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BUTTE COUNTY
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
REGULAR AGENDA
JUNE 10, 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 Amend Capital Asset Policy
The current County Capital Asset Policy was last adopted by the Board of Supervisors on
June 26, 2022. Since that time, updates to the Code of Federal Regulations have
necessitated changes to the County's policy in order to maintain compliance and
alignment with federal requirements. Key changes to the policy include:
Federal Capitalization Threshold: The minimum threshold for capitalizing assets
purchased with federal funds has been increased to $10,000.
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Intangible Asset Threshold: The minimum capitalization threshold for intangible capital
assets has been increased from $25,000 to $50,000.
Estimated Life Definitions: Additional clarification has been provided for the estimated
useful life of various categories of intangible assets to improve consistency in reporting
and asset management.
Policy Clarification: Minor edits were made to improve the language, formatting, and
organization of major asset classes for improved understanding and implementation
across departments.
These revisions ensure compliance with federal regulations, reflect best practices in asset
management, and support the County’s financial reporting integrity. This policy will go into
effect as of July 1, 2025. (AUDITOR-CONTROLLER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - ADOPT AMENDED CAPITAL ASSET POLICY.
3.2. Clerk-Recorder's Office
3.2.a Contract with Netfile, Inc. (Netfile) for E-Filing System for Campaign Disclosure and
Statements of Economic Interests
The Clerk-Recorder’s office currently utilizes the Netfile E-Filing system to manage
campaign finance and statements of economic interest filings. The system enables
efficient electronic filing of records, along with storage and public access.
The on-line electronic system allows the Department to efficiently fulfill the filing officer
responsibilities under the Political Reform Act. NetFile ensures that the system meets
California Secretary of State and Fair Political Practices Commission standards for
electronic filings and will ensure the database stays current with applicable California
statutes, regulations, and forms.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve the contract with Netfile
for the E-Filing system. The term of the contract is August 1, 2025 through July 31, 2030,
not-to-exceed $99,000. (CLERK-RECORDER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.2.b Agreement with DFM Associates for Election Information Management System (EIMS)
EIMS is the software system used by the Clerk-Recorder’s Office to manage and maintain
the official voter registration database. The software system facilitates the accurate
updating, verification, and organization of voter records to ensure the integrity and
reliability of the electoral process.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve the agreement with DFM
Associates for the EIMS software system. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2024
through June 30, 2029, not-to-exceed $505,632. (CLERK-RECORDER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
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3.3. County Administration
3.3.a Approval of Board of Supervisors Meeting Minutes
Submitted for approval are the May 27, 2025 Board of Supervisors Meeting
Minutes. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE MAY 27, 2025 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MEETING MINUTES.
3.3.b Authorize Budget Amendment for HOME Investment Partnerships Program Income
Transfer
On July 24, 2018, the Butte County Board of Supervisors authorized an application to the
California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) 2018 HOME
Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) for housing rehabilitation. The County was
awarded the grant and entered a standard agreement with HCD with an end date of July
2, 2024. The standard agreement requires the County to use all available HOME program
income to reimburse expenses under the award. In operating the program, the County
utilized $62,310 in HOME program income to reimburse expenditures. To close out the
program, County Administration recommends the Board of Supervisors approve the
budget transfer of $62,310 from the HOME Program Income Fund to the HOME Cost
Center to reimburse eligible expenditures under the 2018 HOME Housing Rehabilitation
Contract. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
3.3.c Budget Amendment for Disaster Reimbursements
The County routinely submits claims to FEMA and CalOES for disaster-related costs.
When the State and federal reimbursement revenues are received, the funds are
deposited into the Disaster Emergency Operations Center Sub-Fund which is used to
track all reimbursements from federal and State-declared disasters, and then the funds
are transferred to the fund where the expense originated. The County has received FEMA
revenue for Project Roomkey and the 2023 Winter Storm ($2,546,009), State
reimbursements for the 2023 Winter Storm, Camp Fire, and North Complex Fire
($777,968), and has accumulated interest of approximately ($2M) in the sub-fund. County
Administration recommends a budget amendment increasing appropriations by
$5,323,977 to facilitate the transfer of $4,514,517 to reimburse the General Fund and
$809,460 to reimburse the Road Fund. These revenues have already been taken into
account for the year-end fund balance estimates. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
3.4. Department of Behavioral Health
3.4.a Agreement with North Valley Behavioral Health, LLC (NVBH) for Psychiatric Health
Facility Inpatient Services
NVBH operates a licensed 16-bed acute care psychiatric inpatient treatment facility that
provides psychiatric treatment, rapid stabilization, coordinated discharge planning, and
recovery with support from community-based services. Additionally, the inpatient
treatment facility provides diagnostic assessment of mental health status, stabilization and
maintenance of mental health conditions, improvement of patient's functioning ability and
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transitional planning with referrals to post-hospitalization settings. The Department of
Behavioral Health recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an agreement with
NVBH for inpatient services under a select choice solicitation exception. The term of the
agreement is July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, not-to-exceed $104,670. This
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 THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.4.b Agreement with Aurora Behavioral Healthcare Santa Rosa, LLC dba Santa Rosa
Behavioral Healthcare Hospital (Aurora) for Inpatient Services
Aurora operates a licensed 144-bed acute care 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 as the State requires Counties to contract
with all providers who surpass a State-set threshold in the prior year. Aurora surpassed
the threshold in fiscal years 2023-24 and 2024-25. The Department recommends the
Board of Supervisors approve an agreement with Aurora for inpatient services. The term
of the contract is July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2027, 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 THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.4.c Mental Health Service Agreement with True North Housing Alliance, Inc. (TNHA) for
Outreach and Support Services at the Torres Community Shelter
The Department of Behavioral Health contracts for specialty outreach services with
service providers that offer support in a population-specific manner. TNHA is a nonprofit
organization dedicated to assisting individuals experiencing homelessness to achieve self-
sufficiency and a more stable lifestyle. For 18 years, TNHA has operated the Torres
Community Shelter, providing shelter and related social services to those experiencing
homelessness and mental health conditions in the community. Services at the Torres
Community Shelter utilize a peer-partner approach in which individuals with lived
experience of either a mental health condition and/or homelessness provide outreach
services. Peer partners are available during the Torres Shelter's hours of operation to
engage guests, build relationships, decrease stigma around mental health conditions, and
guide guests towards self-sufficiency.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an agreement with TNHA
for support and outreach services at the Torres Community Shelter under a select choice
solicitation exception. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026,
not-to-exceed $147,995. Under the agreement, TNHA has measurable goals to assist a
minimum of 100 consumers in gaining employment and a minimum of 60 individuals in
transitioning to housing. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN..
