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ANDY PICKETT
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER &
CLERK OF THE BOARD
1. CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and appreciates public
engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public to act in a courteous, civil, and
respectful manner. Individuals who address the Board shall not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public. The Board of
Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive language, or disorderly conduct,
which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of Board meetings. Violation of these
rules of decorum will result in the meeting being recessed.
2A. CORRECTIONS AND/OR CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
2B. ANNOUNCEMENT(S) OF RECUSAL
3A. SUPERVISOR COMMENTS ON CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
3B. ADOPT CONSENT AGENDA
3.01 Approval of Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting Minutes - Submitted for approval are the
May 14, 2024 Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting Minutes - action requested - APPROVE
THE MAY 14, 2024 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REGULAR MEETING MINUTES. (County
Administration)
3.02 Resolution Authorizing Applications for the 2018 Community Development Block Grant -
Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Mitigation Resilient Infrastructure Program - On March 26, 2024,
the Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution 24-038 authorizing the submission of two CDBG-
DR Mitigation Resilient Infrastructure project applications to the California Department of
Housing and Community Development (HCD). HCD notified County staff that the County's
standard resolution format allowed in other CDBG-DR programs does not meet HCD
requirements for this program, and the resolution must be resubmitted on the HCD template
to complete the project applications. The projects and estimated costs remain unchanged: 1.
Carpenter Ridge Communication Tower and Equipment ($5,658,035); 2. Fire Station
Infrastructure Stabilization Project ($451,475). County staff recommends the Board adopt a
resolution on the HCD template replacing Resolution 24-038 - action requested - ADOPT
RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (County Administration)
BUTTE COUNTY
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
MAY 28, 2024
9:00 AM
MEETING LOCATION
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA 95965-3380
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
PETER DURFEE, DISTRICT 2
TAMI RITTER, DISTRICT 3
TOD KIMMELSHUE, DISTRICT 4
DOUG TEETER, DISTRICT 5
BRAD STEPHENS, COUNTY COUNSEL
3.03 Resolution Authorizing Applications for 2017 and 2018 Community Development Block Grant
- Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Mitigation Planning & Public Service Program (MIT-PPS) - On
January 23, 2024, the Board of Supervisors authorized Resolutions 24-009 and 24-010
approving the submission of six grant applications for CDBG-DR MIT-PPS funds associated with
the 2017 and 2018 disasters. On April 23, 2024, the Board provided direction to submit an
additional four project applications due to the California Department of Housing and
Community Development (HCD) removing the funding cap and extending the application
deadline. To complete application submissions, HCD requires an updated resolution
authorizing all ten projects in the Planning and Public Services categories. Planning applications
totaling $2,207,959 in requested grant funds include projects 1-5 below. Public Services
applications totaling $3,630,310 in requested grant funds include projects 6-10 below. All
project costs are estimates.
1) Emergency Operations Center Capacity Building and Planning Project, $271,961
2) Roadside Fuel Reduction Plan, $494,060
3) Rural Water Safety Mitigation Planning, $500,000
4) Mitigation Through Connectivity, $451,938
5) Emergency Operations Plan, $490,000
6) Foothill Rebuild Barrier Removal Project, $1,014,383
7) Older Adult Lifeline and Housing Mitigation Project, $650,000
8) Fire Protection and Prevention: The Community Education Enhancement Project,
$1,000,000
9) Safe Educated Resilient Vulnerable Entities (SERVE) Project, $565,927
10) Alert FM Early Warning Project, $400,000.
Staff recommends the Board authorize the resolution, replacing Resolutions 24-009 and 24-
010 - action requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (County
Administration)
3.04 Resolution Recognizing May 17 through 25, 2024 as National Emergency Medical Services
Week - National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week provides an opportunity to spotlight
the role that our EMS workers provide to people across our country in times of great need.
Paramedics, emergency medical technicians, dispatchers, and other first responders routinely
work tirelessly to protect our communities and families. Staff recommends that the Board of
Supervisors recognize May 17 through 25, 2024 as National Emergency Medical Services Week
to honor and pay tribute to our EMS workers - action requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (County Administration)
3.05 Resolution Recognizing May 2024 as Butte County Travel & Tourism Month - Tourism plays a
critical role in Butte County and the state's economic prosperity. In Butte County, Tourism
generated $360 million in visitor spending, $29 million in state and local tax revenue and 3,800
jobs in 2023 to support essential services, such as education, emergency response, public
safety and more. In 2016, the California Legislature declared every May as California Tourism
Month to celebrate the positive economic impact of tourism in California. County
Administration, on behalf of Explore Butte County, recommends the Board recognize May
2024 as Butte County Travel and Tourism Month - action requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (County Administration)
3.06 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 indigent defense services. 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. Many counties throughout the State are facing challenges
related to staffing Public Defender offices or maintaining an adequate amount of contracted
attorneys to meet the need of local indigent defense work. The consortium model has
remained a cost effective model for the county, providing a high level of service at a lower cost
than similar counties. The County's existing consortium contracts will expire June 30, 2024.
There are 18 full-time, 1 half-time attorney, and 1 part -time attorney in the consortium. The
consortium provides indigent defense for all the criminal courts, juvenile dependency courts,
truancy court, juvenile drug court, FOREST II program, mental health and probate
conservatorship proceedings, family DUI court, HIDE cases, family court contempt cases,
domestic violence diversion and probation cases, Prop 36, drug court, pretrial and post-trial
extraordinary writs. The consortium selects an attorney to serve as the Executive Director, who
is responsible for the administration of the consortium and for securing investigator services.
Staff and the consortium have negotiated new three- year contract terms that include a 6%
increase for fiscal year 2024-25 and 3% increases for fiscal years 2025-26 and 2026-27 for
attorneys. The rates for the Executive Director and Investigative services remain unchanged.
County Administration recommends the Board of Supervisors approve 20 indigent defense
contracts. The term of each contract is July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027. The annual amount
payable for each contract is $169,743 per full-time attorney, $84,871 per half-time attorney,
and $42,436 per part-time attorney. The total cost of the 20 contracts for fiscal year 2024-25
is $3,182,677 and is included in the requested budget. The total costs of the contracts for FY
2025-26 is $3,278,158, and FY 2026-27 is $3,376,503 - APPROVE CONTRACTS (20) AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (County Administration)
3.07 Cooperative Service Agreement with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service-Wildlife Services (APHIS-WS) for FY 2024-25 - The
County participates in an Integrated Wildlife Damage Management program through an
annual cooperative service agreement with the USDA APHIS-WS for non-domestic animal
control services such as trapping birds, skunks, and raccoons. The program addresses the loss
of livestock, wildlife rabies, and prevention of the property damage associated with predatory
animals. Under a cooperative service agreement, USDA APHIS-WS provides staff, supervision,
administration, and equipment needed to carry out the program. The Agricultural
Commissioner recommends that the Board of Supervisors approve the cooperative service
agreement with the USDA APHIS-WS. The term of this agreement is July 1, 2024 through June
30, 2025, not-to-exceed $94,172 - action requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE
THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Ag Commissioner)
3.08 Contract with Megabyte Systems, Inc. for Tax Cycle Software - The Assessor's Office is taking
this item to the Board of Supervisors on behalf of the Assessor's Office, the Auditor's Office,
and the Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office. Since 1988, Megabyte Systems, Inc. has provided the
software package for the tax cycle departments in Butte County. These departments request
the Board approve the annual renewal of the property tax system maintenance/support
contract between the County of Butte and Megabyte Systems, Inc. for a total of $286,705 with
a term beginning July 1, 2024 and terminating June 30, 2025. The maintenance and database
support total is $264,403. The contract also includes rates for any extra services requested
outside of the scope of work - action requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN. (Assessor)
3.09 Contract with Health Advocates Network, Inc. dba Staff Today for Locum Clinician Services
Due to the shortage of clinicians, the Department of Behavioral Health contracts with vendors
to supply clinicians to work at the Psychiatric Health Facility and various Department clinics, as
needed. The clinicians provide clinical services and assist the Department in meeting the
required level of mental health services available to the County. The Department released a
Request for Proposal (RFP) on January 14, 2022, for locum clinician services. The Department
received two responses and awarded contracts to both respondents as follows: AB Staffing of
Gilbert, AZ, and Staff Today of Covina, CA. The RFP is good for three years. AB Staffing did not
wish to renew with the Department, Staff Today is able to supply clinicians to provide locum
clinical services. The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve a new annual
contract with Staff Today. The term of this contract is July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, not-
to-exceed $182,958 - action requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
3.10 Contract with Sharestaff LLC, dba Sharestaff Healthcare for Locum Nurse Services - Due to the
shortage of nurses, the Department of Behavioral Health contracts with vendors annually to
supply nurses to work at various Department clinics and the County Psychiatric Health Facility
(PHF), as needed. The Department released a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) on April 1, 2022
for locum nurse services. The Department received four responses: Amergis Healthcare
Staffing, Inc. of Columbia, MD; Cell Staff LLC of Tampa, FL; Sharestaff LLC of Stockton, CA; and
Worldwide Travel Staffing Limited of Tonawanda, NY. All respondents were awarded. The RFQ
is valid for three years. Sharestaff, LLC is able to supply on-site nurses to provide services and
coverage at various Department clinics, and the PHF. The Department recommends the Board
of Supervisors approve a new contract with Sharestaff, LLC for locum nurse services. The term
of the contract is July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, not to exceed $344,919 - action requested
- APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
3.11 Contracts with Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc. (Amergis) for Locum Services - Due to a
shortage of clinicians, the Department of Behavioral Health contracts with vendors to supply
clinicians to work at the Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF) and various Department clinics, as
needed. The current contractors, selected through a RFP process, are not able to provide
sufficient clinicians to meet the Department's demand. Due to the continued shortfall, the
County contracts with all locum agencies who can supply providers under the provisions of the
locum clinician contract to maintain required services for clients. Amergis is able to supply on-
site clinicians for clinical services and coverage at the Department's PHF and Department
clinics, under all-Inclusive solicitation exception.
