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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS
REGULAR AGENDA
AUGUST 12, 2025
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. Auditor-Controller's Office
3.1.a 2025-26 Gann - Proposition 4 Appropriations Limit
In November 1979, the California voters followed up the tax limitations of Proposition 13
with an amendment to the State Constitution to limit the growth of government spending
with Proposition 4. This Proposition is commonly known as the “Gann Initiative” for anti-tax
advocate Paul Gann. Proposition 4 created Article XIIIB of the California Constitution,
which provides a formula for calculating spending limits. With the increasing difficulties of
the restrictions of Proposition 4, and to increase accountability, voters approved
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Proposition 111 in June of 1990, which revised the adjustment formulas. Appropriations
limits only apply to revenues defined as “proceeds of taxes.” Expenditures of tax proceeds
that are not subject to the limit include those for voter-approved debt, qualified capital
outlay, as well as the costs of complying with court orders and federal mandates. The
appropriations limit is the calculated dollar amount that restricts the ability to appropriate
proceeds of taxes. The appropriations that are subject to limitation may not exceed the
calculated appropriation limit. The appropriation limit for any year is the appropriation limit
from the prior fiscal year increased for population growth and inflation.
The legislation, which implemented Proposition 4 (Government Code Section 7910),
requires that a jurisdiction’s governing body establish, by resolution, its appropriation limit
for the following fiscal year no sooner than 15 days after documentation used to determine
the limit is available to the public. Documentation was made available July 28, 2025. The
Board of Supervisors has adopted the fiscal year 2025-26 Recommended budget. The
calculation determined the County of Butte and the dependent special districts'
appropriations are compliant with Proposition 4 limitations. (AUDITOR-CONTROLLER'S
OFFICE)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTIONS (2) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.2. County Administration
3.2.a Approval of Board of Supervisors Meeting Minutes
Submitted for approval are the July 29, 2025 Board of Supervisors meeting. (COUNTY
ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE JULY 29, 2025, BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MEETING MINUTES.
3.2.b Contract Amendment with Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP for Bond Counsel Services
On August 24, 2020, the County entered into contract with Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP
for specialized legal services, including serving as bond counsel and providing advice on
various public financing matters as the need arises. The most recent amendment set the
hourly rates for services between $410-$655. The Department recommends amending the
contract with Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP for bond counsel services. The amendment
increases the hourly rates to range between $480-$664, effective January 1, 2025, and
extends the term of the contract through June 30, 2028. All other terms remain the
same. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.2.c 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
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destroyed 428 structures. The magnitude of the Thompson and Park Fires quickly
outpaced local capacity and each was 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 RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.3. Department of Child Support Services
3.3.a Resolution Proclaiming August 2025 as Child Support Awareness Month
Children who are supported by their parents are more likely to perform better in school,
have improved emotional development, and a stable home life. Child Support Awareness
Month, recognized nationwide, is an opportunity to increase public awareness of the
services available to families through the local child support office. In recognition of this
observance, the Department of Child Support Services recommends the Board of
Supervisors adopt a resolution proclaiming August 2025 as Child Support Awareness
Month. This resolution encourages parents to contact the Department to explore options
for managing unpaid back support amounts and to learn about services
available. (DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SUPPORT SERVICES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.4. Department of General Services
3.4.a Ratification of Change Orders 1 through 3 and Approval of Change Orders 4, 5, and 6 for
the Chico Behavioral Health Center Purchase and Improvements Project with REM
Construction, Inc. (REM) at the Community Counseling Center, 254 Cohasset Road,
Chico
On December 10, 2024, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with REM for
improvements at the new Chico Community Counseling Center located at 254 Cohasset
Road, Chico. The contract was awarded for $1,622,202 and funded by the Behavioral
Health Continuum Infrastructure Program (BHCIP) Grant. Since the contract award, the
Department of General Services has issued three change orders to REM totaling $90,489
to address unforeseen construction issues. REM has now submitted Change Order 4 in
the amount of $67,607 to replace the electrical wiring within the office walls to comply with
building code requirements. Change Order 5, totaling $143,174, proposes the
replacement of electrical wiring throughout the entire building with new circuits and a
backbone wiring system connected to the main service panel. Additionally, Change Order
6, with a not-to-exceed amount of $202,668, has been submitted to mitigate mold found
on the north building wall. The Department recommends that the Board ratify Change
Orders 1 through 3, which were previously executed by General Services, and approve
Change Orders 4, 5, and 6, totaling a not-to-exceed amount of $413,449, bringing the total
contract cost to $2,126,139. All other terms and conditions of the contract remain
unchanged. (DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - 1) RATIFY CHANGE ORDERS 1-3; 2) APPROVE CHANGE
ORDERS 4, 5, AND 6; AND 3) AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
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3.4.b Approval of Change Order 7 with Holt Construction Inc. (Holt) for the 18 County Center
Drive Rehabilitation Project
On April 9, 2024, the Board of Supervisors approved the renovation of 18 County Center
and allocated $3.32 million to the project. The Department of General Services elected to
use the flexibility of Job Order Contracting (JOC) to progress incrementally; assessing
options after each phase rather than committing to the entire scope of work at the onset.