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3.4.d Agreement with Hmong Cultural Center of Butte County (HCCBC) for Specialty Outreach
Services
The Department of Behavioral Health contracts for specialty outreach services with
service providers that offer support in a population-specific manner. The HCCBC provides
the development and oversight of the Zoosiab Program. The Zoosiab Program is a
community-based program serving Hmong elders in the County who have experienced
historical trauma often associated with the Vietnam War. The program combines Western
and traditional cultural practices to decrease the negative impacts of stress, isolation,
stigmatization, depression, and trauma within the Hmong population. The Zoosiab
Program provides resources that help decrease the cultural and linguistic barriers that the
elderly Hmong population experience when accessing community and mental health
services.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an agreement with
HCCBC for specialty outreach services under a sole source solicitation exception. The
term of the agreement is July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, not-to-exceed $169,205.
Under the agreement, HCCBC has a measurable outcome of serving a minimum of 90
clients. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.4.e Agreements with African American Family & Cultural Center (AAFCC) for Specialty
Outreach Services
The Department of Behavioral Health contracts for specialty outreach services with
service providers that offer support in a population-specific manner. The AAFCC was
designed by community residents to address specific issues within the African American
community and decrease the impact of historic and current trauma. The AAFCC provides
services for early detection, prevention, and awareness of mental health illness in the
County. These services include outreach to families, increasing access and linkage to
medical care, reducing the stigma associated with mental illness, and reducing
discrimination against people with mental illness.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an agreement with
AAFCC for specialty outreach services under a sole source solicitation exception. The
term of the agreement is July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, not-to-exceed $353,597.
Under the agreement, AAFCC has a measurable outcome of serving a minimum of 138
clients. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.4.f Agreement with Stonewall Alliance of Chico (Stonewall) for Specialty Outreach Services
The Department of Behavioral Health contracts for specialty outreach services with
service providers that offer support in a population-specific manner. Research
demonstrates that LGBTQI+ are at a higher risk of experiencing mental health issues, and
have significant higher risk of suicide and suicide ideation. On December 12, 2023, the
Department released an RFP for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Inter-sex,
and more (LGBTQI+) outreach specialty services. Stonewall was the only respondent, met
the criteria of the RFP, and was selected for an agreement. Stonewall is a nonprofit
agency serving the Northern Sacramento Valley, working to create an open, safe, and
inclusive environment for members of the gender and sexual minority and ally community.
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Stonewall provides suicide prevention, education, and outreach services throughout the
County to support LGBTQI+ youth and young adults, as well as their families, friends,
allies, institutions, organizations, service providers, and educational facilities. Stonewall
provides training to community organizations to promote safety, non-stigmatization, and
non-discriminatory practices when supporting members of the LGBTQI+ community.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an agreement with
Stonewall for specialty outreach services. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2025,
through June 30, 2026, not-to-exceed $122,236. Under the agreement, Stonewall has a
measurable goal of providing training to a minimum of 1,185 participants. (DEPARTMENT
OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.4.g Agreement with Northern Valley Catholic Social Service, Inc. (NVCSS) Iversen Center and
North Valley Talk Line Programs for Specialty Outreach Services
The Department of Behavioral Health contracts with outreach providers for specialty
outreach services. NVCSS provides specialty outreach services through the Iversen
Center and the North Valley Talk Line. The Iversen Center serves clients challenged by a
variety of mental health, alcohol, and substance-use issues. Services include weekly
groups, organizing and planning center activities, participating in community outings,
fundraising, finding support from others with similar life experiences and difficulties, and
opportunities to become a peer coordinator. The North Valley Talk Line is a free,
consumer-run, peer-support, telephone service that offers nonemergency, non-crisis
support, and referrals.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an agreement with
NVCSS for specialty outreach services at the Iversen Center and North Valley Talk Line
under a select choice solicitation exception. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2025,
through June 30, 2026, not-to-exceed $775,511. Under the agreement, the Iversen Center
has goals of providing support, education, medication services, and connecting clients to
primary care. The North Valley Talk Line has a measurable goal of maintaining a minimum
of 1,000 outreach hours by peer advocates annually. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL
HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.4.h Agreement with Northern Valley Catholic Social Service, Inc. for the Promotores/Txhawb
Outreach Services
On February 3, 2023, the Department of Behavioral Health released an RFP for
Prevention and Early Intervention services for Promotores/Txhawb outreach services.
NVCSS was the only respondent and was selected for the award. The RFP is valid for
three years. NVCSS provides Latino Promotores and Hmong Tus Txhawb programs. Both
programs are designed to provide strength-based, wellness-focused services, and group
support. Services include outreach and education, mental health consultation, youth
services (ages 6 to 17), and early intervention services. The services and groups are
located in various community locations. The involvement of local residents, who are
trained as community health promoters and community liaisons, is vital to the success of
the programs.
