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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 9, 2025
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.
The following members of the public submitted public comment: John Stonebraker
(electronically) for items 3.1.a and 3.6.c.
Action: ADOPT THE CONSENT AGENDA.
Motion: Supervisor Durfee
Second: Supervisor Ritter
Motion passed unanimously.
3.1. Auditor-Controller's Office
3.1.a Resolution Setting Tax Rates in the County of Butte for Fiscal Year 2025-26
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In accordance with Government Code section 29100, the Board of Supervisors is required
to adopt by resolution the rates of taxes on the secured roll. State law requires that the tax
rate not exceed the 1% limit specified in the Constitution except for voter-approved
indebtedness. For voter-approved indebtedness, the Board is also required to adopt the
rates necessary to support the annual debt requirement within each specific school district
on or before October 3 of each year.
In accordance with Education Code section 15250, the Board of Supervisors of the
County, the superintendent of schools of which has jurisdiction over any district, shall
annually at the time of making the levy of taxes for county purposes, levy a tax for that year
upon the property in the district for the interest and redemption of all outstanding bonds of
the district. The tax shall not be less than sufficient to pay the interest on the bonds as it
becomes due and to provide a sinking fund for the payment of the principal on or before
maturity and may include an allowance for an annual reserve, established for the purpose
of avoiding fluctuating tax levies. The tax shall be sufficient to provide funds for the
payment of the interest on the bonds as it becomes due and also any part of the principal
and interest that is to become due before the proceeds of a tax levied at the time for
making the next general tax levy may be made available for the payment of the principal
and interest.
The Board has previously approved the issuance of each voter-approved bond via
resolution and directed the Auditor-Controller to maintain on its tax roll and all subsequent
tax rolls, taxes sufficient to fulfill the requirements of the debt service schedules for those
bonds. (AUDITOR-CONTROLLER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION 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 August 26, 2025 Board of Supervisors Meeting
Minutes. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE AUGUST 26, 2025 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MEETING MINUTES.
3.2.b Letter of Support for Cohasset Community Association's Hometown Grant Application
The Cohasset Community Association requests a letter of support for an application for a
T-Mobile Hometown Grant. The Cohasset Community Association has long served the
Cohasset community, providing a central gathering place for events, programs, and
essential community services. The grant would fund handicap-accessible restrooms, a
renovated kitchen, improved building access, and the addition of air conditioning; making
the facility safer, more inclusive, and better equipped to serve residents of all ages and
abilities. Staff recommend approval of a letter of support. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE LETTER AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.3. County Counsel's Office
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3.3.a Contract Amendment with Sophia R. Meyer Law, PC (Meyer Law) for Legal Services
County Counsel contracts with attorneys for specialized legal services for the Department
of Employment and Social Services, Children's Services Division. Contract attorneys
provide legal representation and consultation on matters such as juvenile dependency,
guardianship issues, and termination of parental rights. On September 13, 2022, the Board
of Supervisors approved a contract with Meyer Law for specialized legal services, followed
by an amendment on April 9, 2024, for the addition of a part-time attorney. Counsel
recommends amending the contract with Meyer Law for legal services. The amendment
extends the term of the contract by 79 days through November 30, 2025, and increases
the maximum payable amount by $75,000, not-to-exceed $807,678. All other terms remain
the same. (COUNTY COUNSEL)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.4. County Library
3.4.a Budget Amendment for Zip Books Program Grant
The County Library received a grant of $11,880 from the California State Library for the Zip
Books program. The Zip Books program provides library patrons with quick access to
books not available in their local libraries. A patron requests the item, the library purchases
it from Amazon, and the book is shipped directly to the patron's home. When finished, the
patron returns it to the library, and the library adds it to the collection. The library collection
becomes more closely matched to the needs of the local community due to Zip Books
being a user-driven program. The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors
approve the budget amendment to allocate the grant funds. (LIBRARY)
Action Requested - APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
3.5. Department of Development Services
3.5.a Budget Amendment for Chapter 38A Abatement of Hazardous Vegetation
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
referred to the Department of Development Services Code Enforcement to abate
hazardous vegetation.