Additionally, due to the shortage of nurses, the Department contracts with vendors annually
to supply nurses to work at the PHF and various Department clinics, as needed. The
Department released a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) on April 1, 2022, for locum nurse
services. The Department received four responses: Amergis of Columbia, MD; Cell Staff LLC of
Tampa, FL; Sharestaff, LLC of Stockton, CA; and Worldwide Travel Staffing Limited of
Tonawanda, NY. All respondents were awarded. The RFQ is good for three years. Amergis is
able to supply on-site nurses to provide services and coverage at the PHF and various
Department clinics.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve two contracts with Amergis
for locum clinical and locum nurse services. The term of each contract is July 1, 2024 through
June 30, 2025, with a combined not-to-exceed total of $509,245 ($197,245 for locum clinical
and $312,000 for locum nurses). (Behavioral Health)
Action requested - APPROVE CONTRACTS (2) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.12 Agreements with Willow Glen Care Center (Willow Glen) for Board & Care Adult Residential
Services and for Mode 5 Medi-Cal Adult Residential Services - Willow Glen operates 24-hour
residential care facilities for adults and the elderly with severe and persistent mental health
conditions. These residential care facilities provide a structured program to assist clients with
mental illness who need 24-hour care and supervision. Due to high-level and emergent needs
for board and care residential services and Mode 5 Medi-Cal adult residential services n the
County, the Department of Behavioral Health contracts under the all-inclusive solicitation
exception with facilities who can perform services required to meet the level of mental health
services available to the County. The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors
approve two agreements with Willow Glen to provide 24-hour board and care and Mode 5
Medi-Cal adult residential services. The term of each agreement is July 1, 2024 through June
30, 2025, with a combined not-to-exceed of $950,660 ($194,770 for board and care and
$775,890 for Mode 5). The Department may utilize up to four facilities under these
agreements. The agreements are not measured in terms of number of clients served, as the
length of stay varies based on each client's specific needs - action requested - APPROVE
AGREEMENTS (2) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
3.13 Agreement with Compassion Pathway Behavioral Health LLC - Anderson Creek SRF for Adult
Residential Services - Compassion Pathway Behavioral Health, LLC operates a 24-hour
residential care facility for adults with severe and persistent mental health conditions. The
residential care facility provides a structured program offering professional services for adults
in need of mental health services, including medication support if necessary. The facility assists
clients with care and treatment needed for improved stability and potential future transition
to an independent living environment. Due to high-level and emergent needs for board and
care residential services in the County, the Department of Behavioral Health contracts under
the all-inclusive solicitation exception. The Department recommends entering into an
agreement with Compassion Pathway Behavioral Health, LLC for adult residential services. The
term of the agreement is date of execution through June 30, 2025, not-to-exceed $163,848.
The agreement is not measured in terms of number of clients served, as the length of stay
varies based on each client's specific needs - action requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
3.14 Agreement with North Valley Behavioral Health (NVBH) for Psychiatric Health Facility Inpatient
Services - NVBH operates a licensed 16-bed acute care inpatient psychiatric health facility.
NVBH provides psychiatric treatment, rapid stabilization, and coordinated discharge planning
that encourages wellness and recovery with support from community-based services. The
psychiatric health facility provides diagnostic assessment of mental health status, stabilization
and maintenance of mental health conditions, improvement of patient's functioning ability,
and transitional planning with appropriate referrals to post-hospitalization settings for clients
referred by the Department of Behavioral Health. Due to high-level and emergent needs, the
Department contracts with facilities that can perform services required by the Department.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an agreement with NVBH for
psychiatric health facility inpatient services. This agreement meets the select choice source
solicitation exception. The term of this agreement is July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, not-
to-exceed $499,018. 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 - action requested - APPROVE
AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
3.15 Agreement with Paradise Unified School District (PUSD) for Mental Health and Outreach
Services - The Department of Behavioral Health received a grant award from the Mental Health
Services Oversight & Accountability Commission for Mental Health Student Services Act grant
funding. This grant award expands access to mental health services for children and youth,
integrating campus-based services. To facilitate the specified services under the grant, the
Department contracts with PUSD for location-specific services under a solicitation exception.
PUSD provides outreach services to its students which promotes linkage and access to mental
health services. Emphasis is placed on reaching a targeted population consistent with Welfare
and Institutions Code Section 5886 including those children and youth who are in foster care,
those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer, and those who have been
expelled or suspended from school. The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors
approve an agreement with PUSD to provide outreach for mental health services to children
and youth. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025, not-to-exceed $450,000
- action requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral
Health)
3.16 Agreement Amendment with State of California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) for
Vocational Rehabilitation Services - On July 26, 2022, the Board of Supervisors approved an
agreement with the DOR. The DOR provides vocational rehabilitation services to eligible adults
and transitional age youth which will prepare them with skills necessary to secure and maintain
employment. Under the agreement, mutual clients of the DOR and the Department of
Behavioral Health receive the following services: personal, vocational and social adjustment,
vocational assessment, employment services, and employment job coaching. These services
are delivered through contracts with Caminar and Dreamcatchers. To qualify for services,
clients must be a resident of Butte County, have a mental health diagnosis, and be a client of
the Department. The term of the agreement is July 26, 2022 through June 30, 2025. The DOR
contributes $916,476 in funding and services, and the Department contributes a service match
equivalent to $401,190. On May 9, 2023, the Board approved an amendment to the agreement
to increase the funding by $49,730 for fiscal years 2023-24 through 2024-25 for additional
vocational rehabilitation services. The DOR has increased the funding for fiscal year 2024-25
an additional $25,943, with no increase to the matched service provided by the Department.
The Department recommends the Board approve a second amendment to the agreement with
DOR for vocational rehabilitation services. The amendment increases the maximum financial
obligation by $25,943, not-to-exceed $992,149. All other terms remain the same - action
requested - APPROVE AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
3.17 Contract Amendment with Kofile Technologies, Inc. - On January 29, 2019, the Board of
Supervisors approved an agreement with Kofile Technologies, Inc. for restoration and
preservation of historical county books and image archive services. The current term of the
agreement is January 29, 2019 through June 30, 2024, not-to-exceed $400,000. Costs under
this contract are paid through the Department's modernization sub-fund. This extension will
allow the Department to continue ongoing efforts to restore and preserve historical records.
