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BUTTE COUNTY
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
9:00 AM
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
PETER DURFEE, DISTRICT 2
TAMI RITTER, DISTRICT 3
TOD KIMMELSHUE, DISTRICT 4
DOUG TEETER, DISTRICT 5
ANDY PICKETT
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
CLERK OF THE BOARD
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
BRAD STEPHENS,
COUNTY COUNSEL
1. CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2. INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
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, and 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.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
3. CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items, then
proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further discussion at the
request of a Supervisor.
3.1. County Administration
3.1.a Approval of Board of Supervisors Meeting Minutes
Submitted for approval are the October 22, 2024 Board of Supervisors Meeting
Minutes. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE OCTOBER 22, 2024 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MEETING MINUTES.
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3.1.b Fiscal Year 2024-25 Consolidated Budget Amendments
Each fall, County Administration coordinates a consolidated budget amendment for
multiple departments containing routine budget amendments 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 and purchases spanning fiscal years that need to
be rebudgeted in FY 2024-25, and have identified a number of recommended budget
clean-up actions. The amendments are a net total of $12,677,176 in reducing
appropriations, including transfers between funds, and an increase of $64,514 to the
General Fund Appropriation for Contingencies, which has a current balance of
$10,441,510, and will have an updated balance of $10,506,024 when these amendments
are made. The remaining amendments are offset by the use of fund balances or increased
revenue. All American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and PG&E Settlement Fund rebudgets
are for previous Board approved programs. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENTS INCLUDING TRANSFER TO
GENERAL FUND APPROPRIATION FOR CONTINGENCIES (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED);
AND AUTHORIZE CAPITAL ASSET AUTHORITY FOR THE PURCHASE OF 11
VEHICLES, A BALLOT EXTRACTOR, THE SALES TAX DUE UPON DELIVERY OF A
TYPE I FIRE ENGINE, AND FOR THE FOLLOWING CAPITAL PROJECTS:
PSYCHIATRIC HEALTH FACILITY SAFETY UPGRADES, PUBLIC HEALTH SUPPLY
STORAGE BUILDING, ST. JOHN’S MOUNTAIN COMMUNICATION SITE VAULT
REPLACEMENT, AND THE OROVILLE VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK FOR ALL OF
BUTTE COUNTY.
3.1.c Resolution Approving Application for the Fiscal Year 2024 Emergency Management
Performance Grant (EMPG)
The Butte County Operational Area has been allocated $160,713 by the California Office
of Emergency Services through the Fiscal Year 2024 EMPG Program to support activities
that contribute to the mitigation, prevention, preparation, response, and recovery from
emergencies. These funds are used to purchase emergency operations center materials,
community outreach items, employee training, and assist in the day-to-day expenses of
the Emergency Management Division of County Administration. Participation in this grant
requires a match and reimburses 50% of eligible expenses up to $160,713. The grant and
required match are included in the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Adopted Budget.
Approval of the resolution authorizes staff to apply for the grant and authorizes the Chief
Administrative Officer, Assistant Chief Administrative Officer, Deputy Administrative
Officers, and Emergency Manager to sign grant documents. (COUNTY
ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.1.d Resolution Designating Authorized Agents for Butte County
State law requires designation of Authorized Agents for purposes of engaging with FEMA
and CalOES regarding grants and financial assistance related to Public Law 93-288
(Stafford Act) and the California Disaster Assistance Act. Staff recommend approval of a
resolution designating the Chief Administrative Officer, Assistant Chief Administrative
Officer, Deputy Administrative Officers, and Emergency Manager as Authorized Agents for
Butte County. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
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Action Requested - APPROVE THE RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
3.1.e Resolution Ratifying Local Disaster Proclamation
Andy Pickett, the Chief Administrative Officer, proclaimed a local emergency on July 2,
2024, due to the Thompson fire. The fire burned a portion of the community with a high
concentration of access and functional needs population, and ultimately destroyed 34
structures. On July 25, 2024, the Chief Administrative Officer proclaimed a local
emergency for the Park Fire. The Park Fire started the afternoon of July 24, 2024, in
Upper Bidwell Park on the edge of Chico and grew quickly, requiring evacuations in North
Chico, Richardson Springs, Cohasset, Butte Meadows, and Forest Ranch. The Park Fire
destroyed 428 structures. The magnitude of the Thompson and Park Fires quickly
outpaced local capacity and each were declared a local emergency due to wildfire.
Per California Law, once the proclamation is ratified, it must be renewed every 60 days.
The Department requests the Board renew the local emergency for the Park and
Thompson Fires. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - ADOPT THE LOCAL EMERGENCY RESOLUTION AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.1.f Amendments to the CalHome Disaster Assistance Housing Rehabilitation Program
Guidelines and Subrecipient Agreement with Habitat for Humanity Yuba/Sutter
On October 26, 2021, the Board of Supervisors approved an application to the California
Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for disaster assistance from
its CalHome Program. On May 23, 2023, the Board approved a Subrecipient Agreement
with Habitat for Humanity Yuba/Sutter (Habitat) to provide program consultant services.
The program funds rehabilitation and reconstruction of single-family housing units,
accessory dwelling units, and junior accessory dwelling units impacted by the 2017, 2018
and 2020 wildfires.
On July 18, 2024, HCD announced changes to their Notice of Funding Availability and
Guidelines, including an increase to loan limits for rehabilitation and reconstruction. On
October 17, 2024, HCD approved amendments to Butte County’s Program Guidelines and
Subrecipient Agreement with Habitat to increase program loan limits. With these
amendments, the new loan limits for the CalHome Program will be $200,000 for owner-
occupied rehabilitation, $250,000 for owner-occupied reconstruction, and $250,000 for
accessory dwelling unit and junior accessory dwelling unit construction.