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The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an agreement with
NVCSS for Promotores/Txhawb outreach services. The term of the agreement is July 1,
2025, through June 30, 2026, not-to-exceed $229,684. Under the agreement, NVCSS has
a measurable outcome of serving a minimum of 240 participants. (DEPARTMENT OF
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.4.i Agreements (2) with Dreamcatchers Empowerment Network (Dreamcatchers) for State
Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) and County-led Vocational Rehabilitation Services
The DOR contracts with the County to provide client services and administer agreements
with select providers to augment the State's Vocational Rehabilitation Program. The
Department of Behavioral Health contracts with Dreamcatchers under the provisions and
budget set forth by DOR to provide vocational services. These services assist clients to
develop or re-establish interpersonal skills, work behaviors and functional capacities to
achieve and maintain positive employment outcomes.
In addition to DOR vocational services, the County contracts with providers for County-led
vocational services. These services include employment preparation, job skills
development, and job placement within the County. In January 2023, the Department
released an RFP for County-led vocational services. The RFP is valid for three years. The
Department received two responses: Caminar of Chico, CA and Dreamcatchers of
Fairfield, CA. The RFP was awarded to both respondents.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve two agreements with
Dreamcatchers for DOR and County-led vocational services. The term of both agreements
is July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. The DOR services agreement is not-to-exceed
$171,899, and the County-led services agreement is not-to-exceed $141,233 (total
amount of $313,132). Under the agreements, Dreamcatchers is assigned measurable
goals to provide supported employment vocational training and vocational rehabilitation
services. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE AGREEMENTS (2) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR
TO SIGN.
3.4.j Agreement with Youth For Change (YFC) for Transitional Age Youth (TAY) Housing
Assistance Program
On March 6th of 2023, the Department of Behavioral Health released a RFP for Housing
Assistance Programs for TAY population (ages 16 through 25). YFC was the only
respondent and was awarded the agreement. YFC is a nonprofit organization licensed by
the State to provide specialty mental health treatment and support services to the
community. YFC specializes in community collaboration, which supports the healing of
children and families. The TAY Housing Assistance Program serves the seriously mentally
ill, homeless or at risk of homelessness who have no other options for housing.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an agreement with Youth
For Change for TAY housing assistance. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2025,
through June 30, 2026, not-to-exceed $118,675. Under the agreement, YFC has
measurable outcomes to provide transitional housing to a minimum of two clients and
provide housing placement to a minimum of seven clients. (DEPARTMENT OF
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BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.4.k Agreement with Youth For Change (YFC) 6th Street Center for Youth Mental Health
Services
YFC operates the 6th Street Center, which provides youth mental health services through
its Community Support Services program, which caters to homeless youth, ages 14 to 24.
The Community Support Services program includes assessment, treatment plan
development, rehabilitation, therapy, targeted case management, crisis intervention, and
peer support.
The Department of Behavioral Health recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an
agreement with YFC 6th Street Center under a select choice solicitation exception. The
term of the agreement is July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, not-to-exceed $107,026.
YFC 6th Street has measurable goals that include providing mental health services to a
minimum of 250 clients. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.4.l Agreement with Youth for Change (YFC) 6th Street for Client Support Services
YFC operates the 6th Street Center, which provides youth outreach and support to
homeless youth between the ages of 14 and 24. The center provides groups, classes, and
workshops for youth which focus on the development of independent living skills, youth
leadership opportunities, and healthy use of leisure time. The center provides amenities
such as shower facilities, access to computers, laundry services, food, clothing, and
hygiene items.
The Department of Behavioral Health recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an
agreement with YFC for client support services under a select choice solicitation
exception. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, not-to-
exceed $428,665. Under the agreement, YFC has measurable goals to providing
emotional support and mental health services to a minimum of 220 youth, transitioning a
minimum of 20 youth into housing, and assisting a minimum of 80 youth in accessing
school education. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.4.m Contract with Debra Villasenor for Housing Consultant Services
Debra Villasenor provides a wide array of services associated with the identification,
development, and operation of housing for clients with serious mental illness. Housing
services include determining the housing needs of clients, identifying accessible housing,
building partnerships with housing owners and property management firms to obtain more
available units for clients, developing plans for the use of housing funds, and ensuring
compliance with reporting requirements of housing grants. The Department of Behavioral
Health requires assistance in identifying housing projects, securing project partners for
housing initiatives, and technical assistance with housing policy as mandated by federal
and State agencies. The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve a
contract with Debra Villasenor for Housing Consultant Services under a select choice
solicitation exception. The term of the contact is July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2027, not-
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to-exceed $146,395. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.4.n Amendment with Thomas Cuisine Management LLC dba Thomas Cuisine for Psychiatric
Health Facility (PHF) Meal Services
On April 4, 2022, the Department of Behavioral Health released an RFP for PHF meal
services and did not receive any responses. After extensive research, Thomas Cuisine
was found to be the only vendor available to provide PHF meal services within the allowed
budget. On June 7, 2024, the Department of General Services approved an agreement
with Thomas Cuisine for PHF meal services. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2024,
through June 30, 2025, not-to-exceed $94,373. Under the agreement, Thomas Cuisine
prepares meals for inpatient clients within the County-run PHF located at 592 Rio Lindo
Ave, Chico, CA 95926. To avoid disruption of service while a new RFP is being
developed, the Department of Behavioral Health recommends the Board of Supervisors
approve an amendment to extend the term of the agreement six months, through
December 31, 2025, amend the scope of work to include the revised fee schedule, and
increase the maximum payable amount by $51,724, not-to-exceed $146,097. All other
terms remain the same. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.4.o Amendment to Dan R Ledford dba Accularm Security Agreement for Security System
Monitoring and Reporting
In July 2024, the Department of Behavioral Health entered into an agreement for security
system monitoring and reporting with Accularm Security via a non-competitive solicitation
exception. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, not-to-
exceed $13,542. Accularm Security provides security system monitoring and reporting for
the majority of the Department's facilities. The Department has additional facilities opening
in Oroville and Paradise that require monitoring and reporting services. The Department
recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an amendment to extend the term of the
agreement through June 30, 2026, and increase the maximum payable amount by
$15,152, not-to-exceed $28,694. All other terms remain the same. (DEPARTMENT OF
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.5. Department of Development Services
3.5.a Transfer Management of the PG&E Restitution Sub Fund from Butte County Fire
Department to the Department of Development Services For Enforcement of Chapter 38A
On February 9, 2021, the Board of Supervisors approved amendments to Chapter 38A of
the Butte County Code, titled “Fire Prevention and Protection,” to incorporate wildfire
safety requirements and enforcement provisions designed to mitigate the impacts of future
wildfires on Butte County communities. Butte County Fire Department and the Department
of Development Services jointly administer a program to implement Chapter 38A. Under
the program, parcels that do not reach voluntary compliance with safety requirements are
escalated to the Department of Development Services Code Enforcement to abate
hazardous vegetation.
