system that can be used to
alert residents of threats posed by wildfire or other dangers that is not reliant on power or cell
phone service. The system will contribute to the County's hazard mitigation efforts by increasing
its ability to communicate vital information to the public during emergencies. The Sheriff's Office
recommends entering into a contract with Global Security Systems to provide the radio -based
emergency alert system known as Alert FM. The term of the contract is five years from date of
execution, not -to -exceed $600,000 — action requested - 1) APPROVE CONTRACT AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN; 2) APPROVE BUDGET ADJUSTMENT (4/5 VOTE); AND 3)
APPROVE CAPITAL ASSET PURCHASE. (Sheriff -Coroner)
4.51 Contract with Chico State Enterprises for Student Legal Research Assistants (LRAs) - The Butte
County Jail is required to offer inmates LRAs, who assist inmates with legal research via computer
searches and library book searches in the Jail Law Library. LRAs staff the Jail Law Library an
average of 56 hours per week, and inventory Jail law books and research materials as well as
conduct material updates as appropriate. The Sheriff's Office recommends entering into a
contract with the CSU, Chico Research Foundation for LRAs. The term of the contract is July 1,
2021 through June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed $61,838 — action requested — APPROVE CONTRACT
AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Sheriff -Coroner)
4.52 Accept Equipment Donation from Butte County Search and Rescue - Butte County Search and
Rescue raised funds and is purchasing a 2020 jet boat and trailer with a value of $82,000 and a
2020 snowmobile with a value of $13,000. Search and Rescue will use both to assist the Sheriff's
Office when responding to calls for service. The Sheriff's Office will assume the cost to register,
maintain, and insure the boat and snowmobile. The Sheriff's Office recommends accepting the
donation of the boat as a capital asset and the snowmobile as equipment — action requested —
ACCEPT DONATION. (Sheriff -Coroner)
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4.53 Butte County Treasurer Statement of Investment Policy for FY 2021-22 (Investment Policy) - The
Treasurer -Tax Collector recommends the Board of Supervisors (Board) approve the Butte County
Investment Policy. The Investment Policy, in accordance with Government Code sections 53600
through 53686, guides investment of surplus funds and funds under the custodianship of the
County Treasurer. The Treasurer -Tax Collector holds and invests the County's, School Districts',
and Special Districts' funds. The Butte County Investment Pool Oversight Committee
(Committee) is comprised of Debra Lucero, District 2 Supervisor, Butte County Board of
Supervisors Representative (Chair); Travis Haskill, Butte County Office of Education Senior
Director of Fiscal Services, Superintendent of Schools Representative (Vice Chair); Graciela
Gutierrez, Butte County Auditor -Controller; Heather Childs, Finance Manager, Chico Area
Recreation and Park District, Special Districts Representative; and Susan Watts, Oroville Unified
High School District Assistant Superintendent of Business, School Districts Representative. The
Committee provides oversight to the Treasurer -Tax Collector and each Year considers the
renewal of the Investment Policy prior to its submission to the Board. The proposed Investment
Policy, by recommendation of the Committee, updates the policy to be consistent with recent
changes to Government Code, which allows greater flexibility in the management of the treasury
and allowable concentration of investment vehicles. Approval of the Investment Policy also
constitutes renewal of the investment authority delegated to the Treasurer -Tax Collector by the
Board. The Investment Policy was reviewed and accepted on April 13, 2021 by the Committee.
With Board approval, the Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 2021-22 will become effective JuIY 1,
2021 — action requested — APPROVE BUTTE COUNTY TREASURER STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT
POLICY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021-22. (Treasurer -Tax Collector)
5. REGULAR AGENDA
5.01 Boards, Commissions, and Committees
(List available at http://www.buttecountV.net/clerkoftheboard/AppointmentsList.aspx)
A. Appointments to Listed Vacancies
1. Reappointments to the Butte County Children and Families Commission (First 5) - First
5 is part of a Statewide effort to create a seamless system of integrated and
comprehensive programs and services by establishing community-based programs to
provide parental education and family support services relevant to effective childhood
development; encouraging pregnant women and parents of Young children to quit
smoking; and educating the public on the importance and the benefits of nurturing,
health care, family support, and child care. First 5 is a nine -member commission
comprised of a member of the Board of Supervisors, the Directors of the Department
of Public Health and the Department of Employment and Social Services, and six
members of the public appointed by the Board of Supervisors. Additionally, the Board
of Supervisors also appoints five alternates to First 5. First 5 recommends the Board of
Supervisors appoint the following: Dr. Shelley Hart as a regular Commissioner, with a
term ending June 30, 2023. Dr. Hart is an associate professor at CSU, Chico in the Child
Development Department and fulfills the role of educator specializing in early
childhood development. Dr. Lourdes Valdez as a regular Commissioner, with a term
ending June 30, 2023. Dr. Valdez is a practicing pediatrician and fulfills the role of
representative of local medical, pediatric or obstetric association. Seng Yang as a
regular Commissioner, with a term ending June 30, 2023. Mr. Yang is the Executive
Director of the Hmong Cultural Center of Butte County and fulfills the role of
representative of a community based organization with the goal of promoting nurturing
and early childhood development — action requested — 1) REAPPOINT DR. SHELLEY
HART TO THE BUTTE COUNTY CHILDREN AND FAMILIES COMMISSION AS A
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COMMISSIONER WITH TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2023; 2) REAPPOINT DR. LOURDES
VALDEZ TO THE BUTTE COUNTY CHILDREN AND FAMILIES COMMISSION AS A
COMMISSIONER WITH TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2023; AND 3) REAPPOINT SENG YANG
TO THE BUTTE COUNTY CHILDREN AND FAMILIES COMMISSION AS A COMMISSIONER
WITH TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2023. (Other — Butte County Children and Families
Commission)
2. Appointment to the Butte County Fair Association Board of Directors -The Butte County
Fair Association Board of Directors acts in an advisory capacity to the Board of
Supervisors regarding the use and management of the fairgrounds and the Butte
County Fair. The Board of Directors consists of eight members appointed by the
following: one resident from within Supervisorial District boundaries 1, 2, 3, and 5
appointed by the corresponding District Supervisor, for a total of 4 members; and four
residents from within Supervisorial District 4, appointed by the District 4 Supervisor.