Staff recommends the Board adopt the amended Program Guidelines and approve the
amendment to the Subrecipient Agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. (COUNTY
ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - 1) ADOPT THE AMENDED PROGRAM GUIDELINES; AND
2) APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.1.g Ratify Letter of Support for City of Oroville Broadband Funding Application
On September 28, 2021, the Board of Supervisors voted to join Golden State Connect
Authority (GSCA), a joint powers authority created by Rural County Representatives of
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California (RCRC) for the purpose of expanding broadband access and quality in rural
counties. In 2023, GSCA submitted Federal Funding Account (FFA) applications to the
California Public Utilities Agency (CPUC) for broadband projects within the City of Oroville
and unincorporated area of Butte County. On September 26, 2023, the Board ratified a
support letter for projects in the unincorporated area. On October 25, 2024, the CPUC
requested a support letter from the County for projects in the City of Oroville, by October
28, 2024, which staff submitted. Staff recommends the Board ratify the support
letter. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - RATIFY LETTER OF SUPPORT.
3.2. County Library
3.2.a Library Budget Amendment for Grants
The California State Library has awarded the County Library with one new grant and two
final grant amounts for multi-year grants. The new grant award is for $11,527 for the
purchase of Zipbooks, which are ordered and delivered directly to the patron's home and
returned to the library after reading. The final grant award for adult literacy services is
$39,461, which is an increase of $14,461 to cover expenses related to the Book Mobile. A
final grant award for children and family literacy services is $37,913, which is an increase
of $7,913 for the purchase of early literacy materials and supplies. The Department
recommends the Board of Supervisors approve a budget amendment to allocate the grant
funds. (LIBRARY)
Action Requested - APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
3.3. Department of Behavioral Health
3.3.a Behavioral Health Managed Care Agreement with Aurora Behavioral Healthcare - Santa
Rosa, LLC, DBA Santa Rosa Behavioral Healthcare Hospital (Aurora Behavioral
Healthcare)
Aurora Behavioral Healthcare operates a licensed 144-bed acute psychiatric health
facility. The psychiatric health facility provides inpatient hospitalization services, which
include diagnostic assessment of mental health status, psychiatric treatment, rapid
stabilization, coordinated discharge planning, and transitional planning with referrals to an
appropriate post-hospitalization setting for clients referred by the Department of
Behavioral Health. Managed care agreements are state-mandated. The State process
requires agreements to be fully executed by the governing board of each psychiatric
health facility before notification to the State of the contracted rates. Once an agreement is
executed, all other counties contracting with the facility utilize those rates. Due to these
requirements, managed care agreements are approved retroactively. The Department
recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an agreement with Aurora Behavioral
Healthcare for inpatient hospitalization services. The term of the contract is July 1, 2024,
through June 30, 2025, not-to-exceed $80,861. The agreement is not measured in terms
of the number of clients served, as the length of stay varies based on each client's specific
needs. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN.
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3.3.b Behavioral Health Managed Care Agreement with Sacramento Behavioral Healthcare
Hospital, LLC
Sacramento Behavioral Healthcare Hospital, LLC operates a licensed 117-bed acute
psychiatric health facility. The psychiatric health facility provides inpatient services, which
include diagnostic assessment of mental health status, psychiatric treatment, rapid
stabilization, coordinated discharge planning, and transitional planning with referrals to an
appropriate post-hospitalization setting for clients referred by the Department of
Behavioral Health. Managed care agreements are state-mandated. The State process
requires agreements to be fully executed by the governing board of each psychiatric
health facility before notification to the State of the contracted rates. Once an agreement is
executed, all other counties contracting with the facility utilize those rates. Due to these
requirements, managed care agreements are approved retroactively. The Department
recommends entering into an agreement with Sacramento Behavioral Healthcare
Hospital, LLC for inpatient hospitalization services. The term of the contract is July 1,
2024, through June 30, 2025, not-to-exceed $180,905. The agreement is not measured in
terms of the number of clients served, as the length of stay varies based on each client's
specific needs. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.3.c Budget Amendment for Eating Disorder Services
The California Department of Health Care Services requires county Behavioral Health
Departments to provide and fund eating disorder services through their Mental Health
Plans. This new requirement becomes effective in the current fiscal year. Eating disorders
are complex conditions involving both physical and psychological symptoms and
complications. Treatment typically involves blending physical health and mental health
interventions. The Department of Behavioral Health will work with the Mental Health Plans
to include eating disorder services and anticipates the services to cost $50,000 for the
remainder of the fiscal year. The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors
approve a budget amendment to allocate Mental Health Services Act funding for
mandated eating disorders services. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
3.3.d Professional and Specialized Service Agreement with Dr. Donovan Alan Wong, M.D., Inc.
for Medical Director Services
For several years, the Department of Behavioral Health has been unable to hire staff
psychiatrists to provide services to clients. In order to provide these services, the
Department has contracted with locum vendors to provide a rotation of psychiatrists to
meet the level of mental health services required in the County. Dr. Donovan Alan Wong,
M.D. is a psychiatrist and available to provide Medical Director and psychiatric services as
an independent contractor. This contract will further stabilize mental health services by
replacing the rotation of psychiatrists with a dedicated psychiatrist. Staff recommends the
Board of Supervisors approve a sole source contract with Dr. Wong as Medical Director.
The term of the contract is October 21, 2024, through June 30, 2025, not-to-exceed
$353,925. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN.
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3.4. Department of Development Services
3.4.a Budget Amendment for Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) DR-4407-0028 Grant
Award for Butte County Building Code Enforcement
The Department of Development Services has received FEMA HMGP funding for a three-
year project for Butte County Building Code Enforcement. The project has seven
components: 1) Building Permit Direct Services; 2) Ombudsperson Services; 3) Office and
Field Demands; 4) Education and Outreach; 5) Building Code Enforcement; 6)
Coordination; and 7) General Program Administration. This funding will provide three
positions for the duration of the grant term to aid in the long-term recovery from the Camp
Fire incident and to mitigate future disasters. The Department anticipates spending
$418,443 each fiscal year for the three-year grant term.