Funds expended to date, for book restoration, imaging and microfilm, equal $262,921 with
$137,078 remaining. The Clerk-Recorder's Office recommends amending the agreement to
extend the term two additional years through June 30, 2026. All other terms remain the same
- action requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
(Clerk Recorder)
3.18 Contract Amendment with Raney Planning & Management, Inc. for Planning Services - In
September 2020, the Department of Development Services released a request for qualification
for vendors to provide planning services. On January 26, 2021, the County entered into a
contract with Raney Planning & Management, Inc., the term of the contract was through
January 26, 2026, not-to-exceed $99,999. On November 9, 2021, the contract was amended
to increase the maximum payable by $210,001; not-to-exceed $310,000 for the cost to provide
CEQA analysis to a large new 165 home housing project. On October 11, 2022, the contract
was amended to increase the maximum payable by $86,087; not-to-exceed $396,087 for
additional work, a Wildfire Assessment and Safety Assessment, required to complete the CEQA
analysis for the large new housing project. Now, the Department requires CEQA analysis and
planning services for a large scale solar project and additional projects that exceed the
available workload capacity of the Planning Division and recommends amending the contract
with Raney Planning & Management, Inc., increasing the maximum amount payable by
$367,144, not-to-exceed $763,231, and extending the contract term through January 26, 2027,
to allow for the completion of upcoming CEQA work and project processing - action requested
- APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Development
Services)
3.19 Contract with Community Action Agency of Butte County, Inc. (CAA) for Transitional Housing
Services - CAA provides assistance to people struggling with poverty by helping them meet
tangible needs that include affordable food, energy savings, and housing. Services include
weatherization of homes, providing lower-cost food, and transitional affordable housing
options. CAA provides transitional housing and intensive supportive services to homeless
families with children through the Esplanade House Program. Support services are provided
through two phases: transitional housing and self-sufficiency. CAA provides intensive support
services to homeless families referred by the Department of Employment and Social Services
with open cases or to families at risk of involvement in the child welfare system. Services
include parent education, substance abuse treatment, counseling, life skills, and other
identified services. CAA serves a minimum of 20 families annually. The Department
recommends entering into a contract with CAA for transitional housing services. The term of
the contract is July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, not-to-exceed $747,354 - action requested
- APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Employment & Social Services)
3.20 Contract Amendment with Northern Valley Catholic Social Service, Inc. (NVCSS) for Facilitation
Services for Children's Services - NVCSS provides family and individual supportive services and
therapy. On May 25, 2021, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with NVCSS to provide
facilitation services to Department of Employment and Social Services’ clients. Services include
child and family team meetings that are facilitated by NVCSS staff. NVCSS provides a neutral
forum that allows parents and caregivers to be respected and have an equal opportunity to
express their thoughts and concerns about the youth and family needs. NVCSS facilitation helps
clients communicate clearly, reach agreements, and track progress. This amendment extends
the amount and term and updates the description of services to incorporate the Child and
Adolescent Needs and Strengths assessment tool to be used during meeting facilitation. NVCSS
facilitated 909 child and family team meetings during FY 2022-23. The Department
recommends amending the contract with NVCSS for facilitation services. The amendment
extends the term of the contract by one year through June 30, 2025, and increases the
maximum payable amount by $350,000, not-to-exceed $1,176,848. All other terms remain the
same - action requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN. (Employment & Social Services)
3.21 Contract Amendment with Northern Valley Catholic Social Service, Inc. (NVCSS) for Parent
Education and Counseling Services - NVCSS provides family and individual support services and
therapy. On June 22, 2021, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with NVCSS, formerly
Counseling Services, Inc., to provide parent education and counseling services to Department
of Employment and Social Services' clients. Services include parent engagement counseling,
nurturing parent classes, and intensive group and treatment-focused counseling services.
Service providers include licensed marriage, family and child therapists, licensed clinical social
workers, and supervised interns who cover topics such as child abuse, parenting or family
relationship issues, divorce and separation dynamics, domestic violence, anger management,
and substance abuse. During the first quarter of FY 2023-24, the Department referred a total
of 120 clients to NVCSS, with 75 active participants. Clients needing these services have
continued throughout the year. The Department recommends amending the contract with
NVCSS for parent education and counseling services. The amendment extends the term of the
contract by one year through June 30, 2025, and increases the maximum payable amount by
$355,618, not-to-exceed $1,361,236. All other terms remain the same - action requested -
APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Employment &
Social Services)
3.22 Contract Amendment with Terri Petersen for Facilitation Services - The In-Home Supportive
Services (IHSS) Advisory Committee, established pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code
section 12301.2, provides recommendations and proposals to the Board of Supervisors
regarding the preferred modes of service for IHSS. Additionally, the IHSS Advisory Committee
provides recommendations to any administrative body in the County related to the delivery
and administration of IHSS, including the governing body and administrative agency of the
Public Authority, nonprofit consortium, contractor, and public employees. On May 10, 2022,
the Board approved a contract with Terri Petersen to provide facilitation services to the IHSS
Advisory Committee. The IHSS Advisory Committee consists of 11 members composed of a
combination of recipients, providers, community, agency members, and County staff. During
FY 2022-23, Terri Petersen provided facilitation services for all four IHSS Advisory Committee
meetings and attended the California IHSS Consumer Alliance meeting. The Department
recommends amending the contract with Terri Petersen for facilitation services. The
amendment extends the term of the contract by one year through June 30, 2025, and increases
the maximum payable amount by $4,335, not-to-exceed $13,005. All other terms remain the
same - action requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN. (Employment & Social Services)
3.23 Contract Amendment with Valley Oak Children's Services (VOCS) for Emergency Child Care
Bridge Program - VOCS is a nonprofit organization that provides time-limited emergency
childcare to eligible families and trauma-informed care training and coaching to childcare
programs participating in the Bridge Program. On, April 11, 2023, the Board of Supervisors
approved a contract with VOCS to provide emergency child care bridge program services. The
Bridge Program is designed to eliminate any childcare barriers related to the placement of
children in the child welfare system. One of the primary barriers for families seeking to take in
a foster child is the lack of access to childcare immediately following the placement of the child.
VOCS services provide access to emergency childcare bridging services to all foster family
referrals made by the Department of Employment and Social Services. During FY 2022-23 the
Bridge Program served 61 individuals. The Department recommends amending the contract
with VOCS for the Emergency Child Care Bridge Program. The amendment extends the term of
the contract by one year through June 30, 2025, and increases the maximum payable amount
by $580,992, not-to-exceed $964,964. All other terms remain the same - action requested -
APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Employment &
Social Services)
3.24 Contract with Wayfinder Family Services for Kinship Support Services Program (KSSP)
Wayfinder Family Services provides a range of trauma-informed services to help children and
adults discover their path to sustained well-being. Services are provided to children, adults,
and families referred by the Department of Employment and Social Services. Wayfinder Family
Services provides non-financial KSSP to relative caregivers and children across Butte County.
KSSP aims to enhance a family's capacity to maintain a nurturing and stable environment for
all referred children under their care. Services provided include support groups, information
and referral services, outreach, advocacy, case management, counseling services, and training.
All therapeutic counseling services are provided by licensed staff. During FY 2022-23 the KSSP
served 47 individuals and 40 families. The Department recommends entering into a contract
with Wayfinder Family Services for KSSP. The term of the contract is July 1, 2024 through June
30, 2025, not-to-exceed $150,000 - action requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE
THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Employment & Social Services)
3.25 Contract Amendment with Youth for Change for Facilitation Services for Children's Services
Youth for Change provides comprehensive and dynamic services, support, and treatment to
individuals, families, and communities. On June 8, 2021, the Board of Supervisors approved a
contract with Youth for Change to provide facilitation services to Department of Employment
and Social Services’ clients. Services include coordination and facilitation of child and family
team meetings. Youth for Change provides a neutral forum to allow families to identify needs,
problem-solve, and make decisions to assist families in successful transitions out of the child
welfare system. Youth for Change facilitation allows for families, youth, professional partners,
and natural supports to work together in order to keep a clear focus on assessing the family's
needs while enhancing child safety. This amendment extends the amount and term and
updates the description of services to incorporate the Child and Adolescent Needs and
Strengths assessment tool to be used during meeting facilitation. Youth for Change facilitated
489 child and family team meetings during FY 2022-23. The Department recommends
amending the contract with Youth for Change for facilitation services. The amendment extends
the term of the contract by one year through June 30, 2025, and increases the maximum
payable amount by $350,000, not-to-exceed $1,137,860. All other terms remain the same -
action requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
(Employment & Social Services)
3.26 Contract with Northern California Youth and Family Programs for Transitional Housing
Placement Plus (THP-Plus) - Northern California Youth and Family Programs offers diverse
services for foster families and foster youth. The THP-Plus program offers transitional housing
placement and supportive services to former foster care and probation youth who are
transitioning into independent living. Affordable housing and comprehensive supportive
services are provided to youth ages 18 to 25 who are eligible to participate in the independent
living program and make a successful transition out of foster care or other home placement.
