HomeMy WebLinkAboutM10.24.23ANDY PICKETT,
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE
OFFICER
CLERK OF THE BOARD
BUTTE COUNTY
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MEMBERS OF THE
BOARD
Regular Meeting Agenda
BILL CONNELLY,
DISTRICT
October 24, 2023
PETER DURFEE,
9:00 AM
DISTRICT 2
TAMI RITTER,
MEETING LOCATION
DISTRICT
BOARD OF SUPERVISOR CHAMBERS
TOD KIMMELSHUE,
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
DISTRICT
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA 95965-3380
DOUG TEETER,
DISTRICT 5
BRAD STEPHENS,
COUNTY COUNSEL
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1. CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2A. CORRECTIONS AND/OR CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
No corrections or changes for the Consent Agenda.
2113. ANNOUNCEMENT(S) OF RECUSAL
3. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Supervisor Comments on Consent Agenda Items
B. Adopt Consent Agenda
3.01 Approval of Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting Minutes
Submitted for approval are the October 10, 2023 Board of Supervisors Regular
Meeting Minutes. (County Administration)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE OCTOBER 10, 2023 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN
Minutes
The following member(s) of the public submitted Public Comment on this
item: John Stonebraker (electronically)
3.02 Amendment to Services Agreement with Butte Local Agency Formation
Commission (LAFCo)
On March 26, 2013 the Board of Supervisors approved a services agreement with
LAFCo. The services agreement outlines statutory, cooperative, and compensated
support services provided to LAFCo by the County. Compensated services in which
LAFCo pays the County for services provided include Information Systems,
Communications, Accounting, Treasury, General Services and Human Resources. As
outlined by the current services agreement, staff served LAFCo with a 180- day
notice to amend the agreement on January 11, 2022 to update costs and eliminate
the payroll function. In order to facilitate LAFCo's transition to a new payroll
provider the notice was rescinded and/or extended on August 8, 2022, December
28, 2022, June 17, 2023, and August 30, 2023. During the months of June through
August, LAFCo began a transition plan for payroll services and is currently
transitioning payroll services to a private payroll company. Staff recommend the
Board approve an amendment to the services agreement. The amendment adjusts
rates for services listed for Communications, Treasury, and Human Resources;
removes payroll services; and adds language to specify the mechanism and entity
for initiation of amendment or termination. All other terms remain the same.
(County Administration)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN
Staff Report
3.03 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Butte County Law Library (BCLL)
for Small Claims Advisory Services
The County and BCLL have a longstanding MOU that governs the provision of small
claims administration within the County. California Code of Civil Procedure
Sections116.260 and 116.940 require the County to provide small claims advisory
services to small claims litigants without charge. The County satisfies its statutory
obligations through the use of a recorded telephonic message that provides general
information regarding small claims, as well as informational booklets. The message
also advises litigants of the resources available at the BCLL. The County entered into
an MOU with BCLL to compensate for the increased use of its facility and services
which expired on June 30, 2023. County Administration recommends approval of an
MOU with BCLL to maintain the existing arrangement with BCLL for small claims
advisory services. The term of the contract is upon execution through June 30,
2026, not -to -exceed $15,000 ($5,000 per year). (County Administration)
Action Requested - APPROVE MOU AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN
Staff Report
3.04 Letter of Support for Town of Paradise's Chico to Paradise Skyway Bikeway Project
Application
In June of 2011, the Butte County Board of Supervisors adopted the Countywide
Bikeway Master Plan (Master Plan). The Master Plan, prepared by Butte County
Public Works, sets forth a vision for making bicycling an integral part of the
transportation system within the County's unincorporated limits. The Master Plan
includes emphasis on regional connectivity between the local cities of Biggs, Chico,
Gridley, Oroville, and the Town of Paradise. The Town of Paradise is proposing a
Chico to Paradise Skyway Bikeway Project (Project) which builds off of the County's
existing Class 1 Bike Path shown in the Master Plan, and is consistent with the
planned facilities shown in the Master Plan specific to Skyway from Honey Run
Road to Paradise Town limits. Additionally, bike access is a critical element of the
Town's 2022 Transportation Master Plan, which identified multimodal
transportation network improvements to enhance walking, biking, daily circulation,
and evacuation needs. On September 14, 2023, a letter supporting an application to
the Reconnecting Communities: Highways to Boulevards Grant Program for the
Project was signed by the CAO in advance of the application deadline. Staff
recommends the Board ratify the letter. (County Administration)
Action Requested - RATIFY LETTER OF SUPPORT
Staff Report
The following member(s) of the public submitted Public Comment on this
item: John Stonebraker (electronically)
3.05 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. The County contracts
with 18 full-time attorneys and one half-time attorney in the consortium. The
County contract with Ronald Reed, who served as a full-time attorney, ends October
31, 2023. The consortium selected Janae Sorenson to fill the role held by Mr. Reed
and selected Robert Towne to serve as a full-time attorney to fill the role held by
Ms. Sorenson. Mr. Towne currently serves as a part-time attorney. The consortium
selected Camille Pendery to serve as a part-time attorney in the role previously held
by Mr. Towne. County Administration recommends amending the contract with Mr.
Towne to a full-time attorney starting November 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024;
not -to -exceed $154,323,to the new rate of $13,345 per month, and entering into a
contract with Ms. Pendery to serve as a part-time attorney providing indigent
defense services with a term of November 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024; not -to -
exceed $53,378, which is $6,672 per month. (County Administration)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN
Staff Report
3.06 Fiscal Year 2023-24 Consolidated Budget Adjustments
Each fall, County Administration coordinates a consolidated budget adjustment for
multiple departments containing routine budget adjustments that are needed in
transitioning to the new fiscal year (FY). Staff have updated revenue estimates, as
well as more precise cost estimates for projects, vehicles, and other purchases
spanning fiscal years that need to be rebudgeted in FY 2023-24, and have identified
a number of recommended budget clean-up actions. The adjustments are a net
total $7,179,677 in additional appropriations, including transfers between funds,
and an increase of $340,301 in General Fund Appropriation for Contingencies.