The Board of Supervisors previously approved six change orders to Holt, increasing the
total contract value for the project to $2,096,155. During the design phase for the
building’s new HVAC systems, the County and its consultant had hoped the existing
underfloor duct work in the West Wing could be reused. However, after removal of the
sub-flooring, it was determined that the existing duct work does not meet current code
requirements and cannot be reused. The Department of General Services recommends
approval of Change Order 7 in the amount of $267,778 to remove and replace the non-
compliant duct work. Approval of this change order will allow construction to proceed
without delay and will bring the current construction cost to $2,363,933.
Additionally, the Department recommends the Board authorize the Director of General
Services to approve JOC change orders for additional phases of the renovation as
needed. Remaining within the previously approved budget and contract, this authorization
will allow the Director to approve additional necessary work in real time to avoid delays
and maintain the project schedule. All executed change orders will be presented to the
Board for ratification upon project completion, along with the Notice of
Completion. (DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE CHANGE ORDER 7, AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR
TO SIGN; AND 2) AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR OF GENERAL SERVICES TO
APPROVE ADDITIONAL CHANGE ORDERS FOR LATER RATIFICATION.
3.4.c Notice to Proceed Under Job Order Contract with Mesa Energy Systems dba Emcor
Services (EMCOR) for HVAC System Replacement Project at 2081 2nd Street, Oroville
On October 12, 2021, the Board of Supervisors approved the use of American Rescue
Plan Act funds for the replacement of aging HVAC systems utilizing R-22 refrigerant,
which has been phased out due to environmental regulations. On November 12, 2024, the
Board approved a contract with EMCOR under the Department of General Services 2025
Job Order Contract Program. Pursuant to County policy, any individual job order
exceeding $250,000 requires Board approval of the Notice to Proceed (NTP). The
Department received a proposal from EMCOR in the amount of $871,616 for the
replacement of the HVAC system at the General Services building located at 2081 2nd
Street in Oroville. The existing HVAC units are more than 20 years old and use an
obsolete R-22 refrigerant. The Department recommends the Board approve the NTP with
EMCOR in the amount of $871,616 for the HVAC system replacement project at 2081 2nd
Street, Oroville, and authorize the Chair to sign. (DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL
SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE NOTICE TO PROCEED AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR
TO SIGN.