Services include case management, individualized living program, 24-hour crisis intervention,
therapy, advocacy, job readiness training, supportive relationships, housing navigator,
supportive services, and apartment furnishings that aim to prevent homelessness. In Q1 of FY
2023-24, six of the ten youth participating in THP-Plus were employed and one was enrolled in
college or vocational school. In Q2, five of the ten youth were employed and four were enrolled
in college or vocational school. In Q3, six of the ten youth were employed and five were
enrolled in college or vocational school. This contract supports a total of nine participants
during the first six months of FY 2024-25 and eight participants during the last six months of
FY 2024-25. The Department recommends entering into a contract with Northern California
Youth and Family Programs for THP-Plus. The term of the contract is July 1, 2024 through June
30, 2025, not-to-exceed $262,133 - action requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE
THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Employment & Social Services)
3.27 Contract Amendment with Youth for Change for the California Work Opportunity and
Responsibility to Kids Home Visiting Program (HVP) - Youth for Change operates the Parents as
Teachers Home Visiting Program, a nationally recognized program designed to support
expectant and new parents. On June 13, 2023, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract
with Youth for Change to administer the HVP. The purpose of HVP is to support positive health,
development, and well-being outcomes for pregnant and parenting women, families, and
young children born into poverty. The program allows participants to expand their future
educational, economic, and financial capabilities and opportunities, in order to improve their
likelihood to exit poverty. Services connect parents with necessary resources, improve their
parenting skills, and ensure their children have a safe, nurturing environment that allows them
to thrive and grow. The Department of Employment and Social Services estimates that Youth
for Change will serve approximately 60 families annually with this program. The Department
recommends amending the contract with Youth for Change for HVP. The amendment extends
the term of the contract by two years through June 30, 2026, and increases the maximum
payable amount by $970,000, not-to-exceed $1,455,000. All other terms remain the same -
action requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
(Employment & Social Services)
3.28 Butte County Fire Department Contract with Peraton, Inc. for Contract Computer Aided
Dispatch (CAD) to CAD Maintenance Services - The Butte County Fire Department has
computer aided dispatch (CAD to CAD) with Chico Fire Department, which allows the computer
aided dispatch systems to directly communicate with each other when dispatching calls for
service to the community. Butte County Fire Department was in agreement with Peraton, Inc.
from February 1, 2021 to January 31, 2024 for CAD to CAD maintenance services. This contract
is to establish a new agreement between Butte County Fire Department and Peraton in order
to continue and maintain the dispatch system between Butte County Fire Department and
Chico Fire Department for the next three years (2024-2027). The total amount of the contract
is $40,274. Butte County Fire Department will utilize the Homeland Security Grant to fund the
Peraton CAD to CAD contract - action requested - 1) ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN; AND 2) APPROVE CONTRACT FOR SERVICES AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN. (Fire)
3.29 Budget Adjustment for CSA 34 - Gridley Swimming Pool - CSA 34 provides funding for the
Gridley Swimming Pool. The County has an expense agreement with the Butte County Fair
Association to provide operations, maintenance, repair, and upkeep of the pool. During the
year end process of FY 2022-23, the June 2023 invoices were paid from the FY 2023-24 budget.
In order to not deplete the appropriations necessary for FY 2023-24, the Department of
General Services recommends approval of a budget adjustment in the amount of $9,655 from
fund balance to the FY 2023-24 budget - action requested - APPROVE BUDGET ADJUSTMENT
(4/5 VOTE REQUIRED). (General Services)
3.30 Contract Amendment with Kitchell Capital Expenditure Managers, Inc. (Kitchell) for Consulting
Services for the Countrywide HVAC Replacement Project - On March 8, 2022, the Board of
Supervisors approved a contract with Kitchell for consulting services for the Countywide HVAC
Project. During the last two years, Kitchell and the Department of General Services have been
collaborating on the County's HVAC specifications, replacements, and the implementation of
a new updated Energy Management System. Due to new code requirements, the Department
has experienced an increased use of consultation services. The Department recommends
amending the contract with Kitchell for consulting services to extend the term by 269 calendar
days through December 31, 2025, and increase the maximum payable amount by $100,000,
not-to-exceed $219,500. All other terms remain the same - action requested - APPROVE
CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (General Services)
3.31 Contract with Burnham Benefits Insurance Services, LLC for Employee Benefits Consulting - In
2016, the County contracted with Burnham to provide employee benefit related consulting
services. Prior to that contract, Human Resources Department staff were responsible for
identifying, analyzing, and contracting for all benefits, as well as staying current on the
regulatory environment surrounding employee benefits such as the Affordable Care Act and
the Internal Revenue Code. The County provides a variety of health and welfare benefits to its
employees including health, dental and vision insurance, life and accidental death and
dismemberment insurance, supplemental life insurance, long-term disability insurance,
employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, and others. High health care
premiums through CalPERS continue to be an issue, so a benefits consultant is still needed to
access options outside of CalPERS or other pooled groups. Additionally, a consultant is needed
as an advisor on all regulatory matters and compliance issues and assistance in identifying and
negotiating options for all health and welfare benefits. Due to the existing contract with
Burnham approaching expiration, in January 2024, the Department of Human Resources
released a Request for Proposal for benefits consulting services. The Department received two
proposals, and the lowest, most responsive proposal was from Burnham. The Department
recommends that the Board of Supervisors approve a three-year agreement with Burnham
Benefits Insurance Services at an annual cost of $48,000. The annual contract payment will
replace the approximate $96,000 paid annually by employees and the County through the last
contract renewal. There will be no commissions to the Broker under this contract. The term
of the contract is January 15, 2024 through January 14, 2027; not-to-exceed $144,000 - action
requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Human Resources)
3.32 Contract with ExamWorks for Independent Medical Examination Services - In January 2024,
the Department of Human Resources released a Request for Proposal for independent medical
examination services. Two proposals were received; including ExamWorks, Inc. of Rancho
Cordova, California and Dane Street, LLC of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. The proposals were
scored based on qualifications of experience with CalPERS government agencies and
references, capabilities, and cost proposal. The lowest, most responsive proposal came from
ExamWorks. The Department of Human Resources recommends entering into a five-year
contract with ExamWorks beginning on May 28, 2024 and ending on May 27, 2029, not-to-
exceed $350,000 - action requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN. (Human Resources)
3.33 Contract with Municipal Resources Group, LLC for Employee Investigation Services - The
County encounters personnel related situations where it is required for an investigation to be
conducted by an independent outside investigator. These situations may include allegations of
employee misconduct or violations of policy. The Department of Human Resources submitted
a Request for Proposal (RFP) on February 15, 2024 for employee investigation services. A total
of 4 proposals were received during the request period. A panel assessed each proposal
according to the criteria outlined in the RFP. After thorough review, the lowest, most
responsive proposal was Municipal Resource Group, LLC. The Department recommends
entering into a five-year contract with Municipal Resource Group, LLC for Employee
Investigation Services. The term of the contract is June 1, 2024 through May 31, 2029, not-to-
exceed $300,000 - action requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN. (Human Resources)
3.34 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:
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES: Extend 2 Building Inspector I/II Term positions from 6/30/2024 to
6/30/2027. Extend 1 Permit Center Supervisor Term position from 6/30/2024 to 6/30/2027.
These positions are required to meet the operational needs of the Department’s Building
Division to ensure timely re-build activities from local fire-related disasters. Positions will be
funded by grant funding and will not impact the General Fund. Total allocations to remain
unchanged.
HUMAN RESOURCES: Amend Section 28E of the Salary Ordinance No. 4236 of the County of
Butte entitled "Mid-Management" by adding the classification of Correctional Services
Navigator at Range 51 with a biweekly Step 1 salary of $1,967.20 and biweekly Step 7 salary of
$2,636.80. The associated bargaining unit has agreed to this change.