In 2018, the PG&E Restitution Sub Fund was established, assigning the Honey Fire
settlement funding received from PG&E to the implementation of Chapter 38A. On June
10, 2025, the Board of Supervisors approved the management of the Sub Fund to transfer
from the Fire Department to the Department of Development Services for the continued
abatement of hazardous vegetation under Chapter 38A. The Departments of Development
Services and Fire recommend the Board of Supervisors approve a budget amendment for
intrafund transfers of $117,300 from the Sub Fund to the Departments, increase
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appropriations for Code Enforcement by $100,000, and transfer $17,300 to Fire for
inspections and outreach related to Chapter 38A. (DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
3.6. Department of General Services
3.6.a Notice of Completion with United Building Contractors Inc. for Fire Station 61 Project at
297 Rockerfeller Road, Berry Creek
In August 2024, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with United Building
Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $1,586,966 to reconstruct Volunteer Fire Station 61,
located at 297 Rockerfeller Road, Berry Creek, CA. During construction, fifteen change
orders were issued, totaling $106,980, bringing the total cost to $1,693,945. All contract
work has been completed, inspected, and approved by the Department of Development
Services, Special Inspectors, and the Department of General Services. The Department of
General Services recommends the Board accept the work as complete and authorize the
Chair to sign the Notice of Completion. (DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - 1) ACCEPT THE CONTRACT WORK AS COMPLETE; AND 2)
APPROVE THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.6.b Ratification of Change Order 7 and Approval of Change Order 8 – Contract with REM
Construction, Inc. (REM) for Behavioral Health Center Improvements at 254 Cohasset
Road, Chico
On December 10, 2024, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with REM for
$1,622,202 to make building improvements at the Chico Community Counseling Center,
located at 254 Cohasset Road. The project is funded by a Behavioral Health Continuum
Infrastructure Program (BHCIP) grant. On August 12, 2025, the Board ratified Change
Orders 1 through 3 and approved Change Orders 4, 5, and 6, totaling $503,937. These
changes addressed the discovery of mold and related building issues that were not visible
until demolition and cleanup work began. Since then, the Department of General Services
approved Change Order 7 in the amount of $54,395 to replace outdated wiring. Following
mold abatement, REM also submitted Change Order 8 in the amount of $51,170 to
strengthen a wall that had been compromised by water damage and to install an exterior
barrier to help prevent future water from reaching the building from the parking lot. The
Department recommends the Board ratify Change Order 7 and approve Change Order 8.
These changes bring the revised contract total to $2,231,704. The total project budget
remains the same, and all other contract terms remain in effect. (DEPARTMENT OF
GENERAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - 1) RATIFY CHANGE ORDER 7; AND 2) APPROVE CHANGE ORDER
8 AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.6.c Approval of Change Order 1 with Air Systems Service and Construction, LLC, dba Air
Systems of Sacramento, for the 308 Nelson Avenue HVAC Project
On November 12, 2024, the Board of Supervisors approved a Job Order Contract (JOC)
with Air Systems Service and Construction, LLC (ASSC). On May 27, 2025, the Board
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approved a Notice to Proceed with ASSC in the amount of $1,497,880 for the renovation
and partial replacement of the heating and cooling system at 308 Nelson Avenue, Oroville.
During demolition, the contractor uncovered ductwork that had previously been hidden
behind walls and ceilings. Upon inspection, it was determined that some of the existing
ducts—made of flexible tubing and duct board—were damaged, had holes, and did not
meet current building code requirements. As a result, the affected sections cannot be
reused and must be replaced. The Department of General Services recommends the
Board approve Change Order 1 in the amount of $147,840 with ASSC to remove and
replace the non-compliant ductwork. This would bring the total contract amount to
$1,645,720. All other contract terms remain unchanged. (DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL
SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CHANGE ORDER 1 AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
3.7. Department of Human Resources
3.7.a Resolution to Amend the Salary Ordinance
The Department of Human Resources recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt a
resolution amending the Salary Ordinance for the following Departments:
Probation: Add 1 Deputy Probation Officer Supervisor position (term to end 6/30/26). This
position is needed to backfill an allocation held by an incumbent that is out on long-term
leave, and is essential to maintaining adequate coverage at Juvenile Hall. The addition of
this position will be fully funded with the Department's existing budget. No additional
General Fund support is required to fund this position. Total allocations to increase by
1. (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.8. Probation Department
3.8.a Resolution to Submit Proposal for Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)
Equipment and Training Program
The Probation Department is requesting authorization to submit a proposal on behalf of the
County of Butte for JAG Equipment and Training Program funding.
