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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
JUNE 24, 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 for
item 3.2.b, 3.2.d and 3.2.e.
Action: ADOPT THE CONSENT AGENDA.
Motion: Supervisor Ritter
Second: Supervisor Teeter
Motion passed unanimously with the exception of Item No.'s. 3.3.and 3.10.a (Ayes:
Supervisors Connelly, Durfee, Ritter and Teeter; Nays: None; Recusal: Chair
Kimmelshue).
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3.1. Clerk-Recorder's Office
3.1.a Contract Amendment with Runbeck Election Services for Maintenance and Software
Service
In 2014 the Clerk-Recorder’s Office entered into a contract with Runbeck Election Services
for the purchase of an Agilis Sorting System, maintenance and software service. This unit
is vital in the processing and counting of vote by mail ballots received at each election. The
equipment and software allow for signature verification for staff and ballot tracking for
voters.
On February 13, 2018 the Board of Supervisors approved a new contract with Runbeck
Election Services for continued maintenance and software service needed to operate the
Agilis Sorting System. On June 8, 2021 the contract was amended to extend the term
through June 30, 2025 and increased the maximum payable amount.
The Department recommends amending the contract with Runbeck Election Services for
maintenance and software service. The amendment extends the term of the contract by
four years through June 30, 2029, and increases the maximum payable amount by
$209,183, not-to-exceed $458,183. All other terms remain the same. (CLERK-
RECORDER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT 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 June 10, 2025 Board of Supervisors Meeting
Minutes. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE JUNE 10, 2025 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MEETING MINUTES.
3.2.b Resolution Ratifying Local Disaster Proclamation
Andy Pickett, the Chief Administrative Officer, proclaimed a local emergency on July 2,
2024, due to the Thompson fire. The fire burned a portion of the community with a high
concentration of access and functional needs population and ultimately destroyed 34
structures. On July 25, 2024, the Chief Administrative Officer proclaimed a local
emergency for the Park Fire. The Park Fire started the afternoon of July 24, 2024, in Upper
Bidwell Park on the edge of Chico and grew quickly, requiring evacuations in North Chico,
Richardson Springs, Cohasset, Butte Meadows, and Forest Ranch. The Park Fire
destroyed 428 structures. The magnitude of the Thompson and Park Fires quickly
outpaced local capacity and each was declared a local emergency due to wildfire.
Per California Law, once the proclamation is ratified, it must be renewed every 60 days.
The Department requests the Board renew the local emergency for the Park and
Thompson Fires. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
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Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.2.c Letter of Opposition to AB 690 (Schultz)
AB 690 proposes significant changes to how counties contract for indigent defense
services. While Butte County supports efforts to ensure high-quality legal representation
for indigent clients, this bill would significantly disrupt the County’s long-established and
effective consortium-based model. Under this model, private attorneys are compensated
through fixed monthly payments, providing cost predictability, administrative efficiency, and
flexibility in managing fluctuating caseloads. AB 690 includes provisions that would require
compensation to be tied to case volume, prohibit flat-fee contracts, and impose new
reporting obligations. These changes would increase administrative burden, reduce the
attractiveness of contracts to qualified attorneys, and undermine service continuity. Staff
recommend approval of the letter of opposition. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE LETTER OF OPPOSITION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR
TO SIGN.
3.2.d Letter of Opposition to AB 1337 (Ward)
AB 1337 would expand legal liability by imposing the Information Practices Act upon local
governments and revising its provisions in a way that invites litigation. It would complicate
data sharing among local governments and the state and put public agencies at risk of
losing federal funds by prohibiting data sharing with the federal government unless
authorized by state law. Additionally, AB 1337 would restrict responses to illegal activity by
requiring local agencies to obtain permission from a suspect before they could report them
to law enforcement if they learned about the suspect’s identity through the provision of
public services. Additionally, the measure provides no resources or time to comply, as the
bill would take effect just a few months after enactment. Staff recommend approval of a
letter of opposition. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE LETTER OF OPPOSITION AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
3.2.e Letter of Opposition to SB 777 (Richardson)
SB 777 would require local agencies to assume responsibility for abandoned privately-
operated cemeteries. An abandoned cemetery has likely not been appropriately
maintained and would require considerable investment to make it safe for public use. SB
777 transfers fiscal responsibility for a cemetery from a private owner to local taxpayers
without public input or recourse. Local taxpayers would be responsible for a cemetery’s
condition, its maintenance, and its contracts – without any choice in the matter – in
perpetuity. Staff recommend approval of the letter of opposition. (COUNTY
ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE LETTER OF OPPOSITION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR
TO SIGN.
3.2.f Letter of Support for Chico Velo Trail Project Grant Application
Chico Velo has requested a letter of support for a grant application they are submitting to
PG&E. If awarded, the grant would provide for the creation of additional multi-use trails,
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trail maintenance and educational programming at the Colby Mountain Recreation Project
in the Lassen National Forest near Jonesville. It would be managed by Chico Velo with the
goal of providing both recreational opportunities and educational experiences focused on
watershed conservation and healthy forest management for elementary school students.
Staff recommend approval of a letter of support. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE LETTER OF SUPPORT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
3.3. Department of Behavioral Health
3.3.a Agreement with Chico State Enterprises (CSE) for the Passages Connection Program
(Passages)
CSE is a private nonprofit corporation that serves as an auxiliary of California State
University, Chico. Passages provides outreach and support services to older adults and
their caregivers who are experiencing significant emotional disturbances or serious mental
illness. Passages works to reduce the stigma around mental illness and treatment,
promote recognition and early intervention of mental health challenges, decrease the
incidence of psychological crises, and decrease the risk of suicide.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an agreement with CSE
for outreach and support services to older adults within the County. The agreement meets
the sole source solicitation exemption. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2025, through
June 30, 2026, not-to-exceed $157,516. Under the agreement, CSE has a measurable
goal of providing services to a minimum of 50 clients in the fiscal year. (DEPARTMENT OF
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.3.b Agreements (3) with Butte County Office of Education (BCOE), North Valley Community
Foundation (NVCF), and Paradise Unified School District (PUSD) for Mental Health and
Outreach Services
The Department of Behavioral Health received a grant award from the Behavioral Health
Services Oversight & Accountability Commission for Behavioral Health Student Services
Act funding. This grant award expands access to mental health services for children and
youth, integrating campus-based services. To facilitate the specified services under the
grant, the Department contracts with BCOE, PUSD, and NVCF for location-specific
services under sole source solicitation exceptions. NVCF is a community-integrated youth
service provider with the capacity and relationship to support mental health outreach.
BCOE and PUSD provide outreach services to students which promote access to mental
health services. Emphasis is placed on reaching a targeted population, including those
children and youth who are in foster care, those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual,
transgender, or queer, and those who have been expelled or suspended from school.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve agreements with BCOE,
NVCF and PUSD to provide outreach for mental health services to children and youth. The
term of each agreement is July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. The BCOE agreement is
not-to-exceed $372,747, the NVCF agreement is not-to-exceed $292,307, and the PUSD
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agreement is not-to-exceed $583,626 (total amount of $1,248,680). (DEPARTMENT OF
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENTS (3) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
3.3.c Agreement with Skyway House, Inc. (Skyway House) for Residential Substance-Use
Disorder Recovery Services
Skyway House is a substance use disorder facility that provides long-term residential
recovery program services to clients in urgent need of care. Skyway House is licensed by
the State of California and serves individuals and families in the treatment of substance-
use disorders and provides treatment that is founded on evidence-based curriculum and
offered in a therapeutic environment. Skyway House clients work in close collaboration
with treatment teams to set short-term and long-term goals, evaluate progress, and
determine how best to prepare for lifelong success. Due to an emergent need for these
services, the Department of Behavioral Health contracts with all available residential
substance-use disorder providers through an all-inclusive solicitation exception. The
Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an agreement with Skyway
House for residential substance-use disorder recovery services. The term of the
agreement is July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, not-to-exceed
$132,239. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.3.d Agreements (2) with Caminar for State Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) and County-led
Vocational Rehabilitation Services
The DOR contracts with Butte County to provide client services and to administer
agreements with select providers to augment the State's Vocational Rehabilitation
Program. The Department of Behavioral Health contracts with Caminar under the
provisions and budget set forth by DOR to provide rehabilitation 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
rehabilitation vocational services. These services include employment preparation, job
development, and placement training within the County. In January 2023, the Department
released an RFP for County-led vocational services. The RFP is good for three years. The
Department received two responses; Dreamcatchers of Fairfield, CA and Caminar of
Chico, CA. The RFP was awarded to both respondents. The agreements for
Dreamcatchers were approved by the Board of Supervisors on June 10, 2025.