The term of each Board of Director shall coincide with the term of the appointing Board
of Supervisor member. Supervisor Kimmelshue nominates Chris McIntire as a District 4
Representative, with a term ending January 6, 2025 — action requested — APPOINT
CHRIS MCINTIRE AS A DISTRICT 4 REPRESENTATIVE WITH A TERM ENDING JANUARY 6,
2025. (Supervisor Kimmelshue, District 4)
3. Appointment to the Butte County Code Enforcement Advisory Board (Board) - The
Board provides advice to the Board of Supervisors on code enforcement matters, and
assist in the development of priorities in code enforcement activities, identification of
programs for voluntary property clean up, and funding opportunities for code
enforcement and community cleanup programs. The Board also reviews and monitors
code enforcement activities in other communities, grants and other funding
opportunities. The Board consists of five members, with each member of the Board of
Supervisors appointing one member. Supervisor Kimmelshue recommends appointing
Ed McLaughlin to the Board as the District 4 representative — action requested -
APPOINT ED MCLAUGHLIN TO THE BUTTE COUNTY CODE ENFORCEMENT ADVISORY
BOARD AS THE DISTRICT 4 REPRESENTATIVE. (Supervisor Kimmelshue, District 4)
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)
5.02 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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5.03 Agreement with Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. (Crestwood) for Mental Health Services -
Crestwood operates skilled nursing facilities, mental health rehabilitation centers, and institutes
for mental disease, which provide behavioral intervention as well as psychological and social
rehabilitation to clients with mental disorders in secure residential settings. This agreement
provides access to 26 facilities for client referrals based on the level of client need and available
capacity across the Crestwood system of care. Under the agreement, Crestwood provides
treatment for clients referred by the Department of Behavioral Health, and the agreement funds
the equivalent of approximately fifteen beds for the entire fiscal year. This agreement is not
measured in terms of number of clients served, as the length of stay varies based on each client's
specific needs. The Department recommends entering into an agreement with Crestwood to
provide behavior modification, skilled nursing, case management, and pre -vocational and life
skills training to Butte County clients. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2021, through June
30, 2022, not -to -exceed $1,729,838 — action requested — APPROVE AGREEMENT AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
5.04 Contract with Traditions Psychology Group, Inc. (TBH), A Psychological Corporation for
Psychiatrist Services - TBH, a Psychological Corporation, is a physician recruiting agency that
provides psychiatrists for placement at hospitals and clinics on a short term basis. Due to the
shortage of psychiatrists, the Department of Behavioral Health uses Traditions Behavioral Health
to supply psychiatrists to work at various Department outpatient clinics either on site or via
telehealth, as needed. These psychiatrists provide clinical psychiatric service and assists the
Department in meeting the required level of mental health services available to the County. This
contract is a result of a County solicitation process. The Department recommends entering into
a contract with TBH for psychiatric services. The term of this contract is July 1, 2021, through
June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed $400,000 — action requested — APPROVE CONTRACT AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
5.05 Contract with Traditions Psvcholo2v Group (TBH). A Psvcholo2ical Corporation for Lone Term
Psychiatry Services at the County Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF) - TBH is a staffing firm which
provides both short-term and long term psychiatrist for placements in public agencies, clinics,
and hospitals. Under this contract with the Department of Behavioral Health, TBH will provide
an alternative to temporary psychiatrist services provided by other short term psychiatrist
placement agencies by offering long term placements. A rotating pool of 8 to 12 psychiatrists
will work daily 16 -hour shifts to provide coverage at the PHF. Daily on call shifts for the PHF are
also provided. This contract is a result of a County solicitation process. The Department
recommends entering into a contract with TBH for long-term psychiatry services at the PHF. The
term of this contract is July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed $1,653,450 — action
requested — APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
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5.06 Agreement with North Valley Behavioral Health (NVBH) for Psychiatric Health Facility Inpatient
Services - NVBH operates a licensed 16 bed acute care psychiatric inpatient treatment facility in
Yuba City. NVBH provides psychiatric treatment, rapid stabilization, and coordinated discharge
planning that encourages wellness and recovery with support from community based services.