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To support the cost of the enforcement provisions of Chapter 38A, the Butte County Fire
Department transfers funding from the PG&E Restitution sub fund to the Department of
Development Services. The sub fund was created from a settlement agreement with
PG&E for the Honey Fire that occurred in 2017. The funds are restricted to the
implementation of Chapter 38A. The estimated current balance is $784,097.
Since 2021, the Department of Development Services has abated 15 hazardous parcels,
with an additional four coming into voluntary compliance for a total cost of $317,258. To
support the abatement of fire hazards in the County under Chapter 38A, the Fire
Department and Development Services recommend that management of the restricted
sub fund be transferred to the Department of Development Services. The Department will
budget the remaining funds as a part of the annual budget process. (DEPARTMENT OF
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE TRANSFERRING THE MANAGEMENT OF THE
RESTRICTED SUB FUND FROM FIRE DEPARTMENT TO DEPARTMENT OF
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
3.5.b Contracts (2) with Juan Sanchez, dba Sierra Excavating LLC for Abatement Services
On April 22, 2025, the Board of Supervisors approved funding to abate nine parcels
deemed a public nuisance and posing a safety risk to the community. The Department of
Development Services published Requests for Quotations (RFQ) for the abatement of
three of the parcels. The Department received five bids and Sierra Excavating LLC was
the lowest bidder. The Department recommends that the Board approve two contracts
with Sierra Excavating LLC to abate the three parcels located at 1150 Marian Avenue,
Chico; 620 Oasis Drive, Chico; and 0 Midway, Nelson. The terms of the contracts are
upon execution for a term of 30 days, not-to-exceed a cumulative total of
$57,871. (DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACTS (2) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
3.6. Department of Employment & Social Services
3.6.a Contract with Victor Community Support Services for Parent Education Services
Victor Community Support Services has been providing mental health, social and
educational support services to children, parents, and families across California for the
past 55 years. In 2004, the organization opened its Butte County office in Chico, focusing
on Child and Family Teaming, Wraparound Services, community, clinic, and school-based
mental health services.
Parent Education Services provide a supportive and safe environment for children,
parents, and families involved in the child welfare system, or who are at risk of entering it.
Parent Education Services consists of parent support groups and parent education
classes. Parent support groups encourage parents to speak openly about their struggles,
successes, and personal experiences, and to accept support from others facing similar
challenges. Parent education classes use evidence-based practices - such as the
Nurturing Parent Program, The Nurtured Heart Approach, PRIDE Skills, Incredible Years,
and Positive Discipline for Parenting in Recovery - to teach parents self-awareness,
coping skills, co-parenting strategies, empowerment, effective communication, and other
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techniques.
The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends the Board of
Supervisors approve a contract with Victor Community Support Services for Parent
Education Services. The term of the contract is July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, not-
to-exceed $250,000. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.6.b Contract with Help Central Inc. for CalFresh, Elders, and Vulnerable Adults Education and
Outreach Services
Help Central Inc. is a nonprofit organization established to facilitate and improve public
access to essential health and human services. Help Central Inc. operates the
HelpCentral.org website and the 2-1-1 Call Center, both designed to provide residents
with a way to quickly find low-cost and no-cost health and human services in Butte
County. Last year Help Central Inc. provided Butte County residents with over 10,000
referrals for a wide variety of services including over 3,000 referrals to local food pantries,
elder nutrition education services, elder meal delivery programs, and referrals to the
Department of Employment and Social Services to secure CalFresh benefits.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve a contract with Help
Central, Inc. for CalFresh, Elders, and Vulnerable Adults Education and Outreach
Services. The term of the contract is July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2028, not-to-exceed
$60,000. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.6.c Contract with Butte-Glenn Community College District, dba Butte College for The Training
Place Training Services
The Butte-Glenn Community College District has a team of professional instructors who
offer educational programs that meet the needs of the Department of Employment and
Social Services. The educational programs utilized by the Department include Microsoft
Excel, Safety Programs, Emerging Leaders, and Supervisor Series. In FY 2024-25, 37
staff members attended and benefited from various available courses.
The Department recommends entering into a contract with Butte College for The Training
Place Training Services. The term of the contract is July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026,
not-to-exceed $39,500. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.6.d Resolution Recognizing June 2025 as Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse Awareness
Month and June 15, 2025 as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
The California Commission on Aging partnered with the California Elder Justice Coalition
in 2015 to pass a resolution declaring the month of June to be Elder and Dependent Adult
Abuse Awareness Month. The month was chosen to align with the World Elder Abuse
Awareness Day, established by the United Nations and recognized around the world each
year on June 15. Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse Awareness Month aims to promote
awareness, education, and resources to combat abuse, neglect, and exploitation of
vulnerable adults.
