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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
AUGUST 26, 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
• Item 3.12.b – Item has been pulled and will be brought back at a later date.
• Item 3.5 b – Item has been pulled and will be brought back at a later date.
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.
There was no public comment received for this item.
Action: ADOPT THE CONSENT AGENDA.
Motion: Supervisor Durfee
Second: Supervisor Ritter
Motion passed unanimously.
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3.1. County Administration
3.1.a Approval of Board of Supervisors Meeting Minutes
Submitted for approval are the July 29, 2025 and the August 12, 2025 Board of
Supervisors Meeting Minutes. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE JULY 29, 2025 AND THE AUGUST 12, 2025 BOARD
OF SUPERVISORS MEETING MINUTES.
3.2. County Counsel's Office
3.2.a Contract Amendment with Griffith, Masuda & Hobbs, a Professional Law Corporation for
Attorney Services
On October 21, 2014, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with Griffith, Masuda,
& Hobbs, a Professional Law Corporation, for specialized legal services related to County
water issues. Since that time, the Board has approved five amendments, extending the
contract through June 30, 2026, and adjusting hourly rates over time. County Counsel
recommends the Board approve an amendment to the contract with Griffith, Masuda, &
Hobbs to update the list of assigned personnel, adjust hourly rates, and extend the term by
three years, through June 30, 2028. Hourly rates will remain unchanged for FY 2025-26,
ranging from $96 to $300 per hour. Annual increases will apply in subsequent years, with
rates ranging from $100 to $315 per hour in FY 2026-27, and from $105 to $330 in FY
2027-28. All other terms remain the same. (COUNTY COUNSEL)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.3. County Library
3.3.a Resolution Recognizing September 2025 as Library Card Sign-Up Month
Library Card Sign-Up Month is held nationwide every September. This year's theme, "One
Card, Endless Possibilities," is a reminder that libraries are for everyone, no matter your
age, background or goals. Getting a library card is free, easy and empowering. The County
Library recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution proclaiming September
2025 as Library Card Sign-Up Month, encouraging all members of the community to sign
up for a library card. (LIBRARY)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.4. Department of Agriculture
3.4.a Cooperative Agreement with the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) for
Weed Management
The CDFA has awarded funding to establish, develop, and maintain Weed Management
Areas (WMAs) in Butte County and carry out the WMA’s integrated weed management
plan. The project focuses on work to control and eradicate state-designated noxious, non-
native invasive weeds. Priority species include, but are not limited to; Ludwigia Decurrens,
Sesbania Puncicea, Lythrum Salicaria, Alternanthera Philoxeroides, and Bergia Capensis.
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The term of the revenue agreement is July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2028, not-to-exceed
$119,990. (DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.5. Department of Behavioral Health
3.5.a Agreements and Resolutions with Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) for the
Mental Health Plan (MHP) and Drug Medi-Cal (DMC)
DHCS administers MHP and DMC plans for the counties of California. DHCS requires the
Department of Behavioral Health to enter into agreements which describe terms and
conditions to remain in compliance with the regulations and provision of specialty mental
health services and substance-use disorder treatment to Medi-Cal members under MHP
and DMC plans.