Which has a current balance of $7,110,126, and will have an updated balance of
$7,450,427 when these adjustments are made. The remaining adjustments are
offset by the use of fund balances or increased revenue. All American Rescue Plan
Act (ARPA) rebudgets are for previous Board approved programs. (County
Administration)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED);
AND 2) AUTHORIZE CAPITAL ASSET AUTHORITY FOR THE PURCHASE OF 5 VEHICLES
INCLUDING PARTS AND EQUIPMENT
Staff Report
3.07 Agreement with Tetra Tech, Inc. for an After Action Report (AAR)
California Code of Regulations, Title 19, section 2450 requires that any city or
county declaring a local emergency complete and submit an AAR, which provides an
analysis of a response to a declared emergency or disaster, to Cal OES after the
close of the incident or response. With the close of the COVID-19 emergency
response the County is required to complete an AAR. On May 30, 2023 staff
released a Request for Proposals and received the following 8 responses: Centurion
Solutions of Bryan, Texas; Connect Consulting of Sacramento, California; Constant
Associates of Torrance, California; HQE Systems of Temecula, California; Integrated
Solutions Consulting of Edwardsville, Illinois; RCSG Inc. of Hillsboro, Oregon; Tetra
Tech, Inc. of Maitland, Florida; and Witt O'Brien's of Houston, Texas. Tetra Tech, Inc.
was the highest overall scoring response. Staff recommend the Board of Supervisors
approve an agreement with Tetra Tech, Inc. for completion of an AAR. The term of
the agreement is date of execution through April 30, 2024, not -to -exceed $89,200
and will be funded with dedicated grant funds. (County Administration)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN
Staff Report
3.08 Amendment No. 7 to Contract with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore
On October 25, 2011, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with Liebert
Cassidy Whitmore, a Professional Corporation, for legal services pertaining to
employment relations matters, including representation in negotiations and in
administrative and Court hearings with billing and payment by hourly rates. Since
that time, the Board approved six contract amendments increasing the hourly
rates. The agreement does not expire but either party possesses the option to
terminate with a thirty day written notice. County Counsel recommends amending
the contract with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore for legal services. The amendment will
increase hourly rates between $10-$40, effective November 1, 2023. All other
terms to remain the same. (County Administration)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR
TO SIGN
Staff Report
3.09 Resolution Amending the Butte County Conflict of Interest Code
The Political Reform Act (Government Code section 81000 et seq.) requires the
County to review its Code biennially to determine if the Code is accurate, or
alternatively, if the Code needs to be amended. Each of the individuals holding
positions designated in the Code must file an annual Statement of Economic
Interests - Form 700, as described in the resolution and attachments. The Code was
most recently amended by Resolution No. 22-068 on May 10, 2022. This revision
adds Appendix B - Part 3 Committees and Commissions, which includes the Butte
County Groundwater Sustainability Agency, In -Home Supportive Services Public
Authority, and Butte County Public Facilities Financing Corporation. All committees
are composed solely of members of the Board of Supervisors who are required to
file under California Government section 87200, and the committees are staffed by
employees who are required to file under Butte County's code. The County
Counsel's Office recommends the Board adopt a resolution reflecting these
changes. (County Administration)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN
Staff Report
Resolution 23-126
3.10 Community Planning Month Resolution
The American Planning Association endorses National Community Planning Month
as an opportunity to highlight how planning is essential to recovery and how
planners can lead communities to equitable, resilient and long-lasting recovery. The
celebration of Community Planning Month gives the opportunity to publicly
recognize the participation and dedication of the members of the planning
commission and other citizen planners who have contributed their time and
expertise to the improvement of the County of Butte. Community planning provides
an opportunity for all residents to be meaningfully involved in making choices that
determine the future of their community. The Butte County Department of
Development Services recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution
recognizing October, 2023, as National Community Planning Month (Development
Services)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN
Staff Report
Resolution 23-127
Supervisor Teeter read the resolution, Paula Daneluk, Director of Development
Services, spoke and received the resolution.
3.11 Resolution Amending Salary Ordinance and Budget Adjustment Adding One
Sunset Position to the Department of Development Services to Support the
Encampment Resolution Funding Program, Round 2
The State of California, through Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency,
administers the Encampment Resolution Funding Program Round 2 (ERF-2-R)
program for people residing in encampments. The Department of Employment and
Social Services was awarded ERF- 2-R funds to permanently house encampment
residents of two identified encampments through rental assistance and outreach
support. The revenue agreement with Business, Consumer Services and Housing
Agency was previously approved by the Board of Supervisors on August 8, 2023.
Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency awarded a total of $1,075,300 to
be expended by March 31, 2027. A majority of the funds will be used for permanent
housing and support as well as personnel costs. The Department is working
alongside the Departments of Behavioral Health, Probation, and the Sheriff's Office
to support the unhoused individuals residing in these encampments. The
Department of Development Services recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt
a resolution amending the Salary Ordinance to add one sunset Code Enforcement
Officer, term ending March 30, 2025, and approve a budget adjustment.