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The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends the Board of
Supervisors adopt a resolution recognizing June 2025 as Elder and Dependent Adult
Abuse Awareness Month in Butte County, and June 15, 2025 as World Elder Abuse
Awareness Day. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.7. Department of General Services
3.7.a Amendment to Contract with American Alarm Co. Inc. (American Alarm) for the Jail
Camera and Integrated Security System Upgrade and Replacement Project
On October 22, 2024, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with American Alarm
for the upgrade and replacement of the integrated security and camera systems at the
County jail facilities. The original scope of work was based on the original system design,
which included the installation of 88 cameras in 2011. Since then, additional cameras
have been installed to comply with evolving legislative requirements. A joint assessment
by American Alarm and County staff identified 30 additional existing cameras that need to
be replaced as part of the system upgrade. American Alarm has proposed completing the
replacement of these 30 cameras for a not-to-exceed cost of $106,522. The Department
recommends approval of a contract amendment increasing the not-to-exceed total to
$858,801 and extending the term to September 18, 2025. (DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL
SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.7.b Amendment to Contract with LACO Associates (LACO) for Design Services related to the
St. John’s Mountain Communication Vault Replacement Project
The Department of General Services entered into a professional services agreement with
LACO for the amount of $96,150 to provide design and engineering services for the St.
John’s Mountain Communication Vault Replacement Project. The original scope of work
included civil and structural engineering for foundations, solar array design, and
compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act. The Department now
recommends approval of a contract amendment in the amount of $112,800 to expand the
scope of services to include geotechnical investigation, testing and reporting,
communication vault and generator design, and construction administration services. This
amendment would result in a revised not-to-exceed contract amount of
$208,950. (DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.8. Department of Human Resources
3.8.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 to reflect changes
to Sunset/Term positions as proposed in the Recommended Budget:
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Behavioral Health: Extend 8 flexibly staffed Behavioral Health Counselor Sunset positions
from 6/30/2025 to 6/30/2026, 3 Behavioral Health Counselor Term positions from
6/30/2025 to 6/30/2026, and 1 Peer Support Specialist Term position from 6/30/2025 to
6/30/2026. Total allocations to remain unchanged.
County Administration: Extend 1 Administrative Technician Sunset position from
6/30/2025 to 6/30/2027. Total allocations to remain unchanged.
Development Services: Extend 2 flexibly staffed Code Enforcement Officer Term positions
from 6/30/2025 to 12/30/2028, 1 flexibly staffed Office Assistant Sunset position from
6/30/2025 to 12/30/2028, and 1 Information Technology Manager Term position from
6/30/2025 to 9/30/2025. Total allocations to remain unchanged.
District Attorney: Extend 1 Crime Analyst Sunset position from 6/30/2025 to 6/30/2026 and
1 Investigative Assistant Sunset position from 6/30/2025 to 6/30/2026. Total allocations to
remain unchanged.
Employment and Social Services: Convert 1 Housing Navigator Sunset 6/30/2025 position
to Regular Help. Extend 1 Housing Navigator Sunset position from 6/30/2025 to
6/30/2026. Total allocations to remain unchanged.
Information Systems: Extend a 0.75 flexibly staffed Management Analyst Term position
from 6/30/2025 to 6/30/2026. Total allocations to remain unchanged.
Library: Extend a 0.5 flexibly staffed Library Assistant Sunset position from 6/30/2025 to
6/30/2026. Total allocations to remain unchanged.
Probation: Extend 4 flexibly staffed Deputy Probation Officer Sunset positions from
6/30/2025 to 6/30/2026,
Public Health: Extend 1 Environmental Health Technician Term position from 6/30/2025 to
6/30/2026. Change the end date of 1 vacant flexibly staffed Public Health Laboratory
Technician/Microbiologist Term position from 6/30/2026 to 6/30/2025. Total allocations to
remain unchanged.
Sheriff-Coroner: Extend 4 flexibly staffed Deputy Sheriff Sunset positions from 6/30/2025
to 6/30/2028, 1 Sheriff Community Service Officer Term position from 6/30/2025 to
6/30/2030, 1 flexibly staffed Deputy Sheriff Term position from 6/30/2025 to 6/30/2030, 1
Sheriff's Sergeant Term position from 6/30/2025 to 6/30/2026, 1 Sheriff's Sergeant Term
position from 6/30/2025 to 6/30/2030, 1 Sheriff's Sergeant Sunset position from 6/30/2025
to 6/30/2028, and 1 Sheriff's Lieutenant Term position from 6/30/2025 to 6/30/2028. Total
allocations to remain unchanged.
Water and Resource Conservation: Change the end date of 1 vacant Program
Coordinator Sunset position from 6/30/2026 to 6/30/2025. As of July 1, total allocations to
decrease by one.
In addition, the Department of Human Resources recommends approval of an update to
the Salary Ordinance for the Probation Department to convert 1 Fiscal Manager position
to one that is flexibly staffed and includes the Senior Fiscal Manager classification. This
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change will address the growing complexity of fiscal oversight responsibilities and ensure
appropriate coverage for higher-level budget and financial management tasks. Total
allocations to remain unchanged.