The Department recommends the Board approve two agreements with Caminar for DOR
and County-led rehabilitation vocational services. The term of each agreement is July 1,
2025, through June 30, 2026. The DOR services agreement is not-to-exceed $153,871,
and the County-led services agreement is not-to-exceed $324,981 (total amount of
$478,852). Under the agreements, Caminar has measurable goals to provide supported
employment vocational training and vocational rebabilitation services. (DEPARTMENT OF
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
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Action Requested - APPROVE TWO (2) AGREEMENTS AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR
TO SIGN.
3.3.e Amendment and Agreement with Environmental Alternatives dba Family Services for
Specialty Mental Health Services
The Department of Behavioral Health contracts with available short-term, residential,
therapeutic program facilities for children's specialty mental health services under an all-
inclusive solicitation exception. Family Services is a nonprofit organization licensed by the
State of California to provide specialty mental health treatment and support services for
children and families requiring short-term specialty mental health placement.
On June 11, 2024, the Board of Supervisors approved an agreement with Family Services
for specialty mental health services. Services include individual counseling, crisis services,
foster care support, medication support, and case management. The term of the
agreement is July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, not-to-exceed $199,056. Due to a
substantial increase in services in the current fiscal year, the Department of Behavioral
Health recommends the Board approve an amendment to increase the maximum payable
amount by $165,000, not-to-exceed $364,056. All other terms remain the same.
The Department recommends the Board approve a new agreement with Family Services
for specialty mental health services. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2025, through
June 30, 2026, not-to-exceed $315,148 (total increase of $480,148). (DEPARTMENT OF
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN
AND; 2) APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.3.f Agreement with North Valley Catholic Social Service (NVCSS) for Specialty Mental Health
Services for Medi-Cal Eligible Youth
In May 2023, the Department of Behavioral Health published a RFP for specialty mental
health services for Medi-Cal eligible youth. The RFP is valid for three years. The
Department received five responses: Youth for Change of Chico, CA; Victor Community
Support Services of Chico, CA; Counseling Solutions of Chico, CA; NVCSS of Chico, CA;
and Environmental Alternatives of Quincy, CA. Four respondents were awarded and the
Board of Supervisors approved agreements with Youth for Change, Victor Community
Support services, and Counseling Solutions on June 10, 2025. NVCSS provides specialty
mental health services for youth, including individual counseling, case management, and
crisis intervention as part of the State’s mandated services. The Department recommends
the Board approve an agreement with NVCSS for specialty mental health services to Medi-
Cal eligible youth. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, not-
to-exceed $898,899. This agreement is not measured by the number of clients served as
client needs vary. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.3.g Agreement with Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital LLC for Inpatient Services
Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital LLC is a licensed 90-bed acute care psychiatric
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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. Managed care agreements are state-
mandated. The Department of Healthcare Services (DHCS) requires counties to contract
with all providers who surpass a State-set threshold for services. Bakersfield Behavioral
Healthcare Hospital LLC surpassed the threshold in the current fiscal year. Agreement
negotiations for the current fiscal year were prolonged due to Bakersfield Behavioral
Healthcare Hospital LLC reluctance to agree to the DHCS rate structure, resulting in one
agreement spanning two fiscal years.
The Department of Behavioral Health recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an
agreement with Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital LLC for inpatient services. The
term of the contract is July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2026, not-to-exceed $80,000. 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. Department of Development Services
3.4.a Contract 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, posing a safety risk to the community. The Department of
Development Services published a Request for Quotations (RFQ) to abate a parcel located
at 5108 Big Bend Rd, Concow, and received one bid from Sierra Excavating LLC. The
Department recommends that the Board approve the contract with Sierra Excavating LLC
to abate the parcel at 5108 Big Bend Rd. in Concow. The terms of the contract are upon
execution for a term of 30 days, not-to-exceed the total of $59,725. (DEPARTMENT OF
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
3.4.b Adoption of an Ordinance Adding Chapter 57 "Declared Wildfire Local Emergency
Recovery" to the Butte County Code
On June 10, 2025, the Butte County Board of Supervisors approved the introduction of an
ordinance adding Chapter 57 to the Butte County Code, and waived the initial reading.
This ordinance enacts emergency response strategies for wildfires to ensure immediate
relief to fire survivors, mitigate the wildfire emergency, and expedite community recovery
and rebuilding. It establishes standards, requirements, and regulations that shall remain
dormant until: 1) the Board declares, or ratifies, a local emergency due to fire; 2) the Board
ratifies a local health emergency due to fire; and 3) the Governor declares a State of
Emergency in Butte County due to fire. 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 fire 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
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debris and hazard trees through a Government-sponsored program, once approved, or the
County's 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
allowing 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. The Department of
Development Services recommends the Board adopt the ordinance. (DEPARTMENT OF
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES)
Action Requested - ADOPT ORDINANCE AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.5. Department of Employment & Social Services
3.5.a MOU with California Department of Social Services (CDSS) for Employment Development
Department (EDD) Base Wage Data Sharing
On December 9, 2022, CDSS provided guidance on EDD base wage data sharing with
County Welfare Departments. By entering into an MOU with CDSS, the Department of
Employment and Social Services is permitted to utilize the base wage data to support
reporting for the California Outcomes and Accountability Review performance measures,
as well as for any county-specific evaluations or outcome analyses. Individuals identified
as current and/or former recipients of CalWORKs, CalFresh, or General
Assistance/General Relief will be evaluated. Per the request of CDSS, updates have been
made to the MOU terms to not expire unless terminated by either party with thirty-day
written notice.
The Department recommends entering into a MOU with CDSS for EDD base wage data
sharing. The term of the MOU is July 1, 2025 with no end date, at no cost to the
County. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE MOU AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.5.b Contract with the Alliance for Workforce Development (AFWD) for Subsidized Employment
Services
AFWD is a nonprofit agency that develops and administers the Subsidized Employment
Program, which provides eligible clients with work experience to assist them transitioning
to unsubsidized employment and achieving self-sufficiency. The Subsidized Employment
Program also provides employment soft skills to clients. Services include job coaching,
conflict resolution, counseling, and other services to remove barriers for employment. From
July 2024 through March 2025, AFWD has received 106 referrals, has made job
placements for 24 individuals, and 13 individuals have maintained employment after their
subsidized employment ended.
The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends the Board of
Supervisors approve a contract with AFWD for subsidized employment services to
CalWORKs Welfare-To-Work participants. The term of the contract is July 1, 2025 through
June 30, 2026, not-to-exceed $325,000. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL
SERVICES)
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Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.5.c Contract Amendment with Disability Action Center for Adult Protective Services (APS)
Client Prevention and Support Services
Disability Action Center is a private, nonprofit organization founded to meet specific needs
of individuals with disabilities in Northern California, and coordinates a variety of prevention
and support services for older and dependent adults with disabilities designed to achieve
and/or maintain independence. These services include an Independent Living Program,
Community/Nursing Facility transition to home services, Nursing Facility Transition or
Diversion to Assisted Living Facility services, Older Individuals Who Are Blind Program,
Traumatic Brain Injury Program, and Disability Disaster Access & Resources. The primary
function of Disability Action Center is to help community members with disabilities achieve
and/or maintain their optimal level of self-reliance and independence. Provision of these
services helps support or prevent the need for APS intervention services.
The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends the Board of
Supervisors approve the contract amendment with Disability Action Center for APS Client
Prevention and Support services. The amendment extends the term of the contract by 12
months through June 30, 2026 and increases the maximum payable amount by $166,000,
not-to-exceed $401,167. All other terms remain the same. (DEPARTMENT OF
EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR
TO SIGN.
3.5.d Contract with Social Change Partners, LLC for Consultation Services for the
Implementation and Operationalization of the Title IV-E Prevention Plan
The Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) was signed into federal law in February
2018 as part of the Bipartisan Budget Act. The legislation aims to enhance the well-being
of children and families by expanding federal funding opportunities through Title IV-E.