(Development Services)
Action Requested - 1) ADOPT RESOLUTION AMENDING THE SALARY ORDINANCE
AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN; AND 2) APPROVE BUDGET ADJUSTMENT (4/5
VOTE REQUIRED)
Staff Report
Resolution 23-128
3.12 Resolution and Budget Adjustment to Butte County Fire Department for CAL FIRE
California Climate Investments Fire Prevention Grant
In Fiscal Year 2022-23, the Butte County Fire Department applied for the California
Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) California Climate
Investments Fire Prevention Grant. The Fire Department received notice the grant
has been awarded in the amount of $283,360. The project performance period is
from date of execution through December 31, 2025. The grant will provide
resources to update and enhance the Butte County Community Wildfire Protection
Plan (CWPP) with the focus to develop comprehensive, accessible, collaborative and
community -based wildfire prevention planning tools. The CWPP will be updated
with current data, assessments, plans, organization, and format. The current CWPP
will be transformed into an accessible online "Story Map" which will be further
updated with the 2025-2030 CWPP update. Together the CWPP report and Story
Map will form a powerful framework in reducing wildfire risks for the county by
bringing timely information and collaborative tracking to the County. The grant has
no match requirement, and therefore there is no cost to the County. (Development
Services)
Action Requested - 1) ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN;
AND 2) APPROVE BUDGET ADJUSTMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
Staff Report
Resolution 23-129
3.13 Budget Adjustment for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24 Phase I of the County Facility
Deferred Maintenance and Rehabilitation Projects
On October 10, 2023, the Board of Supervisors approved use of $50.7 million in
PG&E Settlement funds for the County Facility Deferred Maintenance and
Rehabilitation Program. The Program identified nine critical deferred maintenance
projects as Phase I, six of which are proposed to begin in FY 2023-24. These projects
are: Main County Server Room ($3 million); Juvenile Hall Roof Replacement ($1.7
million); St. John's Mountain Communications Site Vault ($2 million); 308 Nelson/3
County Center Drive HVAC Redesign ($2.2 million); 7 County Center Drive HVAC
Redesign ($1.2 million); Gridley Veterans Memorial Hall Roof Replacement ($1.3
million.) Of these projects, all but the Juvenile Hall and Gridley Veterans Memorial
Hall Roofs are capital projects. The Department of General Services requests
approval of a budget adjustment in the total amount of $11.4 million and capital
asset authority on four of the six listed projects. (General Services)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE BUDGET ADJUSTMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED); AND
2) APPROVE CAPITAL ASSET AUTHORITY
Staff Report
3.14 Contract with Mustang Consulting Group, Inc. for Job Order Contracting (JOC)
Consulting Services for the Department of General Services
Public Contract Code section 20128.5 allows the County to implement a JOC
services process to select vendors to complete specific individual projects under a
single umbrella contract executed by the Board of Supervisors. The JOC program
provides a streamlined process for expediting construction and capital
improvement projects, but requires contract administration. The Departments of
General Services and Public Works contract with Gordian for JOC services and
contract administration. Gordian is no longer providing contract administration. On
July 27, 2023, the Departments released a joint Request for Proposal (RFP) for JOC
consulting services for contract administration. Funding is included within each
project budget, and payment is based only on work completed under the umbrella
contracts. No fee is due if no work is completed under an umbrella contract. The
JOC program has streamlined maintenance and construction projects, allowing the
Departments to complete these projects promptly. One proposal was received from
Mustang Consulting Group, Inc., of Sacramento. The proposal was reviewed, and
determined that Mustang Consulting Group was qualified to provide the required
services. The Department of General Services recommends entering into a contract
with Mustang Consulting Group, Inc., for JOC consulting services. The contract term
is November 1, 2023, through April 29, 2026, not to exceed $250,000. (General
Services)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN
Staff Report
3.15 Resolution Honoring Butte County Employees for Dedicated Years of Service
Each year, the Board of Supervisors recognizes employees who have reached
service increments of 30, 35, 40, and 45 years of continuous service to Butte County
for dedicated years of service. For 2023 the County recognizes Sheriff - Coroner
Kory Honea for 30 years of service and District Attorney Michael Ramsey for 45
years of service. (Human Resources)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTIONS (2) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN
Sheri Waters, Director of Human Resources spoke and introduced the resolutions.
Supervisor Durfee read the resolution, Sheriff Kory Honea spoke and received the
resolution.
Supervisor Ritter read the resolution, District Attorney Mike Ramsey spoke and
received the resolution.
Staff Report
Resolution 23-130
Resolution 23-131
The following member(s) of the public submitted Public Comment on this
item: John Stonebraker(electronically)
3.16 Resolution to Amend the Salary Ordinance
The Department of Human Resources recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt
a resolution amending the Salary Ordinance for the following departments:
EMPLOYMENT AND SOCIAL SERVICES: Convert 1 flexibly staffed Administrative
Assistant/Senior Administrative Assistant position to 1 flexibly staffed
Administrative Assistant /Senior Administrative Assistant / Administrative
Technician position. Adding the Administrative Technician level will better suit the
needs of the Department. The proposed change is an estimated annual increase of
$9,000 and will be paid for with salary savings in current year and realignment
funds for future fiscal years. Total allocations remain unchanged. PUBLIC HEALTH:
Add 1 Environmental Health Technician Term 06/30/2024 position. Delete 1 flexibly
staffed Environmental Health Specialist I / Environmental Health Specialist II
/Environmental Health Specialist III / Senior Environmental Health Specialist Term
06/30/2024 position. The proposed staffing change better suits the current needs
of the Department and results in an estimated annual savings of $12,197. Total
allocations remain unchanged. (Human Resources)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN
Staff Report
Resolution 23-132
3.17 Library Budget Adjustment for California State Library Grant Funding
The Library Department receives grant funding from the California State Library for
the Adult Literacy Program and the Family Literacy Program. The state grant award
for current fiscal year for both programs is higher than anticipated. The Department
will receive an additional award of $15,777 for the Adult Literacy Program and
$15,195 for the Family Literacy Program. Additionally, the Department was awarded
one-time funding from California State Library for English as a second language
services of $6,304. The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve
a budget adjustment of $37,276 for the increased grant awards and services.