SHERIFF-CORONER: Effective June 22, 2024, delete 1 Pre-Trial Release Supervisor position and
add 1 Correctional Services Navigator position. The State has shifted the responsibility for Pre-
trial release programs to Probation, however the Department is still in need of a supervisor to
assist with operations within the intake/booking office of the Jail. Funds for the position are
included in the Department’s budget request; no additional funds are needed. Total allocations
to remain unchanged. (Human Resources)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.35 Resolution Authorizing Grant Application to the California Department of Resources Recycling
and Recovery (CalRecycle) - CalRecycle is making available funds to support local solid waste
landfill permit and inspection programs. The funds will be used in addition to solid waste
permit fees and landfill tonnage fees to fund monthly landfill inspections and other solid waste
program activities, including the investigation of illegal landfills. Grant funding also supports
participation in local enforcement agencies and CalRecycle coordination activities to assure
program uniformity and compliance with applicable State regulatory requirements. This
annual Local Enforcement Agency grant package provides approximately $18,719 to Butte
County to support solid waste activities. As part of the grant application, the County is required
to adopt a resolution providing authority for the Director of Environmental Health to apply and
sign the grant application and other related documents for this grant. Since this is an annual
process, applicants are recommended to adopt a resolution to cover multiple grant application
cycles. The Department of Public Health recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt a
resolution authorizing the submittal of the grant application, to be effective for five years from
the date of approval - action requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN. (Public Health)
3.36 Approve the Notice of Completion for the 2023 Butte County CalRecycle Rubberized Chip Seal
Project - On May 9, 2023, the Board of Supervisors awarded the CalRecycle Rubberized Chip
Seal Project to American Pavement Systems, Inc. of Modesto, CA. The project provided a
rubberized chip seal installation on various roads in the community of Nord. The contract
award amount was $1,255,400. One contract change order resulted in a decrease of $7,350.
The resulting total cost of work was $1,248,049. All contract work has been completed per the
project plans and specifications - action requested - 1) ACCEPT THE CONTRACT WORK AS
COMPLETE; AND 2) AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION. (Public
Works)
3.37 Resolution Giving Notice of Hearing to Abandon an Unoccupied Public Utility and Drainage
Easement - The Department has received a petition to abandon a public utility and drainage
easement on behalf of the Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP) in Magalia. As
provided by the County's abandonment procedures, the Department has evaluated the
request and determined that the easement is unnecessary for public purposes. The 20-foot
easement is located between Assessor's Parcel Numbers 066-340-002 and 066-340-003 and
shown on the Subdivision No. 57 Skyway Plaza map, filed for record in the office of the Butte
County Recorder in Book 43 of Maps, at Pages 8-11. Abandonment of the easement is
necessary for the approved development of the Lakeridge Circle Multi-Family Housing Project.
A petition for vacation was signed by at least five freeholders and submitted on May 23, 2023,
under Section 8321 of the California Streets and Highway Code. California Government Code
Section 65402 requires that the proposed easement abandonment be presented to the
Planning Commission to determine consistency with the General Plan and comply with State
law. On March 28, 2024, the Planning Commission reviewed this request and determined that
it conforms with the Butte County General Plan and complies with State law. The attached
Resolution of Intent sets the public hearing date to consider the easement abandonment on
June 25, 2024 - action requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
(Public Works)
3.38 Contract with Waste Tire Products for the Collection and Recycling of Electronic Waste (E-
Waste) Products at the Neal Road Recycling & Waste Facility (NRRWF) - The NRRWF E-Waste
Recycling Program was launched in 2004 to collect and divert electronic waste from ending up
in the landfill. This program includes computers, televisions, radios, DVD players, microwaves,
light bulbs, lamps, and small appliances. On April 3, 2024, the Department released a Request
for Quotations to continue E-Waste recovery at NRRWF for the off-site recycling of E-Waste
products. The Department received two responsive proposals evaluated based on unit pricing,
transportation, and loading. After thorough consideration, Waste Tire Products of Orland,
California, is the most cost-effective and responsible bidder. The Department recommends
that the Board of Supervisors enter a contract with Waste Tire Products. The contract term is
May 28, 2024, through May 28, 2029, not-to-exceed $500,000 - action requested - APPROVE
CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Public Works)
3.39 Contract with Cal Custom Enterprises, Inc. for Jail Transport Van Upfitting - The Sheriff's Office
purchased a new jail inmate transport van this fiscal year. The van requires a significant amount
of customization in order to be utilized to safely transport inmates. In February 2024, the
Sheriff's Office published a Request for Proposals for upfitting the van and received one
response from Cal Custom Enterprises, Inc., a Butte County company. The Sheriff's Office
recommends entering into a contract with Cal Custom Enterprises, Inc. for Jail Transport Van
Upfitting. The term of the contract is July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, not-to-exceed
$66,495 - action requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
(Sheriff)
3.40 Accept Capital Asset Trailer Donation from Butte County Sheriff's Mounted Posse - Butte
County Sheriff's Mounted Posse along with numerous community members raised funds to
purchase a new trailer to replace the Captain Bob Pancake Wagon, which has been used to
serve pancakes at community events for several decades. The Sheriff's Office will utilize the
new trailer to continue this tradition. The Sheriff's Office will assume the cost to register,
maintain, and insure the trailer. The Sheriff's Office recommends accepting the donation of the
trailer, with an approximate value of $151,159, as a capital asset - action requested - ACCEPT
CAPITAL ASSET DONATION. (Sheriff)
4. REGULAR ITEMS
4.01 Board, Commissions, and Committees
(List available at https://www.buttecounty.net/327/Board-Commission-Vacancies)
A. Appointment to Listed Vacancies
1) Board Member Appointment to the Northern Rural Training and Employment
Consortium (NoRTEC) - NoRTEC is a consortium of eleven Northern California
Counties established to address the needs of job seekers and businesses in the region
and believes that a healthy business community creates economic vitality. NoRTEC is
dedicated to strengthening and supporting area businesses in order to create jobs
and encourage economic prosperity. Supervisor Durfee was appointed to NoRTEC on
January 24, 2023, but is no longer able to attend the meetings due to time conflict.
Staff is requesting the Board of Supervisors appoint a Board Member to serve on
NoRTEC for a continuous term until replaced by the Board - action requested -
APPOINT A BOARD MEMBER TO SERVE ON NORTEC. (Other - NoRTEC)
2) Appointment to the Butte County Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC) - The Butte
County ALUC was created by the State of California and is tasked with protecting the
public health, safety, and welfare by ensuring the orderly expansion of airports in the
County and the adoption of land use measures that minimize public exposure to
excessive noise and safety hazards within areas around public airports. The ALUC is
a seven-member board composed of the following: two representatives of the cities
appointed by the City Selection Committee; two members representing Butte County
appointed by the Board of Supervisors; two members representing the airports within
the county appointed by a selection committee comprised of the managers of all the
public airports within the County; and one member representing the general public
appointed by the other six members the ALUC. There is currently one vacant county
seat and an application has been received by one well qualified applicant. Staff
recommends appointing Ciara Fisher to serve as Butte County Representative on the
ALUC for a 4 year term ending May 27, 2028 - action requested - APPOINT CIARA
FISHER TO SERVE AS BUTTE COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE ON THE AIRPORT LAND USE
COMMISSION TO A 4 YEAR TERM ENDING MAY 27, 2028. (Other - Airport Land Use
Commission)
3) Appointment to the Butte County Behavioral Health Advisory Board (BHAB) - The
BHAB was established pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code section 5604 to
review and evaluate the community’s mental health needs, services, facilities and
special problems. The BHAB consists of a minimum of 10 members, with 50% of the
membership being consumers or family members of consumers who are receiving or
have received mental health services. At least two members shall be direct consumers
and at least two shall be family members of consumers who are receiving or have
received mental health services; one member of the Board of Supervisors; one law
enforcement representative; one youth representative; one Veteran or Veteran
advocate and at least one community member with knowledge of the mental health
care system. The Behavioral Health Advisory Board recommends the Board of
Supervisors appoint Joanne Warrens as Community Member to serve a three year
term ending May 27, 2027 - action requested - APPOINT JOANNE WARRENS AS
COMMUNITY MEMBER ON THE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD TO SERVE A
THREE YEAR TERM ENDING MAY 27, 2027. (Other - Behavioral Health Advisory Board)
B. Board Member / Committee Reports and Board Member Comments
(Pursuant to California State law, the Board is prohibited from taking action on any item
not listed on the agenda)
4.02 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, at the beginning of the regular 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.