Human Resources: Amend Section 28O "Classifications With Flat Rate Assignments" for
specific Flat Rate Classifications consistent with the July 2025 wage adjustment adopted
by other employee groups. Except for the Deputy Sheriff Trainee, these classifications are
all extra help and temporary in nature. (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.8.b Contract Amendment with LWP Claims Solutions for Workers' Compensation Claims
Administration
The County contracts with LWP Claims Solutions for claims administration services for the
County's self-insured Workers' Compensation Program. These services include such
activities as: investigating claims, adjusting and settling claims; maintaining claim
documentation; monitoring defense plans and costs for litigated claims; reporting claims to
the County's excess insurer; and maintaining an automated claim reporting system. The
Department of Human Resources recommends amending the contract with LWP Claims
Solutions for continued claims administration services. The amendment extends the term
of the contract by two years through June 30, 2027, and increases the maximum financial
obligation by $634,150, not-to-exceed $1,112,225. (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN
RESOURCES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.8.c Side Letter Agreements with Teamsters General and Mid-Management Units-Behavioral
Health Program Pay Differential Update
The Behavioral Health Department is required to provide 24-hour crisis services at a
number of facilities throughout the County. Due to the intensity of these services, the
Department has had, and continues to have, difficulty recruiting and retaining staff at
these sites. In an effort to attract qualified applicants and retain existing personnel, the
County and Union agreed as part of this Side Letter Agreement to increase the Behavioral
Health Program Differential Pay adopted by the Board on May 27, 2025 from 10% to 15%
for the employees assigned to these 24-hour crisis services locations. This change shall
be effective July 5, 2025 consistent with other approved compensation changes in
adopted MOUs. All other programs/locations that currently received Behavioral Health
Program Differential as part of the recently approved MOUs, shall remain at 5%
pay. (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - ADOPT SIDE LETTER AGREEMENTS (2) AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.8.d Update to the Resolution Establishing Limited Benefits for Extra Help Appointments-
Behavioral Health Program Pay Differential
On April 23, 2024 the Board of Supervisors approved Resolution 24-061 which specified
benefits and conditions of employment for extra help employees, including the 5% site
differential for certain extra help staff assigned to Behavioral Health. Consistent with the
Side Letter Agreements recommended for regular help employees, this updated resolution
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is recommended to reflect the same changes outlined in the Side Letter Agreements to
increase the pay differential for certain programs within Behavioral
Health. (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.9. Department of Public Health
3.9.a Resolution Continuing the Local Health Emergency Proclamation for Park and Thompson
Fires
Former 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 in the County, 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.
3.10. Fire Department
3.10.a Adoption of an Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Chapter 38A, Entitled "Fire
Prevention and Protection," of the Butte County Code
On May 27, 2025, the Butte County Board of Supervisors approved waiving the initial
reading of an ordinance to amend Chapter 38A of the Butte County Code. The proposed
amendment updates fire break requirements, adds definitions for clarity, and expands
enforcement provisions. Additionally, the updates authorize staff to issue citations and
record notices of noncompliance, consistent with procedures outlined in Butte County
Code Chapter 41. (FIRE DEPARTMENT)
Action Requested - ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.10.b Adoption of an Ordinance for the CAL FIRE Local Responsibility Area (LRA) Fire Hazard
Severity Zone (FHSZ) Map Update
On May 27, 2025, the Butte County Board of Supervisors approved waiving the initial
reading of an ordinance regarding updates to the LRA FHSZ map. Under California law,
CAL FIRE must develop FHSZ maps for LRAs. Following Government Code section
51179(a), once the Office of the State Fire Marshal issues its recommendations and
designates zones as moderate, high, or very high fire hazard, the County must either
adopt the map as presented or increase the severity ratings in designated zones. (FIRE
DEPARTMENT)
Action Requested - ADOPT ORDINANCE AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
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3.10.c Authorizing Acceptance of the CAL FIRE Wildfire Prevention (WP) Direct Award Grant
The WP Grant, funded by CAL FIRE’s California Climate Investments (CCI), supports
wildfire prevention and hazardous fuels reduction projects. This $360,000 WP grant will
fund the purchase of a mulcher tractor and cover two years of fuel and maintenance.
Adding the mulcher to the Fire Department's fleet will accelerate wildfire risk reduction
and fuels mitigation efforts in Paradise and Forbestown over the next two years, and
throughout the County thereafter. The grant does not require a local match. After the
grant period, the Butte County Fire Department will assume responsibility for ongoing
maintenance and indirect costs. The Fire Department recommends the Board of
Supervisors approve the acceptance of the WP Direct Award Grant and authorize the
Butte County Fire Chief, or Designee, to sign all related documents. (FIRE
DEPARTMENT)
Action Requested - AUTHORIZE THE BUTTE COUNTY FIRE CHIEF, OR DESIGNEE,
TO ACCEPT THE GRANT AND SIGN ALL RELATED DOCUMENTS.
3.11. Department of Public Works
3.11.a Capital Asset (20) Surplus Vehicles for Auction
The Board of Supervisors has the authority to declare surplus vehicles that are no longer
serviceable or no longer needed by the County. The Department of Public Works
recommends that the Board declare 20 vehicles surplus to the County's needs, remove
the vehicles from the capital asset ledger, and authorize the County Purchasing Agent to
auction these items. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - DECLARE CAPITAL ASSETS (20) SURPLUS TO THE NEEDS OF
THE COUNTY.
3.11.b Resolution of Intent to Establish the Butte County Permanent Road Division Zone 006
and to Impose Parcel Charges for Road and Storm Drainage Maintenance
On June 27, 2006, the Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 06-102, establishing
the use of a countywide Permanent Road Division (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. Under this Resolution, new
developments can form special Zones of Benefit to define properties included within the
PRD on approval by the Board.
The Planning Commission approved the Tentative Map for the Moon Tower Estates
Subdivision on January 23, 2020. The proposed project will create eight residential lots in
the Chico Sphere of Influence. The developer has been working to satisfy all conditions of
approval necessary to record the Final Map for the project. The Developer has applied to
form a Zone of Benefit within the Butte County Permanent Road Division, which is a
condition of approval of the Tentative Map.
Forming a Zone of Benefit requires a Resolution of Intent to establish the Butte County
Permanent Road Division Zone of Benefit. Upon Board approval, a future public hearing
must consider testimony to establish the Zone of Benefit and a Resolution of Formation
for the Zone of Benefit. The public hearing and the Resolution of Formation for this Zone
of Benefit will be considered by the Board on July 29, 2025, at 10:30 a.m.
(DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
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Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.11.c Resolution of Intent to Establish the Butte County Permanent Road Division Zone 007
and to Impose Parcel Charges for Street Lighting, Road Maintenance, and Storm
Drainage Maintenance
On June 27, 2006, the Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 06-102, establishing
the use of a countywide Permanent Road Division (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. Under this Resolution, new
development can form special Zones of Benefit to define properties included within the
PRD on approval by the Board.