DHCS requires resolutions authorizing the Director of Behavioral Health to sign the
agreements. DHCS works closely with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
(CMS) and the County Behavioral Health Directors Association of California on the
development of this agreement. CMS approved the version of the Mental Health Plan
agreement pursuant to the Medicaid Managed Care regulations. The Department
recommends the Board approve two new agreements with DHCS for the provision of
specialty mental health and substance-use disorders treatment to Butte County Medi-Cal
members. The term of the agreements is July 1, 2025, through December 31,
2026. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE AGREEMENTS (2); AND 2) ADOPT RESOLUTIONS (2)
AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.5.b Managed Care Agreements with BHC Heritage Oaks Hospital, Inc. dba Heritage Oaks
Hospital (Heritage Oaks) and BHC Sierra Vista Hospital, Inc. dba Sierra Vista Hospital
(Sierra Vista) for Inpatient Hospitalization Services
Heritage Oaks operates a licensed 125-bed acute psychiatric hospital. Sierra Vista
operates a licensed 171-bed acute psychiatric hospital. Both psychiatric health facilities
include diagnostic assessment; psychiatric treatment; rapid stabilization and maintenance
of mental health conditions; coordinated discharge planning; and transitional planning with
referrals to appropriate post-hospitalization settings for clients referred by the Department
of Behavioral Health. Managed care agreements are state-mandated. The State requires
agreements to be fully executed by the governing board of each psychiatric health facility
before notification to the State of the contracted rates. Once an agreement is executed, all
other counties contracting with the facility utilize those rates. Due to these requirements,
managed care agreements are approved retroactively.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve managed care
agreements with Heritage Oaks and Sierra Vista for inpatient hospitalization services. The
term of each agreement is date of execution through June 30, 2027. The not-to-exceed for
Heritage Oaks is $222,930 and the not-to-exceed for Sierra Vista is $252,632. The
agreements are not specifically measured in terms of the number of clients served, as the
length of stay varies based on each client's specific needs. (DEPARTMENT OF
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BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENTS (2) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE AGENDA.
3.6. Department of Child Support Services
3.6.a Request to Adjust Public Office Hours for Departmental All-Staff Meetings
The Department of Child Support Services is requesting approval from the Board of
Supervisors to adjust regular public office hours on September 11, 2025 and March 19,
2026 to accommodate departmental All-Staff Meetings.
Regular Public Hours:
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Adjusted Public Hours:
- Open: 8:00 am - 2:30 pm
- Closed for All-Staff Meeting: 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Reopen: 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
This adjustment will allow all department employees to attend the meeting in person,
ensuring consistent communication, equal access to training, and full participation in
discussions and activities. During the closure, call center operations will be maintained by
routing incoming calls to other regional child support call centers, in accordance with
established protocols. (DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SUPPORT SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE ADJUSTED PUBLIC OFFICE HOURS.
3.7. Department of Development Services
3.7.a Lot Line Adjustment, Rescission of Existing Williamson Act Agreement, and Approval of
New Williamson Act Agreements (2)
Robert and Jo Anne Kidd applied for a lot line adjustment on APNs 039-250-068 and 039-
250-069. The parcels are located on the west side of Holland Avenue and north of Hanlon
Road, south of Durham. The Land Conservation Act Advisory Committee reviewed the lot
line adjustment on June 2, 2025, and found it consistent with Butte County Uniform Rules
and Procedures for Implementing the Williamson Act. The Committee recommended
rescission of the existing Williamson Act agreement and simultaneous approval of two new
agreements for almond production, based on one parcel being owned by the Jo Anne Kidd
Trust, Jo Anne C. Kidd, Trustee, and one parcel being owned by the Robert D. Kidd Trust,
Robert D. Kidd, Trustee. The making of Williamson Act agreements is exempt from review
under the California Environmental Quality Act per Categorical Exemption 15317 Open
Space Contracts or Easements. (DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES)
Action Requested - 1) DETERMINE THAT THE LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT IS
CONSISTENT WITH THE WILLIAMSON ACT; 2) RESCIND EXISTING CONTRACT; AND
3) APPROVE AGREEMENTS (2) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
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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:
County Counsel: Delete 1 flexibly staffed Legal Secretary I/II - Confidential position and
add 1 Paralegal - Confidential position. These changes will better suit the current and
future needs of the department. The increased cost of these changes is estimated to be
$6,045 this fiscal year, which will be funded by salary savings. Total allocations to remain
unchanged.