The Department of Development Services recommends accepting the funds and
approving the attached budget amendment. (DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES)
Action Requested - ACCEPT THE GRANT FUNDING AND APPROVE BUDGET
AMENDMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
3.4.b Budget Amendment for the Abatement of 12104 La Porte Road
The Department of Development Services is in the process of the abatement of a public
nuisance located at 12104 La Porte Road, Clipper Mills, CA, 95925. During the abatement
process, the contractor discovered asbestos that would require immediate remediation
before continuing the public nuisance abatement. The contractor's cost for abating the
asbestos from the property is $39,065; the Department recommends approving the budget
amendment for $40,065 (including $1,000 for contracting contingencies) from General
Fund Contingencies, which will have a balance of 10,465,959 when this adjustment is
made. (DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE BUDGET AMENDMENT FROM GENERAL FUND
CONTINGENCY (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
3.4.c County-Initiated Code Amendments (CA23-0001) to Butte County Code Chapter 20
(Subdivision Ordinance) - Second Reading
At its October 22, 2024 meeting the Board of Supervisors adopted the resolution
determining the code amendment was not a project under the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) and waived the first reading of the Ordinance amending Butte County
Code (BCC) Chapter 20 (Subdivision Ordinance). This is a County-initiated amendment
to Butte County Code, Chapter 20 (Subdivision Ordinance). In coordination with Butte
County Public Works, Development Services has initiated these amendments to address
long-standing issues concerning the Subdivision Ordinance. These amendments are
intended to streamline processing times, clarify language, improve County processes, and
become more consistent with the State Subdivision Map Act. These amendments include
removing or adding language to the following sections: 1) Article III (Definitions), remove
Zero Lot Line Subdivision (BCC sec. 20-53.5). 2) Article IV (Appeals), remove language
from BCC sec. 20-66(c) and (d)(1-4). 3) Article IV (Appeal), add in code section 20-66
reference to BCC sec. 20-106. 4) Article V (Parcel Maps), remove noticing requirements
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for Lot Line Adjustments (BCC sec. 20-95.1(c)). 5) Article V (Parcel Maps), remove
language regarding nonconforming parcels from BCC sec. 20-95.1(d)(2)). 6) Article V
(Parcel Maps), add language referencing BCC sec. 24-302 to BCC sec. 20-95.1(d)(2)). 7)
Article VII (Violations and Certificate of Compliance), remove BCC sec. 20-174 (Adjacent
Parcels). 8) Article VIII (Mergers and Reversions to Acreage), remove noticing
requirements for Mergers (BCC sec. 20-180.3(e)). (DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES)
Action Requested - ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.5. Department of Employment & Social Services
3.5.a Resolution Recognizing November as Adoption Awareness Month
National Adoption Month is a time to raise public awareness about adoption and bring
attention to the 109,000 children waiting for a permanent family connection in the United
States. It is a month encouraging others to learn about adoption, to hold adoption related
events, to highlight the importance of helping youth build positive relationships, and to
promote family, community and cultural connections that provide a sense of belonging and
long term stability.
Since 1995, National Adoption Awareness Month has been celebrated by the families who
have grown through adoptions, and honors every youth still waiting for a permanent
placement. A total of 63 children will have finalized adoptions in Butte County by the end
of 2024. Butte County recognizes that all children deserve a home that provides support,
security, kindness and love.
The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends adopting a resolution
recognizing November 2024 as Adoption Awareness Month in Butte
County. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.5.b Contract Amendment with Record Xpress of California, LLC for Record Management
Services
Record Xpress provides document storage, record retrieval and pickups, secure
document shredding, console and bin services, data backup and media management.
Record Xpress provides confidential storage and paper waste shredding services at
Department of Employment and Social Services locations throughout Butte County.
The Department recommends amending the contract with Record Xpress for record
management services. The amendment extends the term of the contract by two years
through June 30, 2027, and increases the maximum payable amount by $148,000, not-to-
exceed $313,000. The original contract was approved by the Board of Supervisors on
December 13, 2022. All other terms remain the same. (DEPARTMENT OF
EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
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3.5.c Resolution Authorizing the Application and Acceptance of the Transitional Housing
Program (THP) R6 and the Housing Navigation and Maintenance Program (HNMP) R3
Allocation Awards
The California Department of Housing and Community Development made $25.3 million
available for the expansion of the Transitional Housing Program and $8.7 million for the
expansion of the Housing Navigation and Maintenance Program within the Transitional
Housing Program. Butte County's allocation for the Transitional Housing Program is
$186,555 and $112,189 was allocated for the Housing Navigation and Maintenance
Program.
The purpose of the Transitional Housing Program is to provide stable housing to former
foster care and probation youth between the ages of 21 to 25 years old. Use of funds may
include, but is not limited to: 1) Improving coordination and linkages to community
resources within the child welfare system and Homeless Continuum of Care; 2) Providing
a safe living environment for up to 36 months; 3) Identifying and assisting young adults
with housing services in the community; 4) Assisting young adults with the transition to
independent adulthood, through educational support, teaching job skills and life skills.
The purpose of the Housing Navigator within the Transitional Housing Program is to find
suitable, stable, safe and affordable housing for the young adults participating in the
program. The Housing Navigator provides housing case management, such as ongoing
financial management training, to allow the participants to budget for monthly rent, utility
costs, and living expenses.
The allocation will provide for services to sixteen youth during FY 2025-26. The
Department of Employment and Social Services recommends adopting a resolution
authorizing the application and acceptance of the allocation awards. (DEPARTMENT OF
EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.6. Department of General Services
3.6.a Contract Amendment with Recology Butte Colusa Counties (Recology) for Solid Waste
and Recycling Services at County Facilities
The Department of General Services released a solicitation for solid waste and recycling
services for County facilities. Two bids were received, one from Recology of Oroville and
the other from Waste Management of Chico. Recology was the lowest responsible bidder.
On November 9, 2021, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with Recology. The
term of the contract is December 1, 2021, through November 30, 2024, not-to-exceed
$234,000. The Department recommends the Board approve an amendment to the
contract with Recology. The amendment changes the scope of work to include solid waste
and recycling services for County facilities, extends the term by two years through
November 30, 2026, and increases the maximum payable amount by $141,000, not-to-
exceed $375,000. All other terms remain the same. (DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL
SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
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3.6.b Contract with Jayson Architecture for Architectural and Engineering Design Services for
the Butte County Library Projects Under the California State Library Building Forward
Grant Award
On December 12, 2023, the Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution accepting
$14,159,321 in grant funds for building improvements at the Oroville and Chico Branch
Libraries from the California State Library "Building Forward" grant. The improvements
include addressing critical building maintenance such as roofing, weather proofing, and
electrical upgrades in Oroville, improved ADA access and electrical upgrades in Chico,
improved energy efficiency, and preparing both facilities for future digital access systems.