If awarded, the Department may request up to $161,230 to purchase equipment and
software through the program. The term of the agreement will be October 1, 2025, through
September 30, 2026.
The Department seeks authorization for the Chief Probation Officer, or designee, to
execute JAG Equipment and Training Program documents on behalf of the County of
Butte, including but not limited to, proposals, payment requests, agreements, and
amendments necessary to secure JAG Equipment and Training Program funds and to
implement the JAG Equipment and Training Program if approved. (PROBATION
DEPARTMENT)
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Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.9. Department of Public Works
3.9.a Notice of Completion for Module 5 Phase E Excavation Project at the Neal Road Recycling
and Waste Facility (NRRWF)
On November 12, 2024, the Board of Supervisors awarded the Module 5 Phase E
Excavation Project at NRRWF to Lund Construction of Sacramento, CA. The project
consisted of excavating the future site of the Module 5 Phase E, reconstructing and
widening the adjacent access road, and furnishing and installing drainage structures at the
NRRWF. The contract award amount was $4,717,747. Two contract change orders were
executed, increasing the total cost by $130,786 for a final contract amount of $4,848,533.
All contract work has been completed per the project plans and specifications. The
Department of Public Works recommends the Board accept the contract work as complete
and approve the Notice of Completion. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - 1) ACCEPT THE CONTRACT WORK AS COMPLETE, AND 2)
APPROVE THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.9.b Notice of Completion for New Scale House Improvement Project at the Neal Road
Recycling and Waste Facility (NRRWF)
On April 22, 2025, the Board of Supervisors ratified an emergency contract with Slater and
Son Construction of Chico, CA, to expedite delivery of the New Scale House Improvement
Project at the NRRWF. The contract award amount was $453,065. One contract change
order was executed, increasing the total cost by $16,165 for a final contract amount of
$469,230. All contract work has been completed per the project plans and specifications.
The Department of Public Works recommends the Board accept the contract work as
complete and approve the Notice of Completion. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - 1) ACCEPT THE CONTRACT WORK AS COMPLETE, AND 2)
APPROVE THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.9.c Capital Asset Authority and Budget Amendment for a Rotary Boom Mower for CSA 25
CSA 25, located in the northwest Chico area, provides stormwater drainage services for
approximately 4,032 parcels. The district maintains vital infrastructure, including open
channels, culverts, and access roads, which require ongoing vegetation management and
maintenance to ensure adequate drainage and flood prevention.
To enhance operational efficiency, the Department of Public Works identified the need for
a rotary boom mower. This specialized equipment is expected to improve the district’s
ability to manage vegetation in hard-to-reach areas such as open channels and culverts,
reducing the risk of blockages and ensuring the continued functionality of the stormwater
system, particularly during heavy rainfall.
On February 11, 2025, the Board of Supervisors approved capital asset purchase and
budget amendment for a rotary boom mower purchase for CSA 25. However, due to a
delay in the delivery timeline, the equipment is expected to arrive in December 2025. The
Department recommends the Board approve capital asset authority and a budget
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amendment to increase appropriations by $265,218 to purchase a rotary boom mower.
The purchase is paid for by the CSA 25 fund balance. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC
WORKS)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE CAPITAL ASSET PURCHASE; AND 2) APPROVE
BUDGET AMENDMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
3.9.d Resolution Approving and Authorizing an Agreement with the California Department of
Parks and Recreation to Provide Groomed Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Trails
The California Department of Parks and Recreation’s OHV Division supports winter
recreation activities in the Butte Meadows area through its Over-the-Snow Vehicle Green
Sticker Grant Program. The State’s Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Act of 2003
directs the California Department of Parks and Recreation to develop and maintain a
statewide system of OHV recreation opportunities. To accomplish this, the California
Department of Parks and Recreation partners with local agencies, including the County, to
provide public access to groomed OHV trails through reimbursable program agreements.