Public Health: Delete 1 Client Services Technician and add 1 flexibly staffed Administrative
Assistant or Senior Administrative Assistant position. This change allows for greater
flexibility for recruitment and retention.The estimated annual cost associated with this
change is an increase of $3,185. The additional cost will be covered with state and federal
grant funding. Total allocations to remain unchanged. (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN
RESOURCES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.9. Department of Public Health
3.9.a Grant Agreement with California Department of Public Health (CDPH) for Women, Infant
and Children (WIC) Program
The Department of Public Health has been awarded grant funding from CDPH to
participate in the WIC program. WIC is a federally funded program under the United States
Department of Agriculture which provides nutrition education, vouchers for nutritious foods,
lactation support, and healthcare referrals for income eligible women who are pregnant or
postpartum, infants, and children up to age 5 who are at nutritional risk. WIC provides
healthy foods to supplement the dietary needs of participants to ensure good health and
development.
WIC is budgeted to carry an average monthly caseload of 5,850 clients. Butte County has
20 food vendors authorized throughout the State to participate in the WIC program.
Additionally, WIC participates in the annual Farmers Market Nutrition Program to distribute
vouchers in support of Butte County's local farmers and provide participants with an
opportunity to purchase local fresh fruits and vegetables. Butte County has two authorized
farmers markets and 21 authorized farmers that participate in the program.
Funding from the grant is utilized to pay costs associated with the WIC program, such as
staff time, facility costs, and education and outreach materials. The Department
recommends entering into a grant agreement with CDPH to receive grant funding. The
term of the grant agreement is October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2028, not-to-
exceed $6,989,446. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE GRANT AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
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3.9.b Resolution Continuing 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.
3.9.c Resolution Establishing a Revolving (Imprest Cash) Fund for the Tobacco Grant Program
Operations
The Department of Public Health was awarded grant funds by the California Department of
Justice (DOJ) to build infrastructure to support the enforcement of retail tobacco laws with
County Public Health Code Enforcement officers. The purpose of the grant is to prevent
youth access to tobacco products by conducting retailer inspections, coordinating youth
decoy operations, documenting violations, and ensuring compliance with local tobacco
control ordinances. The goal is to reduce illegal tobacco sales and promote public health in
the unincorporated areas of the County. Youth decoy operations at tobacco retailers will
require cash transactions. California Government Code, Section 29320 et seq. provides for
the establishment of revolving funds in amounts determined by resolution of the Board of
Supervisors. The grant will provide the funding for the revolving fund.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors establish a revolving fund in the
amount of $250 for the purpose of the Tobacco Grant Program
operations. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
3.9.d Health Care Program for Children in Foster Care (Health Care Program) and California
Children's Services (CCS) Annual Plan and Certification
The California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) guidelines and regulations
require the Department of Public Health to annually sign the Certification Statements
agreeing to comply with all applicable provisions of the Health and Safety Code, Welfare
and Institutions Code, and the Integrated Systems of Care Plan and Fiscal Guidelines
Manual for the Health Care and CCS programs. The Health Care Program provides a
Public Health Nurse to coordinate the healthcare needs of children in foster care, such as
their developmental, dental, and mental health needs. The CCS program provides
specialized medical care and medical case management for children with medically eligible
conditions who meet the program criteria and is also required to prepare an Integrated
Systems of Care Division (ISCD) plan which includes an administrative budget summary.
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The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve the annual certification
statements; approve the submission of the CCS ISCD budget information to DHCS; and
authorize the Director of Public Health to submit to DHCS. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC
HEALTH)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE THE CERTIFICATION STATEMENTS (2) AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN; 2) APPROVE SUBMISSION OF THE BUDGET PLAN
TO DHCS; AND 3) AUTHORIZE THE SUBMISSION OF THE DOCUMENTS TO DHCS.
3.10. Probation Department
3.10.a Capital Asset Purchase and Budget Amendment for TruNarc Handheld Narcotics Analyzer
The Probation Department recommends approval of a capital asset and budget
amendment to purchase a TruNarc Handheld Narcotics Analyzer to be placed at the Butte
County Probation Department. In response to the growing threat of fentanyl and other
dangerous narcotics impacting our community, this advanced tool will enhance officer
safety and efficiency by enabling rapid, on-site identification of over 530 priority and illicit
substances, all without the need for user interpretation or physical contact with the
material. The purchase will be funded by restricted funds already received by the
Department with no impact to the General Fund.