This psychiatric health facility provides diagnostic assessment of mental health status,
stabilization and maintenance of the mental health condition, improvement of patient's
functioning ability and transitional planning with appropriate referrals to an appropriate post -
hospitalization setting for clients referred by the Department of Behavioral Health. This
agreement is not measured in terms of number of clients served, as the length of stay varies
based on each client's specific needs. NVBH maintains a minimum of three beds available to
Butte County consumers being referred for treatment. The Department recommends entering
into an agreement with NVBH for Psychiatric Health Inpatient Services. The term of this
agreement is July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed $1,033,040 — action requested
— APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
5.07 Agreement with Northern Valley Catholic Social Service (NVCSS) for Mental Health Services for
Medi -Cal Eligible Children - NVCSS provides mental health, housing, vocational, and support
services to individuals and families in California's Northern Sacramento Valley. Services under
this agreement include individual counseling and case management as part of the mandated
services by the State. This agreement is one of many the Department of Behavioral Health holds
with local community organizations that assist in meeting the required level of mental health
services available to the County. The Department must manage the system of care across all
direct service providers to ensure services are available based on federally mandated time and
distance standards. This agreement is not measured based on the number of clients served, but
instead, serves to provide additional capacity of direct service providers within the Department's
system of care. The Department recommends entering into an agreement with NVCSS to provide
mental health services to Medi -Cal eligible children. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2021
through June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed $2,053,309 — action requested — APPROVE AGREEMENT
AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
5.08 Agreement with Victor Community Support Services, Inc. (VCSS) for Mental Health Services -
VCSS provides a wide array of community based mental health and family support services.
Working in a close partnership with the Department of Behavioral Health, VCSS addresses the
mental health needs of children and their families. Through this agreement, VCSS will provide
school based counseling services, which includes individual counseling, crisis services,
medication support, and case management as part of the mandated services by the State. This
agreement is one of many the Department holds with local community organizations that assist
the Department in meeting the required level of mental health services available to the County.
The Department must manage the system of care across all direct service providers to ensure
services are available based on federally mandated time and distance standards. The agreement
is not measured based on the number of clients served, but instead, serves to provide additional
capacity of direct service providers within the Department's system of care. The Department
recommends entering into an agreement with VCSS to provide mental health services to Medi -
Cal eligible children. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, not -to -
exceed $2,784,672 — action requested — APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
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5.09 Agreement with Youth for Change (YFC) for Mental Health Services - YFC is a nonprofit
organization that is licensed by the State of California to provide specialty mental health
treatment and support services in the community. YFC specializes in community collaboration
which supports the healing of children and families. Services under the agreement include
individual counseling, crisis services, medication support, and case management as part of the
services mandated by the State. This agreement is one of many the Department of Behavioral
Health holds with local community organizations that assist the Department in meeting the
required level of mental health services available to the County. The Department must manage
the system of care across all direct service providers to ensure services are available based on
federally mandated time and distance standards. The agreement is not measured based on the
number of clients served, but instead, serves to provide additional capacity of direct service
providers within the Department's system of care. The Department recommends entering into
an agreement with YFC to provide mental health services to Medi -Cal eligible children. The term
of the agreement is July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed $3,615,110 — action
requested — APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
5.10 Miocene Canal Acquisition Discussion -The Miocene Canal system is a PG&E hydroelectric water
conveyance facility that includes PG&E's Upper Miocene and Middle Miocene Canals and
California Water Service's Lower Miocene. The 2018 Camp Fire destroyed the Upper Miocene,
thus, preventing water from entering the Miocene Canal system. As the cost of repairs and
operation have become a prohibitive factor, PG&E is actively pursuing an entity to acquire the
Upper and Middle Miocene Canal. Supervisor Lucero, District 2, has asked staff to bring forward
a discussion item to evaluate issues associated with the potential acquisition of the Miocene
Canal — action requested — PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF. (Supervisor Lucero, District 2)
5.11 Contract with Redistricting Partners to Manage Butte County 2021 Redistricting Process - Every
10 years, Supervisorial District boundaries are drawn through a redistricting process to ensure
that each district has the same number of people. Historically, the Board of Supervisors has had
broad latitude in drawing boundaries that are equal in population, balanced, and non-
discriminatory. In October 2019, Governor Newsom signed into law AB 849, The Fair and
Inclusive Redistricting for Municipalities and Political Subdivisions (FAIR MAPS) Act, which
substantially altered the redistricting process. The FAIR MAPS Act specifies redistricting criteria
and deadlines for the adoption of new boundaries by the Board of Supervisors, specifies hearing
procedures that allow the public to provide input on the placement of boundaries and on
proposed boundary maps, and requires the Board to take specified steps to encourage the
residents of the local jurisdiction to participate in the redistricting process. The requirements of
the FAIR MAPS Act are complicated and require expertise in demographics, cartography, and
statistics. During the April 13, 2021 Board of Supervisors meeting, staff was directed to seek a
consultant to manage and guide this process. After the completion of a competitive solicitation,
staff recommends entering into a contract with Redistricting Partners of Sacramento to manage
the 2021 redistricting process in Butte County. The contract term is June 22, 2021 through June
1, 2022, not -to -exceed $80,000 — action requested — APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN. (County Administration)
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5.12 Contract with Tetra Tech, Inc. for Insurance Recovery Services for the State Operated Debris
Removal and Hazard Tree Removal Programs for Camp Fire Survivors - The Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA), approved Private Property Debris Removal for properties burned
by the Camp Fire. The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) and other
partners established a debris removal program to safely remove potentially hazardous ash and
debris from affected private and approved public properties and a hazard tree removal program
to safely remove hazard trees threatening public roads, rights-of-way, and eligible private roads.