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3.4.d Ratification of Change Orders 1 through 13 and Approval of Change Orders 14 and 15
with United Building Contractors Inc. (UBC) for the Fire Station 61 Rebuild Project in Berry
Creek
In August 2024, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with UBC, in the amount of
$1,586,966, for the reconstruction of Fire Station 61, which was destroyed during the 2020
North Complex Fire. During construction, the Department of General Services issued 13
change orders totaling $88,968 to address unforeseen site conditions and construction
needs. UBC has submitted two additional change orders required to complete the project:
Change Order 14, in the amount of $3,107, to add door seals at the bottom of the
overhead doors to prevent debris and weather intrusion; and Change Order 15, in the
amount of $14,904, to add protective posts around the septic and gas line areas. The
Department recommends the Board ratify Change Orders 1 through 13, previously
executed by the Department, and approve Change Orders 14 and 15, in the amount of
$18,011. The revised total project amount of $1,693,945 is financed with insurance
proceeds. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged. (DEPARTMENT OF
GENERAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - 1) RATIFY CONTRACT CHANGE ORDERS 1-13; AND 2) EXECUTE
CHANGE ORDERS 14 AND 15, AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.5. Department of Human Resources
3.5.a Resolution Authorizing the Department of Human Resources to Retain Records
Electronically on a Trusted System
The Department of Human Resources recommends approval of a resolution and policy
authorizing the Department to: 1) convert hard copy (physical) records into electronic
records; 2) retain the electronic image of the records on a trusted system; and 3) destroy
physical records only after compliance with the policy and procedure. The recommended
resolution and policy are consistent with State requirements for the use of a trusted
system for electronic records retention and were developed with consultation of the
Department of Information Systems. (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.5.b Resolution Establishing Rules for the Administration of the Merit System and Personnel
Program (Personnel Rules Update)
The Butte County Merit System and Personnel Rules (Personnel Rules) established the
Merit System and Human Resources Program that regulates the terms and conditions of
employment for employees of the County, including Countywide policies. The Department
of Human Resources recommends the Personnel Rules be updated to include minor
clean-up of terminology and procedures, and amendments to the County's Telework
Policy. The proposed policy has been reviewed and agreed to by all labor
groups. (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.5.c 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:
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Development Services: Extend 1 Sunset Flexibly staffed Information Technology Analyst
I/II/II, or Principal Information Technology Analyst position by three years, to 9/1/2028.
Delete 1 vacant Flexibly staffed Assistant Planner/Associate Planner/Senior Planner
position. The extension of the term position will be funded by savings from the deleted
position in the current fiscal year. The proposed change is an estimated annual decrease
of $7,369. Total allocations to decrease by 1.
Employment and Social Services: Reclassify 1 Flexibly staffed Health and Human
Services Program Analyst I/II/III position to 1 Flexibly staffed Financial Analyst I/II position;
and reclassify 1 Flexibly staffed Health and Human Services Program Analyst I/II/III
position to 1 Program Coordinator position. These changes will better meet the
operational needs of the department and align with the incumbents' current daily duties.
This change results in an increased annual cost of $6,000 to be funded by salary savings.
Total allocations to remain unchanged.
Human Resources: Effective 8/16/2025, as it relates to the reclassification of the
Probation Technicians into the new Probation Technician series, amend Salary Ordinance
No 4258, Section 28C entitled General Unit by adding: Probation Technician I - Class
Code 11733 at salary range 25 ($1,640.80-$2,199.20); Probation Technician II - Class
Code 11732 at salary range 35 ($1,812.00-$2,428.80); and Senior Probation Technician -
Class Code 11731 at salary range 45 ($2,001.60-$2,682.40); and deleting Probation
Technician - Class Code 11730 at salary rage 25 ($1,640.80-$2,199.20).
Probation: Convert 6 Probation Technician positions to 6 Flexibly staffed Probation
Technician I/II/Senior Probation Technician positions; and convert 1 Sunset Probation
Technician position ending 6/30/2026 to 1 Sunset Flexibly staffed Probation Technician
I/II/Senior Probation Technician ending 6/30/2026. These changes are due to the creation
of the Probation Technician series and the reclassification of staff in the Probation
Technician classification. The increased cost of these changes is estimated to be $31,000
this fiscal year, which will be covered by restricted funding. There will be no impact to the
General Fund. Total allocations to remain unchanged.
Public Works: Convert 1 flexibly staffed Associate Civil Engineer/Senior Civil Engineer to a
flexibly staffed Associate Civil Engineer/Senior Civil Engineer/Principal Civil Engineer. The
engineering series is difficult to fill, and this change will assist the department in recruiting
and maintaining expertise in this area. The annual estimated cost of the change is
$33,247 and is funded by the Road Fund. Total allocations remain unchanged.