The Department recommends that the Board approve capital asset authority for the
purchase of the narcotic analyzer, priced at $29,482, along with the corresponding budget
amendment. (PROBATION DEPARTMENT)
Action Requested - 1) AUTHORIZE CAPITAL ASSET PURCHASE; AND 2) APPROVE
BUDGET AMENDMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
3.11. Department of Public Works
3.11.a Resolution for Notice of Hearing to Vacate an Unnecessary Public Service Easement in
the Community of Nelson
The Department of Public Works has received a petition to abandon a portion of an
unnecessary public service easement located in the community of Nelson. As provided by
the County’s abandonment procedures, the Department has evaluated the request and
determined that the easement is not needed for public purposes.
The public easement is a 20-foot-wide, 240-foot-long, unoccupied public alley established
for access and public utilities located west of Sutter Street. The unimproved easement
was created as part of the alley shown in Block 12 of the "Map of the Town of Nelson" in
Butte County Records from a map that was filed with the County Recorder on February
27, 1878 (Book 1 of Maps, pg. 58). The applicant, Bruce Roberts, is the property owner of
the affected parcel (APN: 038-260-024) and intends to develop the parcel into a residence
once the easement is abandoned. The petition to vacate the parcel was signed by 15
freeholders (property owners) and submitted to the Board of Supervisors under section
8321 of the California Streets and Highways Code.
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California Government Code section 65402 requires that the proposed abandonment be
presented to the Planning Commission to determine consistency with the General Plan.
On July 24, 2025, the Planning Commission reviewed the proposed abandonment and
found the request to be in conformance with the Butte County General Plan. The
Department has prepared a resolution of intent to set the public hearing date for
September 30, 2025, at 10:00 am to consider the easement
abandonment. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
3.11.b Approval of Subdivision Map and Consideration of Public Infrastructure for Moon Tower
Estates Subdivision
The Moon Tower Estates Subdivision is located on the west side of Guynn Avenue in the
Bell Muir area northwest of the City of Chico. This is a conditionally approved 8-lot, public
street subdivision on 10 acres. Future residential uses will be served by individual septic
systems and public water (California Water Service Company). Road and stormwater
drainage maintenance services will be provided through the recent formation of a
Permanent Road Division.
The developer has complied with the conditions of approval and has completed the
required improvements. The subject map has been reviewed and approved by the County
Surveyor and has been found to conform with the Tentative Map and Butte County Code,
Chapter 20, Subdivisions. The owner's statement includes the following offers for
dedication in fee for public purposes: Moon Tower Court and Guynn Avenue. The owner's
statement includes the following offers for dedication as an easement for public purposes:
Abutter’s rights of access; Public Service Easements as defined in section 8306 of the
State of California Streets and Highways Code over, on, and under those strips of land
shown on the annexed map as "P.S.E." (Public Service Easement) for all public service
facilities, including water, sewer, drainage, gas, and communication
facilities. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE THE FINAL MAP FOR MOON TOWER ESTATES; 2)
ACCEPT ITEMS OFFERED FOR DEDICATION IN FEE FOR PUBLIC PURPOSES; AND
3) ACCEPT ITEMS OFFERED FOR DEDICATION AS AN EASEMENT FOR PUBLIC
PURPOSES.
3.12. Sheriff-Coroner's Office
3.12.a Donation from Butte County Search and Rescue
Butte County Search and Rescue acquired a 2025 Zodiac Red ERB 400 boat with a value
of $20,819 to donate to the Sheriff's Office. Search and Rescue will use the boat to assist
the Sheriff's Office when responding to calls for service. The Sheriff's Office will assume
the cost to register, maintain, and insure the boat. The Sheriff's Office recommends
accepting the donation as a capital asset. (SHERIFF-CORONER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - 1) ACCEPT CAPITAL ASSET DONATION; AND 2) ADD CAPITAL
ASSET TO CAPITAL ASSET LEDGER.
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3.12.b Contracts (4) with The Gumshoe Group (Gumshoe), Pipkin Detective Agency, Inc.