Residents completed a Right -of -Entry Permit to enroll in these programs, which included
agreeing to file an insurance claim if insured and assigned those insurance proceeds for debris
or hazard tree removal to the County to prevent a duplication of benefits as defined in defined
in the Code of Federal Regulations. In accordance with the approval for Private Property Debris
Removal, the County is required to make reasonable efforts to collect insurance funds for those
property owners who participated in the debris or hazard tree removal programs. The County
may hire a contractor to provide these insurance collection services. County Administration
issued a Request for Proposals on December 14, 2020 and two proposals were received. A review
committee selected Tetra Tech, Inc. of Maitland, Florida, as the most qualified respondent. Tetra
Tech, Inc. has conducted insurance recovery services for several other California counties after
the State operated debris removal program. County Administration recommends entering into
a contract with Tetra Tech, Inc. for insurance recovery services. The term of the contract is June
22, 2021 to June 30, 2024, not -to -exceed $7,300,000. The expense for this service is eligible for
reimbursement from FEMA, and the local share of costs is estimated at 2.5% - action requested
— APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (County Administration)
5.13 Introduction and Adoption of an Urgency Ordinance Amending Chapter 53, entitled "Camp Fire
Recovery" Relating to Limited Density Owner Built Rural Dwelling Regulations - On May 11, 2021
the Board of Supervisors directed staff to bring a draft amendment to Butte County Code Chapter
53 "Camp Fire Recovery" to extend regulations for Limited Density Owner Built Rural Dwellings
to parcels in the Camp Fire area within the Town of Paradise municipal sphere of influence.
Pursuant to Government Code sections 25123(d) and 25131, the Department of Development
Services proposes an amendment to Butte County Code Chapter 53 "Camp Fire Recovery." The
proposed ordinance amends Article IV section 53-69 by extending regulations for Limited Density
Owner Built Rural Dwellings in the unincorporated areas surrounding the Town of Paradise
within the municipal sphere of influence. Town of Paradise leadership is in agreement with
allowing these regulations with the condition that generators are not to be approved as the
primary power source. The provisions shall remain in effect from the date of adoption until
December 31, 2021, unless extended or modified by the Board of Supervisors. The urgency
ordinance will take effect immediately upon a four -fifth approval of the Board —action requested
- 1) WAIVE THE FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE ENTITLED, "AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE
COUNTY OF BUTTE AMENDING ARTICLE IV OF CHAPTER 53, "CAMP FIRE RECOVERY" OF THE
BUTTE COUNTY CODE, RELATING TO LIMITED DENSITY OWNER BUILT RURAL DWELLING
REGULATIONS; AND 2) ADOPT THE URGENCY ORDINANCE AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN
(4/5 VOTE REQUIRED). (Development Services)
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5.14 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Sutter County Health and Human Services
Department for the Family Urgent Response System (FURS) -FURS was established by Senate Bill
80 (Committee on Budget and Fiscal Review. Human services omnibus) and requires counties to
develop and implement a Mobile Response System. Counties were required to submit a single,
coordinated plan to the California Department of Social Services that describes how the county
based mobile response system would meet the requirements. Counties were given the option to
implement their plans on a per -county basis or collaboratively with other counties to establish
regional, cross county mobile response systems. Butte County is implementing FURS using a
regional approach with Yuba and Sutter Counties, wherein Sutter County Health and Human
Services Department will function as the lead agency. The purpose of this collaboration is to
preserve the relationship of the caregiver and the child by providing developmentally
appropriate relationship conflict management and resolution skills, stabilizing the living
situation, mitigating the distress of the caregiver or child, connecting the caregiver and child to
the existing array of local services, and promoting a healthy and healing environment for
children, Youth, and families (this MOU is going before both Butte County's and Sutter County's
Boards for approval on June 22, 2021). The Department of Employment and Social Services
recommends entering into a MOU with Sutter County Health and Human Services Department
for FURS. The term of the contract is JuIY 1, 2021 through June 30, 2023, not -to -exceed $709,612
— action requested — APPROVE MOU AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Employment and
Social Services)
5.15 Contract with United Way for Rapid Rehousing and Emergency Shelter Services - Under the
Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Stimulus Act, federal funds were made available to
prevent, prepare for, and respond to COVID-19 among individuals and families who are
experiencing homelessness or receiving homeless assistance, and support additional homeless
assistance and homeless prevention activities to mitigate the impacts created by COVID-19.