The developer of the Orchardcrest Subdivision in the Thermalito area has applied to form
a Zone of Benefit within the Butte County Permanent Road Division. Forming a Zone of
Benefit requires a Resolution of Intent to establish the Butte County Permanent Road
Division Zone of Benefit. Upon Board approval, a future public hearing must consider
testimony to establish the Zone of Benefit and a Resolution of Formation for the Zone of
Benefit. The public hearing and the Resolution of Formation for this Zone of Benefit will
be considered by the Board on July 29, 2025, at 10:45 a.m. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC
WORKS)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE 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 Appointments to the Butte County Children and Families Commission (First 5)
First 5 is part of a statewide effort to create a system of integrated and comprehensive
programs to provide parental education and family support services. First 5 is a nine-
member commission comprised of one member of the Board of Supervisors; the Directors
or designee of the Departments of Public Health, Behavioral Health, and Employment and
Social Services; and members of the public that work in fields that include early childhood
development, childcare, child resources, pediatric healthcare, and education.
Holly Kralj, Matthew Reddam are incumbents seeking reappointment as Regular
Members. Paul Arnold is currently serving as an Alternate Member on the Commission,
but due to a recent vacancy, the Commission has requested that he is appointed as a
Regular Member. Amy Asher has requested to be appointed to serve as an Alternate
Member.
First 5 recommends the Board of Supervisors appoint Paul Arnold and Matthew Reddam
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as representatives of a Local School District; Holly Kralj to serve as representative of a
Local Medical Society; and Amy Asher as an Alternate to serve as a representative of a
Local Group for Prevention or Intervention for Families at Risk. Each applicant would
serve a three-year term ending June 30, 2028. (OTHER)
Action Requested - APPOINT PAUL ARNOLD AND MATTHEW REDDAM AS
REPRESENTATIVES OF A LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT; HOLLY KRALJ TO SERVE AS
REPRESENTATIVE OF A LOCAL MEDICAL SOCIETY; AMY ASHER AS AN
ALTERNATE COMMISSIONER, TO SERVE AS A REPRESENTATIVE OF A LOCAL
GROUP FOR PREVENTION OR INTERVENTION FOR FAMILIES AT RISK, EACH TO
SERVE ON THE BUTTE COUNTY CHILDREN AND FAMILIES COMMISSION FOR A
THREE-YEAR TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2028.
4.4 Resolution Approving the County Service Area (CSA) and Permanent Road Division
(PRD) Policy Guidelines and Rescinding Resolution 13-080
CSAs and PRDs are special districts established by county governments to provide
specific services to designated areas. These services include street lighting, stormwater
and drainage, sewer systems, fire protection, road maintenance, and other local
amenities. CSAs operate under the governance of the Board of Supervisors and were
designed to fund services not provided by the County. Over the past five decades, CSA
revenues have been affected by changes in State law and voter-approved initiatives,
including Proposition 13 (1978) and Proposition 218 (1996). As a result, maximum parcel
charges have remained largely unchanged since 1996. Meanwhile, rising costs due to
deferred maintenance, regulatory requirements, and administrative challenges have made
it increasingly difficult for the County to meet service demands and prompted a
reassessment of CSA and PRD policies.
On April 22, 2025, the Department of Public Works presented an update outlining CSA
and PRD funding shortfalls and service challenges. The Board directed the Department to
develop a formal policy to guide current and future CSAs and PRDs. The proposed policy
rescinds Resolution 13-080 and aligns future CSAs and PRDs with County core service
capabilities. It provides a framework for addressing current funding issues and promoting
long-term financial sustainability. The Department recommends the Board adopt a
Resolution approving the Butte County CSA and PRD Policy Guidelines and Rescinding
Resolution 13-080. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE BUTTE COUNTY
COUNTY SERVICE AREA AND PERMANENT ROAD DIVISION POLICY GUIDELINES
AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION 13-080.
4.5 Receive the Butte County Fiscal Year 2025-26 Recommended Budget and Set Budget
Hearings for June 24, 2025 at 1:00 PM
The FY 2025-26 Recommended Budget serves as the basis for budget hearings to be
scheduled on June 24, 2025 at 1:00 pm. Budget hearings provide an opportunity for the
community to comment on the Recommended Budget, and for the Board of Supervisors to
make adjustments to the budget. The Recommended Budget is the work product of many
County employees in all 23 departments. The efforts and cooperation put forth by
department heads and staff resulted in a balanced recommended spending plan. The
Recommended Budget may be found at:
https://www.buttecounty.net/1427/Budget (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
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Action Requested - SET THE PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE RECOMMENDED
BUDGET FOR TUESDAY, JUNE 24, 2025 AT 1:00 PM.
4.6 Agreements with Youth For Change (YFC) and Victor Community Support Services
(VCSS) for Youth Mental Health Services
On May 5, 2023,the Department of Behavioral Health released an RFP for Youth Mental
Health Services and received five responses from local mental health providers: YFC,
VCSS, Counseling Solutions, North Valley Catholic Social Service, Inc. and EA Family
Services. The Department selected the three most responsive respondents: YFC, VCSS
and NVCSS. The agreement with NVCSS will be considered at a future Board meeting.
YFC and VCSS provide specialty youth mental health services that meet the State
mandate for medi-cal eligible children. Services include assessment, treatment plan
development, rehabilitation, therapy, targeted case management, crisis intervention, and
peer support.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve agreements with YFC
and VCSS. The term of each agreement is July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. The
agreement for YFC is not-to-exceed $3,945,798 and the agreement for VCSS is not-to-
exceed $3,039,394 (total amount of $6,985,192). The agreements are not measured in
terms of the number of clients as services and duration of services vary based on the
individual needs of each client. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENTS (2) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
4.7 Butte County Groundwater Status Report for the 2024 Water Year
Pursuant to Chapter 33 of the Butte County Code, the Department of Water and Resource
Conservation is required to collect data on groundwater levels and report to the Board of
Supervisors each year on the status of groundwater conditions. The Department prepared
the Butte County Groundwater Status Report (Report) for the 2024 water year, which
contains an overview of the hydrologic conditions, a high-level description of conditions
within each subbasin based on content in each subbasin’s individual annual reports,
conditions to track over the next year, and current efforts to improve groundwater
resiliency throughout the County.