(Pipkin), Employers Investigative Services, LLC (EIS), and TruView BSI, LLC (TruView)
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/PROBATION
DEPARTMENT)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACTS (4) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE AGENDA.
3.12.c Agreement and Certification with the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) for
Federal Equitable Sharing Program
The Sheriff’s Office and the Butte Interagency Narcotics Task Force (BINTF) participate in
the Federal Equitable Sharing Program, which is part of the DOJ Asset Forfeiture
Program. This nationwide initiative helps law enforcement remove the tools of crime from
criminal organizations, deprive wrongdoers of the proceeds of their crimes, recovers
property that may be used to compensate victims, and deters criminal activity. In order to
participate in the program, an annual Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification must
be electronically filed with the DOJ by the County on behalf of the Sheriff's Office and
BINTF. The agreement and certification for FY 2024-25 have been prepared and
summarize program expenditures and revenues. In FY 2024-25, BINTF and the Sheriff's
Office received $2,204 and expended $0. The Sheriff's Office recommends approving the
Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification for FY 2024-25 and authorizing electronic
submission by staff. (SHERIFF-CORONER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE THE EQUITABLE SHARING AGREEMENT AND
CERTIFICATION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN; AND 2) AUTHORIZE
ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION.
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4. REGULAR AGENDA
4.1 Board Member/Committee Reports and Board Member Comment
Supervisor Connelly- RCRC in Sacramento and discussed biomass, met with Feather
River Recovery Alliance regarding the Army Corps of Engineers Flood Control
Manual, Fellows Club update on Veteran's Memorial Park, talk by Historian JD
McInturf, worked on Berry Creek issues, and thanked Code Enforcement for working
on illegal camping issues in Berry Creek.
Supervisor Durfee - Calls with constituent issues, worked with Director Pack regarding
flooding and various staff members, spoke with constituents regarding stop-sign
placement, and spoke with CHP about enforcement on Kiefer Road.
Supervisor Ritter - Attended Air Quality agenda review, Continuum of Care meeting,
swearing in ceremony for Ruby Newman as new Superior Court Judge, meeting with
Senior Legislation Representative on aging with disability Bill, Rotary regarding
Behavioral Health and services in Butte County, Passages Adult Resource Council
Board, tour of Peg Taylor Center, Behavioral Health Advisory Board meeting,
attended groundbreaking for CARD Aquatics and Recreation Center, NACo West
Zoom meeting, and First 5 Commission meeting. Supervisor Ritter further thanked
General Services for their quick service and also thanked the library staff for being at
the Farmer's Market.
Supervisor Teeter - Attended Golden State Natural Resources meeting in Sonora,
Firesafe Safety Council tour of Concow and Yankee Hill, online interview with reporter
regarding LA regarding sirens, agenda overview meeting on Sierra Nevada
Conservancy, discussed Veteran's Hall building issues, and attended community
meeting in Sterling City regarding road issues.
Supervisor Kimmelshue - Attended the Sutter Butte Flood Control Agency meeting,
attended a presentation regarding the Army Corps of Engineers Flood Control
Manual, coffee with CalWater and community leaders, ribbon cutting for the new
science building at Butte College, and attended the Butte County Fair. Chair
Kimmelshue further thanked Supervisor Ritter and Scott Kennelly for attending Chico
Rotary to discuss Behavioral Health, and on Wednesday he stated that he would be
honored at the Gridley American Legion meeting, representing the County for the
building improvements that were made.
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.
The following members of the public submitted Public Comment: (In Person)
Diana Dreiss, The Cameraman and John Stonebraker, Chris Rauen, Peggy
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Moak, Chris Greenz, Pete Moak, Jenny Lowry, Dot Morris, Wayne Souza, and
Brian Boyer. (Electronically) Diana Dreiss, Robin Keehn, Teri Rubiolo, Kit
Corbett, Meralee and George Cox, Peggy Moak, Anthony Salzarulo, Cheryl
Almeida, Chris Farmer, Clara Lowe, Dot Morris, Amber Pierce, Carroll, Curtis
and Tara Ramelli, Renate Stepro, Johnny and Suzie Casper, Dave Conway,
Emilia Erickson, Susan Heffernan, Amanda Pyle, Jason Romer, Yankee Hill
Firesafe Council, Konkow Partners, Camelot Owners Association, Michael,
Barbara and Skylor Swenson, and Robert and Judy Saville.