(Library)
Action Requested - APPROVE BUDGET ADJUSTMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
Staff Report
3.18 Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with United Rentals for Equipment Rentals
The Department of Public Works regularly rents specialized equipment to
supplement equipment used for the maintenance and operations in the
Department's Road Division and at the Neal Road Recycling and Waste Facility.
Historically, the Department has utilized the "all-inclusive" exemption to solicit
equipment rentals from local rental yards. The County currently holds BPAs with 1-5
Rentals, Inc., located in Redding (expires April 29, 2026); United Rentals, located in
Chico (expires October 27, 2023); Rental Guys, located in Chico (expires May 10,
2025); and Holt Equipment, located in Yuba City (expires September 12, 2026).
Funds for equipment rental are included in the FY 2023-24 Road Fund and
Enterprise Fund budgets. The Department recommends entering into a BPA with
United Rentals for equipment rental. The term of the BPA is three years from the
date of execution, not to exceed $250,000. (Public Works)
Action Requested - APPROVE BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE
THE CHAIR TO SIGN
Staff Report
3.19 Contract with Dokken Engineering for Professional Engineering Consultant
Services for Oro- Quincy Hwy Road Failure Repair at Mile Marker 12.2
In January 2023, the County was struck by an atmospheric river, which resulted in
road and wall failure on Oro -Quincy Highway at mile marker 12.2. On July 6, 2023,
the Department of Public Works released a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to
procure a professional engineering consultant to provide engineering, surveying,
environmental, and right-of-way services detailing the construction documents to
repair the Oro -Quincy Highway Road failure at mile marker 12.2. On August 4, 2023,
the Department received two Statements of Qualifications evaluated and ranked
based on experience, capacity, qualifications, and overarching professional
credentials. The Department determined Dokken Engineering of Redding to be the
most qualified firm due to its aptitude for delivering engineering consulting services
that align with the project's specific demands. The Department recommends the
Board of Supervisors enter into a contract with Dokken Engineering for professional
engineering consultant services relating to the Oro -Quincy Highway Road Failure
Repair at mile marker 12.2. The term of the contract is from the date of execution
through October 24, 2026, not to exceed $531,184. (Public Works)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN
Staff Report
3.20 Contract with Mustang Consulting Group, Inc. for Job Order Contracting (JOC)
Consulting Services for the Department of Public Works
Public Contract Code section 20128.5 allows the County to implement a JOC
services process to select vendors to complete specific individual projects under a
single umbrella contract executed by the Board of Supervisors. The JOC program
provides a streamlined process for expediting construction and capital
improvement projects, but requires contract administration. The Departments of
General Services and Public Works contract with Gordian for JOC services and
contract administration. Gordian is no longer providing contract administration. On
July 27, 2023, the Departments released a joint Request for Proposals (RFP) for JOC
consulting services to assist the Department in soliciting the best price for umbrella
contracts and to confirm work released under any umbrella contract is completed
within the established price. Funding is included within each project budget, and
payment is based only on work completed under the umbrella contracts. No fee is
due if no work is completed under an umbrella contract. The JOC program has
streamlined maintenance and construction projects, allowing the Departments to
complete these projects promptly. One proposal was received from Mustang
Consulting Group, Inc., of Sacramento. The proposal was reviewed, and determined
that Mustang Consulting Group, Inc., was qualified to provide the required services.
The Department of Public Works recommends the Board enter into a contract with
Mustang Consulting Group, Inc., for JOC consulting services. The contract term is
November 1, 2023, through April 29, 2026, not to exceed $250,000. (Public Works)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN
Staff Report
3.21 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with City of Chico for 2023 Local
Solicitation Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program Funds and Budget Adjustment
Each year the City of Chico and the Sheriff's Office receive an allocation of federal
funds disbursed by the US Department of Justice (DOJ) referred to as JAG Program.