Funding is prioritized to serve those most in need through the Rapid Rehousing and Emergency
Shelter program, and to ensure all eligible persons receive equitable services with dignity,
respect and compassion regardless of circumstance, ability, or identity. The funds are awarded
to Continuum of Care (CoC) service areas and contracted to the designated administrative entity.
The County of Butte is the administrative entity for the local CoC. United Way will manage and
oversee the non -congregate shelter (NCS) and rapid rehousing (RRH) operations in Butte County.
NCS operations may begin as early as June 1, 2021 and will continue through January 31, 2022.
RRH services may begin June 1, 2021 and will continue through June 30, 2022. The Department
of Employment and Social Services recommends entering into a contract with United Way to
provide COVID-19 prevention and containment efforts for emergency shelters and rapid
rehousing. The term of this contract is June 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed
$2,000,000 — action requested — APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
(Employment and Social Services)
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5.16 Contracts Related to Emergency COVID-19 Response Services - Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief,
and Economic Stimulus Act, federal funds were made available to prevent, prepare for, and
respond to COVID-19 among individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness or
receiving homeless assistance, and support additional homeless assistance and homeless
prevention activities to mitigate the impacts created by COVID-19. The funds are awarded to
Continuum of Care (CoC) service areas and contracted to the designated administrative entity.
The County of Butte is the administrative entity for the local CoC. In collaboration with the local
CoC, the following contracts have been awarded in response to the COVID-19 pandemic
emergency: 1) Ampla Health, Street Outreach Services - $375,000; 2) Catalyst Domestic Violence
Services, Emergency Shelter Services - $295,000; 3) Help Central, Inc., Emergency Shelter and
Homeless Management Information System Services -$39,700; 4) Oroville Southside Community
Improvement Association, Street Outreach Services - $520,000; 5) Safe Space Winter Shelter,
Inc., Emergency Shelter and Outreach Services - $123,667; and 6) True North Housing Alliance,
Emergency Shelter Services - $300,000. The Department of Employment and Social Services will
be monitoring the contracts and distributing the funding based on the terms set forth by the
State of California — action requested — APPROVE CONTRACTS (6) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR
TO SIGN. (Employment and Social Services)
5.17 Contract with Youth for Change for SB 163 Wraparound Services - Youth for Change specializes
in social services programs which support the healing of children and families by drawing upon
community resources with the goal of family reunification. Services involve families directly in
identifying needs, problem solving, and decision making to assist them in successful transition
out of the child welfare system. In 1997, Senate Bill 163 established wraparound services as an
alternative to placing children in high level group home care. Wraparound is a practice of
partnering with families to provide intensive services to children and families with complex
needs using a team based approach. The SB 163 Wraparound services program provides
comprehensive, collaborative treatment and support services to Butte County youth and their
families. For fiscal year 2020-21, Youth for Change provided SB 163 Wraparound Services to an
average of 28 children/youth per month. The Department recommends entering into a contract
with Youth for Change for SB 163 wraparound services. The term of the contract is July 1, 2021
through June 30, 2022, not -to -exceed $2,863,380— action requested —APPROVE CONTRACT AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Employment and Social Services)
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5.18 Reimbursement for Emergency Services Provided to EI Medio Fire Protection Services - Butte
County Fire Department and the EI Medio Fire Protection District (District) have provided fire
protection service in the south Oroville area under an Automatic Aid Operational Letter of
Understanding since August of 2018. The agreement establishes automatic aid between the two
departments, which provides for prompt emergency intervention by the closest resource
regardless of jurisdiction. The agreement is also based on balanced reciprocity of services. On
December 25, 2021, the District closed Fire Station 3 and ceased providing emergency services.