4.3 Appointment to the In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Advisory Committee
The IHSS Advisory Committee provides recommendations, initiates proposals, and
forwards them to the Board of Supervisors on the preferred modes of service to be utilized
in the County for IHSS. Additionally, the Advisory Committee provides recommendations to
any administrative body in the County related to the delivery and administration of IHSS,
including the governing body and administrative agency of the Public Authority, nonprofit
consortium, contractor, and public employees. The Advisory Committee consists of 11
members composed of a combination of IHSS recipients, providers, community/agency
members, and/or County staff.
Two applications have been received; one from Mark Gordon who is requesting
reappointment as a Recipient Member, and one from Emily Upton, Program Manager for
the Department of Employment and Social Services, who has applied to fill a vacant
unexpired term as Butte County Representative. If appointed, both applicants would serve
a term ending December 31, 2027. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPOINT MARK GORDON TO THE IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE
SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE AS RECIPIENT MEMBER, AND EMILY UPTON AS
BUTTE COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE, TO EACH SERVE A TERM ENDING DECEMBER
31, 2027.
Melissa Kitts, Assistant Clerk of the Board, presented this item to the Board.
No public comment was received for this item.
Action Requested - APPOINT MARK GORDON TO THE IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE
SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE AS RECIPIENT MEMBER AND EMILY
UPTON AS BUTTE COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE TO EACH SERVE A TERM
ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2027.
Motion: Supervisor Ritter
Second: Supervisor Teeter
Motion passed unanimously.
4.4 Resolutions to Establish Library Fine Amnesty Month and a Two-Year Fine-Free Library
Pilot Program
Library fines and fees are traditionally used to encourage the timely return of materials and
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to help offset the cost of replacing unreturned items. However, replacement costs for lost
materials far exceed the revenue generated from fines and fees, allowing the County
Library to replace only 10% of unreturned items. To address this challenge and better
serve the community, the County Library is proposing a fine and fee amnesty program
during September 2025, along with the launch of a two-year fine-free library pilot program.
The Department’s goals are to recover overdue materials, re-engage community members
whose library accounts are currently blocked due to fines, and promote the library and its
wide range of services. Similar programs implemented by other library systems have
resulted in a significant increase in the return of overdue and missing materials. The
Department recommends approval of the proposed amnesty and fine-free
programs. (LIBRARY)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTIONS (2) AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Misty Wright, Director of Libraries, presented this item to the Board.
No public comment was received for this item.
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTIONS (2) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
Motion: Supervisor Durfee
Second: Supervisor Connelly
The Board unanimously adopted the Resolutions for the Proposed Amnesty
Month and a One-Year Fine Free Library Pilot Program.
4.5 Agency Response to FY 2024-25 Grand Jury Report
To comply with Penal Code Sections 933 and 933.05, staff has prepared a draft Board of
Supervisors response to the findings and recommendations contained in the FY 2024-25
Grand Jury Report.
It is recommended that the Board review, consider, and approve the response for submittal
to the Court. Alternatively, the Board can direct staff to make revisions and return for
Board approval at the September 9, 2025 meeting. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGENCY RESPONSE TO GRAND JURY REPORT AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN OR PROVIDE DIRECTION FOR STAFF TO MAKE
REVISIONS AND RETURN FOR BOARD APPROVAL AT THE SEPTEMBER 9, 2025
MEETING.
Briana Harvey-Butterfield, Deputy Administrative Officer, presented this item to
the Board.
No public comment was received for this item.