The City of Chico receives funds from the DOJ and passes them to the Sheriff's
Office through the use of this MOU. The Sheriff's Office portion of the allocation for
the 2023 JAG funds is $26,182 and will be used to pay for the purchase of
equipment. The Department recommends entering into the MOU with the City of
Chico for Local Solicitation JAG program funds and adjusting the budget in the
amount of $26,182. The term of the MOU begins October 1, 2022 and ends
September 30, 2026, not to exceed $26,182. (Sheriff)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE MOU AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN; AND 2)
APPROVE BUDGET ADJUSTMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
Staff Report
3.22 High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) Program Revenue Budget Adjustment
and Capital Asset Purchase
In July 2022, the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP)
announced the addition of Butte County to the ONDCP funded HIDTA program as
part of the Central Valley California HIDTA region (CVC HIDTA). HIDTA is a federally
funded program whose purpose is to disrupt and dismantle drug trafficking
operations (DTOs) that threaten public health and safety. ONDCP provides HIDTA
funding to CVC HIDTA, which in turn provides funding to participating agencies
within the region based on law enforcement case load statistics. Due to the
extraordinary work performed by the Special Enforcement Unit of the Sheriff's
Office and the Butte Interagency Narcotics Task Force (BINTF), which includes
representatives from Chico Police Department, Gridley Police Department,
California Highway Patrol, Oroville Police Department, the Probation Department,
the District Attorney's Office, and the Sheriff's Office, CVC HIDTA has provided an
annual allocation of $150,000 to BINTF participating agencies in Butte County. In
coordination with all participating BINTF agencies, the Sheriff's Office will receive
$93,500 in HIDTA funds to spend this calendar year. The Sheriff's Office
recommends accepting CVC HIDTA funds and appropriating $93,500 in the FY 23-24
budget to allow for the purchase of several items, including: two (2) dump trailers,
two (2) portable chemical hoods, uniforms, and miscellaneous small tools and
equipment. The estimated cost of the dump trailers (approximately $17,500 each)
and the portable chemical hoods (approximately $15,000 each) require capital asset
purchase authority. (Sheriff)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE BUDGET ADJUSTMENT (4/5TH VOTE); AND 2)
APPROVE CAPITAL ASSET PURCHASES (4)
Staff Report
3.23 Fiscal Year 2022-23 Annual Inmate Welfare Fund Expenditure Report
Per Penal Code section 4025(e) the Sheriff shall report annually on Inmate Welfare
Fund expenditures. In FY 2022-23, $450,000 was expended to benefit the inmates
of the Butte County Jail. A detailed list of expenditures is included in the agenda
report. (Sheriff)
Action Requested - ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION
Staff Report
3.24 Contract amendment with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP (Lineberger)
for the collection of delinquent court and property tax accounts
The Treasurer -Tax Collector's Office has contracted with Linebarger since July 1,
2019 for collection services with delinquent accounts for the Central Collections
and Property Tax Divisions. This has been done in accordance with State Master
Agreement MA-2018-18. The selected accounts are established by the County and
not fully paid for 30 or more days from the date of their assessment or imposition.
The original agreement was approved by General Services due to their contract
authority extending up to $100,000 aggregate per fiscal year. This amendment will
be the first time the contract has gone before the Board. The Department
recommends amending the contract with Linebarger for the collection of
delinquent court and property tax accounts. The amendment extends the term of
the contract by five years through December 31, 2028, and increases the maximum
payable amount by $100,000, not -to -exceed $200,000. All other terms remain the
same. (Treasurer -Tax Collector)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR
TO SIGN
Staff Report
Action: Approve the Consent Agenda
Motion: Supervisor Teeter
Seconded: Supervisor Ritter
The Consent Agenda was approved by 4-0-1
4. REGULAR AGENDA
4.01 Boards, Commissions and Committees
(List available at www.buttecounty.net/clerkoftheboard/appoinmentslist)
A. Appointments to Listed Vacancies None
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)
Supervisor Durfee: Received phone calls from constituents, attended Transfer
Flow's 40th Anniversary, attended the Community Action Agency of Butte County
Fresh Choice Pantry in Oroville, visited the Tribal Relations space on the Chico
State campus, and Assistant attended the Homeless Planning Symposium.
Supervisor Teeter: Invited by Butte Creek to attend a Sheriff safety discussion,
attended Fire Safety Council meeting in Forest Ranch with CalTrans, had a Zoom
meeting with the Lt. Governor's Office, attended Rural County Representative of
California (RCRC) meeting with California's Insurance Commissioner, attended
Stepping Stones Graduation, and attended meetings on Poe Hiking Trail as part of
the FERC license.
Supervisor Ritter: Assistant attended the Homeless Planning Symposium,
attended Passages Adult Resource meeting, met with seniors at the Terraces,
attended Butte County Behavioral Health Advisory Board meeting, attended
Stepping Stones graduation, meeting at Pleasant Valley Mobile Estates Mobile
Home in Chico regarding significant issues with increased land leases, attended
Red Bluff Senior Event Long Range Plan for Aging and spoke with many
constituents.
Chair Kimmelshue — Attended the California Northern Regional Land Trust dinner,
attended Sierra Oro Farm Trail dinner, breakfast with new PG&E representative
and toured areas of concern in the 4th District, Biggs Sun West Rice elevator
storage facility caught fire - thanks to Chief for their efforts which resulted in
limited damage, attended the Northern Sacramento Valley Integrated Regional
Water Management Technical Advisory Committee in Willows, the Library
Advisory Committee meeting in Gridley with CAO Andy Pickett, Chico Community
Scholarship Foundation dinner in Chico, Stepping Stones graduation and attended
the North State Master Plan on Aging with Supervisor Ritter.
4.02 Board of Supervisors Public Comment - Comments to the Board on issues and
items not listed on the agenda. Pursuant to California State law, the Board of
Supervisors is prohibited from taking action on any item not listed on the agenda.
Please note that Public Comment is in two separate sections. One, as the first
regular item on the agenda, which will last a maximum of 15 minutes, with
another to follow as the last item on the regular agenda with no time limits.
The following member(s) of the public submitted Public Comment on this item:
Diana Dreiss (electronically and in person) and Julie Threet (in person)
4.03 Budget adjustment from General Fund Contingencies for North Valley Animal
Disaster Group (NVADG)
The County partners with various groups for services during a disaster. These
partnerships are governed by MOU's which are required by FEMA for
reimbursement and provide clarity about decision making and authority to ensure
effective EOC operations. NVADG provides skilled and valuable animal sheltering,
transportation and feeding during disasters and has an MOU which governs the
relationship. Unfortunately, during the Camp Fire NVADG operated outside of this
agreement and incurred costs outside of the MOU and in conflict with federal
policy. Specifically, the MOU requires NVADG to make resource requests through
the County and in accordance with purchasing policy. Due to this lapse by NVADG,
the County's claim to FEMA did not include NVADG's costs. Had NVADG used the
process outlined in the MOU the costs would have been borne by the County and
submitted to FEMA for reimbursement. FEMA Policy within the Public Assistance
Program and Policy Guide states, "The applicant must include required provisions in
all contracts awarded and maintain oversight to ensure contractors perform
according to conditions and specifications of the contract and any purchase orders."