Sheriff's Office: Delete 4 vacant Sheriff Security Officer positions, which will result in
approximately $336,000 in savings. Savings will be used to fund the purchase of
technology to increase the operational efficiency of the Department. Total allocations to
decrease by 4.
Treasurer-Tax Collector: Convert 1 flexibly staffed Account Clerk I/II/Senior position from a
1.0 FTE to a 0.5 FTE to better meet the needs of the Department. The total cost savings
from this request is approximately $26,650. Total allocations to decrease by
0.5. (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
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3.5.d Ordinance Establishing Board of Supervisors Member Compensation (Second Reading)
Over the past seven years, general employees in the County have received wage
increases between 21% and 36%, while public safety employees have received even
higher increases. In addition to these increases, all employees recently received an
additional 8% raise. During the same period, salaries for Board Members have increased
by only 3%. This is a critical issue for several reasons. The role of Board Member, once
considered part-time, now requires a full-time commitment due to the increasing
complexities of the County. Board members have extensive responsibilities, including
legislative duties and participation on 43 other vital boards, highlighting the necessity for
full-time compensation. Additionally, the current pay structure restricts eligible candidates
to those who do not work a traditional 8-5 schedule, discouraging many qualified
individuals from participating.
At its July 29th meeting, staff presented three options to the Board of Supervisors to
restructure Board compensation in order to enhance accessibility for potential candidates.
The Board approved option one and waived the first reading of the ordinance. Option one
restructures Board compensation to mirror the pay established by the independent
California Citizens Compensation Commission that sets the salaries of state legislators.
Approval of the ordinance establishing Board of Supervisor Member Compensation of
$132,703 per year effective October 13th consistent with option one is
recommended. (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.5.e Successor Benefits Resolution for Board of Supervisor Members Including Changes to
Benefits
Consistent with all other County employees, including Elected and Appointed Department
Heads, the Chief Administrative Officer in coordination with Human Resources
recommends the approval of an increase to the Cashback amount to $550 per month and
removal of tiers. This change in benefits shall be effective the first pay date in November
2025. (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.6. District Attorney's Office
3.6.a Real Estate Fraud Annual Report for FY 2024-25
Pursuant to Government Code section 27388, and Board of Supervisors Resolution 08-
156, a fee is paid at the time of recording certain real estate documents for the purpose of
providing funds for the District Attorney to deter, investigate, and prosecute real estate
fraud through the Real Estate Fraud Investigation and Prosecution Program. In
accordance with annual reporting requirements, the District Attorney's Office submits its
annual report to the Board of Supervisors regarding the effectiveness of the Real Estate
Fraud Investigation and Prosecution Program. (DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION.
3.6.b Agreement and Certification with United States Department of Justice (DOJ) for Federal
Equitable Sharing Program
The District Attorney's Office participates in the Federal Equitable Sharing Program. The
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DOJ Asset Forfeiture Program is a nationwide law enforcement initiative that removes the
tools of crime from criminal organizations, deprives wrongdoers of the proceeds of the
crimes, recovers property that may be used to compensate victims, and deters crime. An
Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification is required annually to be filed with the
DOJ. The report for FY 2024-25 has been prepared and summarizes program
expenditures and revenues. In FY 2024-25, the Department received $6,755, and
$104,734 was expended to maintain the computer software for the Department's case
management system. (DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE THE EQUITABLE SHARING AGREEMENT AND
CERTIFICATION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN; AND 2) AUTHORIZE
ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION.