The current OHV agreement between the County and the State will expire on September
30, 2025. To initiate a new five-year agreement, the California Department of Parks and
Recreation requires a Board of Supervisors Resolution. The Department of Public Works
recommends the Board adopt a resolution authorizing the Director of Public Works to
execute an agreement with the State of California Department of Parks and Recreation for
the OHV program and administer the program. The term of the agreement is October 1,
2025, through September 30, 2030. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.9.e Resolution Authorizing Grant Applications for California Department of Resources
Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) Grants
CalRecycle offers competitive and non-competitive grants to support recycling, waste
reduction, and environmental protection initiatives. These grants help offset local costs for
solid waste management, infrastructure improvements, and landfill diversion efforts, with
awards potentially exceeding $350,000. CalRecycle requires a resolution from the
governing body authorizing signature authority for grant applications, agreements, and
related documents.
The Department of Public Works recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt a
Resolution authorizing the Department to apply for CalRecycle grant programs that support
recycling, waste reduction, and environmental protection initiatives and authorizing the
Director of Public Works to sign the necessary grant application, agreements and
documents. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.10. Sheriff-Coroner's Office
3.10.a Contracts (4) with The Gumshoe Group (Gumshoe), Pipkin Detective Agency, Inc.
(Pipkin), Employers Investigative Services, LLC (EIS), and TruView BSI, LLC (TruView)
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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
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 has negotiated 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 Board approved the first of the five
contracts with Pierside Investigations, LLC on August 12th. The contracts with Gumshoe,
Pipkin, EIS, and TruView are the four remaining contracts for consideration. Funding for
the contracts is included in the Department's budget. The Sheriff's Office recommends
entering into contracts with Gumshoe, Pipkin, EIS, and TruView for pre-employment
background investigation services. Each contract begins upon execution and ends after
three years, not-to-exceed $250,000. (SHERIFF-CORONER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACTS (4) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
3.11 Other
3.11.a District Priorities Fund Application - Magalia Community Park
Supervisor Teeter recommends approval of $1,200 in District 5 Priorities Funds to the
Magalia Community Park for youth and family events. Magalia Community Park's mission
is to bring residents of the upper ridge and beyond together, providing a safe, positive and
upbeat place where everyone feels welcome. (DISTRICT 5 SUPERVISOR)
Action Requested - APPROVE DISTRICT PRIORITIES FUND APPLICATION.
4. REGULAR AGENDA
4.1 Board Member/Committee Reports and Board Member Comment
Supervisor Connelly- Attended a Firesafe Council meeting, 5th Annual
Remembrance of Berry Creek fire, Feather River Recovery Alliance with DWR,
spoke with constituent complaints regarding illegal camping and requested a
head nod to form an Ad Hoc Committee with Supervisor Teeter, to meet with the
CAO, Sheriff, and Code enforcement for further discussion. He further
announced his mother passed away, and they will be holding a service at 11:00
am at the Oroville Church of the Nazarene on Monte Vista Avenue.
Supervisor Durfee- Attended Saluting Local Government event at the Hotel
Katarina, met with Staff regarding code enforcement issues, visited Scotty’s
Landing, and met with constituents.
Supervisor Teeter - Attended a ribbon cutting at the Boys and Girls Club, spoke
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with Staff regarding Magalia Dam road widening, took CAO on a bike ride at the
Colby Mountain trail.
Supervisor Ritter – Attended the Local Government Committee meeting; Rural
Local Master Plan on Aging meeting; BCAG and Air Quality meetings; Local
Fringe Festival; Labor Day picnic; Continuum of Care Households with Children
meeting; RFP review meeting with CAO, General Services, and Department of
Employment and Social Services; BHAB Executive Committee meeting;
Saluting Local Government event at the Hotel Katarina, and City of Chico
internal affairs meeting.
Supervisor Kimmelshue – Met with constituents and Nichole Farley with
Explore Butte County, attended a tour of the Calfire station and provided a
testimonial for Calfire on camera, and received an award from the Gridley
American Legion for improvements to the Gridley Vets Hall. He thanked County
Staff and the contractors who were responsible for the work completed.
Further, he attended a DWR Dam safety meeting, a zoom meeting with a
consultant regarding local GSA's and interbasin coordination, and was happy
to report that the DWR conducted some debris removal at Big Chico Creek.