The District indicated to the Department, the City of Oroville, and Butte LAFCo it intended to
dissolve or contract with another agency to provide services. Since the station closure, the
District has not been able to meet the provisions of the Operational Letter of Understanding. On
May 26, 2021, the District informed the Fire Department it was no longer seeking to dissolve and
intended to re -open Fire Station 3 and was exploring options to purchase a fire engine. During
the period Fire Station 3 was closed, the District continued to receive tax while relying on the
Department to provide emergency services. This has shifted the District's financial responsibility
of providing emergencies services to the County. The Department recommends seeking
reimbursement for emergency services at a rate of $229 per emergency for services provided to
the District during the time frame Fire Station 3 remains closed, and in the future if the District
is unable to meet the reciprocity provision of the automatic aid agreement — action requested -
1) PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF TO SEEK REIMBURSEMENT FROM THE DISTRICT FOR
EMERGENCY SERVICES PROVIDED DURING THE TIME FRAME FIRE STATION 3 REMAINS CLOSED
AND; 2) PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF TO AMEND THE CURRENT OPERATIONAL LETTER OF
UNDERSTANDING TO INCLUDE LANGUAGE THAT ADDRESSES FUTURE COSTS FOR SERVICES
PROVIDED BY THE DEPARTMENT SHOULD THE DISTRICT BE UNABLE TO MEET RECIPROCITY
PROVISIONS OF THE AGREEMENT. (Fire)
5.19 CA Can't Wait Support - The CA Can't Wait Coalition has been formed to advocate for a
sustainable investment in public health. Several associations are leading this campaign, including
but not limited to California State Association of Counties, Rural County Representatives of
California, and County Health Executives Association of California. Local health departments
suffered an average of 20% workforce reduction and significant funding cuts for decades prior
to the COVID-19 pandemic. Reinvestment in public health is vital with State's commitment to
ongoing funding. California cannot wait until the next public health crisis hits. Therefore, the
coalition is urging the Legislature to invest $200 million in ongoing funding to rebuild and sustain
the public health infrastructure. The coalition also requests the Legislature for $3 million to
complete a Pandemic Response Review — action requested — REQUEST APPROVAL OF BUTTE
COUNTY TO JOIN IN SUPPORTING THE CA CAN'T WAIT COALITION. (Public Health)
5.20 Update on Water Issues - Department of Water and Resource Conservation (Department) will
provide the Board of Supervisors (Board) with an update on the following water resource issues:
1. 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
with an emphasis on the Butte subbasin.
2. Miocene Canal - The Department will report on the status of Pacific Gas & Electric's
(PG&E) progress to restore water to the Miocene Canal. The Miocene Canal Workgroup
held their 11th meeting on May 20, 2021. There is nothing new to report since the May
report to the Board. Department is awaiting PG&E to report on the engineering plan to
repair the upper Miocene Canal in July.
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3. Brown Bag Seminar: Airborne Electromagnetic Method - On June 28, 2021 from
11:00AM to 12:30PM, the Department will host a brown bag seminar on the Airborne
Electromagnetic Method (AEM). In 2018, Butte County conducted a pilot project to
acquire geologic data using the AEM method. Christina Buck of Butte County, Todd
Greene of Chico State, and Rosemary Knight of Stanford University will present an
overview of the AEM project and the preliminary data.
4. Drought Conditions - The 2021 Water Year began on October 1, 2020 and will end on
September 30, 2021. The 2021 Water Year is a critically dry year. The Drought Task Force
met on May 18, 2021. The Department will provide the Board with an update on drought
issues, and potential drought impacts in Butte County in a separate agenda item.
5. Palermo Clean Water Project - The Department of Water and Resource Conservation is
conducting a project to bring clean, reliable drinking water to Palermo. A community
meeting was held on June 15, 2021.
Action requested — ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION. (Water)
5.21 Report from the Drought Task Force - In 2004, Butte County adopted the Drought Preparedness
and Mitigation Plan (Resolution 04-200). A key element of the Plan was the creation of the
Drought Task Force (DTF). The charge of the DTF is to monitor hydrologic conditions throughout
the water year and report the findings to the Water Commission and the Board of Supervisors
biannually, quarterly, or monthly as needed. Most of California including Butte County is
experiencing drought conditions. On April 21, 2021, Governor Newsom declared a drought
emergency for the Russian River Watershed and Klamath Basin. On May 10, 2021, Governor
Newsom expanded the drought declaration to 41 counties including Butte County. The U.S.
Drought Monitor has classified most of California, including Butte County as being in an
exceptional drought condition. The DTF met on May 18, 2021 and received the report on
hydrologic conditions, water supply conditions and impacts. The DTF did not make any
recommendations. The DTF will meet again in mid-July. On June 2, 2021, the Water Commission
discussed the report from the DTF and provided staff with issues to bring to the Board of
Supervisors. The Water Commission discussed the need to augment resources to support
current year drought analysis and mitigation. The Department estimates that the drought efforts
identified by the Water Commission could be met by a one-time appropriation of $50,000 to
conduct drought mitigation and analysis. This has been added to the adjustments to the
Recommended Budget for consideration at Budget Hearings June 22, 2021 at 1:30pm.