Expenses outside of the MOU and in conflict with purchasing policy can't meet this
requirement. NVDAG has requested to be reimbursed for $199,046 in costs
incurred. Since these are costs that were incurred outside of the MOU, FEMA would
have denied them. The only way for NVADG to be reimbursed is for the County to
use General Fund Appropriation for Contingency. Staff recommendations take into
consideration that NVADG is a financially healthy organization who was supported
by generous donations during and after the Camp Fire and that the County's
General Fund resources are scarce, to the point that staff had to recommend closing
fire stations and reducing library services to balance the budget. With this in mind,
staff do not recommend reimbursing NVADG.
Action Requested - CONSIDER REIMBURSEMENT OF $199,046 TO NVDAG AND
ASSOCIATED BUDGET ADJUSTMENT FROM GENERAL FUND APPROPRIATION FOR
CONTINGENCIES (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
Staff Report
Andy Pickett, Chief Administrative Officer and Angie Mannel, Administrative
Analyst II, presented this item to the Board.
Action: CONSIDER REIMBURSEMENT OF $199,046 TO NVDAG AND ASSOCIATED
BUDGET ADJUSTMENT FROM GENERAL FUND APPROPRIATION FOR
CONTINGENCIES (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
Motion: Chair Kimmelshue
Seconded: None
Motion died for lack of second.
The following member(s) of the public submitted Public Comment on this
item: John Stonebraker, Hilary Herman and Diane Fried man(electronically), Norm
Rosene and John Maretti (in person).
4.04 Job Order, Plans, and Notice to Proceed with Mesa Energy Systems Inc. dba Emcor
Services Mesa Energy _(Emcor) for HVAC Replacement
The heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system serving the Sheriff's
Office at 3 Gillick Way is comprised of a centralized boiler and cooling tower, twelve
heat pumps and four residential split systems, all of which are past their serviceable
life, are partially or entirely failed, do not meet modern requirements for air
filtration, and utilize coolant that is no longer available in California. Additionally,
the cobbling of these various systems over the years does not reflect the current
configuration and use of the facility, making it inefficient and ineffective. The
proposed replacement includes a high efficiency variable refrigerant flow system
and extensive ducting replacement throughout the facility. Redesign of the HVAC
system and replacement of the components is included in the County -wide HVAC
Replacement project funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. On January 10,
2023, the Board of Supervisors approved a Job Order Contract (JOC) with Emcor.
The contract allows for individual job orders to be issued utilizing a catalog of
materials and equipment. JOC policy requires that any individual job order over
$250,000 return to the Board for approval. The Department of General Services
recommends that the Board approve the plans, and Notice to Proceed for Emcor to
replace the HVAC system serving 3 Gillick Way and appoint the Director of General
Services as the officer of the project. Plans are available for review at the General
Services office located at 2081 2nd Street in Oroville. The term of the job order is
120 days from execution of the Notice to Proceed for a fixed cost of $1,200,101.
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE THE PLANS AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN;
AND 2) APPROVE THE NOTICE TO PROCEED AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN;
AND 3) APPOINT THE DIRECTOR OF GENERAL SERVICES AS OFFICER OF THE
PROJECT.
Staff Report
Michael Hodson, Director of General Services, presented this item to the Board.
Action: 1) APPROVE THE PLANS AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN; AND 2)
APPROVE THE NOTICE TO PROCEED AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN; AND 3)
APPOINT THE DIRECTOR OF GENERAL SERVICES AS OFFICER OF THE PROJECT.
Motion: Supervisor Durfee
Seconded: Supervisor Teeter
Motion passed: 4-0-1
4.05 Introduction of an Ordinance Regarding Partnership Health Plan of California
Commission (PHC)
On September 14, 2021, the Board of Supervisors adopted Ordinance No. 4207
authorizing Butte County to join the PHC to negotiate an exclusive contract with
California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) to provide Medi-Cal managed
health care services in Butte County. The PHC successfully negotiated an exclusive
contract with DHCS authorizing the expansion into Butte County. On September 1,
2023, DHCS announced PHC has met the criteria for operational readiness and the
2024 Medi-Cal contract requirements. The Departments of Public Health,
Behavioral Health and Employment and Social Services recommend the Board
repeal Ordinance No. 4207 and replace it with a new Ordinance. The new ordinance
authorizes the County to join the existing PHC and implement a county organized
health system (COHS) in order to provide the delivery of publicly assisted medical
care for Medi-Cal recipients in the county. Under the ordinance, the Board is
required to appoint three commissioners. Upon adoption of the ordinance, the
Departments and the Chief Administrative Officer will provide a recommendation of
commissioners to the Board for consideration.
Action Requested - WAIVE THE FIRST READING OF THE ORDINANCE
Staff Report
Danette York, Director of Public Health, presented this item to the Board.
Action: WAIVE THE FIRST READING OF THE ORDINANCE.
Motion: Supervisor Ritter
Seconded: Supervisor Durfee
Motion passed: 4-0-1
The following member(s) of the public submitted Public Comment on this
item: John Stonebraker(electronically)
4.06 Update of Budget, Legislative, and Other Current Issues by the Chief
Administrative Officer
4.07 Board of Supervisors Public Comment (Continuation as Needed) - Comments to
the Board on issues and items not listed on the agenda. 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.
No public comment.
4.08 Items Removed from the Consent Agenda for Board Consideration and Action
No items removed from the Consent Agenda.