The Department of General Services issued a Request For Proposals for Architectural
and Engineering Design Services. The Department received five proposals; JKAE, of
Auburn, CA; Page & Turnbull, of Sacramento, CA; Russell, Gallaway Associates, Inc. of
Chico, CA; Jayson Architecture, of San Francisco, CA; and SVA Architects, Inc. of Davis,
CA. The Department recommends the Board approve a contract with Jayson Architecture,
the most responsive respondent. The term of this contract is Notice to Proceed through
June 30, 2027, not-to-exceed $1,514,711. (DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.6.c Budget Amendment for Public Health Clinic Tenant Improvements at 1930 Notre Dame
Boulevard, Chico
On August 27, 2024, the Board of Supervisors approved a lease agreement with Tank
District, LLC for the relocation of the Public Health Clinic to 1930 Notre Dame Boulevard in
Chico. The Public Health Clinic will occupy 3,830 square feet of medical office space.
Some tenant improvements are necessary to meet the operational needs of the clinic. The
proposed tenant improvements include design, project management time, permitting,
exterior and interior signage, door access controls, new public access doors to clinic
lobby, modular furniture, storage cabinets, a mop sink, window coverings, a baby
changing station, and moving expenses. The Department of Public Health and the
Department of General Services recommend the Board approve the creation of a capital
project and budget amendment for a total estimated cost of $206,800. The cost of the
tenant improvements is paid for with State funds. (DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL
SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
3.7. Department of Human Resources
3.7.a 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:
Behavioral Health: Delete 1 Medical Director position. Due to a shortage of psychiatrists in
the County, psychiatric services previously completed by this classification are provided
by professional and specialized service contracts or locum agencies. This change better
reflects the operations of the Department. Total allocations to decrease by 1.
Clerk-Recorder: Delete 1 Administrative Analyst Supervisor position effective 12/28/24
and add 1 Senior Administrative Analyst position effective 11/12/24. The added
classification better suits the needs of the department and will result in annual savings of
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approximately $8,000. Total allocations to remain unchanged.
Development Services: Delete 1 flexibly staffed Planner position and add 1 flexibly staffed
Administrative Assistant position. These changes will better meet the current and future
operational needs of the Department's Administration Division and will provide an
estimated annual savings of $30,000. Add 1 Permit Technician III Term 6/30/2027 position
and delete 1 Permit Center Supervisor Term 6/30/2027 position. These changes will better
meet the current and future operational needs of the Department's Building Division. The
new position will support the community in rebuilding activities following local fire-related
disasters. The new position is grant funded and will result in an estimated annual savings
of $6,500. Total allocations to remain unchanged.
Human Resources: Amend Salary Ordinance No. 4236, Section 28C –“General Unit” by
adding Permit Technician III with a Class Code of 11033 at Range 42 due to changes to
the Permit Technician series to include level III. The associated unit has agreed to this
change. Amend Salary Ordinance No. 4236, Section 29, to delete flat rate classification
titled Medical Director with a Class Code of 4116 and an annual salary of $238,209 to
$328,159. Add 1 flexibly staffed Human Resources Analyst position. Upon successful
departmental recruitment, the department will return to the Board to delete the vacated
position. These changes will better suit the current and future needs of the department.
The costs associated of approximately $3,600 will be paid for with salary savings in the
Department's budget. Total allocations to temporarily increase by 1.
Public Health: Convert 1 flexibly staffed Health Education Specialist II position to include
the Disease Intervention Specialist series classifications. There is no additional cost
associated with this change and the conversion will allow for greater flexibility for
recruitment and retention. Total allocations to remain unchanged. (DEPARTMENT OF
HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN
3.7.b Side Letter Agreements with Butte County Deputy District Attorney Unit and Deputy
Sheriff's Association Management Unit-Teamsters Health Retiree Surcharge
The County and the Deputy District Attorney Association and the Butte County Deputy
Sheriff’s Association-Management Unit (Association) adopted Side Letter Agreements on
August 27, 2024 that allowed the Associations to transition their healthcare provider from
CalPERS to the Teamsters health insurance. As a result of this transition to Teamsters
health insurance, based on Teamster’s plan rules, units with an initial non-Medicare
retiree to active employee ratio of greater than 10% are subject to a surcharge for 24
months from the effective date of the change to Teamsters health insurance. The ratio for
both units is greater than 10%, thus requiring a $50 per month surcharge for current active
employees in each unit for 24 months. This affects approximately thirty-three employees
for a total cost of approximately $40,000 which will be funded by departmental budgets
and still reflects a saving from CalPERS. The parties have met and conferred and staff
recommend approval of Side Letter Agreements regarding the surcharge. (DEPARTMENT
OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE TWO (2) SIDE LETTER AGREEMENTS; AND 2)
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN
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3.8. Department of Public Health
3.8.a Agreement with California Department of Public Health (CDPH) for the Human
Immunodeficiency Virus Surveillance Program (HSP)
The Department of Public Health has received grant funding from CDPH for the
administration and implementation of the HSP. The HSP will provide precise and timely
information necessary to identify ongoing patterns of infection and to measure the burden
of the disease. The data collected in the HSP provides essential information to describe
and monitor trends in infection. The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors
approve the grant agreement with CDPH for the HSP. The term of the grant agreement is
July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2029, with a maximum amount receivable of
$164,110. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE GRANT AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
3.8.b Resolution Continuing the Proclamation of Local Health Emergency due to the Park Fire
and Thompson Fire
Butte County Health Officer, Dr. David Canton, declared a local health emergency in Butte
County on July 27, 2024, due to the Park Fire that started on July 24, 2024. The Park Fire
destroyed 428 structures, resulting in a large amount of debris which contains hazardous
materials. On August 7, 2024, the Health Officer expanded the local health emergency to
include the Thompson Fire. The debris poses a substantial present and potential hazard
to human health and the environment unless managed properly.