Additionally, the Water Commission discussed actions that could be pursued to address the
potential for drought conditions continuing next year. The actions included resources for
agriculture to improve water use efficiency. The Department will explore the availability of state
funds such as the Governor's $5.1 billion proposed Drought Resiliency Plan for long-term drought
mitigation — action requested — PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF. (Water)
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6. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND TIMED ITEMS
6.01 1:30PM —Timed Item — Budget Hearing — Butte County Fiscal Year 2021-22 Recommended Budget
On June 8, 2021, the Board of Supervisors directed a public hearing for consideration of the
Recommended Budget to commence on June 22, 2021. The Recommended Budget can be found
on the County website at: www.buttecounty.net/countybudget. At the public hearing, staff will
provide an overview of the Recommended Budget and recommended adjustments (Schedule A and
Schedule B included as an attachment, starting on page 5). At the conclusion of the public hearing,
staff will request Board direction establishing the Adopted Budget for fiscal year 2021-22. The Board
of Supervisors will also be asked to hold a public hearing to consider a 10% transfer (currently
estimated at $885,154) of 1991 Public Health Realignment revenue to the Social Services Fund. This
transfer is recommended to provide funds for public assistance programs such as foster care, aid
for adoptions and In -Home Supportive Services. Section 17600.20(a) of California Welfare and
Institutions Code allows the County to transfer up to 10% of 1991 Realignment between public
health, mental health, and social services subaccounts to meet local needs — action requested:
1) APPROVE THE RECOMMENDED BUDGET AS ADJUSTED FOR SPENDING AUTHORITY, INCLUDING
THOSE RELATED TO TRANSFERS AND CAPITAL ASSETS AS IDENTIFIED ON THE CAPITAL ASSET
SCHEDULE (PAGE 624-625), ROAD FUND WORK PROGRAM (PAGE 221-224), SCHEDULE A AND
SCHEDULE B UNTIL THE BUDGET IS ADOPTED;
2) PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF TO PREPARE A BUDGET RESOLUTION FOR CONSIDERATION ON
JULY 20, 2021;
3) PROVIDE DIRECTION THAT IF THE GENERAL FUND BALANCE AVAILABLE EXCEEDS $18.9 MILLION
THE ADDITIONAL AMOUNT WILL BE USED TO INCREASE GENERAL FUND APPROPRIATION FOR
CONTINGENCIES. IFTHE GENERAL FUND BALANCE AVAILABLE IS LESSTHAN $18.9 MILLION, ANY
SHORTFALL WILL BE ADDRESSED BY REDUCING GENERAL FUND APPROPRIATION FOR
CONTINGENCIES AND ANY SHORTFALL GREATER THAN THE GENERAL FUND APPROPRIATION
FOR CONTINGENCIES AMOUNT WILL BE ADDRESSED BY REDUCING THE GENERAL FUND
RESERVE;
4) ACCEPT THE COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS PARTNERSHIP BUDGET OF $9,331,887 WHICH IS
INCORPORATED INTO THE RECOMMENDED BUDGET; AND
5) HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A 10% TRANSFER OF PUBLIC HEALTH 1991
REALIGNMENT REVENUES TO THE SOCIAL SERVICES FUND (ESTIMATED TO BE $885,154), AND
ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TRANSFERS. (County Administration)
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7. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CLOSED SESSION
(To be held concurrently with the In -Home Supportive Services Public Authority Board 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
7.02 Actual litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1):
A. County of Butte, et al. v. Amerisourcebergen Drug Corporation, et aL, U.S. District Court -
Northern District of Ohio, Eastern Division Case No. 18 -op -45627.
7.03 Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4):
A. One potential case.
7.04 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
RECESS
Recess as the Butte County Board of Supervisors and convene as the In -Home Supportive Services Public
Authority Board.
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IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES
PUBLIC AUTHORITY BOARD AGENDA
JUNE 22, 2021
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. CONSENT AGENDA
2.01 Butte County In -Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Public Authority (PA) Budget for FY 2021-22 -
The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends approval of the IHSS PA budget
of $426,955 for FY 2021-22, which is an increase of 9.8% compared to FY 2020-21. This budget
pays for the operations of the PA and not the IHSS providers — action requested — APPROVE THE
IHSS PA BUDGET. (Employment and Social Services)
3. REGULAR AGENDA (NONE)
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
Comments to the In -Home Supportive Services Public Authority 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 In -Home Supportive Services Public Authority Board is prohibited from taking action on any item
not listed on the agenda.
5. CLOSED SESSION
(To be held concurrently with the Board of Supervisors Closed Session)
5.01 Conference with Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Labor Negotiators: Shelby Boston, Sheri Waters, Jack Hughes, and Meegan Jessee
RECESS
Recess as the In -Home Supportive Services Public Authority Board and convene as the Thompson Flat Cemetery
District Board of Trustees.
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA -JUNE 22, 2021
THOMPSON FLAT CEMETERY DISTRICT
BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA
JUNE 22, 2021
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. CONSENT AGENDA (NONE)
3. REGULAR AGENDA
3.01 Thompson Flat Cemetery District FY 2021-22 Recommended Budget - On August 10, 1999, the
Butte County Board of Supervisors became the Board of Trustees for the Thompson Flat
Cemetery District. Daily cemetery business is conducted by the Director, General Services, and
maintenance and cemetery operations are provided by the Gridley -Biggs Cemetery District
through an operational agreement with the County. An expenditure budget in the amount of
$12,000 has been prepared for Fiscal Year 2021-22 covering the operation and maintenance of
the Cemetery. Routine expenses typically total $1,000-$2,000 per year, however staff
recommend appropriating additional funds to address any unanticipated maintenance if
necessary. Thompson Flat Cemetery District receives an anticipated $4,410 in Revenue through
property taxes. The total recommended budget is $12,000 with the difference between revenues
and expenditures covered with anticipated fund balance of approximately $15,260. Approval of
the Recommended Budget also provides the authority for continuing, District expenditures until
the Adopted Budget is approved in July. Budget hearings provide an opportunity for the
community to comment on the Recommended Budget and for the Board of Trustees to make
adjustments to the budget. The Recommended Budget is prepared by the Department of
General Services and may be found at http://www.buttecounty.net/generaIservices - action
requested - 1) APPROVE THE RECOMMENDED BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021-22 AS THE
AUTHORITY FOR EXPENDITURES UNTIL THE FISCAL YEAR 2021-22 BUDGET IS ADOPTED; AND 2)
DIRECT STAFF TO PREPARE A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE BUDGET JULY 20, 2021. (General
Services)
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
Comments to the Thompson Flat Cemetery District Board of Trustees 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 Thompson Flat Cemetery District Board of Trustees is prohibited from taking action on any item
not listed on the agenda.