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND TIMED ITEMS
5.01 9:30 AM - Timed Item - Itemized Costs and Penalties Related to Nuisance
Abatement to Record a Lien and Impose a Special Assessment
On September 14, 2022 a Hearing Officer declared a public nuisance existed on the
property listed. This matter was presented before the Board of Supervisors for a lien
and special assessment on September 12, 2023. During this hearing, the Board of
Supervisors granted the property owner a 30-day window to negotiate a settlement
with Development Services. Subsequent to the lien hearing, the Director of
Development Services extended an offer to the property owner, proposing a
reduced down payment as part of the settlement. The owner indicated that he has
been unable to obtain the necessary funds to commence the settlement process.
This hearing has been scheduled to authorize the Board of Supervisors to record a
lien to recover the County's costs for Code Enforcement Case Number CE22-01185
at 0 Cochise Drive, Feather Falls (Assessor's Parcel Number 071-280-038) in the
amount of $108,715.04 ($102,000 for penalties and $6,715.04 for cost recovery)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE PROPOSED LIEN OF $102,000 AND A SPECIAL
ASSESSMENT OF $6,715.04
Staff Report
PowerPoint
Chris Jellison, Code Enforcement Division Manger, presented this item to the
Board.
Action: APPROVE THE PROPOSED LIEN OF $102,000 AND A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT
OF $6,715.04
Motion: Supervisor Durfee
Seconded: Supervisor Teeter
Motion passed: 4-0-1
5.02 10:00 AM - Timed Item - Amendments to Butte County Zoning Ordinance Chapter
24, Article IV, Division 1, Special Events Facilities
A County -initiated Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA23-0001) to create a distinction
between "small" and "large" special event facilities, instituting a separate
entitlement process for each and implementing new standards for the development
of special event facilities within the County's Agriculture Zones. Agriculture -specific
amendments include an increased 50 foot setback standard for all event facilities, a
prohibition on building code occupancy changes for agricultural buildings finaled
within 5 years of the date of application, a 2- year moratorium on special event
facility entitlement for operating venues without a permit, and the allowance for
the conversion of existing structures to special event facilities under certain
circumstances. There is an additional recommended amendment restricting signage
placement to within the County Right of Way with an encroachment permit
entitlement. The zoning code amendment is exempt from environmental review
pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), which exempts activities covered
by the rule that CEQA applies only to projects with the potential to cause a
significant effect on the environment. On May 25, 2023, the Planning Commission
passed Resolution PC23-10 on a vote of 5-0 finding the proposed Zoning Code
Amendment exempt under section 15061(b)(3) of the California Environmental
Quality Act and recommending adoption of Zoning Code Amendment ZCA23-0001.
Action Requested - 1) FIND THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA; AND 2) ADOPT
THE ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 24, ARTICLE IV, DIVISION 1, SPECIAL EVENTS
FACILITIES, AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN
Staff Report
PowerPoint
Paula Daneluk, Director of Development Services, presented this item to the
Board.
Action: 1) FIND THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA; AND 2) ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 24, ARTICLEIV, DIVISION 1, SPECIAL EVENTS
FACILITIES, AND AUTHORIZETHECHAIRTOSIGN.
Motion: Chair Kimmelshue moved to table item to a further date and have it re -
notice to the community
Seconded: Supervisor Durfee
Motion table: 4-0-1
5.03 10:30 AM - Timed Item - General Plan Amendment (GPA23-0001), Rezone (REZ23-
0001), Tentative Parcel Map (TPM23-0002), and Minor Use Permit (MUP23-0001)
for the Butte Countv Farm Bureau
Proposal to construct and operate a 5,000 square foot private meeting hall and
offices on a 1.64-acre portion of a 4.92-acre parcel. The proposal requires four
entitlements, which will be processed concurrently: A General Plan Amendment
(GPA23-0001) and Zone Map Amendment (REZ23-0001) to change the land use
designation and zone district from the Very Low Density Residential (VLDR) to
Agricultural Services (AS); Approval of a Minor Use Permit (MUP23- 0001) to
operate a Private Meeting Hall in the AS zone; and, a Tentative Parcel Map (TPM23-
0002) to subdivide the 4.92 acres into four parcels, with the proposed development
to occur on resultant Parcel 1, and the other three AS -zoned parcels to remain
undeveloped. The project site is located at 9412 Jones Avenue, on the northeast
corner of Jones Avenue and Durham -Dayton Highway, 1,500 feet east of Midway, in
the unincorporated community of Durham (Assessor Parcel Number: 040-180-041).
An Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration were prepared for the Project in
accordance with CEQA. The Mitigated Negative Declaration supports that the
Project will not cause a significant adverse effect on the environment because
recommended mitigation measures will address potentially significant impacts
identified during the review. The Planning Commission considered this item at a
public hearing held on September 28, 2023 and recommended adoption of the
Mitigated Negative Declaration and approval of the General Plan Amendment,
Rezone, Tentative Parcel Map, and Minor Use Permit to the Board of Supervisors on
a 4-0 vote.
Action Requested - 1) ADOPT THE RESOLUTION APPROVING THE MITIGATED
NEGATIVE DECLARATION, AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE MAP,
APPROVING THE TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP, AND APPROVING THE MINOR USE
PERMIT, AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN; 2) ADOPT THE ORDINANCE
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Staff Report
PowerPoint
Resolution 23-133
Ordinance 4232
Paula Daneluk, Director of Development Services and Rowland Hickel, Senior
Planner Development Services, presented this item to the Board.