3.7. Department of Public Works
3.7.a Budget Amendment for CSA 24 Sediment Removal and Storm Response Activities at the
Five-Mile Basin
On January 28, 2025, the Board of Supervisors approved a sediment removal project for
Five-Mile Basin. On February 25, 2025, the Board approved a CSA budget amendment
for $1 million to fund project plans and specifications. On June 24, 2025, the Board
directed the Department of Public Works to explore alternatives for more urgent action to
address sediment removal and increased risk of flooding following the 2024 Park Fire. The
Department recommends the Board approve a CSA 24 budget amendment to increase
appropriations by $2 million. This action provides flexibility for additional storm response,
flood mitigation, and sediment management efforts as needed to protect public health and
safety. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
3.8. Sheriff-Coroner's Office
3.8.a Surplus Capital Assets
The Board of Supervisors has authority to declare capital assets as surplus that are no
longer serviceable or no longer needed by the County. The Sheriff's Office has identified
two capital assets (listed below) that have reached the end of their useful life and should
be removed from the Capital Asset list. The Department recommends declaring capital
assets (2) as surplus.
Dishwasher with Hatco Booster (Asset# 27295-000)
Modular Office Furniture (Asset# 25745-000) (SHERIFF-CORONER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - DECLARE CAPITAL ASSETS (2) SURPLUS TO THE NEEDS OF
THE COUNTY.
3.8.b Contract with Pierside Investigations, LLC (Pierside) for Pre-employment Background
Investigation Services
As a result of increased salaries and hiring bonuses approved by the Board of
Supervisors, the Sheriff's Office has seen an increase in the number of applicants for
sworn and non-sworn positions. In order to increase the capacity to process background
investigations, the Sheriff's Office plans to utilize contractors to perform pre-employment
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background investigations. In April 2025, the Sheriff's Office published an RFP to establish
a pool of qualified contractors to assist with conducting pre-employment background
investigations for sworn and non-sworn staff. The Sheriff's Office received seven
responses and is in the process of negotiating contracts with the five respondents deemed
most qualified. The Sheriff's Office plans to rotate the use of the contractors based on cost
of service and volume or urgency of work needed. The contract with Pierside is the first of
five contracts that will be brought to the Board for consideration. Funding for the contract
is included in the Department's budget. The Sheriff's Office recommends entering into a
contract with Pierside Investigations, LLC for pre-employment background investigation
services. The contract begins upon execution and ends after three (3) years, not-to-
exceed $250,000. (SHERIFF-CORONER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
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 Resolution and Cooperative Agreement with California Department of Forestry and Fire
Protection (CAL FIRE) for Fire Protection Services
The County enters into a cooperative agreement annually with CAL FIRE to staff the Butte
County Fire Department, which provides fire protection services in the unincorporated
areas of Butte County. The Cooperative agreement provides efficient, effective emergency
services that takes advantage of economies of scale. The County has had a cooperative
agreement with CAL FIRE since 1931. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2025 through
June 30, 2026 with a maximum payable amount of $28,056,967 included within the
adopted budget. (FIRE DEPARTMENT)
Action Requested - 1) ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN;
AND 2) APPROVE COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
4.4 Resolution Reopening Gridley Veterans Memorial Hall to Public Use and Authorizing the
Butte County Fair Association to Manage Scheduling of Public Rentals
After several years of being unusable due to deferred maintenance, the iconic Gridley
Veterans Memorial Hall is once again suitable for hosting events. Unfortunately, the
consolidation of veterans’ groups and loss of membership make the formation of a hall
committee impractical and a previous Board Resolution suspended public rental.
Discussions with veterans and other stakeholders identified that the Butte County Fair
Association (Fair) is well suited to assume the day-to-day scheduling of the hall, as it does
with its own facilities. Adding Veterans Memorial Hall to their oversight will provide a single
point of contact for the rental of County facilities in Gridley, ensure consistent pricing, and
allow for increased maintenance of the building. Veterans groups will continue to access
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and enjoy the Veterans Memorial Hall without cost, including a meeting area reserved for
their exclusive use. The Department of General Services recommends the Board of
Supervisors adopt a resolution to reopen the Gridley Veterans Memorial Hall to the public
and authorize the Fair to act as the County's agent for renting the facility. (DEPARTMENT
OF GENERAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
4.5 Direction and Feedback on a Five-Mile Basin Sediment Removal Urgency Project
On May 28, 2024, the Board of Supervisors directed the Department of Public Works to
prepare a report summarizing existing conditions and outlining a process for the long-term
maintenance and management of the Five-Mile Basin. The basin provides critical flood
protection for the City of Chico and the surrounding areas. Sediment accumulation from
Big Chico Creek during high-water events has reduced its capacity over time. Historic
sediment removal efforts were halted nearly 25 years ago, following a cease-and-desist
order from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, which has limited in-stream
maintenance and contributed to ongoing concerns about flood risk.