4.03 Resolution Authorizing the Closure of the Dissolved El Medio Fire Protection District (EMFPD),
Payment of Outstanding Claims, and the Return of Unspent Special Assessments to Property
Owners - Following years of financial insolvency, despite ongoing efforts of the EMFPD Board
of Directors, additional revenues could not be procured. EMFPD closed their doors to the
public on December 25, 2020 in an effort to build their fund balance. EMFPD sought assistance
from County of Butte and City of Oroville to restore fire services within the District but was
unable to secure a reasonable and effective path. At its October 3, 2022 meeting, the EMFPD
Board unanimously voted and adopted Resolution No. 22-001 to initiate LAFCo proceedings
for the dissolution of the EMFPD. The LAFCo Resolution 11 2022/23 named Butte County as
the successor agency to wind down the affairs of the dissolved EMFPD. The Butte County
Auditor-Controller identified all of the EMFPD assets and liabilities in need of resolving. The
Board of Supervisors will need to authorize payment of claims for the City of Oroville (totaling
$250,322), the Butte County Fire Department (totaling $225,290), and Best, Best, and Krieger
LLP (totaling $768). Additionally, unspent special assessments will need to be returned to the
current property owners of the former EMFPD via a credit assessment on their property tax
bill. The EMFPD has an estimated available fund balance of $672,516, which is sufficient for
all of these requested actions - action requested - 1) AUTHORIZE EACH OUTSTANDING CLAIM;
2) DIRECT THE UNSPENT SPECIAL ASSESSMENT BALANCE BE RETURNED TO THE CURRENT
PROPERTY OWNERS VIA CREDIT ASSESSMENT ON THE PROPERTY TAX BILL AS A DIRECT
BENEFIT TO THE RESIDENTS OF THE FORMER EL MEDIO FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
TERRITORY; AND 3) ADOPT THE RESOLUTION TO CLOSE OUT THE DISSOLVED EL MEDIO FIRE
DISTRICT FUND F2570. (Auditor-Controller)
4.04 Public Hearing - Capital Asset Purchase of a Type I Fire Engine with Assistance from a
Congressionally Directed Spending Grant for the Palermo Fire Station - The County received
Congressional Directed Spending on behalf of Senator Padilla, Senator Feinstein, and
Congressman LaMalfa for a USDA Rural Development Community Facilities Grant Program for
the purchase of a Type I fire engine for the Palermo Fire Station. The community of Palermo,
being designated as a rural disadvantaged community with a population of less than 12,000
residents, qualifies for a grant of 55% for the purchase of the Type I fire engine with the County
paying the remaining 45% match. The current Type I fire engine is ten years old and has
reached the end of its life and will moved to the reserve fleet. As part of the grant application
process, the County is required to hold a public hearing to inform the public of the project and
allow members of the public an opportunity to comment. The build time for the fire engine is
anticipated to take one year following Board approval. The Department recommends the
Board of Supervisors open the public hearing and approve the capital asset purchase in the
amount of $1,090,910 with a 55% USDA Community Facilities Grant of $600,000 and a 45%
match of $490,910 from the Fire Department Equipment Replacement Fund for FY 2024-25 -
action requested - APPROVE CAPITAL ASSET PURCHASE. (County Administration/Fire)
4.05 California Department of State Hospitals (DSH) Incompetent to Stand Trial (IST) Diversion and
Community-Based Restoration (CBR) Infrastructure Project - Program Presentation - On
February 22, 2024, The Department of Behavioral Health received a Letter of Award from DSH,
Community Forensic Partnerships Division approving and awarding a grant in the amount of
$4,687,500 which shall terminate on June 30, 2028. The award was issued for the DSH IST
Diversion and CBR Project. The Department's proposal and grant award will focus on the
procurement and operation of a 50-bed facility for IST population with a concentration of
services geared toward providing a stable living environment and restoration to stand trial over
the course of 18 months. There are three components for consideration:
1) One-time funding to purchase, build, renovate, and/or furnish housing (up to 50 beds) for
individuals found to be felony incompetent to stand trial. Eligible residences are to house 6 to
10 individuals and include bedrooms, bathroom facilities, shared living spaces and access to
outdoor spaces. They may be licensed/unlicensed residential treatment homes/facilities,
including support transitional housing, board and care, adult care facilities and recovery
residences. Residences may be locked or unlocked facilities.
2) Additional funding from the DSH Permanent Diversion Funding includes wraparound
funding, overhead and administration funding, Justice Partner Funding, Community Program
Director Funding, and Risk Assessment and Evaluation funding. These funds will be offered to
support County partnerships to facilitate programs.
3) The County will be held to performance standards relative to maintaining or reducing the
number of arrests and re-arrests. The County as a whole may be penalized for exceeding the
annual growth cap of 49 clients established by the DSH.
The Department will present information on the grant, preliminary project plans, and
anticipated program outcomes. The Department recommends the Board approve the grant
award and the grant project for IST housing in the community. (Behavioral Health)
Action requested - APPROVE GRANT FUNDING AND PROCEED WITH THE PROJECT.
4.06 Agreements with California Locums PC (CA Locums) - Due to a shortage of clinicians, the
Department of Behavioral Health contracts with vendors to supply clinicians to work at various
Department outpatient clinics, as needed. The clinicians provide clinical psychiatric service and
assists the Department in meeting the required level of mental health services available to the
County. The Department released a Request for Proposal (RFP) on March 11, 2022, for
outpatient locum services. The Department received nine responses: AB Staffing Solutions of
Gilbert, AZ; Adelphi Medical Staffing of Kennesaw, GA; Alumni Staffing LLC of Bridgewater, NJ;
Cell Staff of Portland, OR; California Locums PC of Alpharetta, GA; ES Healthcare of New York,
NY; ExMed, Inc. of Burbank, CA; Golden State Physician Services, P.C. of Alpharetta, GA; and
Traditions Behavioral Health, of Napa, CA. Five of the respondents were awarded, including CA
Locums. The RFP is good for three years. CA Locums is able to supply clinicians to work at
various Department outpatient clinics. The Department released an RFP on August 30, 2022,
for locum medical director services. The Department received three responses: Adelphi
Medical Staffing of Kennesaw, GA; Monroe & Weisbrod, LLC, of Kennesaw, GA; and California
Locums PC of Alpharetta, GA. All respondents were awarded. The RFP is valid for three years.
Both Adelphi and Monroe & Weisbrod, LLC have chosen not to renew with the Department for
locum medical director services. CA Locums is able to provide an on-site medical director to
perform services and duties that ensure quality medical psychiatric treatment and to act as a
key participant in the ongoing clinical review of programs and services, across the department.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve the two agreements with
California Locums PC for outpatient locum services and locum medical director services. The
term of each agreement is July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, with a combined not-to-exceed
total of $2,578,620 ($2,450,000 for locum outpatient services and $128,620 for locum medical
director services) - action requested - APPROVE AGREEMENTS (2) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR
TO SIGN. (Behavioral Health)
4.07 Resolution to Transition the First 5 Butte County Children and Families Commission (The
Commission) Division from Butte County Public Health Department to Butte County
Department of Employment and Social Services - In 1998, California voters approved
Proposition 10, which applied a tax on tobacco products to fund improved outcomes for young
children. The Commission uses these tax dollars to fund local programs and services for young
children, 0-5 years of age, to enhance their health and early growth experiences. The
Commission is part of a Statewide effort to create a seamless system of integrated and
comprehensive programs and services. This system is supported by establishing community-
based programs that provide parental education, public education, and family support that
results in effective childhood development. The programs focus on the importance and
benefits of nurturing, health care, child care, and family support. The Commission is a nine-
member and two-alternate body, comprised of a member of the Board of Supervisors, the
three Directors of Behavioral Health, Employment and Social Services, and Public Health, and
seven members of the public who are appointed by the Board of Supervisors. Since the
Commission’s inception in 1998, the Department of Public Health has provided staffing. In an
effort to remain in alignment with their mission of providing an integrated system of support
for young children and their caregivers, the Commission unanimously approved the transfer of
staff from the Department of Public Health to the Department of Employment and Social
Services at their Board meeting on February 16, 2024. The five currently staffed positions
assigned to the Commission are as follows: 1 Executive Director, 1 Program Manager, 1
Program Analyst III, 1 Coordinator, 1 Public Health Education Specialist, converting to a
Program Analyst I. The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends the Board
of Supervisors adopt a resolution amending the Salary Ordinance for the following
departments: Employment and Social Services and Public Health - action requested - ADOPT
RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Employment & Social Services)
4.08 Resolution Authorizing Grant Application for California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) California
Clean Energy Planning Program (CCEPP) - The Department of Development Services is seeking
authorization to apply for the California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Siting, Transmission, and
Environmental Protection Division California Clean Energy Planning Program (CCEPP). This
grant would provide up to $100,000 in grant funds to support the advanced planning projects
outlined in the General Plan 2030 (GP2030)/Climate Action Plan (CAP) including projects such
as an update to the Utility Scale Solar Guidebook and development of standards for the
associated battery storage uses which the Department of Development Services would then
use to provide to the public as a guide for new solar projects. Staff recommends Board
consideration of a resolution authorizing staff to submit a formal grant application; authorizing
the County to enter into a funding agreement with the California Energy Commission; and
authorizing the Director of Development Services to sign the grant documents - action
requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Development Services)
4.09 Five Mile Basin Sediment Removal and Maintenance Discussion - The Five Mile Basin,
established in the 1960s in Chico, California, is critical in providing flood relief to the city and
surrounding areas. The basin includes portions of Big Chico Creek, Mud Creek, Sandy Gulch
(Lindo Channel), and various diversion structures designed to mitigate flooding. CSA 24 was
established in 1965 to fund the ongoing maintenance of these structures. Historically,
sediment from Big Chico Creek has been deposited in the basin during high-water events,
reducing stormwater capacity without regular maintenance. Local efforts in sediment
harvesting for reuse have been crucial in maintaining the basin's flood control capacity.