Action: 1) ADOPT THE RESOLUTION APPROVING THE MITIGATED NEGATIVE
DECLARATION, AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE MAP, APPROVING THE
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP, AND APPROVING THEM IN OR USE PERMIT, AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN; 2) ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AMENDING THE
ZONING MAP AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN
Motion: Supervisor Teeter
Seconded: Supervisor Durfee
Motion passed 4-0-1
5.04 11:00 AM - Timed Item - Resolutions Amending the Master Fee Schedule to
Remove, Add, Modify, and Increase Fee Rates for Services Provided by County.
Departments
The Master Fee Schedule is comprised of fees for services provided by the County
that benefit individuals. On June 13, 2017, the Board of Supervisors adopted
changes to the Master Fee Schedule based on a comprehensive user fee study. At
that time, the Board recommended that user fees be amended annually to
accurately reflect actual costs by applying the change in the Employment Cost Index
(ECI), pursuant to County Code section 3-331. The annual ECI recommendation is
brought before the Board of Supervisors in the fall, and the fees become effective at
the beginning of the calendar year. The most recent ECI increase occurred at the
October 25, 2022, Board of Supervisors meeting. Since then, the ECI has increased
4.91% from the second quarter of 2022 to the second quarter of 2023. The
departments of County Administration, Agricultural Commissioner, Clerk -
Recorder's Office, Development Services, Fire, Information Systems, Library, Public
Health, Public Works, Sheriff's Office, and Treasurer -Tax Collector's Office
recommend that the 4.91% ECI increase be applied to eligible user fees. In addition
to the ECI increase, the departments of Agricultural Commissioner, Clerk -Recorder's
Office, Development Services, Public Health, and Sheriff's Office recommend
removing fees that are no longer applicable and modifying fee names to provide
clarity. The Department of Public Health also recommends adding one (1)
laboratory testing fee to the Master Fee Schedule. Staff recommends the Board of
Supervisors adopt two (2) resolutions amending the Master Fee Schedule for land
use and non -land use fees, to become effective on January 1, 2024.
Action Requested - 1) ADOPT RESOLUTION AMENDING LAND USE FEES IN THE
MASTER FEE SCHEDULE; AND 2) ADOPT RESOLUTION AMENDING NON -LAND USE
FEES IN THE MASTER FEE SCHEDULE
Staff Report
Resolution 23-134
Resolution 23-135
The following member(s) of the public submitted Public Comment on this
item: John Stonebraker(electronically)
Liam Thompson, Management Analyst I, presented this item to the Board.
Action: 1) ADOPT RESOLUTION AMENDING LAND USE FEES IN THE MASTER FEE
SCHEDULE; AND 2) ADOPT RESOLUTION AMENDING NON -LAND USE FEES IN THE
MASTER FEE SCHEDULE.
Motion: Supervisor Ritter
Seconded: Supervisor Durfee
Motion passed: 4-0-1
6. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CLOSED SESSION
6.01 Public Employee Employment, Appointment, Recruitment, Performance
Evaluations, Including 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
General Services Director
J. Human Resources Director
K. Information Systems Director
L. Library Director
M ublic Health Director
N. Public Works Director
0. Water & Resources Conservation Director
6.02 Conference with Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6:
Negotiators:Jack Hughes, Sheri Waters, and Andy Pickett Employee Organizations:
Teamsters - General Unit; Teamsters - Social Services Workers Unit; Teamsters -
Mid Management Unit; 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;
Skilled Trades Unit; Butte County Deputy District Attorneys Association - Attorney
Unit; Confidential Employee Unit; Non- Represented Employee Unit; Board of
Supervisors Executive Assistants
6.03 Workers' compensation liability claim pursuant to Gov. Code Sec. 54956.95 (a) -
one claim:
A. Bricen Keeling; Workers' Compensation Claim, Claim Number: Buan-
551122
6.04 Actual litigation pursuant to Gov. Code Sec. 54956.9(d)(1) —three cases:
A. Debra Hoffman v. Butte County; Workers' Compensation Appeals Board
Case No. Adj13081988 (Claim Number: Bauo-550681)
B. Debra Hoffman v. Butte County; Workers' Compensation Appeals Board
Case No.
Adj13355441 (Claim Number: Bauq-550971)
C. Laura Purcell v. Butte County; Workers' Compensation Appeals Board Case
No. Adj17287603 (Claim Number: Buan-551103)
6.05 Closed Session Public Comment
THOMPSON FLAT CEMETERY DISTRICT BOARD AGENDA, OCTOBER 24, 2023
Chair Kimmelshue recessed as the Butte County Board of Supervisors at 10:51 a.m. and stated that
they are now sitting as the Thompson Flat Cemetery District Board.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. CORRECTIONS AND/OR CHANGES TO THE AGENDA (NONE)
3. CONSENT AGENDA
3.01 Resolution Adopting Appropriations for Thompson Flat Cemetery District
Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24
The Board of Supervisors became the Board of Trustees for the Thompson Flat Cemetery
District on August 10, 1999. On August 22, 2023, the Board of Trustees held a public
hearing on the Recommended Budget for FY 2023-24. During the public hearing the Board
approved the Recommended Budget and directed staff to prepare a resolution adopting
the budget. Staff recommend the Board approve the resolution adopting the budget for FY
2023- 24. (General Services)
Action Requested - APPROVE RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN
Staff Report
Action: APPROVE RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Motion: Supervisor Durfee
Seconded: Supervisor Teeter
Motion passed: 4-0-1
4. REGULAR AGENDA (NONE)
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
No public comment received.
6. THOMPSON FLAT CEMETERY DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES CLOSED SESSION (NONE)
ADJOURN
Chair Kimmelshue adjourned as the Thompson Flat Cemetery District Board of Trustees at
10:52 a.m. and stated that they are now sitting as the Butte County Board of Supervisors.
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the Board of Supervisors Meetings
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