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 Appointment to the Vina GSA Board of Directors
The Vina GSA is comprised of three member agencies, Butte County, the City of Chico,
and the Durham Irrigation District and is responsible for implementing the Sustainable
Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) and the Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) for
its portion of the Vina subbasin. The Vina GSA Board of Directors has one seat for each
Member Agency and two Stakeholder Directors that consist of an Agricultural Stakeholder
and a Domestic Well User Stakeholder. The Stakeholder Directors are appointed by the
Butte County Board of Supervisors.
Due to an unexpected vacancy, a notice was posted for the position of Domestic Well User
Stakeholder Director, and applications have been received from three eligible candidates.
The three applicants include Jim Graydon, Claudia Rawlins, and Liliana Scarafia. Per
Section 7.3 of the Vina JPA, the Vina GSA ad-hoc Nomination Committee (consisting of
the Durham Irrigation District Member Agency Director and City of Chico staff), reviewed
the candidates and now recommend that the Board of Supervisors appoint Jim Graydon to
the Domestic Well User Stakeholder Director primary position to fill the vacant unexpired
term ending October 10, 2027. (OTHER)
BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MINUTES – SEPTEMBER 9, 2025
Action Requested - APPOINT JIM GRAYDON TO THE VINA GSA BOARD OF
DIRECTORS AS THE DOMESTIC WELL USER STAKEHOLDER DIRECTOR FOR A
TERM ENDING OCTOBER 10, 2027.
Melissa Kitts, the Assistant Clerk of the Board, presented this item to the Board.
The following members of the public submitted Public Comment: Tovey
Giezentanner, Ann Dawson, Jim Graydon, and Colleen Cecil.
Action: DIRECT VINA GSA TO REOPEN THE APPLICATION PROCESS.
4.4 Contract with Blue Flamingo Marketing for the Butte County Fire Protection and
Prevention: Community Education Expansion Project
The California Department of Housing and Community Development receives funding from
the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development for the Community
Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery Mitigation Planning and Public Services
Program. These funds are available to specific communities impacted by 2018 disasters in
California, which includes the 2018 Camp Fire, for the purpose of planning and public
services that reduce risks of natural hazards. Eligible activities include public services
targeted at low- and middle-income residents and mitigation planning and capacity
building.
Butte County was awarded $1 million for the Butte County Fire Protection and Prevention:
Community Education Expansion Project. The project will involve a County-wide education
and outreach campaign to engage property owners to prevent the spread of fire by clearing
defensible spaces on their property.
Butte County Fire issued a RFP for a marketing agency to provide media outreach services
in June 2025 and received three proposals. Blue Flamingo Marketing of Chico was
selected as the most qualified respondent. The Fire Department recommends that the
Board of Supervisors approve a contract with Blue Flamingo Marketing for outreach
services. The term is September 9, 2025 through April 7, 2028; not-to-exceed
$940,944. (FIRE DEPARTMENT)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
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Motion: Supervisor Teeter
Second: Supervisor Connelly
The motion passed by a 3-2 vote (Ayes: Supervisors Connelly, Ritter and
Teeter; Nays: Supervisors Durfee and Chair Kimmelshue).
4.5 City of Oroville Draft 2025 Annexation Strategy
The City of Oroville is considering an annexation strategy and has prepared a presentation
for the Board of Supervisors on the current draft. On June 17, 2025, the Oroville City
Council approved a feasibility study that will assess the draft annexation strategy. The City
plans to use the recommendations from the feasibility study to refine the draft strategy and
outline a systematic plan for annexations. Once the strategy is finalized, the City will meet
with stakeholders to discuss constraints, concerns, appropriate levels of service, and
phasing. (OTHER)
Action Requested - ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION.
Patrick Piatt, Community Development Director and Wes Ervin, City Planning,
from the City of Oroville, presented this item to the Board.
The following members of the public submitted Public Comment: Kathy Brazil
(electronically and in person), Jan Bales, The Cameraman, Sam Abshier, and
John Stonebraker.
Action: ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION. .
Item accepted for information.
4.6 Award Job Order Contracts (JOC) with Hyatt Contracting Inc., RCI General Engineering,
Knife River Construction, and Franklin Construction, Inc.