5. CLOSED SESSION (NONE)
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Adjourn as the Thompson Flat Cemetery District Board of Trustees and reconvene as the Butte County Board of
Supervisors.
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Butte County
Information and Procedures Concerning the Agenda and
Department Heads
Board of Supervisors Meetings
Agricultural
Commissioner:
Louie Mendoza
Meeting Information:
Assessor*:
Meetings are generally held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. Meetings start at 9:00 a.m. and are
Diane Brown
held in the Board of Supervisors Chambers, County Administration Building, 25 County Center Drive, Oroville. At
Auditor -Controller*:
the end of each year the Board adopts a meeting schedule for the upcoming year. Meeting dates can be changed
Graciela Gutierrez
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
Behavioral Health:
website page.
Scott Kennelly
Chief Administrative
Agenda Information:
Officer:
The agenda for every meeting of the Board is posted in front of the County Administration Building at least 72
Andy Pickett
hours before each meeting, and is available by mail subscription, e-mail subscription, or at the Clerk of the Board
Chief Probation Officer:
website. A copy of the agenda and supporting materials provided to the Board of Supervisors members to
Wayne Barley
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
Child Support Services:
libraries (please do not remove items from these files), and at the Clerk of the Board website. Copies of
Sean Farrell
supporting materials can be made for you at a charge to cover costs. The list of communications included with
Clerk -Recorder/
the agenda packages is not comprehensive. Additional communications to the Board of Supervisors may have
Registrar of Voters*:
been received but not included in the agenda supporting material. Copies of all communications received by the
Candace Grubbs
Board of Supervisors (excluding documents that are not a public record within the meaning of the Public Records
County Counsel:
Act) are available at the County Administrative Office upon request.
Bruce Alpert
Agenda Format and Meeting Order:
Development Services:
Paula Daneluk
The agenda is usually organized into the following areas and meetings generally proceed in the following order:
1.
Public Comment: this is the area of the agenda where members of the audience may address the Board on any
District Attorney*:
matter not listed on the agenda. The Board, by law, cannot take action on any matter not listed on the agenda,
Mike Ramsey
but may respond to statements or questions and provide staff direction.
Employment & Social
2.
Consent Agenda: These items are considered routine and are handled by one motion and vote of the Board. If
Services:
you wish to discuss any item on the Consent Agenda you can either fill out a speaker card (located in the back of
Shelby Boston
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
Fire Chief:
there is anything anyone would like to remove from the Consent Agenda, stand and approach the podium and
John Messina
request the item be removed. The removed items are discussed at the end of the Regular Agenda.
3.
Regular Agenda: this is where presentations to the Board and items that require full discussion are heard. Items
General Services:
removed from the Consent Agenda are discussed under this section.
Grant Hunsicker
4.
Public Hearing and Timed Items: this is where items that are required by law to be heard as a public hearing are
Human Resources:
set. This is the section where appeals before the Board are usually discussed. Hearings may start after the time
Sheri Waters
listed, but will never start before the time listed.
Information Systems:
5.
Closed Session: The Board is authorized, by law, to meet in a closed session in certain circumstances. This area
Dino Cabal
of the agenda identifies those items that will be discussed during the closed session.
Library:
Public Participation:
Narinder Sufi
It is the policy of the Board of Supervisors, and a requirement of the California Open Meetings Law, to allow
Public Health:
members of the public the opportunity to comment on all matters before the Board. Public participation is limited
Danette York
to matters within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Board pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
Public Works:
The Board has adopted policy and procedures to facilitate the meeting process and conduct. A complete listing
Joshua Pack
of these policies and procedures can be found in the printed booklet agenda, obtained at the County
Sheriff -Coroner*:
Administrative Office, or viewed at the Clerk of the Board website.
Kory Honea
The Board of Supervisors is also committed to making its proceedings accessible to all residents. Individuals with
Treasurer -Tax Collector*:
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.
Troy Kidd
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
UC Cooperative
Extension Advisor:
meeting.
Luis Espino
For further information contact the:
Water & Resource
Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
Conservation:
County Administration Office
Paul Gosselin
25 County Center Drive, Suite 200, Oroville, CA 95965
*Elected Official
530.552.3300
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