Action Requested - APPROVE AGENCY RESPONSE TO GRAND JURY AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN OR PROVIDE DIRECTION FOR STAFF TO
BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MINUTES – AUGUST 26, 2025
MAKE REVISIONS AND RETURN FOR BOARD APPROVAL AT THE SEPTEMBER
9, 2025 MEETING.
Motion: Supervisor Connelly
Second: Supervisor Durfee
The Board unanimously approved the agency response to the Grand Jury and
authorized the Chair to Sign.
4.6 Presentation on the Implementation of the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA)
In March 2024, BHSA was passed by California voters to reform the Mental Health
Services Act (MHSA). A critical component of BHSA changes the way that MHSA dollars
are allocated, creating a three-category funding plan as follows: Behavioral Health
Services and Supports, Housing, and Full-Service Partnerships. This new funding plan
redistributes funding away from programs allocated under MHSA to housing projects and
programs for the seriously mentally ill who are experiencing homelessness. BHSA also
modifies funding eligibility for program areas. These changes will result in a substantial
number of programs no longer receiving funding in 2026 and an increase in housing
projects and programs. The Department of Behavioral Health has prepared a presentation
on progress toward the implementation of BHSA and its impacts. (DEPARTMENT OF
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION.
Scott Kennelly, Director of Behavioral Health, presented this item to the Board.
The following member of the public submitted Public Comment: Bryan Boyer.
Action Requested - ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION
The Board accepted for information.
4.7 Resolution Accepting Donation of Improvements to Fire Station 38 from Golden Feather
Volunteer Fire Company
In December 2022, the Golden Feather Volunteer Fire Company began an effort to make
much-needed repairs to Fire Station 38 in Concow. After soliciting grants, collecting
donations, and providing labor, Fire Station 38 has been significantly improved. These
improvements include the demolition of the exterior staircase to commercial code
standards, replacement of the upper and lower entrance doors, installation of a concrete
apron around the structure and a concrete pad providing accessible parking. Additionally,
hazardous trees were removed, the structure was painted, interior and exterior lighting was
improved, the bathroom was repaired, rain gutters were installed, the property was graded
and road base was added and compacted throughout the area. In all, the value of these
improvements is conservatively estimated at $104,774. (DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL
SERVICES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MINUTES – AUGUST 26, 2025
Michael Hodson, Director of General Services, presented this item to the Board.
The following members of the public submitted Public Comment: Peggy Moak.
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
Motion: Supervisor Teeter
Second: Supervisor Connelly
Motion passes unanimously.
4.8 Amendment to the Job Order Contract with Mesa Energy Systems, Inc. dba EMCOR
(EMCOR) to Increase Maximum Contract Value and Notice to Proceed for Exterior
Waterproofing, Restroom Remodel, and Multi-HVAC Redesign at 7 County Center Drive
(CC7) in Oroville
On November 12, 2024, the Board of Supervisors approved seven contracts under the
2025 Job Order Contracting (JOC) program. To date, five contracts have been utilized with
a potential job order total cost of $9,352,183. Additional job orders are anticipated through
the remainder of the 2025 calendar year. Each contract was approved with a maximum
value of $2,000,000 for the one-year term. The contract with EMCOR will exceed this limit
primarily due to the construction at CC7, the 2081 Second Street HVAC project in Oroville,
and the Fire Station 66 HVAC project in Oroville. The Department of General Services
recommends amending EMCOR’s contract to increase the maximum contract value by
$2,000,000 for a revised not-to-exceed total of $4,000,000. All other terms and conditions
remain the same.
CC7 in Oroville houses the Development Services and Public Works departments. The
Department has selected EMCOR under the JOC program to complete a number of
overdue repairs at CC7, including: a new roof, fixing and waterproofing the building’s
exterior surfaces to prevent water damage, remodeling staff restrooms, and installing new
HVAC units along with redesigning the interior air duct system. The Department
recommends the Board approve the Notices to Proceed with EMCOR for each construction
project at CC7, and appoint the Director of General Services as the officer of the
project. (DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE AMENDED CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR
TO SIGN; 2) APPROVE BOTH NOTICES TO PROCEED FOR CC7 AND AUTHORIZE
THE CHAIR TO SIGN; AND 3) APPOINT DIRECTOR OF GENERAL SERVICES AS
OFFICER OF THE PROJECT.