However, a cease and desist notice from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife in 2001
highlighted the environmental impacts of these operations, leading to more sporadic
maintenance activities. Recent sediment buildup has raised concerns among Chico residents
and city leaders, prompting discussions about the basin's management. The Department will
present an update to the Board of Supervisors and solicit feedback on funding and executing a
future sediment removal project - action requested - PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF. (Public
Works)
4.10 Resolution Authorizing the Code Enforcement Project Expansion Application for 2017 and 2018
Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Mitigation Planning &
Public Service Program (MIT-PPS) - On January 23, 2024, the Board of Supervisors authorized
the submission of six grant applications for CDBG-DR MIT-PPS funds associated with the 2017
and 2018 disasters. On April 23, 2024, the Board of Supervisors provided direction to submit
an additional four project applications after the California Department of Housing and
Community Development (HCD) removed the funding cap and extended the application
deadline. HCD then notified County staff that applications could request a delayed start to
allow for existing programs to close out and resume under a new award. In June of 2022 HCD
awarded a grant for the Fire Prevention and Protection: Code Enforcement Project (Project)
application to the County. The Project extends through June of 2026 and includes enforcement
beyond Chapter 38A, including Chapter 32A – Property Maintenance and Abatement of
Nuisances, Chapter 34A – Medical Marijuana Cultivation, and Chapter 34C – Nonmedical
Marijuana in the unincorporated area of the County which pose significant fire risk to
surrounding structures and communities. With the delayed start now allowed by HCD, the
Department proposes submitting an additional application for MIT-PPS funds to expand the
Project throughout the County starting in mid-2026 when the existing program ends, with
continued focus on self-abatement and compliance. The grant request is for $2.4 million
dollars which will fund code enforcement officers, vehicle leasing and maintenance, in addition
to expanded outreach and education. MIT-PPS grant funds have an expenditure deadline of
June 2029 and cannot be used for abatement. Staff recommends the Board authorize the
resolution to submit the Fire Protection and Prevention: Code Enforcement Project Expansion
application - action requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
(County Administration)
4.11 Letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Response to Request for Information - On April 29,
2024 the County received a request for information from the United State Department of
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs pertaining to Mooretown Rancheria’s application to have
355.01 acres of real property in Butte County accepted “into trust” by the United States of
America. The property is contiguous with the current reservation and proposed uses include a
160 unit housing development, event or conference center, amphitheater, two-tiered parking
garage and agricultural uses. This application is currently being reviewed by the Bureau of
Indian Affairs and the authority to approve the application is vested with the Secretary of the
Interior. The request for information is to assist the Bureau of Indian Affairs assess the impact
of the removal of the property from the tax rolls. The specific information requested includes
property taxes levied, amounts of special assessments, government services currently
provided and if the intended use is consistent with current zoning. The letter provides the
information requested and including: 1) The current annual taxes levied on the project area
are $46,985, of which the county retains approximately 20%. 2) With the exception of CSA 164
Animal Control which is managed by the County, the County does not have any special
assessments. 3) The County currently provides its full range of services to the project area,
generally speaking these services would continue if the land was taken into trust with the
exception of land use oversight. 4) Portions of the proposed uses are consistent with current
zoning such as a 160 unit single family residential development, while other portions such as
an amphitheater and parking garage are not. Staff recommends the Board approve the letter
- action requested - APPROVE LETTER AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (County
Administration)
4.12 Update of Budget, Legislative, and Other Current Issues by the Chief Administrative Officer
4.13 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.
4.14 Items Removed from the Consent Agenda for Board Consideration and Action
5 PUBLIC HEARINGS AND TIMED ITEMS
5.01 9:55 am - Timed Item - Approval of the Neal Road Recycling and Waste Facility (NRRWF) Master
Plan - The Department presented a comprehensive discussion on the draft NRRWF Master Plan
to the Board of Supervisors on October 10, 2023, and March 12, 2024. These presentations
aimed to identify the future needs of the NRRWF, highlighting the challenges posed by
outdated facilities, including inefficiencies and safety concerns for residents and commercial
users. The Department also underscored the difficulties in meeting the evolving regional and
state regulatory and permitting requirements. The Board provided valuable feedback, input,
and broad support for the Master Plan. The Master Plan seeks to balance the development of
necessary programs and the maintenance of reasonable fees to prevent unintended
consequences such as illegal dumping and increased business costs. Butte County is in a unique
position compared to many California counties, with substantial landfill space that offers an
opportunity to manage waste disposal costs effectively through the 21st century. By leveraging
its solid waste assets, including site longevity, prime location, and permitting programs, the
County is poised to operate autonomously and collaborate with the private sector to provide
cost-effective services in compliance with State regulations. The Master Plan proposes several
significant upgrades to modernize the NRRWF. These upgrades include the construction of a
new access road and scale house, establishing a public drop-off area, constructing a modern
administration building, and creating a "reuse" area alongside a construction and demolition
processing facility. The Department recommends the Board approve the Master Plan - action
requested - APPROVE THE NRRWF MASTER PLAN. (Public Works)
5.02 10:00 am - Public Hearing - Resolution of the Butte County Board of Supervisors Adopting a
Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Neal Road Recycling and Waste Facility (NRRWF) Soil
Stockpile Expansion Project - The NRRWF plans to expand landfill capacity by beginning
construction on the Module 5 Phase E project later this year. The project anticipates excavating
more than 1 million cubic yards of material during construction. The NRRWF can reduce project
costs by stockpiling the excavated material on recently acquired vacant property (APN 040-
600-084). An Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) was completed under
CEQA Guidelines to study the impacts of the soil stockpile. A Notice of Intent to Adopt a
Mitigated Negative Declaration for the NRRWF Soil Stockpile Expansion Project was prepared
and advertised on March 19, 2024, for public comment and review through April 17, 2024. The
study identified less than significant environmental impacts with mitigation incorporated. The
Department received one comment from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife
(CDFW). The issues identified by the CDFW were considered routine and did not constitute
significant new information requiring the IS/MND recirculation. The Mitigation Monitoring and
Reporting Program will track and document compliance with required measures, note any
problems that may result, and take appropriate action to rectify problems. Construction is
scheduled to begin later this year - action requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE
THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Public Works)
5.03 10:05 am - Public Hearing - Resolution Amending the Master Fee Schedule at the Neal Road
Recycling and Waste Facility (NRRWF) - The Board of Supervisors previously approved NRRWF
rate adjustments on November 6, 2012. Current fiscal projections suggest the NRRWF will
exhaust all remaining fund balances before June 30, 2026, without a rate adjustment. The
Department presented a draft NRRWF Master Plan to the Board of Supervisors on October 10,
2023, and March 12, 2024. These presentations included a detailed fiscal analysis and
recommended rate adjustments to ensure fiscally sustainable operations. The Board provided
valuable feedback during these presentations and directed staff to return with updated
information for its consideration. The recommended master fee schedule adjustments include
tipping fee increases of 23% ($51.80/ton) for FY 2024-25 and 23% ($63.71/ton) for FY 2025-26.