The Butte County Groundwater Status Report also includes Groundwater Sustainability
Agencies (GSAs) subbasin reports that SGMA requires to be submitted annually to DWR.
The subbasin-specific reports were reviewed by the Technical Advisory Committee of the
Water Commission on February 27, 2025.
This is the fourth Butte County Groundwater Status Report since the adoption of the
Groundwater Sustainability Plans in the three subbasins in the County (Butte, Vina, and
Wyandotte Creek). This Report meets the reporting requirements of Chapter 33. The
complete Butte County Groundwater Status Report and the appendices are available
online at: https://www.buttecounty.net/1212/Groundwater-Status-Report. (DEPARTMENT
OF WATER & RESOURCE CONSERVATION)
Action Requested - ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION.
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4.8 Introduction of an Ordinance Adding Chapter 57 "Declared Local Emergency Recovery" to
the Butte County Code
Butte County has experienced multiple destructive wildfires, resulting in local and public
health emergencies. Wildfires that reach a high level of destruction can quickly outpace
County resources. These wildfires leave a trail of devastation, resulting in an immediate
need for interim housing and creating a significant amount of debris and hazardous waste
that threatens public health, the environment, and water quality. The County uses urgency
ordinances to address these wildfire emergencies. On April 22, 2025, the Board of
Supervisors directed the Department of Development Services to develop an ordinance to
address declared local and public health emergencies due to wildfire.
The Department has developed an ordinance that establishes standards, requirements,
and regulations that remain dormant until: 1) the Board declares, or ratifies, a local
emergency; 2) the Board ratifies a public health emergency due to wildfire; and 3) the
Governor declares a State of Emergency in Butte County due to wildfire. Once operative,
the ordinance provides several provisions, including: (i) temporarily relaxing some building
and zoning regulations to allow for transitory and temporary housing both outside and
inside the impacted wildfire area for displaced residents; (ii) prohibiting the removal of
structural debris and hazardous trees prior to hazardous waste assessment and removal;
(iii) requiring the removal of structural debris and hazard trees through a Government-
sponsored program, once approved, or a County alternative program; (iv) authorizing the
Board to set deadlines for participation in a debris removal program; (v) authorizing the
County to take legal action to abate properties in violation of the ordinance; (vi) permitting
temporary log storage yards and allows the processing of logs and vegetation for biochar
production with applicable permits; and (vii) addressing standards to allow displaced
residents to return to their properties within the boundaries of the impacted fire
areas. (DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES)
Action Requested - INTRODUCE ORDINANCE AND WAIVE THE FIRST READING.
4.9 Update of Budget, Legislative, and other Current Issues by the Chief Administrative Officer
4.10 Board of Supervisors Public Comment (Continuation as needed)
4.11 Items Removed from the Consent Agenda for Board Consideration and Action
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND TIMED ITEMS
5.1 10:00 am - Public Hearing - Table Mountain II Project Funded by the CDBG Disaster
Recovery Multi-Family Housing Program
Butte County has been allocated a total of $118,186,909 in CDBG Disaster Recovery
Multi-Family Housing Program (MHP) funding from the California Department of Housing
and Community Development (HCD) as a result of the 2018 Camp Fire. Through a
competitive RFP, Butte County awarded the Table Mountain Phase II project $4,500,000
in MHP funds. The project was completed in the City of Oroville and received its
Certificate of Occupancy on December 23, 2024. All project milestones required by the
Master Standard Agreement, Notice to Proceed, and corresponding amendments have
been met or exceeded; however, due to a change in guidance from HCD the close-out
public hearing and resolution must be postponed. Staff recommend the Board of
Supervisors open and close the public hearing without action. At a later date, staff will re-
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notice the public hearing and request authorization of a close-out resolution when all costs
have been reimbursed. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - STAFF RECOMMENDS THE BOARD OPEN AND CLOSE THE
PUBLIC HEARING WITHOUT ACTION.
5.2 10:15 am - Public Meeting - Intent to Modify the Butte County Tourism Business
Improvement District (TBID) Management District Plan
At the request of Explore Butte County, the TBID owner's association, the Board of
Supervisors approved a resolution of intent to modify the Butte County TBID Management
District Plan on May 13, 2025. The three proposed changes include: 1) remove the room
count threshold to include all lodging businesses and short-term rentals located within the
District; 2) increase the assessment to 2.5% on September 1, 2025, and to 3% on January
1, 2027; and 3) modify the term to end on December 31, 2029. On May 19, 2025, a public
notice was mailed to all businesses proposed to be assessed, beginning a mandatory 45-
day period in which assessed business owners may protest the modifications. Today's
public meeting allows the Board to take public comment on the proposed changes during
the protest period. No further action is requested. At the end of the protest period, if
protests are received from owners paying 50% or more of the assessments, no further
proceedings to modify the District Plan shall be taken. If a majority protest is not received,
the Board may adopt the proposed modifications at a future meeting. (COUNTY
ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - OPEN PUBLIC MEETING AND ALLOW FOR PUBLIC COMMENT.
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
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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. Floyd E. Jones et al v. Hal Brooks et al (Consent Decree), Butte County Superior Court
Case No: 84429
b. Holman v. County of Butte et al, Butte County Superior Court Case No: 20cv00578
(COUNTY COUNSEL)
6.4 Closed Session Public Comment
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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 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 RCRC – Rural County Representatives of
California
CDBG – Community Development Block Grant RFP – Request for Proposals
CEQA – California Environmental Quality Act SB – Senate Bill
CSA – County Service Area SBFCA – Sutter Butte Flood Control Agency
CSAC – The California State Association of Counties 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