Per California law, once the proclamation is ratified it must be renewed every 30 days.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors renew the local health emergency
declaration for the Park and Thompson Fires. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.8.c Resolution Authorizing the Public Health Director to Accept Grant Funds From the State of
California Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Attorney General for a Tobacco
Enforcement Program
The Department of Public Health has been awarded grant funding from the DOJ, Office of
Attorney General for a Tobacco Enforcement Program. The program's intent is to reduce
illegal tobacco sales to minors through retailer education and technical assistance;
undercover and minor decoy operations; and tobacco compliance roundtables for local
law enforcement. The grant term is November 1, 2024, through June 30, 2028, with a
maximum amount receivable of $259,823. As part of the program, the DOJ requires a
resolution to be adopted by the Board of Supervisors accepting the grant funds and
authorizing the Director of Public Health to execute the Memorandum of Understanding
and any other necessary grant documents for the completion of the award. The
Department recommends the Board adopt the resolution. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC
HEALTH)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
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3.9. Fire Department
3.9.a Accept Grant Funded Equipment Purchased Via Gary Sinise Foundation Grant
The Gary Sinise Foundation First Responders Outreach Program provides critical funding
for emergency relief, training, and essential equipment to ensure our heroes perform to
the best of their abilities. The Butte County Fire Department was awarded a grant by the
Gary Sinise Foundation in the amount of $48,500 for the purchase of equipment. The
Grant will provide Fire with 2 battery operated hydraulic vehicle extrication tools ("Jaws of
Life”), 20 wildland firefighting pants, and 10 wildland hose clamps. The Gary Sinise
Foundation is essentially donating this equipment to expand the Fire Department's ability
to serve our community by supporting front-line fire response. (FIRE DEPARTMENT)
Action Requested - 1) ACCEPT DONATION OF EQUIPMENT; AND 2) ACCEPT TWO
GRANT FUNDED EXTRICATION TOOLS AS CAPITAL ASSETS.
3.9.b Resolution Recognizing Assistant Fire Chief Garrett Needles Upon His Retirement from
the Butte County Fire Department
The Fire Department recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution
recognizing the retirement of Assistant Fire Chief Garrett Needles upon his retirement
from the Butte County Fire Department after 30 years of dedicated service. (FIRE
DEPARTMENT)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.10. Probation Department
3.10.a Contract with Redwood Toxicology Laboratory Inc. for Drug and Alcohol Testing Services
and Supplies
Redwood Toxicology Laboratory Inc. specializes in toxicology testing, focusing on drug
detection in biological samples like urine, saliva, and hair. The Probation Department
relies on toxicology testing for monitoring individuals on probation to ensure compliance
with their release conditions. This monitoring helps identify those who may need
substance abuse treatment, ultimately supporting accountability and rehabilitation. In
June 2023, the Department issued a Request for Proposal for drug and alcohol testing
services and supplies. The Department received five proposals; Redwood Toxicology
Laboratory, Inc. of Santa Rosa, CA; Averhealth of Richmond, CA; Clinical Reference
Laboratory of Lenexa, KS; Cordant of Indianapolis, IN; and Pharmatech of San Diego,
CA. The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve a contract with
Redwood Toxicology Labratory, Inc., the most responsive respondent. The term of the
contract is upon execution and extends for 3 years, not-to-exceed
$480,000. (PROBATION DEPARTMENT)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.11. Department of Public Works
3.11.a Budget Adjustment and Capital Asset Purchase - Treaded Skid Steer
In July 2024, the Board of Supervisors adopted the FY 2024-25 budget, which included a
treaded skid steer machine as a capital asset within the Road Fund Budget. After
adoption, the Department of Public Works began the procurement process and received
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bids higher than 10% of the $90,000 budgeted cost. Under Budget Policy, increases in
capital asset appropriations of more than 10% require approval from the Board.
The Department recommends the Board increase appropriations and capital asset
authority by $18,590 for a revised total price of $108,590. Savings from other budgeted
capital assets will pay for the increase in expenses. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC
WORKS)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE CAPITAL ASSET INCREASE; AND 2) APPROVE
BUDGET AMENDMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
3.11.b Budget Amendment for County Service Area (CSA) 36
On June 2, 2022, the Butte Local Agency Formation Commission adopted Resolution No.
09 2021/22, which annexed 75 parcels into the City of Chico. Services provided by CSA
36 - Glenn Haven Lighting - were transferred to the City, and the CSA was dissolved. The
remaining fund balance in CSA 36 is $95,895.
With no remaining expenses, the Department recommends approving a budget
amendment for CSA 36 to transfer the remaining fund balance to the City of
Chico. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
3.11.c Contract Amendment with R3 Consulting Group, Inc. for Technical Assistance at the Neal
Road Recycling and Waste Facility (NRRWF) Related to CalRecycle Senate Bill (SB)
1383 Requirements
On October 8, 2019, the Board of Supervisors entered into a contract with R3 Consulting
Group, Inc., of Roseville, for professional services to perform rate calculations and rate
planning and provide technical assistance for landfill planning and operations related to
SB 1383. R3 Consulting Group, Inc. is assisting the Department of Public Works in
meeting SB 1383 requirements, and these efforts are ongoing. The Public Works
Purchasing and Procurement Policy requires that the Board execute all contracts and
contract amendments with durations exceeding five years.
The contract has $164,290 remaining from the previous contract amount of $493,110.
The Department recommends that the Board amend the contract with R3 Consulting
Group, Inc. to extend the contract terms through December 31, 2025, to allow for project
completion and authorize the Director of Public Works to sign the contract
amendment. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
DIRECTOR TO SIGN.