The Park Fire began on July 24, 2024, ultimately burning 429,603 acres in Butte and
Tehama Counties. In the aftermath, the Department presented an overview of county-
maintained infrastructure impacted by the fire and outlined measures taken to mitigate
debris flow and flooding hazards, including those affecting the Five-Mile Basin. Several
significant atmospheric river events occurred this past winter, with near-flood conditions
reported in the basin and substantial changes to its capacity. On June 24, 2025, the
Department presented short-term options to address the increased flood risk following the
Park Fire and approaching winter weather. The Board directed the Department to continue
to explore alternatives for urgent action to address these concerns in the coming weeks.
The Department has prepared an update for the Board on progress made since June and
alternatives for urgent action. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF.
4.6 Ordinance Authorizing an Amendment to the Contract with the California Public
Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)
Introduction of an Ordinance authorizing a contract amendment between the County of
Butte and CalPERS that includes the removal of the contract exclusion, "Persons
Compensated On An Hourly Basis Hired on or After October 1, 1968" prospectively after
date of adoption. The removal of this obsolete contract exclusion aligns the contract to
current and past practices related to hourly basis (extra help) hiring. (DEPARTMENT OF
HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - 1) INTRODUCE ORDINANCE AND WAIVE FIRST READING; AND 2)
ADOPT RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
4.7 Contract Amendment with Housing Tools for Administration of the CDBG Disaster
Recovery (CDBG-DR) Multifamily Housing Program (MHP)
As a result of the 2018 Camp Fire, the California Department of Housing and Community
Development (HCD) made $61,361,926 in CDBG-DR MHP funding available to Butte
County. This funding allows the County to provide gap financing for multifamily housing
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projects including underwriting proposals, providing oversight and monitoring for
construction, and providing ongoing affordability monitoring. On June 8, 2021, the Board
of Supervisors approved a contract with Housing Tools to provide housing consulting
services for the program. The contract term was December 31, 2026, not-to-exceed
$745,602. The contract was administratively amended once in November of 2021 to allow
for minor cost increases and decreases within tasks.
HCD has since increased the County’s CDBG-DR MHP allocation twice, most recently to
$118,186,909, authorized by the Board on January 14, 2025. This represents an increase
in nearly $57,000,000 in CDBG-DR MHP funding, allowing the County to provide gap
financing for nine conditionally committed multifamily housing development projects. HCD
and the County secured a federal extension on the funding from 2026 to 2030, granted by
the US Department of Housing and Urban Development. The expenditure extension, the
increased allocation, and HCD’s increasing reporting requirements, close-out procedures,
and overall program administration require a second amendment to the Housing Tools
contract.