Social Change Partners, LLC specializes in partnering with public agencies to maximize
the reach and impact of policy solutions and to drive innovations within child-serving
systems. Additionally, Social Change Partners, LLC supports counties by providing
technical assistance, stakeholder engagement and facilitation, and project management.
Social Change Partners, LLC will provide assistance to implement and operationalize a
Title IV-E Prevention Plan by establishing screening to determine eligibility and services for
families, implement federal claiming procedures, and guide the Department of Employment
and Social Services on how to leverage federal funds to access programs that can provide
sustainable evidence-based program models.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve the contract with Social
Change Partners, LLC to provide consultation services to implement and operationalize a
Title IV-E Prevention Plan. The term of the contract is July 1, 2025 through December 31,
2026, not-to-exceed $180,000. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL
SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
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3.5.e Agreement with Regents of the University of California, dba UC Davis for Training Services
UC Davis has a team of professional instructors who create customized education
programs that meet the needs of the Department of Employment and Social Services. The
custom educational programs include a variety of courses such as supervisory skills, the
analyst series, understanding and engaging older adults, CalWORKs 2.0, and the lead
worker series. In FY 2024-25, 181 staff members attended the various courses.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an agreement with UC
Davis for training services. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2025 through June 30,
2026, not-to-exceed $128,457. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL
SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.6. Department of Human Resources
3.6.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:
Human Resources: Effective 7/5/2025, amend Salary Ordinance No. 4258, Section 28E
titled Mid Management by adding:
Dispatch Operations Supervisor-Class Code 12007 at salary range 78 ($2,779.20-
$3,725.60 bi-weekly); and
Sheriff's Facilities Manager-Class Code 12009 at salary range 98 ($3,140.80-$4,208.80 bi-
weekly); and
Effective 7/5/2025, delete:
Dispatch Operations Supervisor-Class Code 12007 at salary range 64 ($2,418.40-
$3,240.80 bi-weekly).
Effective 7/5/2025, related to the reclassification of Public Safety Dispatchers into the new
Public Safety Dispatcher series and the creation of a new Sheriff's Office job classification
titled Sheriff's Facilities Manager, amend Salary Ordinance No. 4258, Section 28C titled
General Unit by adding:
Public Safety Dispatcher I-Class Code 12015 at salary range 49 ($2,083.20-$2,791.20 bi-
weekly);
Public Safety Dispatcher II-Class Code 12006 at salary range 56 ($2,233.60-$2,992.80 bi-
weekly); and
Senior Public Safety Dispatcher-Class Code 12005 at salary range 64 ($2,418.40-
$3,240.80 bi-weekly); and
effective 7/5/2025, delete:
Public Safety Dispatcher-Class Code of 12006 at salary range 49 ($2,083.20-$2,791.20 bi-
weekly); and
Senior Public Safety Dispatcher-Class Code of 12005 at salary range 54 ($2,189.60-
$2,934.40 bi-weekly).
Sheriff's Office: Effective 9/1/2025, add 1 Sheriff's Facilities Manager position. This single
incumbent position will plan, organize, and oversee all Sheriff's Office building and security
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matters, which includes the security of the County Jail.
Effective 7/5/2025, concurrent with the Human Resources request above related to the
reclassification of Public Safety Dispatchers into the new Public Safety Dispatcher series,
add:
11 flexibly staffed Public Safety Dispatchers I/II positions;
4 flexibly staffed Public Safety Dispatcher I/II/Senior Public Dispatcher positions; and
1 flexibly staffed Public Safety Dispatcher I/II/Sheriff's Clerk I/II/Senior Sheriff's Clerk
position.
Effective 7/5/2025, delete:
9 Public Safety Dispatcher positions;
5 flexibly staffed Public Safety Dispatcher positions;
1 Public Safety Dispatcher/Senior Sheriff's Clerk position; and
1 Public Safety Dispatcher/Sheriff's Clerk I/II/Senior Sheriff's Clerk position.
These changes are resulting from the Sheriff's Office reclassifying Public Safety
Dispatchers into a new series. Total allocations to increase by 1. (DEPARTMENT OF
HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.6.b Resolution Extending Temporary Law Enforcement Referral Bonus Program through
December 31, 2025
On March 26, 2024, the Board of Supervisors approved an updated temporary Law
Enforcement Referral Bonus Program to assist with staff recruitment and subsequent
retention issues that have taken place in the last several years. The Sheriff's Office is
requesting to extend the term of this Referral Bonus Program from June 30, 2025 until
December 31, 2025. This program continues to be part of the success of attracting new
staff into law enforcement positions. (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.6.c Remove Bonus for Entry Level Public Safety Dispatchers from Sheriff's Office Hiring Bonus
Program
On December 10, 2024, the Board of Supervisors approved an updated Sheriff's Office
Hiring Bonus Program to assist with the staff recruitment and subsequent retention issues
that have taken place in the last several years. Due to the success of the program and the
ability to now attract Lateral applicants, the Sheriff's Office is requesting to remove the
bonus provision for the entry level applicants in the Public Safety Dispatcher classification.
All other provisions in the resolution shall remain the same. (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN
RESOURCES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
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3.7. Department of Water & Resource Conservation
3.7.a Capital Asset Surplus of a Touch Screen Table, Monitoring Equipment, and Software
The Board of Supervisors has authority to declare capital assets as surplus that are no
longer serviceable or no longer needed by the County. The Department of Water &
Resource Conservation recommends that the Board declare one touch-screen table, one
stream gage monitoring system, and related software as surplus to the needs of the
County. These assets are obsolete due to technological advancements, are at the end of
their useful life, and need to be removed from the capital asset ledger. (DEPARTMENT OF
WATER & RESOURCE CONSERVATION)
Action Requested - DECLARE CAPITAL ASSETS (3) SURPLUS TO THE NEEDS OF
THE COUNTY.
3.8. Fire Department
3.8.a Adopt a Resolution Accepting the FY 2024-25 State Mandated Inspection Report
The California State Fire Marshal, under the California Health and Safety Code, mandates
annual inspections for certain occupancies. After the 2016 Ghost Ship Fire in Oakland,
California, it was revealed that although inspections were required, there was no obligation
to report them to any governing body. In response, Senate Bill 1205, authored by Senator
Jerry Hill and enacted in 2018, required that these annual inspections be reported to the
appropriate administering authority.
The Butte County Fire Department is responsible for 117 occupancy inspections within the
unincorporated areas of Butte County. Of these, 46 are considered priority building
inspections and are subject to mandatory annual reporting requirements to the Board of
Supervisors. For FY 2024-25, Butte County Fire Department engine companies and Fire
Marshal personnel completed 25 of 28 educational occupancy inspections, and all 18
residential occupancy inspections.
The Fire Department recommends that the Board of Supervisors adopt the resolution
accepting the FY 2024-25 California State Fire Marshal-mandated inspections
report. (FIRE DEPARTMENT)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.9. Probation Department
3.9.a Contract Amendment with Youth for Change for Juvenile Hall Services
Youth for Change is a nonprofit public benefit organization dedicated to promoting the well-
being of children, individuals, families, and communities through a wide array of trauma-
informed social services. The organization specializes in mental health care, family
support, and community-based programs that address the complex needs of justice-
involved youth. Under its current agreement with the Probation Department, Youth for
Change provides essential services including individual, group, and family counseling; re-
entry wraparound services; Child and Family Team (CFT) meeting facilitation; and informal
mental health evaluations. These services are crucial to reducing recidivism, stabilizing
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family systems, and guiding youth toward healthier outcomes. This fiscal year, Youth for
Change has provided 632 hours of counseling to youth and families and facilitated 28 CFT
meetings. To ensure the continued delivery of these critical services, the Department
recommends amending the existing agreement with Youth for Change to extend the
contract term by six months, through December 30, 2025, and to increase the contract not-
to-exceed amount by $286,191, for a total not-to-exceed of $671,048. Youth for Change is
recognized by the Board of State and Community Corrections as part of the Department's
Juvenile Justice Plan and is funded through the Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act of
2000. All other terms of the agreement remain unchanged, and there is no impact to the
General Fund. (PROBATION DEPARTMENT)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.9.b Contract with Guardian PSBI, Inc. for Pre-Employment Background Investigations
The Butte County Probation Department currently contracts with Guardian PSBI, Inc. to
provide professional law enforcement pre-employment background investigation services.