3.12. Sheriff-Coroner's Office
3.12.a Resolution Supporting the Boating Enforcement Program and Authorizing the Application
for the Division of Boating and Waterways (DBAW) Boating Safety and Enforcement
Financial Aid Program Grant Application
The Sheriff is charged with the enforcement of boating laws and regulations by means of
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vessel, foot, rescue watercraft, helicopter, and vehicle patrol. Uniformed law enforcement
personnel provide year-round patrols on all waterways, education to the public on State
and local boating laws, conduct vessel inspection programs for compliance with required
safety equipment and vessel registration, as well as, provide supervision of on-the-water
boating activities. The DBAW Boating Safety and Enforcement has a grant program that
the Sheriff's Office applies for annually in the amount of $159,342. The funds provide: a
full-time uniformed Deputy Sheriff; year-round patrols on the Feather River, Sacramento
River, and Lake Oroville; a leased patrol vehicle; marine equipment; and, supporting
program services. The State requires the County to utilize annual boat tax revenue of
$128,593 prior to utilizing the grant funds. Boat tax revenue is used to partially fund a full-
time Sheriff's Sergeant to oversee the water enforcement program. The Sheriff’s Office
recommends adoption of the resolution in support of the Boating Enforcement Program
and authorizing submittal of the fiscal year 2025-26 DBAW Boating Safety and
Enforcement Financial Aid Program grant application. (SHERIFF-CORONER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.12.b Contract with Butte County Sheriff's Mounted Posse (Posse) for Wellness Program
Services
In October 2019, the Posse was awarded a $1M grant from the North Valley Community
Foundation to establish a Health and Wellness Program (Wellness Program) for first
responders in Butte County. Since that time, the Posse has established a successful
multi-agency Wellness Program that provides counselors, physical therapy, peer support
training, and peer support events. These services are available to all members of the
Butte County Sheriff’s Office, as well as all other law enforcement and first responder
agencies in Butte County.
On October 22, 2024, the Board of Supervisors approved acceptance of $200,000 from
the Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS), Law
Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act (LEMHWA) Grant. The funds will be used
to pay for continuing and expanding services provided by the Posse through the Wellness
Program. The Sheriff's Office recommends entering into a contract with the Butte County
Sheriff's Mounted Posse for Wellness Program services. The term of the contract begins
upon execution through November 30, 2026, not-to-exceed $200,000. (SHERIFF-
CORONER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.12.c Revenue Contract with California Department of State Hospitals for Jail Based
Competency Treatment (JBCT) Program
The California Department of State Hospitals has a grant program for JBCT, which
provides restoration services for individuals deemed incompetent to stand (IST) trial while
they are still in county jail facilities awaiting State hospital placement. The Sheriff’s Office
recommends entering into a revenue contract with the California Department of State
Hospitals for a JBCT program. The term of the contract is November 1, 2024, through
October 31, 2027, with a max amount receivable of $4,480,773. (SHERIFF-CORONER'S
OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
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3.13. Other
3.13.a Resolution Recognizing November 2024 as Homeless Youth Prevention Month
Homeless Youth Prevention Month is held each November in hopes to advocate for youth
and young adults experiencing homelessness in California. Each community has a stake
in preparing its youth to grow up to be healthy, thriving members of the community. This
month provides an excellent opportunity for Butte County to highlight opportunities to
support and help build sturdy foundations for youth affected by homelessness. Voices
United, a youth-led group that works in conjunction with the Butte County Office of
Education and Youth for Change, requests the Board adopt a resolution recognizing
November 2024 as Homeless Youth Prevention Month to lend official recognition to the
important role all adults play in advocating and providing safe alternatives to this
vulnerable population of young people. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.13.b Corrections to Behavioral Health Advisory Board (BHAB) Member Classifications
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. The remaining members of the Board consist of 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. It was recently
discovered that two members were appointed as Community Members when they should
have been appointed as Consumer members. Staff requests the Board amend the
appointments for Brian Boyer and Carey Livingston to correct their
classification. (OTHER)
Action Requested - APPROVE CORRECTIONS TO MEMBER CLASSIFICATIONS FOR
BRIAN BOYER AND CAREY LIVINGSTON.
4. REGULAR AGENDA
4.1 Board Member/Committee Reports and Board Member Comment
4.2 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.
4.3 Summary of Park Fire Watershed Emergency Response Team (WERT) Report
The Park Fire in Butte County has increased post-fire hazards, including debris flows,
flooding, and erosion. Due to the severity of the fire and its proximity to residential areas,
CAL FIRE deployed an interagency WERT team to assess the potential risks.
Several areas, including specific roads, homes, structures, and County infrastructure (e.g.
Five-Mile Basin, Mud Creek, and Rock Creek) are at risk of flooding or debris flows. Debris
flow and flooding models indicate increased potential for these hazards in certain areas.
The WERT report recommended several emergency protection measures to reduce risks.
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The WERT report's findings provide valuable information for developing effective response
plans and minimizing the impact of post-fire hazards.
The Department will discuss county-maintained infrastructure identified in the WERT
report and the actions the County is taking to address potential debris flow and flooding
concerns. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION.
4.4 Authorization to Advertise Projects for Bid and Approval of the 2025 Public Works
Infrastructure Master Plan (IMP)
The 2025 IMP represents a five-year, $125 million investment in the community and
establishes a planning and programming mechanism to address community needs better
and improve transparency and accountability. Upon approval by the Board of Supervisors,
the 2025 IMP will be utilized for future operating budget implementation efforts and will be
available on the County's website.
Under the Government and Public Contract Codes, the Department of Public Works
traditionally requests authorization from the Board to advertise projects for bid and to
adopt the project plans and specifications on a project-by-project basis. To improve
efficiency in delivering Public Works projects, the Department also requests broader
authorization to advertise for projects included in the 2025 IMP. Approving an
authorization to advertise projects for bid will allow the Department to begin advertising
projects for construction immediately after project design is complete. Upon completion of
the bidding process, the Department will request that the Board approve the construction
contract and the project plans and specifications per the Public Contract Code. Any
projects not identified in the attached document would require separate action by the
Board on a case-by-case basis. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE THE 2025 PUBLIC WORKS IMP; 2) AUTHORIZE THE
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS TO ADVERTISE AND SOLICIT BIDS FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF PROJECTS INCLUDED IN THE 2025 IMP; AND 3) APPOINT THE
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS AS OFFICER OF THE PROJECTS.
4.5 Contract with Lund Construction for the Module 5 Phase E Excavation Project at Neal
Road Recycle and Waste Facility (NRRWF)
On November 7, 2023, the Board of Supervisors authorized the Department of Public
Works to advertise and solicit bids for the construction of projects included in the Public
Works Infrastructure Master Plan, including the Module 5 Phase E Excavation Project. In
addition to excavation, this project will reconstruct and widen the adjacent access road
and furnish and install drainage structures at the NRRWF.
The project was advertised on August 29, 2024, and received six bids with the lowest
responsive and responsible bidder being Lund Construction of Sacramento, CA, with a bid
amount of $4,717,747.