Subsequent master fee schedule adjustments after FY 2025-26 would be subject to annual
inflationary adjustments per the Butte County Municipal Code. These recommended
adjustments will provide NRRWF with the necessary funding to continue offering the services
expected by the community, ensure compliance with applicable regulatory compliance
measures, and deliver the projects and programs identified in the Master Plan. The
Department recommends adopting a resolution amending the master fee schedule at the
NRRWF - action requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. (Public
Works)
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
I. General Services Director
J. Human Resources Director
K. Information Systems Director
L. Library Director
M. Public Health Director
N. Public Works Director
O. Water & Resource Conservation Director
6.02 Conference with Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6:
Negotiators: Jack Hughes, Sheri Waters, Aaron Quin 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 1. Actual litigation pursuant to Gov. Code sec. 54956.9(d)(1) - three cases:
a. Lisa Walters v. Butte County; Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No.
ADJ16461870 (CLAIM NUMBER: 2197110108)
b. Lisa Walters v. Butte County; Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No.
ADJ16461887 (CLAIM NUMBER: 2197110109)
c. Jeannie Anselmo v. Butte County; Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No.
ADJ3540936 (CLAIM NUMBER: CBTE-73128)
6.04 Closed Session Public Comment
Butte County
Department Heads
Agricultural
Commissioner:
Louie Mendoza
Assessor*:
Alyssa Douglass
Auditor-Controller*:
Graciela Gutierrez
Behavioral Health:
Scott Kennelly
Chief Administrative
Officer:
Andy Pickett
Chief Probation Officer:
Melissa Romero
Child Support Services:
Sean Farrell
Clerk-Recorder/
Registrar of Voters*:
Keaton Denlay
County Counsel:
Brad Stephens
Development Services:
Paula Daneluk
District Attorney*:
Mike Ramsey
Employment&Social
Services:
Shelby Boston
Fire Chief:
Garrett Sjolund
General Services:
Michael Hodson
Human Resources:
Sheri Waters
Information Systems:
Paul LaValley
Library:
Misty Wright, Interim
Public Health:
Danette York
Public Works:
Joshua Pack
Sheriff-Coroner*:
Kory Honea
Treasurer-Tax Collector*:
Troy Kidd
UCCooperative
Extension Advisor:
Luis Espino
Water&Resource
Conservation:
Kamie Loeser
*Elected Official
Information and Procedures Concerning the Agenda and Board of Supervisors Meetings
Meeting Information:
Meetings are generally held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. Meetings start at 9:00 a.m. and are held in the
Board of Supervisors Chambers, County Administration Building, 25 County Center Drive, Oroville. At the end of each year the
Board adopts a meeting schedule for the upcoming year. Meeting dates can be changed as a result of holidays or other events
so please check the meeting calendar to be certain. Copies of the adopted meeting calendar for the year are available in the
County Administrative Office or on the Clerk of the Board website page.
Agenda Information:
The agenda for every meeting of the Board is posted in front of the County Administration Building at least 72 hours before
each meeting, and is available by mail subscription, e-mail subscription, or at the Clerk of the Board website. A copy of the
agenda and supporting materials provided to the Board of Supervisors members to explain each agenda item (excluding
documents that are not a public record within the meaning of the Public Records Act) are available for your review at the County
Administrative Office, the Chico, Oroville, and Paradise libraries (please do not remove items from these files), and at the Clerk
of the Board website. Copies of supporting materials can be made for you at a charge to cover costs. The list of communications
included with the agenda packages is not comprehensive. Additional communications to the Board of Supervisors may have
been received but not included in the agenda supporting material. Copies of all communications received by the Board of
Supervisors (excluding documents that are not a public record within the meaning of the Public Records Act) are available at
the County Administrative Office upon request.
Agenda Format and Meeting Order:
The agenda is usually organized into the following areas and meetings generally proceed in the following order:
1. Consent Agenda: These items are considered routine and are handled by one motion and vote of the Board. If you wish to
discuss any item on the Consent Agenda you can either fill out a speaker card (located in the back of the board room) and give
it to the Clerk of the Board (sitting to the right of the Board) or, when the Chair asks if there is anything anyone would like to
remove from the Consent Agenda, stand and approach the podium and request the item be removed. The removed items are
discussed at the end of the Regular Agenda.
2. Public Comment: This is the area of the agenda where members of the audience may address the Board on any matter not
listed on the agenda. The Board, by law, cannot take action on any matter not listed on the agenda, but may respond to
statements or questions and provide staff direction. Public Comment is limited to 3 minutes, and may be adjusted at the
discretion of the Chair.
3. Regular Agenda: This is where presentations to the Board and items that require full discussion are heard. Items removed
from the Consent Agenda are discussed under this section.
4. Public Hearing and Timed Items: This is where items that are required by law to be heard as a public hearing are set. This is
the section where appeals before the Board are usually discussed. Hearings may start after the time listed, but will never start
before the time listed.
5. Closed Session: The Board is authorized, by law, to meet in a closed session in certain circumstances. This area of the agenda
identifies those items that will be discussed during the Closed Session.
Public Participation:
It is the policy of the Board of Supervisors, and a requirement of the California Open Meetings Law, to allow members of the
public the opportunity to comment on all matters before the Board. Public participation is limited to matters within the
subject matter jurisdiction of the Board pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3. The Board of Supervisors is also
committed to making its proceedings accessible to all residents. Individuals with special needs should call the Clerk of the
Board at 530.552.3300, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to request disability-related
modifications/accommodations, or to request materials in alternate formats. All requests for special accommodations
and/or alternative format documents must be made 48 hours prior to the meeting.
Disclosure of Campaign Contributions
Pursuant to Government Code section 84308, members of the Board of Supervisors are disqualified and not able to participate
in any agenda item involving contracts (other than competitively bid, labor, or personal employment contracts), franchises,
discretionary land use permits and other entitlements if the Board member received more than $250 in campaign contributions
from the applicant or contractor, an agent of the applicant or contractor, or any financially interested participant who actively
supports or opposes the County’s decision on the agenda item since January 1, 2023. Members of the Board of Supervisors who
have received, and applicants, contractors or their agents who have made, campaign contributions totaling more than $250 to
a Board member since January 1, 2023, are required to disclose that fact for the official record of the subject proceeding.
Disclosures must include the amount of the campaign contribution and identify the recipient Board member and may be made
either in writing to the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors prior to the subject hearing or by verbal disclosure at the time of the
hearing.
For further information contact the:
Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
County Administration Office
25 County Center Drive, Suite 200, Oroville, CA 95965
530.552.3300
Board of Supervisors Agenda – Commonly Used Acronyms:
AB – Assembly Bill EIR – Environmental Impact Report
APN – Assessor’s Parcel Number EOC – Emergency Operations Center
AQMA – Air Quality Management Act EPA – Environmental Protection Agency
ARPA – American Rescue Plan Act FEIR – Final Environmental Impact Report
BCAG – Butte County Association of Governments FEMA – Federal Emergency Management
Agency
BLUF – Bottom Line Up Front FY – Fiscal Year
BOE – Board of Equalization GP – General Plan
BCFD – Butte County Fire Department IMP – Infrastructure Master Plan
BCGP – Butte County General Plan JPA – Joint Powers Authority
BCOE – Butte County Office of Education LAFCO – Local Agency Formation Commission
BCSO – Butte County Sheriff’s Office MOU – Memorandum of Understanding
BINTF – Butte Interagency Narcotics Task Force MUP – Minor Use Permit
BRCP – Butte Regional Conservation Plan NOC – Notice of Completion
CAL FIRE – California Department of Forestry and Fire
Protection
NOP – Notice of Preparation
Cal OES – California Office of Emergency Services EM – Emergency Management
CalTrans – California Department of Transportation RFP – Request for Proposals
CDBG – Community Development Block Grant SB – Senate Bill
CEQA – California Environmental Quality Act SBFCA – Sutter Butte Flood Control Agency
CSA – County Service Area SGMA – Sustainable Groundwater Management
Agency
DEIR – Draft Environmental Impact Report SHARP – Self-Help Assistance and Referral
Program
DID – Durham Irrigation District TAC – Technical Advisory Committee
DOT – Department of Transportation YTD – Year-to-date
DWR – Department of Water Resources