These investigations are used for evaluating applicants' overall suitability for employment,
including assessments of character, integrity, and prior conduct, as well as determining
eligibility for access to secure County facilities and sensitive information systems. Guardian
PSBI, Inc. conducts approximately 35 background investigations annually for the
Department. The Department recommends entering into a new contract with Guardian
PSBI, Inc. to continue providing these background investigation services. The contract
term is from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with a not-to-exceed amount of
$60,000. (PROBATION DEPARTMENT)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
3.9.c Contract with Noble Software Group, LLC (Noble) for Risk Assessment and Case Planning
Software
Noble provides software, software licensing, account configuration, annual maintenance,
customizations, implementation consulting, and staff training for a program designed to
evaluate the criminogenic risk factors and treatment needs of adult and juvenile offenders.
The contractor has provided services since 2015. The competitive procurement process
has been waived as General Services has determined it is in the best interest of the
County to continue hosting services from the existing vendor to avoid a disruption of
services and the added expense of data conversion and staff training required with a new
product/vendor.
The Probation Department recommends entering into a contract with Noble for continued
services. The term of the contract is July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2028, not-to-exceed
$115,300. (PROBATION DEPARTMENT)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
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3.10. Sheriff-Coroner's Office
3.10.a Agreement with Chico State Enterprises for Student Legal Research Assistants (LRAs)
The Butte County Jail is required to offer inmates LRAs, which assist inmates with legal
research via computer searches and library book searches in the Jail Law Library. Various
LRAs staff the Jail Law Library an average of 56 hours per week, and inventory Jail law
books and research materials as well as conduct material updates as appropriate. The
Sheriff’s Office recommends entering into an agreement with Chico State Enterprises for
LRAs. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, not-to-exceed
$70,254. (SHERIFF-CORONER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.10.b Agreement with DWR for Provision of Law Enforcement Services
Since June 2019, the Sheriff's Office has had three agreements with DWR for uniformed
law enforcement vehicle patrols, security services, boating patrols, water safety,
emergency response and preparedness coordination at various locations under the
jurisdiction of DWR. The Sheriff's Office recommends entering into a new agreement with
DWR, for the same services, which provides revenue to fund the salary and benefits for
six full-time positions, costs related to training, equipment, and miscellaneous operating
expenses necessary for the provision of law enforcement services. The term of the
agreement is July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2028, with revenue not-to-exceed
$6,575,797. (SHERIFF-CORONER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE REVENUE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR
TO SIGN.
3.10.c Contract with Core Psychology Corporation (Core) for Law Enforcement Pre-employment
Assessments and Psychology Services
The Sheriff's Office must administer professional law enforcement pre-employment
psychological assessments to all potential candidates for sworn positions. In accordance
with the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST)
requirements, this service must be performed by a licensed mental health clinician versed
in the psychological screening procedures and standards. In addition, the Sheriff's Office
has an occasional need for services from licensed mental health clinicians for critical
incident counseling and assessments. The Sheriff's Office recommends entering into a
contract with Core for law enforcement pre-employment psychological assessments and
psychology services. The term of the contract is July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2030, not-
to-exceed $90,000. (SHERIFF-CORONER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.10.d Budget Amendment for Helicopter Maintenance and Repair
The Sheriff's Office utilizes four aircraft in the performance of its day-to-day public safety
operations. In addition, they contract with outside agencies for the use of these aircraft for
a fee. The revenue received from outside agencies pays for direct operating expenses
incurred during each flight and is also intended to offset the cost of planned maintenance
of the aircraft. In 2021, an Air Operations Equipment Repair and Maintenance fund was
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established as part of the Sheriff's Equipment Replacement Fund to hold the revenue
received to offset major maintenance costs. During Fiscal Year 2024-25, the Sheriff's
Office received $149,959 in Air Operations revenue. The Sheriff recommends transferring
$63,604 of the revenue received from the General Fund to the Sheriff's Equipment
Replacement fund to pay for future aircraft maintenance and repairs. (SHERIFF-
CORONER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
3.10.e Contract with Teleosoft, Inc. for Civil Software Purchase and Implementation Services
The Sheriff's Office completed a solicitation for new civil software and implementation
services. Civil software is used by the Sheriff's Office Civil Unit to manage all case
information, including, but not limited to, case participant information, accounting for wage
garnishment collections, and timelines for court orders and civil service documents.
Teleosoft, Inc. was the only responsive bidder. The agreement is for the purchase of the
Software-as-a-Service, implementation of the new system, support and maintenance, and
training for staff. Due to the cost of the software and implementation, the software is
considered a capital asset. The Sheriff's Office recommends entering into an agreement
with Teleosoft, Inc. for civil software purchase and implementation services. The term of
the agreement begins upon execution and ends six years and six months after execution,
not-to-exceed $598,971. (SHERIFF-CORONER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN;
AND 2) APPROVE CAPITAL ASSET PURCHASE.
3.11. Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office
3.11.a Butte County Treasurer Statement of Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 2025-26
The Treasurer-Tax Collector requests approval of the Butte County Treasurer Statement
of Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 2025-26 (Investment Policy). The Investment Policy,
in accordance with Government Code sections 53600 through 53686, guides investment
of surplus funds and funds under the custodianship of the County Treasurer. The
Treasurer-Tax Collector holds and invests the County's, School Districts', and Special
Districts' funds. The Butte County Investment Pool Oversight Committee (Committee) is
composed of Peter Durfee, District 2 Supervisor, Butte County Board of Supervisors
Representative (Chair); Travis Haskill, Butte County Office of Education Senior Director of
Fiscal Services, Superintendent of Schools Representative (Vice Chair); Graciela
Gutierrez, Butte County Auditor-Controller; Maritza Sandoval, Administrative Manager
Butte County Mosquito & Vector Control, Special Districts Representative; and Jaclyn
Kruger, Deputy Superintendent, Business Services for CUSD, School Districts
Representative. The Committee provides oversight to the Treasurer-Tax Collector and
each year considers the renewal of the Investment Policy prior to its submission to the
Board of Supervisors (Board). The proposed Investment Policy, by recommendation of the
Committee, was updated to meet industry best practices and was certified by the
California Municipal Treasurers Association (CMTA) with support from the California Debt
and Investment Advisory Commission (CDIAC). Approval of the Investment Policy also
constitutes renewal of the investment authority delegated to the Treasurer-Tax Collector
by the Board. The Investment Policy was reviewed and accepted on April 8, 2025 by the
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Committee. With Board approval, the Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 2025-26 will
become effective July 1, 2025. (TREASURER-TAX COLLECTOR'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE BUTTE COUNTY TREASURER STATEMENT OF
INVESTMENT POLICY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26
3.11.b Victim Restitution Collections and Disbursement Bridge MOU
In 2013, the Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office, the District Attorney's Office, and the Butte
County Superior Court (Court) collaborated and developed the enhanced Victim
Restitution Collection and Disbursement Program. The program was designed to increase
efficiencies, enhance victim restitution collections, and increase the amount and number
of disbursements to victims. The program has been successful in streamlining and
improving the collection of victim restitution orders, improving the process for
disbursement of victim restitution payments, and establishing a central point of contact for
victim inquiries.
The Court, Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office, and the District Attorney's Office recommend
approval of a bridge MOU, effective upon approval through June 30, 2025 to memorialize
the terms and conditions under which the program has continued since the expiration of
the last agreement, which includes an annual participation payment from the Court. A new
MOU has been prepared with different monetary terms effective July 1, 2025 and is
presented as a separate agenda item.
The Court and the County (including the County’s Treasurer-Tax Collector and District
Attorney) will continue working together to efficiently and effectively enhance the
restitution program. (TREASURER-TAX COLLECTOR'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE MOU AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.11.c Successor Victim Restitution Collections and Disbursement MOU
In 2013, the Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office, the District Attorney's Office, and the Butte
County Superior Court (Court) collaborated and developed the enhanced Victim
Restitution Collection and Disbursement Program (Program). The Program was designed
to increase efficiencies, enhance victim restitution collections, and increase the amount
and number of disbursements to victims. The Program has been successful in
streamlining and improving the collection of victim restitution orders, improving the
process for disbursement of victim restitution payments, and establishing a central point of
contact for victim inquiries.