The Department recommends that the Board award the contract to Lund Construction,
approve the project plans and specifications, and authorize the Director of Public Works to
sign the contract and order changes or additions in work performed per Public Contract
Code Section 20142. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
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Action Requested - 1) AWARD THE CONTRACT TO LUND CONSTRUCTION; 2)
APPROVE THE PROJECT PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS; AND 3) AUTHORIZE THE
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TO SIGN THE CONTRACT AND ORDER CHANGES
PER PUBLIC CONTRACT CODE SECTION 20142.
4.6 Revised Franchise Waste Hauler Agreements to Comply with Senate Bill (SB) 1383
In September 2016, California passed SB 1383 to address the reduction of short-lived
climate pollutants to reduce greenhouse gas generation and their emissions. The Board of
Supervisors has recently taken various actions to comply with SB 1383. The next step in
the SB 1383 mandate is to update the Franchise Waste Hauler Agreements (Franchise
Agreements) related to mixed organics collection.
The Department has worked with the three Franchise Waste Haulers (USA Waste of
California, Recology Butte Colusa Counties, and Northern Recycling and Waste Service)
to develop revisions to the Franchise Agreements to include SB 1383 requirements and
exemptions related to mixed organics. The SB 1383 revisions to the Franchise
Agreements contain non-edible food recovery requirements, compliance with the mixed
organic waste requirements, monitoring and reporting, and enforcement. USA Waste of
California and Northern Recycling and Waste Service have agreed to the revised
Franchise Agreements. The Department continues to work with Recology Butte Colusa
Counties and anticipates bringing its revised Franchise Agreement to the Board for
approval in the coming months.
To mitigate the financial impacts of these additional unfunded state mandates, which
necessitate significant one-time investments by the Waste Haulers, the Department has
proposed a one-time five-year contract extension for each Waste Hauler. These
extensions were permitted by the Board when the original Franchise Agreements were
approved in 2014 and will allow the Waste Haulers to amortize the cost of their new
investments over a more extended period, ultimately helping to stabilize costs for
subscribers and ensure ongoing service continuity.
The Department recommends the Board approve the Franchise Agreements and
authorize the Chair to sign. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - APPROVE REVISED FRANCHISE AGREEMENTS WITH USA
WASTE OF CALIFORNIA AND NORTHERN RECYCLING AND WASTE SERVICE AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
4.7 Appointment of Persons to Offices with Insufficient Nominees
Continued from the September 24, 2024, Board of Supervisors meeting at the request of
the Board, appointment of persons to offices with insufficient nominees is required when
an insufficient number of candidates file a declaration of candidacy for the open offices
during the candidate filing period. At the end of the candidate filing period for the
November 5, 2024 General Election, there were six Special District boards that had an
insufficient number of candidates, leaving those positions vacant after the current
incumbent(s) term of December 6, 2024. Some appointments were made at the
September 24, 2024, Board meeting. Board Members and staff have made efforts to seek
out qualified candidates, with no success. The districts with remaining positions include:
Berry Creek Community Services District, Richvale Recreation and Park District, Richvale
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Sanitary District, and Richardson Springs Community Services District. All districts, with
the exception of Richardson Springs Community Services District, can continue to function
without appointments as they currently have a quorum of Board Members. California
Elections Code section 10515 (b), provides that the Board of Supervisors shall appoint
any qualified person no later than the November 12, 2024 Board Meeting. Once the
appointment is made, the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors must issue the Certificate of
Appointment and Oath of Office to the appointee, who must take office at noon, December
6, 2024, and serve exactly as if elected. Following the December 6, 2024 deadline, there
are a variety of mechanisms to fill the vacant positions. (CLERK-RECORDER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPOINT ANY QUALIFIED PERSON TO OFFICES LISTED ON
CERTIFICATE OF FACTS ON OR BEFORE NOVEMBER 12, 2024.
4.8 Behavioral Health CARE Court Presentation
The Department of Behavioral Health endeavors to keep the Board of Supervisors,
partnering departments, and the community informed as to legislative changes that will
have significant impact on Behavioral Health and its Community and County partners.
Senate Bill 1338 established CARE Court, a state-mandated program that offers multiple
pathways for eligible adults to access community-based Behavioral Health services and
support. CARE Court focuses on adults with schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders
who meet certain criteria related to health and safety. It will provide earlier action, support,
and accountability for the local governments responsible for providing behavioral health
services to these individuals. The Director of Behavioral Health has prepared a
presentation to outline the implementation of CARE Court in the County and the
collaborative efforts that will drive this program. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL
HEALTH)
Action Requested - ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION.
4.9 Job Order Contracts (JOC) with Air Systems Services and Construction, LLC; Hankins
Group, Inc.; Experts in Your Home (Hignell, Inc.); Holt Construction, Inc.; Mesa Energy
Systems, Inc.; Pro-Ex Construction, Inc.; T&S Intermodal, Inc.
JOC is an alternative project delivery process that allows contractors to submit a single bid
for future work on multiple individual projects. Public Contract Code section 20128.5
(PCC) allows the County to implement a JOC services process to select vendors to
complete specific individual projects for repairs, maintenance and other repetitive work to
be done according to fixed unit prices under a single umbrella contract executed by the
Board of Supervisors. On December 12, 2023, the Board awarded four contracts for the
Department of General Services 2024 JOC Program. The 2024 JOC program completed
18 facility projects for various County Departments, totaling $2.7 million, with less than
2.5% in change order expenditures.
On August 13, 20204, the Department advertised the 2025 JOC Program, and seven
responsive and responsible bids were received on September 18, 2024. The seven
bidders were; Air Systems Services and Construction LLC of Sacramento, CA; Hankins
Group, Inc. of Chico, CA; Hignell, Inc. of Chico, CA; Holt Construction, Inc. of Chico, CA;
Mesa Energy Systems, Inc. of Sacramento, CA; Pro-Ex Construction, Inc. of Rancho
Cordova, CA; T&S Intermodal Maintenance, Inc. of Stockton, CA. Under the PCC, each
JOC contract is limited to one year and a maximum of $6,023,368 per contract. The
Department recommends a $2,000,000 maximum per contract and will seek additional
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approval from the Board to exceed that amount, as well as for any individual job orders
greater than $250,000. The Department recommends the Board award all seven
contracts. (DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - AWARD CONTRACTS (7) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
4.10 Resolution Establishing the Deadline for Submission of Right of Entry Permit for
Participation in the State-led Debris Removal Program
On September 26, 2024, the Board of Supervisors adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 4252
to amend Chapter 56 “Park Fire and Thompson Fire Recovery” of the Butte County Code.