JOC is an alternative project delivery process that allows contractors to complete many
projects with a single bid. Public Contract Code section 20128.5 allows the County to
implement a JOC services process to select vendors to complete specific individual
projects for repairs, maintenance, and other repetitive work according to fixed unit prices
under a single umbrella contract executed by the Board of Supervisors.
On July 29, 2025, the Board of Supervisors authorized the Department of Public Works to
advertise bids for JOC. Up to four JOC contracts may be awarded through this solicitation.
While there is no minimum guarantee, each contractor will have an opportunity to perform
job orders totaling at least $50,000 each during the contract term. All job orders over
$500,000 will be returned to the Board for additional approval. JOC was advertised on July
29, 2025, and six bids were received on August 19, 2025. Hyatt Contracting, Inc. of
Marysville; RCI General Engineering of Oroville; Knife River Construction of Chico; and
Franklin Construction, Inc. of Chico were the four most responsive and responsible
bidders. Under Public Contract Code section 20128.5 and the current California Consumer
Price Index, each contract has a term of one year and a maximum contract value of
$6,210,093.
The Department recommends the Board award JOC contracts to Hyatt Contracting, Inc.,
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RCI General Engineering, Knife River Construction, and Franklin Construction, Inc., and
authorize the Director of Public Works to sign the contracts. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC
WORKS)
Action Requested - 1) AWARD CONTRACTS (4); AND 2) AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR
OF PUBLIC WORKS TO SIGN THE CONTRACTS.
Josh Pack, Director of Public Works, presented this item to the Board.
There was no public comment received for this item.
Action: 1) AWARD CONTRACTS (4); AND 2) AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR OF
PUBLIC WORKS TO SIGN THE CONTRACTS.
Motion: Supervisor Connelly
Second: Supervisor Durfee
Motion passed unanimously.
4.7 Ordinance Authorizing an Amendment to the Contract with the California Public
Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) (Second Reading)
Adoption 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 - ADOPT ORDINANCE AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Sheri Waters, Director of Human Resources, presented this item to the Board.
There was no public comment received for this item.
Action: ADOPT ORDINANCE AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Motion: Supervisor Durfee
Second: Supervisor Connelly
Motion passed unanimously.
4.8 Employment Contracts for Assistant County Clerk-Recorders
The Clerk-Recorder’s Office recommends approving the employment contracts for the
Assistant County Clerk-Recorders, Madison Wyman and Cynthia D. Wilde. The contracts
include salaries of $148,574.40 (Step 7) and $140,982.40 (Step 6) for the incumbents,
respectively. The terms of the contracts are September 20, 2025 through September 19,
2028.
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These contracts incorporate benefits described in the current At-Will Appointed Officials
Salary and Benefits Resolution. (CLERK-RECORDER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT CONTRACTS (2) AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Keaton Denlay, Clerk-Recorder, presented this item to the Board.
There was no Public Comment received for this item.
Action: APPROVE AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT CONTRACTS (2) AND AUTHORIZE
THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Motion: Supervisor Durfee
Second: Supervisor Teeter
Motion passed unanimously.
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)
The following members of the public submitted Public Comment: John
Stonebraker.
4.11 Items Removed from the Consent Agenda for Board Consideration and Action
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND TIMED ITEMS
NONE.
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
BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MINUTES – SEPTEMBER 9, 2025
M. Public Health Director
N. Public Works Director
O. Water & Resource Conservation Director
6.2 Actual Litigation Pursuant to Gov. Code sec. 54956.9(d)(1) - One Case
Daniel Angel v. Butte County; Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No.
ADJ19914068 (Claim Number: 2497100007). (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
6.3 Workers’ Compensation Liability Claims Pursuant to Gov. Code Sec. 54956.95 (a) – One
Claim
Jennifer Celentano; Workers’ Compensation Claim, Claim Number: 2597100033
(DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
6.4 Closed Session Public Comment
There being no further business before the Board, the
meeting adjourned. The Butte County Board of Supervisors
will reconvene at the next regular meeting, scheduled for
September 30, 2025.
ATTEST:
Andy Pickett, Chief Administrative Officer and
Clerk of the Board
Tod Kimmelshue, Chair
Butte County Board of Supervisors
Deputy
Assistant Clerk of the Board