The Court, Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office, and the District Attorney's Office recommend
approval of a successor MOU, effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2028 to continue
the Program. The responsibilities of the parties remain largely the same as in the original
agreement, with the exception that the Court will no longer provide an annual participation
payment towards the Program costs.
The Court and the County (including the County’s Treasurer-Tax Collector and District
Attorney) will continue working together to efficiently and effectively enhance the
restitution program. (TREASURER-TAX COLLECTOR'S OFFICE)
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Action Requested - APPROVE THE MOU AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN.
4. REGULAR AGENDA
4.1 Board Member/Committee Reports and Board Member Comment
Supervisor Connelly - Attended Oroville Dam Advisory Commission meeting, SSV-
EMS meeting, met with Michael Evans about local issues, Veteran's Memorial
meeting, Sutte Butte Flood Control Agency meeting and judged the Forever Pet
Show.
Supervisor Durfee - Attended the Chico Builder's Association meeting, Cruisin' Cars
and Coffee, and a fundraiser golf tournament for Casey Smyth.
Supervisor Ritter - Attended Agenda Review with Air Quality, Continuum of Care
meeting, Restorative Justice Steering Committee, Passages Advisory Council, Child
Welfare and Probation Self-Assessment, Behavioral Health Advisory Board meeting,
meeting with Nonprofit regarding MHSA changes, NACo West Regional meeting, and
researched the County budget.
Supervisor Kimmelshue - Attended regular meetings and the groundbreaking for the
new Inspire High School.
Supervisor Teeter - Attended regular meetings.
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: Diana Dreiss
(electronically and in person), John Stonebraker, The Cameraman, and Jesse
O'Rourke.
4.3 Appointment to the Wyandotte Creek Groundwater Sustainability Agency (Wyandotte
Creek GSA) Board of Directors
The Wyandotte Creek GSA is responsible for implementing the provisions of SGMA and
the Wyandotte Creek Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP). The Wyandotte
Creek GSA consists of three member agencies through a Joint Powers Agreement that
includes Butte County, the City of Oroville, and the Thermalito Water and Sewer District.
There are a total of ten members, consisting of five regular members and five alternate
members, each of which represents the three agencies, an Agricultural Stakeholder
Director, and a Domestic Well User Stakeholder.
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The Alternate Domestic Well User Stakeholder position has expired and staff have
received one application from the incumbent. The Wyandotte Creek GSA Board of
Directors requests the Board of Supervisors reappoint Rick Wulbern to serve as Alternate
Domestic Well User Stakeholder to serve a four year term ending June 23, 2029. (OTHER)
Action Requested - REAPPOINT RICK WULBERN TO THE WYANDOTTE CREEK GSA
AS ALTERNATE - DOMESTIC WELL USER STAKEHOLDER TO SERVE A FOUR YEAR
TERM ENDING JUNE 23, 2029.
Melissa Kitts, Assistant Clerk of the Board, presented this item to the Board.
No public comment was received for this item.
Action Requested - REAPPOINT RICK WULBERN TO THE WYANDOTTE CREEK
GSA AS ALTERNATE - DOMESTIC WELL USER STAKEHOLDER TO SERVE A
FOUR YEAR TERM ENDING JUNE 23, 2029.
Motion: Supervisor Connelly
Second: Supervisor Durfee
Motion passed unanimously.
4.4 Appointment to the Citizens Advisory Commission for the Oroville Dam
The Citizens Advisory Commission for the Oroville Dam (Commission) functions as a
liaison between the communities surrounding the Oroville Dam and the dam operator and
publishes a report regarding maintenance, improvements, and flood mitigation at least
once every three years.
The Commission consists of representatives from various State agencies, and members
appointed by the Butte County Board of Supervisors; the Oroville City Council; the Sutter
County Board of Supervisors; the Yuba County Board of Supervisors; and a deputy sheriff
from Butte, Yuba and Sutter Counties.
The composition of the members representing Butte County includes two Supervisors -
currently Supervisors Connelly and Kimmelshue - and one member of the public. Staff
have received an application requesting reappointment from the incumbent Public
Member, Robert Bateman. Supervisor Connelly requests the Board reappoint Robert
Bateman to the Public Member seat on the Citizens Advisory Commission for the Oroville
Dam for a three year term ending June 14, 2028. (OTHER)
Action Requested - REAPPOINT ROBERT BATEMAN TO THE PUBLIC MEMBER SEAT
ON THE CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMISSION FOR THE OROVILLE DAM TO SERVE A
THREE YEAR TERM, ENDING JUNE 14, 2028.
Melissa Kitts, Assistant Clerk of the Board, presented this item to the Board.
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No public comment was received for this item.
Action Requested - REAPPOINT ROBERT BATEMAN TO THE PUBLIC MEMBER
SEAT ON THE CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMISSION FOR THE OROVILLE DAM TO
SERVE A THREE YEAR TERM, ENDING JUNE 14, 2028
Motion: Supervisor Connelly
Second: Supervisor Ritter
Motion passed unanimously.
4.5 Progress Update on the Five-Mile Basin Sediment Removal Project
On May 28, 2024, the Board of Supervisors directed the Department of Public Works to
prepare a report summarizing existing conditions and outlining a process for the long-term
maintenance and management of the Five-Mile Basin. The basin provides critical flood
protection for the City of Chico and surrounding areas. Sediment accumulation from Big
Chico Creek during high-water events has reduced its capacity over time. In 2001, the
County received a cease-and-desist order from the California Department of Fish and
Wildlife, which halted maintenance and contributed to ongoing concerns about flood risk.
The Park Fire began on July 24, 2024, ultimately burning 429,603 acres in Butte and
Tehama Counties. In the aftermath, the Department presented an overview of county-
maintained infrastructure impacted by the fire and outlined measures taken to mitigate
debris flow and flooding hazards, including those affecting the Five-Mile Basin. Several
significant atmospheric river events occurred this past winter, with near-flood conditions
reported in the basin and substantial changes to its sediment-carrying capacity.
On January 28, 2025, the Board authorized the Department to move forward with a
sediment removal project. On February 25, 2025, the Board approved a $1 million CSA 24
budget amendment to fund project development. The Department has prepared a
presentation for the Board on progress made since February. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC
WORKS)
Action Requested - ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION.
Joshua Pack, Director of Public Works, presented this item to the Board.
No public comment was received for this item.
Action Requested - ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION.
4.6 Plans, Specifications, and Contract with Knife River Construction for the Centerville Road
Rehabilitation Project
On November 12, 2024, the Board of Supervisors authorized the Department of Public
Works to advertise and solicit bids for projects included in the Public Works Infrastructure
Master Plan (IMP). The Centerville Road Rehabilitation project was advertised on April 30,
2025, and the Department received three bids. The lowest responsive and responsible
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bidder was Knife River Construction of Chico, CA.
This project is funded by the CDBG Disaster Recovery program. The project will restore
pavement on Centerville Road, addressing damages sustained during the Camp Fire
recovery efforts. The restoration will utilize Full-Depth Reclamation with Cement, which
recycles existing pavement and base materials, mixing them with cement to create a
stronger, more durable foundation before repaving. The Department recommends the
Board approve the plans and specifications for the project, approve a contract with Knife
River Construction, not-to-exceed $3,420,521, and authorize the Director of Public Works
to sign the contract. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS; 2) APPROVE
CONTRACT; AND 3) AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TO SIGN THE
CONTRACT AND ORDER CHANGES PER PUBLIC CONTRACT CODE SECTION
20142.
Joshua Pack, Director of Public Works, presented this item to the Board.
No public comment was received for this item.
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS; 2)
APPROVE CONTRACT; AND 3) AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
TO SIGN THE CONTRACT AND ORDER CHANGES PER PUBLIC CONTRACT
CODE SECTION 20142.
Motion: Supervisor Teeter
Second: Supervisor Durfee
Motion passed unanimously.