The second contract amendment proposes three revisions: (1) extend the contract term
nearly four years to December 1, 2030 to account for the extended expenditure timeline;
(2) shift funds between tasks to allow for increasing requirements in reporting and close-
out; and (3) increase the not-to-exceed amount by $212,349 to $957,951 to account for
the administration of the additional allocation and all project requirements. The additional
expense for the contract is eligible for reimbursement through CDBG-DR MHP. Staff
recommends the Board approve the contract amendment and authorize the Chair to
sign. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
4.8 Update of Budget, Legislative, and other Current Issues by the Chief Administrative Officer
4.9 Board of Supervisors Public Comment (Continuation as needed)
4.10 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 Amending the Master Fee Schedule for the Neal
Road Recycling and Waste Facility (NRRWF)
On May 28, 2024, the Board of Supervisors unanimously approved an amendment to the
NRRWF Master Fee Schedule. The amendment included 15.5% annual rate adjustments
to tipping fees as follows: FY 2024-25 increase of $48.64; FY 2025-26 increase of $56.18;
and FY 2026-27 increase of $64.88. The rates for green and wood waste and specialty
items are not affected by the proposed adjustments. The Department of Public Works
recommends the Board adopt a Resolution amending the Master Fee Schedule for
NRRWF. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
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5.2 10:30 am - Timed Item - Direct-Charge Taxes
During the June 24, 2025, meeting, the Board of Supervisors requested the Butte County
Assessor attend a future meeting to provide some information on the role of the Assessor,
including background information on the California Land Conservation Act, also known as
the Williamson Act. The request stems from a letter sent by "Ranchers and Farmers
Opposed to AB 1265 Direct Charge Taxes" asking that the Board rescind Butte County's
AB 1265 direct charge program. The Butte County Assessor, Alyssa Douglass, an elected
official of the County, will provide an overview of the Assessor's role and responsibility in
the tax process according to State law. The Assessor will also provide information about
the Williamson Act and subsequent legislation known as AB 1265, a direct-charge tax
intended to mitigate the financial impact on counties when the State stopped back-filling
tax revenue lost due to the Act in 2010. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION.
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;
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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) - Nine Cases
a.Matthew Galvez v. Butte County; Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No.
ADJ19172454 (Claim Number: 2397110041)
b.Matthew Galvez v. Butte County; Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No.
ADJ19131527 (Claim Number: 1997110088)
c.David Mell v. Butte County; Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No.
ADJ20746537 (Claim Number: 2297110100)
d.Lance Loper v. Butte County; Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No.
ADJ17668160 (Claim Number: 2097110050)
e.Lance Loper v. Butte County; Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No.
ADJ14850324 (Claim Number: 2197110038)
f.Julie Coulombe v. Butte County; Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No.
ADJ8598394 (Claim Number: 1297110022)
g.Julie Coulombe v. Butte County; Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No.
ADJ8620410 (Claim Number: 1297110113)
h.Julie Coulombe v. Butte County; Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No.
ADJ3580349 (Claim Number: CBTE-80131)
i.Jennifer Parker v. Butte County; Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No.
ADJ15838672 (Claim Number: 2197110084) (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
6.4 Workers’ Compensation Liability Claims Pursuant to Gov. Code Sec. 54956.95 (a) – One
Claim
David Mell; Workers’ Compensation Claim, Claim Number: 2597100034. (DEPARTMENT
OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
6.5 Conference with Real Property Negotiators Pursuant to Government Code Section
54956.8
Property: APN: 012-100-034-000
Agency Negotiators: Michael R. Hodson, Director of General Services; Scott Kennelly,
Director of Behavioral Health
Negotiating Party: BAM Properties, LLC
Negotiations: Terms and Conditions of Conveyance of Real Property Rights
(DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES)
6.6 Closed Session Public Comment
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COUNTY OF BUTTE
GROUNDWATER
SUSTAINABILITY AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
AUGUST 12, 2025
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
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Board Member 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 Board Member.
2.1 County of Butte Groundwater Sustainability Agency (GSA) - Approval of Minutes
Submitted for approval are the July 29, 2025 County of Butte GSA minutes. (COUNTY
ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE JULY 29, 2025 COUNTY OF BUTTE GSA MINUTES.
2.2 Resolution for the County of Butte Groundwater Sustainability Agency (GSA) Adopted
Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
On July 29, 2025, the County of Butte GSA Board of Directors considered and approved
the County of Butte Groundwater Sustainability Agency’s Recommended Budget for the
Fiscal Year 2025-26. Funds for the budget are the result of a Cooperation Agreement
Amendment No. 2, in which the 11 Butte GSAs agreed to an equal split cost-share, based
on the Butte Subbasin Operations Budget. Each GSA will contribute $15,669.28 for FY
2025-26. (DEPARTMENT OF WATER & RESOURCE CONSERVATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3. REGULAR AGENDA
NONE.