Michael Hodson, Director of General Services, presented this item to the Board.
There was no public comment received for this item.
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE AMENDED CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN; 2) APPROVE BOTH NOTICES TO PROCEED FOR CC7 AND
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AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN; AND 3) APPOINT DIRECTOR OF GENERAL
SERVICES AS OFFICER OF THE PROJECT.
Motion: Supervisor Durfee
Second: Supervisor Teeter
Motion passes 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)
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 - Resolution Adopting Service Charges for County Service
Areas (CSAs) and Permanent Road Divisions (PRDs) for Fiscal Year 2025-26
CSAs and PRDs are a type of dependent special district governed by the Board of
Supervisors. Some CSAs and PRDs are funded by service charges to property owners
within the district. These service charges are set annually by the Board based on needs as
anticipated in the adopted CSA and PRD budgets. The process for establishing charges is
laid out in Government Code section 25215.5 for CSAs, and Streets and Highway Code
section 1178 for PRDs.
The Departments of General Services, Public Health, and Public Works manage the areas
funded with service charges and prepare an annual budget for anticipated expenses in that
given year. Based on these budgets, the recommended parcel charges are calculated.
These charges cannot exceed the maximum voter-approved amount previously
established pursuant to Proposition 218 election (the Right to Vote on Taxes Act). Four
CSAs and one PRD are recommended to receive parcel service charge increases for fiscal
year 2025-26; CSAs 82, 141, 169 Z2, 172, and PRD Z5.
County Administration recommends the Board adopt the proposed parcel service charges
as laid out in Exhibit A of the Resolution. Service charges are posted online at
https://www.buttecounty.net/161/Documents-Resources. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Supervisor Durfee recuses himself and leaves the room at 10:02 am.
Leanne Hancock, Management Analyst II, presented this item to the Board.
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
Motion: Supervisor Ritter
Second: Supervisor Teeter
BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MINUTES – AUGUST 26, 2025
Motion passed by a 4-0-1 vote (Supervisors Connelly, Ritter, Teeter and Chair
Kimmelshue; Nays: None; Absent: Supervisor Durfee).
Supervisor Durfee rejoined the session and is seated at 10:06 am.
6. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CLOSED SESSION
6.1 Public Employee Employment, Appointment, Recruitment, Performance Evaluations,
Including Goals, Discipline/Dismissal/Release, Pursuant to Government Code Section
54957
A. Agricultural Commissioner
B. Behavioral Health Director
C. Chief Administrative Officer
D. Chief Probation Officer
E. Child Support Services Director
F. County Counsel
G. Development Services Director
H. Employment and Social Services Director
I. General Services Director
J. Human Resources Director
K. Information Systems Director
L. Library Director
M. Public Health Director
N. Public Works Director
O. Water & Resource Conservation Director
6.2 Conference with Labor Negotiators pursuant to Government code section 54957.6
Agency
Designated
Representatives:
Jack Hughes, Sheri Waters, Aaron Quin and Andy Pickett
Employee
Organizations:
Teamsters - General Unit; Teamsters - Social Services Workers Unit;
Teamsters - Mid Management Unit; Butte County Probation Peace
Officers Association; Butte County Probation Peace Officers
Association - Management Unit; Butte County Professional Employees’
Association; Butte County Deputy Sheriff’s Association - General Unit;
Butte County Deputy Sheriff’s Association - Management/Supervisory
Unit; Butte County Correctional Officers Association - General Unit;
Butte County Correctional Officers Association - Supervisory Unit;
Skilled Trades Unit; Butte County Deputy District Attorneys Association -
Attorney Unit; Confidential Employee Unit; Non-Represented Employee
Unit; Board of Supervisors Executive Assistants
6.3 Closed Session Public Comment
BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MINUTES – AUGUST 26, 2025
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 9, 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