4.7 Plans, Specifications, and Contract with Knife River Construction for the Honey Run Road
Rehabilitation Project
On November 12, 2024, the Board of Supervisors authorized the Department of Public
Works to advertise and solicit bids for projects included in the Public Works Infrastructure
Master Plan (IMP). The Honey Run Road Rehabilitation project was advertised on April 30,
2025, and the Department received three bids. The lowest responsive and responsible
bidder was Knife River Construction of Chico, CA.
This project is funded by the CDBG Disaster Recovery Program. The project will restore
pavement on Honey Run Road, addressing damages sustained during the Camp Fire
recovery efforts. The restoration will utilize Full-Depth Reclamation with Cement, which
recycles existing pavement and base materials, mixing them with cement to create a
stronger, more durable foundation before repaving. The Department recommends the
Board approve the plans and specifications for the project, approve a contract with Knife
River Construction, not-to-exceed $3,641,521, and authorize the Director of Public Works
to sign the contract. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
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Action Requested - 1) APPROVE THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS; 2) APPROVE
CONTRACT; AND 3) AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TO SIGN THE
CONTRACT AND ORDER CHANGES PER PUBLIC CONTRACT CODE SECTION
20142.
Joshua Pack, Director of Public Works, presented this item to the Board.
No public comment was received for this item.
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS; 2)
APPROVE CONTRACT; AND 3) AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
TO SIGN THE CONTRACT AND ORDER CHANGES PER PUBLIC CONTRACT
CODE SECTION 20142.
Motion: Supervisor Connelly
Second: Supervisor Durfee
Motion passed unanimously.
4.8 Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Program Expenditure Plan Annual Update for Fiscal
Year 2025-26
In November of 2004, California voters passed Proposition 63 creating the Mental Health
Services Act (MHSA). The act created an additional income tax on California residents
making more than $1 million per year. Most of the MHSA revenue is distributed to the
counties. Counties are required to create and update MHSA Program and Expenditure
Plans every year. The Department of Behavioral Health facilitates a community input
process through meetings, focus groups, surveys and work groups to identify community
mental health treatment needs and to develop program/service plans for the County.
The proposed MHSA Program and Expenditure Plan Annual Update for FY 2025-26 and
its appendices are the result of the collaboration between the Department, the Behavioral
Health Advisory Board, the local MHSA Steering Committee, and input from community
members and stakeholders in mental health services. The Department recommends the
Board of Supervisors approve the MHSA Program Expenditure Plan annual update and
authorize the Director of Behavioral Health and the Auditor-Controller to sign the
accountability certificate. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE THE MHSA PROGRAM AND EXPENDITURE PLAN
ANNUAL UPDATE; AND 2 ) AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
AND AUDITOR-CONTROLLER TO SIGN ACCOUNTABILITY CERTIFICATE.
Scott Kennelly, Director of Behavioral Health, presented this item to the Board.
No public comment was received for this item.
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE THE MHSA PROGRAM AND EXPENDITURE
PLAN ANNUAL UPDATE; AND 2 ) AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR OF BEHAVIORAL
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HEALTH AND AUDITOR-CONTROLLER TO SIGN ACCOUNTABILITY
CERTIFICATE.
Motion: Supervisor Ritter
Second: Supervisor Durfee
Motion passed unanimously.
4.9 Contract with Youth for Change for SB163 Wraparound Services
Youth for Change specializes in social services programs which support the healing of
children and families by drawing upon community resources to enhance the well-being of
children, families, and communities. Services involve identifying family needs, problem-
solving, and decision-making to assist them in successful transition out of the child welfare
system. In 1997, Senate Bill 163 established Wraparound services as an alternative to
placing children in high-level congregate care. Wraparound is a practice of partnering with
families to provide intensive services to children and families with complex needs using a
team-based approach. The SB163 Wraparound services program provides
comprehensive, collaborative treatment and support services to County youth and their
families. Youth for Change has provided SB163 Wraparound services to an average of 32
youth per month this fiscal year. Youth for Change also provides Family Time services,
where they supervise and monitor family visitation and offer Family Time coaching. These
services are offered at Family Time centers, located in Chico and Oroville. Since May of
2021, Youth for Change has completed 4,603 Family Time services, which provides
significant support to both the Department of Employment and Social Services and the
community. On average, Youth for Change completes 39 Family Time visits per month.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve a contract with Youth for
Change for SB163 Wraparound services. The term of the contract is July 1, 2025 through
June 30, 2026, not-to-exceed $3,490,000. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL
SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Tiffany Rowe, Director of Employment & Social Services, presented this item to the
Board.
No public comment was received for this item.
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
Motion: Supervisor Ritter
Second: Supervisor Durfee
Motion passed unanimously.
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4.10 Contract with Victor Community Support Services, Inc. (VCSS) for Early Intervention
Prevention Services
VCSS has been delivering individualized, flexible, community-centered, and strength
based services to youth and families for over 55 years. Committed to fostering resilience
and promoting well being, VCSS empowers children, youth, and families by addressing
their unique challenges and needs. Early Intervention Prevention Services are designed to
address the needs of families at risk of entering the child welfare system by providing
proactive, strength-based support. This service focuses on identifying challenges early and
delivering targeted interventions to prevent family crises, reducing the likelihood of child
maltreatment, and promoting family stability. During FY 2023-24, VCSS made 62,471
contacts with families across California, with 99% of participants reporting positive
outcomes from the services provided.
The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends the Board of
Supervisors approve a contract with VCSS for Early Intervention Prevention services. The
term of the contract is July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, not-to-exceed
$300,000. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Tiffany Rowe, Director of Employment & Social Services, presented this item to the
Board.
No public comment was received for this item.
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Motion: Supervisor Durfee
Second: Supervisor Ritter
Motion passed unanimously.
4.11 Contract with Victor Community Support Services, Inc. (VCSS) for Parent Counseling
Services
VCSS has been delivering individualized, flexible, community-centered, and strength
based services to youth and families for over 55 years. Committed to fostering resilience
and promoting well being, VCSS empowers children, youth, and families by addressing
their unique challenges and needs. VCSS offers services with a primary focus on
Wraparound services, Child and Family Teaming, Community Based Mental Health, Clinic
Based Mental Health, and School Based Mental Health services. Parent Counseling
Services is a vital component of family reunification and family maintenance processes,
and is designed to strengthen families and provide treatment that supports reunification
efforts between children and their parents, while also helping to prevent future occurrences
of maltreatment. Families enrolled in Parent Counseling Services learn behavior
modification, anger management, coping skills, positive reinforcement techniques, and
strategies for building family stability. During FY 2023-24, VCSS served 8,206 children and
families across California through its outpatient programs. Of those served, 70% achieved
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their treatment goals, and 68% showed improvement in suicide risk and self-injurious
behavior.
The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends the Board of
Supervisors approve a contract with VCSS for Parent Counseling services. The term of the
contract is July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, not-to-exceed $300,000. (DEPARTMENT
OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Tiffany Rowe, Director of Employment & Social Services, presented this item to the
Board.
No public comment was received for this item.
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Motion: Supervisor Ritter
Second: Supervisor Durfee
Motion passed unanimously.
4.12 Contract with Victor Community Support Services, Inc. (VCSS) for Supporting Our Families
Through Transition Services
VCSS has been delivering individualized, flexible, community-centered, and strength
based services to youth and families for over 55 years. Committed to fostering resilience
and promoting well being, VCSS empowers children, youth, and families by addressing
their unique challenges and needs. VCSS offers a wide range of services designed to
support individuals and families facing mental health, educational, and social challenges.
Currently, VCSS connects families with Wraparound Case Management services,
providing critical resources such as housing, employment support, and assistance with
basic needs to ensure comprehensive and holistic care. Supporting Our Families Through
Transition Services are designed to address the multifaceted needs of families in transition
from family reunification to family maintenance services. These services focus on
enhancing stability, resilience, and self-sufficiency through comprehensive case
management, accessing housing resources, providing employment support, and
connecting to community programs.
The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends the Board of
Supervisors approve a contract with VCSS for Supporting Our Families Through Transition
services. The term of the contract is July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, not-to-exceed
$300,000. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Tiffany Rowe, Director of Employment & Social Services, presented this item to the
Board.
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No public comment was received for this item.
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Motion: Supervisor Ritter
Second: Supervisor Connelly
Motion passed unanimously.