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
5. CLOSED SESSION
NONE.
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THOMPSON FLAT
CEMETERY DISTRICT
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
AUGUST 12, 2025
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
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Board 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 Board Member.
2.1 Thompson Flat Cemetery District - Approval of Minutes
Submitted for approval are the minutes for the Thompson Flat Cemetery District Board
from May 13, 2025 meeting. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE THOMPSON FLAT CEMETERY DISTRICT BOARD
MEETING MINUTES FROM MAY 13, 2025.
3. REGULAR AGENDA
3.1 Recommended Budget for Thompson Flat Cemetery District – Fiscal Year 2025-26
On August 10, 1999, the Board of Supervisors became the Board of Trustees for the
Thompson Flat Cemetery District. The Director of General Services manages daily
cemetery business. Maintenance and operations are provided by the Gridley-Biggs
Cemetery District under an operational agreement with the County. The recommended
expenditure budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26 is $8,400. This covers routine expenses of
approximately $2,500 per year, additional funds for unanticipated maintenance, and a five-
year audit. The District anticipates $4,880 in revenue from property taxes. The difference
between revenues and expenditures will be covered by the fund balance. Staff
recommend the Board approve and adopt the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2025-
26 and adopt a resolution authorizing the Chair to sign. This budget hearing provides the
community an opportunity to comment on the recommended budget. The recommended
budget is prepared by the Department of General Services and is available at
https://www.buttecounty.net/461/general-services. (DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL
SERVICES)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE AND ADOPT THE RECOMMENDED BUDGET FOR
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FISCAL YEAR 2025-26; AND 2) ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR
TO SIGN.
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
5. CLOSED SESSION
NONE.
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Butte County
Department Heads
Agricultural
Commissioner:
Katharine Quist
Assessor*:
Alyssa Douglass
Auditor-Controller*:
Graciela Gutierrez
Behavioral Health:
Scott Kennelly
Chief Administrative
Officer:
Andy Pickett
Chief Probation Officer:
Melissa Romero
Child Support Services:
Elisabeth Holloway
Clerk-Recorder/
Registrar of Voters*:
Keaton Denlay
County Counsel:
Brad Stephens
Development Services:
Paula Daneluk
District Attorney*:
Mike Ramsey
Employment &
Social Services:
Tiffany Rowe
Fire Chief:
Garrett Sjolund
General Services:
Michael Hodson
Human Resources:
Sheri Waters
Information Systems:
Paul LaValley
Library:
Misty Wright
Public Health:
Monica Soderstrom
Public Works:
Joshua Pack
Sheriff-Coroner*:
Kory Honea
Treasurer-Tax Collector*:
Troy Kidd
UC Cooperative
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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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 GSA – Groundwater Sustainability Agency
BCGP – Butte County General Plan IMP – Infrastructure Master Plan
BCOE – Butte County Office of Education JPA – Joint Powers Authority
BCSO – Butte County Sheriff’s Office LAFCO – Local Agency Formation
Commission
BINTF – Butte Interagency Narcotics Task Force MOU – Memorandum of Understanding
BRCP – Butte Regional Conservation Plan MUP – Minor Use Permit
CAL FIRE – California Department of Forestry and
Fire
NOC – Notice of Completion
Cal OES – California Office of Emergency Services NOP – Notice of Preparation
CalTrans – California Department of Transportation OEM – Office of Emergency Management
CDBG – Community Development Block Grant RCRC – Rural County Representatives of
California
CEQA – California Environmental Quality Act RFP – Request for Proposals
CSA – County Service Area SB – Senate Bill
CSAC – The California State Association of Counties SBFCA – Sutter Butte Flood Control Agency
DEIR – Draft Environmental Impact Report SGMA – Sustainable Groundwater
Management Act
DID – Durham Irrigation District SHARP – Self-Help Assistance and Referral
Program
DOT – Department of Transportation TAC – Technical Advisory Committee
DWR – Department of Water Resources YTD – Year-to-date