Chapter 56 prohibits removal of fire debris and hazard trees from private property that
contains a qualifying structure, unless it is removed through the State-led Debris Removal
Program, operated by the California Office of Emergency Services or by a contractor
approved through the County's Alternative Debris Removal Program. Section 56-14(C) of
Chapter 56 provides that the Board may set a deadline for submission of a Right of Entry
Permit for the State-led Debris Removal Program. Staff recommend the Board set the
deadline for January 15, 2025, by resolution. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
4.11 Update of Budget, Legislative, and other Current Issues by the Chief Administrative Officer
(COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
4.12 Board of Supervisors Public Comment (Continuation as needed)
4.13 Items Removed from the Consent Agenda for Board Consideration and Action
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND TIMED ITEMS
5.1 10:00 am - Public Hearing - Resolution Establishing the Butte County Permanent Road
Division (PRD) Zone 005 and Authorizing Collection of Parcel Charges for Road
Maintenance Services
The Planning Commission approved the Tentative Map for the River Ranch Subdivision
on January 24, 2019. The proposed project will create 132 residential lots and four
commercial parcels in the south Oroville area at the southeast corner of Lincoln Boulevard
and Ophir Road. The developer has been working to satisfy all conditions of approval
necessary to record the Final Map for the project, including forming a Zone of Benefit
within the Butte County PRD.
A PRD is a special district formed to help new development fund the maintenance of its
roads and related infrastructure through annual property tax assessments. New
development can form special Zones of Benefit to define properties included within the
PRD on approval by the Board. On September 24, 2024, the Board of Supervisors
adopted a Resolution of Intent to form Butte County PRD Zone 005 for the River Ranch
Subdivision. The resolution set the date and time of November 12, 2024, at 10:00 am to
hold a public hearing to consider the formation and extent of the zone, the proposed
annual property assessment, and to consider all written and oral testimony and protests
against the proposed formation and assessment. This hearing is also the opportunity to
tabulate the ballots and determine whether to form the Butte County PRD Zone 005 and
levy the assessment. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
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Action Requested - 1) OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING AND ASK FOR COMMENTS OR
PROTESTS TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE PROPOSED SERVICE CHARGES; 2)
REQUEST BALLOT RESULTS FROM THE CLERK OF THE BOARD; AND 3) IF A
MAJORITY OF BALLOTS FAVOR ESTABLISHING THE SERVICE CHARGES, ADOPT
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FORMATION OF ZONE 005 TO IMPOSE ANNUAL
ASSESSMENTS FOR LIGHTING, ROAD, AND STORM DRAINAGE MAINTENANCE
SERVICES, AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
5.2 11:00 am - Timed Item - Request from Town of Paradise to Purchase Tax-Defaulted
Property
Town of Paradise has submitted an application to purchase two vacant land parcels
immediately adjacent to its jurisdiction as allowed by the Chapter 8/Agreement Sale
process; which is pursuant to Chapter 8, Part 6, Division I of the Revenue & Taxation
Code. This code allows eligible taxing agencies or nonprofit organizations the opportunity
to purchase tax-defaulted property for public benefit. The proposed public purpose as
outlined on the application is to preserve and maintain existing space for future
construction use.
Assessor's Parcel Number Estimated Purchase Price Address
052-202-003-000 $16,562 834 Fir Street, Paradise CA
052-202-004-000 $16,903 5691 Black Olive Drive, Paradise, CA
The estimated purchase price is based on completing the statutory approval and noticing
requirements to finalize the sale in November 2024. (TREASURER-TAX COLLECTOR'S
OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE PURCHASE AGREEMENTS AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN
5.3 11:05 am - Timed Item - Request from Paradise Recreation and Park District to Purchase
Tax-defaulted Property
Paradise Recreation and Park District has submitted an application to purchase two
vacant land parcels immediately adjacent to its jurisdiction as allowed by the Chapter
8/Agreement Sale process; which is pursuant to Chapter 8, Part 6, Division I of the
Revenue & Taxation Code. This code allows eligible taxing agencies or nonprofit
organizations the opportunity to purchase tax-defaulted property for a public benefit. The
proposed public purpose as outlined on this application will be to preserve and maintain
land for future use.
Assessor's Parcel Number Estimated Purchase Price Address
055-540-015-000 $19,190 0 Indian Springs Road, Paradise CA
055-300-039-000 $4,859 Pentz Road, Paradise, CA
The estimated purchase price is based on completing the statutory approval and noticing
requirements to finalize the sale in November 2024. (TREASURER-TAX COLLECTOR'S
OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE PURCHASE AGREEMENTS AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
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6. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CLOSED SESSION
6.1 Public Employee Employment, Appointment, Recruitment, Performance Evaluations,
Including Goals, Discipline/Dismissal/Release, 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
6.2 Conference with Labor Negotiators pursuant to Government code section 54957.6
Agency
Designated
Representatives:
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
6.3 Actual litigation pursuant to Gov. Code sec. 54956.9(d)(1) - two cases:
a. Douglas Patterson v. Butte County; Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No.
ADJ15809397 (Claim Number: 2197110068)
b. Lucas Russell v. Butte County; Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No.
ADJ15589202 (Claim Number: 2197110092) (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
6.4 Workers' compensation liability claims pursuant to Gov Code sec. 54956.95 (a) - two
claims:
a. Douglas Patterson; Workers’ Compensation Claim, Claim Number: 2297110099
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b. Jessica Raggio; Workers’ Compensation Claim, Claim Number: 2097110039
(DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
6.5 Closed Session Public Comment
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Butte County
Department Heads
Agricultural
Commissioner:
Louie Mendoza
Assessor*:
Alyssa Douglass
Auditor-Controller*:
Graciela Gutierrez
Behavioral Health:
Scott Kennelly
ChiefAdministrative
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:
Preet Ahluwalia
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
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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
NOP – Notice of Preparation
Cal OES – California Office of Emergency Services OEM – Office of 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 Act
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