4.13 Amendment and Agreement with Aegis Treatment Centers, LLC (Aegis) for Narcotic
Replacement Therapy
Aegis provides evidence-based Narcotic Replacement Therapy to support the successful
recovery of narcotic-dependent clients. Narcotic Replacement Therapy is provided as part
of a comprehensive treatment program that includes a medical evaluation and screening
for diseases that are overly represented in the narcotic-dependent population. Clients are
evaluated and provided counseling for medical, alcohol, narcotic, criminal, and
psychological problems. Aegis has licensed capacity to serve up to 580 clients at any given
time. Narcotic Replacement Therapy is a State-mandated service and the Department of
Behavioral Health contracts for these services under a sole source solicitation exception.
On June 11, 2024, the Board of Supervisors approved an agreement with Aegis to provide
Narcotic Replacement Therapy services. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2024,
through June 30, 2025, not-to-exceed $3,287,350. Due to an increased need for services
in the current fiscal year, the Department recommends the Board approve an amendment
to increase the maximum payable by $386,604, not-to-exceed $3,673,954.
The Department recommends the Board approve a new agreement with Aegis. The term of
the new agreement is July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, not-to-exceed
$3,287,350. This agreement is not measured by the number of clients served, as client
needs vary. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN;
AND 2) APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Scott Kennelly, Director of Behavioral Health, presented this item to the Board.
No public comment was received for this item.
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN; AND 2) APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Motion: Supervisor Ritter
Second: Supervisor Durfee
Motion passed unanimously.
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4.14 CalPERS Post Retirement Employment Exemption for Barbara Norman
The Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2013 requires a 180-day separation period
before a retired individual may return to work for an employer in the same retirement
system from which they receive a retirement allowance. An exemption to this rule is
permitted by Government Code section 7522.56, 21224, and 21227, if approved by the
governing body in a public meeting on the regular calendar. The Department of General
Services has a Capital Improvement Project Manager III position that is responsible for the
completion of the Jail Expansion Project. The incumbent is retiring effective June 30, 2025.
Although the project is coming to an end, there is a critical need to have the retiree
available for a limited-duration, interim period to eliminate a backlog and work on the
completion of the Jail Expansion Project. Given the unique subject matter expertise and
knowledge, the retiree is the only person capable of meeting this critical, short-term need,
ending December 31, 2025. The retired annuitant will work limited hours, not exceeding an
average of 40 hours per pay period. The Director of Human Resources has reviewed the
facts and concurs that the request is consistent with the exemption permitted under
Government Code section 7522.56, 21224, and 21227. (DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL
SERVICES)
Action Requested - ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Michael Hodson, Director of General Services, presented this item to the Board.
No public comment was received for this item.
Action Requested - ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
Motion: Supervisor Connelly
Second: Supervisor Durfee
Motion passed unanimously.
4.15 Employment Contract Amendment for Chief Deputy District Attorney
The District Attorney recommends amending the employment contract for Chief Deputy
District Attorney Mark Murphy for a one-month period beginning July 1, 2025, and ending
August 1, 2025. All other terms, including salary and benefits, remain unchanged. A new
contract will be coming forward during the July 29, 2025, meeting. (DISTRICT
ATTORNEY'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Mike Ramsey, District Attorney, presented this item to the Board.
No public comment was received for this item.
Action Requested - APPROVE EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND
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AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Motion: Supervisor Connelly
Second: Supervisor Ritter
Motion passed unanimously.
4.16 Contract with RUSH Personnel Services for Temporary Employment Services
The Clerk-Recorder’s Office utilizes RUSH Personnel Services to provide temporary staff
primarily for elections and as needed by the recorder division.
The temporary staff workers are required to work on a seasonal, part-time basis only for
limited durations of time based upon department needs under the supervision of County
employees. RUSH Personnel Services covers all payroll costs including wages, payroll
taxes, insurance premiums, workers' compensation, unemployment compensation and a
mileage stipend to compensate temporary staff for the use of private vehicles for election
assignments. RUSH Personnel Services will assist applicants in filling out employment
paperwork and conduct background checks prior to applicants starting work.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve the contract with RUSH
Personnel Services to provide temporary staffing services. The term of the contract is July
1, 2025 through June 30, 2029, not-to-exceed $1,000,000. (CLERK-RECORDER'S
OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Keaton Denley, Clerk-Recorder, presented this item to the Board.
No public comment was received for this item.
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
Motion: Supervisor Connelly
Second: Supervisor Ritter
Motion passed unanimously.
4.17 Successor MOU between the County and the Professional Employees Association (PEA)
The County and the bargaining team for PEA have met and conferred over a successor
MOU. Consistent with Board direction the agreed upon significant changes in the
successor MOU are: 1) Four-year term through June 30, 2029; 2) Cost of Living
Adjustments of 8% July 2025, 5% July 2026, 5% July 2027, 5% July 2028; 3) The addition
of Longevity Pay for continuous years of service of 2.5% at 10 years, 2.5% at 15 years,
2.5% at 20 years for a total of 7.5%; 4) The addition of Christmas Eve as an observed
holiday with removal of language allowing the President or Governor to declare a holiday
for the County; 5) Increase Shift Differential to $2.50 per hour from $1 per hour; 6) Increase
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Safety boot reimbursement to $275; 7) Increase to the Cashback amount and removal of
tiers. (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE MOU; AND 2) ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE
THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Sheri Waters, Director of Human Resources, presented this item to the Board.
No public comment was received for this item.
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE MOU; AND 2) ADOPT RESOLUTION AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Motion: Supervisor Durfee
Second: Supervisor Ritter
Motion passed unanimously.
4.18 Butte County Emergency Management Staff Report on Help Central, Inc. (dba 2-1-1 Butte
County) Agreement for Disaster Response
On March 25, 2025, Supervisor Ritter, with support from Chair Kimmelshue and Supervisor
Durfee, requested information on 2-1-1 Butte County, and whether or not a Memorandum
of Understanding is needed between the County of Butte and 2-1-1 for disaster response.
Butte County Emergency Management staff will provide an update. (COUNTY
ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION
Angie Mannel, Emergency Manager, presented this item to the Board.
No public comment was received for this item.
Action Requested - ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION.
4.19 Consideration of Additional Projects for Camp Fire CDBG Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR)
Funding
At the direction of the Board of Supervisors, County staff are implementing a number of
projects using CDBG-DR funding as a result of the Camp Fire. In May, the California
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HCD) approached the County about
identifying additional shovel-ready projects that may be funded if additional CDBG-DR
funds become available. HCD identified one potentially eligible multi-family housing project
that at one time had a commitment of CDBG-DR funding from the County: the Humboldt
Senior affordable housing project in the City of Chico. County staff proposed a number of
infrastructure projects and one was identified by HCD as potentially eligible: the Magalia
Dam Road Widening project. This project would make evacuation roadway improvements
to a portion of Skyway during the Magalia Dam upgrade project that may be constructed by
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the Paradise Irrigation District (PID). HCD has requested that County staff continue to work
toward qualifying these projects, which would include working with PID to determine the
feasibility of their project, so the County may be ready to receive additional CDBG-DR
funds if they become available. County Administration and the Department of Public Works
request the Board allow staff to further qualify these projects. Should they qualify, and
should CDBG-DR funds become available, staff would request the Board consider
authorizing resolutions to submit formal applications to HCD. (COUNTY
ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF TO QUALIFY PROJECTS FOR
FUNDING.
Katie Simmons, Deputy Administrative Officer and Josh Pack, Director of Public
Works, presented this item to the Board.
The following members of the public submitted Public Comment: Chris Rauen
(electronically), John Stonebraker and Blaine Allen.
Action Requested - PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF TO QUALIFY PROJECTS
FOR FUNDING
The Board directed Staff to continue moving forward.
4.20 Update of Budget, Legislative, and other Current Issues by the Chief Administrative Officer
4.21 Board of Supervisors Public Comment (Continuation as needed)
4.22 Items Removed from the Consent Agenda for Board Consideration and Action
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND TIMED ITEMS
5.1 10:00am - Public Hearing - Bert Lawson Coffman Survivor’s Trust Rezone (REZ25-0002)
The proposed rezone of Bert Lawson Coffman Survivor's Trust includes a 3.65-acre vacant
parcel from Foothill Residential (APN 056-110-033). The applicant proposes a rezone from
a 2-acre minimum (FR-2) to a Foothill Residential, 5-acre minimum (FR-5). The rezone
would facilitate a Lot Line Adjustment between the subject parcel and an adjacent 9.53-
acre parcel (APN: 056-100-017) currently zoned FR-5. The proposed zone change is
intended to achieve consistency with the adjacent parcel and FR-5 zoning. Under the
current FR-2 zoning, the property is ineligible for a Lot Line Adjustment with the adjacent
FR-5-zoned property, as the adjustment would result in a split-zoned parcel. The proposed
zone change will not alter the allowable uses of the Foothill Residential zone and
remains consistent with the General Plan land use designation. The project site is located
immediately south of 10154 Cohasset Road, on the east side of Cohasset Road at its
intersection with Hollow Oak Lane, within the community of Cohasset.
The Department of Development Services finds the project is consistent with the General
Plan and exempt from an environmental review pursuant to section 15061(b)(3) of the
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CEQA, under the Common Sense Exemption. The Planning Commission considered this
item at a public hearing held on May 22, 2025, and recommended with a 4-0 vote that the
Board of Supervisors find the Project exempt from CEQA and approve the
Rezone. (DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES)
Action Requested - INTRODUCE ORDINANCE AND WAIVE THE FIRST READING.
Paula Daneluk, Director of Development Services, presented this item to the Board.
No public comments were received for this item.
Action Requested - INTRODUCE ORDINANCE AND WAIVE THE FIRST READING.
Motion: Supervisor Teeter
Second: Supervisor Connelly
Motion passed unanimously.
5.2 1:00pm - Public Hearing - Butte County Fiscal Year 2025-26 Recommended Budget
On June 10, 2025, the Board of Supervisors directed a public hearing for consideration of
the Recommended Budget to commence on June 24, 2025. The Recommended Budget
can be found on the County website at: www.buttecounty.net/1427/Budget. At the public
hearing, staff will provide an overview of the Recommended Budget and recommended
adjustments (Schedule A). At the conclusion of the public hearing, staff will request Board
direction establishing the Adopted Budget for fiscal year 2025-26. (COUNTY
ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested -
1) APPROVE THE RECOMMENDED BUDGET AS ADJUSTED FOR SPENDING
AUTHORITY; INCLUDING THOSE RELATED TO CAPITAL ASSETS AS IDENTIFIED ON
THE CAPITAL ASSET SCHEDULE (PAGE 579-581), AND SCHEDULE A INCLUDING
THE REVISED ROAD FUND WORK PROGRAM;
2) PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF TO PREPARE A BUDGET RESOLUTION FOR
CONSIDERATION ON JULY 29, 2025;
3) PROVIDE DIRECTION THAT IF THE GENERAL FUND BALANCE AVAILABLE
EXCEEDS $34.9 MILLION, THE ADDITIONAL AMOUNT WILL BE USED TO INCREASE
GENERAL FUND CONTINGENCIES. IF THE GENERAL FUND BALANCE AVAILABLE IS
LESS THAN $34.9 MILLION ANY SHORTFALL WILL BE ADDRESSED BY REDUCING
GENERAL FUND CONTINGENCIES, AND ANY SHORTFALL GREATER THAN THE
CONTINGENCIES AMOUNT WILL BE ADDRESSED BY REDUCING THE GENERAL
FUND RESERVE;
4) ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE COMMITMENT OF MEASURE H
REVENUE TO THE STABILIZATION FUND;
5) ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CREATION OF A NEW GENERAL FUND
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SUB FUND FOR A PUBLIC SAFETY CAPITAL RESERVE FUND;
6) ADOPT A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A POLICY FOR THE USE OF DISTRICT
PRIORITY FUNDS;
7) ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CLOSURE OF THE UTILITIES INTERNAL
SERVICE FUND;
8) DIRECT STAFF TO CLOSE THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY 2011 AB109 REVOCATION
SUB FUND AND CLERK-RECORDER SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER TRUNCATION SUB
FUND;
9) ACCEPT THE COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS PARTNERSHIP BUDGET OF $14.8
MILLION, WHICH IS INCORPORATED INTO THE RECOMMENDED BUDGET.
Andy Pickett, Chief Administrative Officer & Kevin Taggart, Deputy Administrative
Officer, presented this item to the Board.
The following members of the public submitted Public Comment: Chris Rauen
(electronically) and John Stonebraker.
Action Requested -
1) APPROVE THE RECOMMENDED BUDGET AS ADJUSTED FOR SPENDING
AUTHORITY; INCLUDING THOSE RELATED TO CAPITAL ASSETS AS
IDENTIFIED ON THE CAPITAL ASSET SCHEDULE (PAGE 579-581), AND
SCHEDULE A INCLUDING THE REVISED ROAD FUND WORK PROGRAM;
2) PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF TO PREPARE A BUDGET RESOLUTION FOR
CONSIDERATION ON JULY 29, 2025;
3) PROVIDE DIRECTION THAT IF THE GENERAL FUND BALANCE AVAILABLE
EXCEEDS $34.9 MILLION, THE ADDITIONAL AMOUNT WILL BE USED TO
INCREASE GENERAL FUND CONTINGENCIES. IF THE GENERAL FUND
BALANCE AVAILABLE IS LESS THAN $34.9 MILLION ANY SHORTFALL WILL BE
ADDRESSED BY REDUCING GENERAL FUND CONTINGENCIES, AND ANY
SHORTFALL GREATER THAN THE CONTINGENCIES AMOUNT WILL BE
ADDRESSED BY REDUCING THE GENERAL FUND RESERVE;
4) ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE COMMITMENT OF MEASURE H
REVENUE TO THE STABILIZATION FUND;
5) ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CREATION OF A NEW GENERAL
FUND SUB FUND FOR A PUBLIC SAFETY CAPITAL RESERVE FUND;
6) ADOPT A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A POLICY FOR THE USE OF
DISTRICT PRIORITY FUNDS;
7) ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CLOSURE OF THE UTILITIES
INTERNAL SERVICE FUND;
8) DIRECT STAFF TO CLOSE THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY 2011 AB109
REVOCATION SUB FUND AND CLERK-RECORDER SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
TRUNCATION SUB FUND;
9) ACCEPT THE COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS PARTNERSHIP BUDGET OF $14.8
MILLION, WHICH IS INCORPORATED INTO THE RECOMMENDED BUDGET.
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Motion: Supervisor Ritter
Second: Supervisor Durfee
Motion passed unanimously.
6. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CLOSED SESSION
6.1 Public Employee Employment, Appointment, Recruitment, Performance Evaluations,
Including Goals, Discipline/Dismissal/Release, Pursuant to Government Code Section
54957
A. Agricultural Commissioner
B. Behavioral Health Director
C. Chief Administrative Officer
D. Chief Probation Officer
E. Child Support Services Director
F. County Counsel
G. Development Services Director
H. Employment and Social Services Director
I. General Services Director
J. Human Resources Director
K. Information Systems Director
L. Library Director
M. Public Health Director
N. Public Works Director
O. Water & Resource Conservation Director
6.2 Conference with Labor Negotiators Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency
Designated
Representatives:
Jack Hughes, Sheri Waters, Aaron Quin and Andy Pickett
Employee
Organizations:
Teamsters - General Unit; Teamsters - Social Services Workers Unit;
Teamsters - Mid Management Unit; Butte County Probation Peace
Officers Association; Butte County Probation Peace Officers
Association - Management Unit; Butte County Professional Employees’
Association; Butte County Deputy Sheriff’s Association - General Unit;
Butte County Deputy Sheriff’s Association - Management/Supervisory
Unit; Butte County Correctional Officers Association - General Unit;
Butte County Correctional Officers Association - Supervisory Unit;
Skilled Trades Unit; Butte County Deputy District Attorneys Association -
Attorney Unit; Confidential Employee Unit; Non-Represented Employee
Unit; Board of Supervisors Executive Assistants
6.3 Actual Litigation Pursuant to Gov. Code sec. 54956.9(d)(1) - One Case
a. A.C. v. County of Butte, Butte County Superior Court Case Number 22cv02187.
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(COUNTY COUNSEL)
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
July 29, 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