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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS
REGULAR AGENDA
JUNE 9, 2026
9:00 AM
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
PETER DURFEE, DISTRICT 2
TAMI RITTER, DISTRICT 3
TOD KIMMELSHUE, DISTRICT 4
DOUG TEETER, DISTRICT 5
ANDY PICKETT
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
CLERK OF THE BOARD
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
BRAD STEPHENS
COUNTY COUNSEL
1. CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2. INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and
appreciates public engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public
to act in a courteous, civil, and respectful manner, and not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public.
The Board of Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive
language, or disorderly conduct, which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly
conduct of Board meetings. Violation of these rules of decorum will result in the meeting
being recessed.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
3. CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion at the request of a Supervisor.
3.1. Auditor-Controller's Office
3.1.a Contract with DebtBook for Financial Obligation Reporting Compliance
DebtBook is cloud-based financial software designed for government and public sector
agencies to manage leases, subscriptions, contracts, and related financial obligations. It
centralizes financial information, automates payment tracking and financial reporting, and
supports compliance with accounting and disclosure requirements to improve accuracy,
transparency, and operational efficiency.
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The Auditor-Controller's Office recommends the Board of Supervisors approve the
contract with DebtBook for financial reporting compliance. The term of the contract is three
years ending March 31, 2029, not-to-exceed $43,500. (AUDITOR-CONTROLLER'S
OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.2. Clerk-Recorder's Office
3.2.a Contract Amendment with Perpetual Storage, Inc. for Archival Storage
The Clerk-Recorder’s Office entered into a contract with Perpetual Storage, Inc. in March
2019 for archival storage of microfilm. The Department utilizes an off-site storage facility to
preserve archival microfilm records for long-term preservation and to support records
recovery in the event of a disaster. On March 12, 2024, the Board of Supervisors
approved a contract amendment to extend the term of the contract through March 31,
2028 and increase the maximum payable amount.
The Department recommends the Board approve the contract amendment with Perpetual
Storage Inc. to clarify the payment terms through the addition of a payment schedule,
extend the contract term through April 17, 2032, and increase the maximum payable
amount by $40,000, not-to-exceed $120,000. All other terms remain the same. (CLERK-
RECORDER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.3. County Administration
3.3.a Approval of Board of Supervisors Meeting Minutes
Submitted for approval are the May 26, 2026 Board of Supervisors Meeting
Minutes. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE MAY 26, 2026 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MEETING MINUTES.
3.3.b Letter of Support AB 2640 (Hadwick) Commission on State Mandates
AB 2640 would improve the State mandate reimbursement process by allowing local
governments to offset audit related reimbursement reductions with their outstanding
unpaid claims. This provides counties with needed fiscal flexibility and helps avoid
repayment to the State when the State owes significant reimbursement for mandated
programs to counties. Staff recommend approval of the letter of support. (COUNTY
ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE LETTER AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.4. County Counsel's Office
3.4.a Resolution Amending the Butte County Conflict of Interest Code
The Political Reform Act (Government Code section 81000 et seq.) requires the County to
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review its Conflict of Interest Code biennially for accuracy, or determine if amendments
are needed. The Code was most recently amended on September 24, 2024. Since that
amendment, positions have been created and deleted through adjustments to the
County's classification plan and salary ordinance. Each individual holding a designated
position in the Code must file an annual Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) by
April 1 of each year, reporting financial interests from the prior calendar year. For
example, a Form 700 filed by April 1, 2027, must report interests held between January 1
and December 31, 2026. This requirement promotes transparency and helps identify
potential conflict of interest in decision making. County Counsel recommends the Board of
Supervisors adopt a resolution reflecting these changes. (COUNTY COUNSEL)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.5. County Library
3.5.a Budget Amendment for Butte County Library Book to Action Grant
The County Library received a $3,500 grant from the California State Library to support
the Butte County Book to Action program. The program is designed to expand traditional
reading activities into meaningful community engagement opportunities by encouraging
participants to connect shared book themes with service projects, educational activities,
and civic participation. The grant funding will support programming intended to promote
literacy, lifelong learning, and community involvement. The Department recommends the
Board of Supervisors approve the budget amendment to allocate the grant
funds. (LIBRARY)
Action Requested - APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
3.5.b Budget Amendment for Revenue from Sale of Library Vehicle
On January 9, 2024, the Board of Supervisors declared a County Library vehicle
(Bookmobile Bus) as surplus. Following the surplus declaration, the vehicle was removed
from service and authorized for public auction. The surplus Bookmobile Bus was sold at
auction on February 10, 2026, generating net proceeds of $8,404. The Department
recommends the Board approve the budget amendment to appropriate the unanticipated
revenue to support and enhance the Library's collection, including the purchase of
physical books and audiobooks for community use. (LIBRARY)
Action Requested - APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
3.6. Department of Behavioral Health
3.6.a Agreement with American Addiction Treatment Services, Inc. for Narcotic Replacement
Therapy
American Addiction Treatment Services, Inc. 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 medical evaluation and screening for diseases that are overly represented in
the narcotic-dependent population. Clients are evaluated and provided counseling for
medical, alcohol, criminal, and psychological problems. Narcotic Replacement Therapy is
a State-mandated service and the Department of Behavioral Health is required to contract
with facilities providing these services to Butte County clients.
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The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an agreement with
American Addiction Treatment Services, Inc. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2026,
through June 30, 2027, not-to-exceed $350,000. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL
HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.6.b Agreement with Intentional Sustainable Wellness for Psychiatry and Special Mental Health
Services
The Department of Behavioral Health contracts for in-person psychiatry services. The
Department of Behavioral Health has faced significant challenges securing psychiatrists to
provide in-person services to clients. Contracting with available psychiatrists helps reduce
these challenges and assists the Department in meeting the required level of services.
Intentional Sustainable Wellness is the private practice of Dr. Lori L. LaRiviere, MD, a
specialty trained Psychiatrist who provides in-person services. The Department
recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an agreement with Intentional Sustainable
Wellness for in-person psychiatry services for the Resiliency Empowerment Support Team
program. The term of the agreement is the date of execution, through June 30, 2027, not-
to-exceed $120,500. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.6.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 services to clients in urgent need of care. Skyway House is licensed by the State
of California and provides evidence-based treatment for substance-use disorders in a
therapeutic environment. Skyway House works with clients to set short and long-term
goals, evaluate progress, and help prepare clients for lifelong success.
The Department of Behavioral Health contracts with all available residential substance-
use disorder providers. The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approves
an agreement with Skyway House for residential substance-use disorder recovery
services. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, not-to-exceed
$104,869. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.6.d Agreement with North Valley Behavioral Health, LLC (NVBH) For Psychiatric Health
Facility, Inpatient Services
NVBH operates a licensed 16-bed acute care psychiatric inpatient treatment facility that
provides psychiatric treatment, rapid stabilization, coordinated discharge planning, and
recovery with support from community-based services. Additionally, the inpatient
treatment facility provides diagnostic assessment of mental health status, stabilization and
maintenance of mental health conditions, improvement of patient's functioning ability and
transitional planning with referrals to post-hospitalization settings.
The Department of Behavioral Health recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an
agreement with NVBH for inpatient services. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2026,
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through June 30, 2027, not-to-exceed $103,750. This agreement is not measured by
number of clients served, as the length of stay varies based on specific client
needs. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.6.e Agreement with Compassion Pathway Behavioral Health, LLC for 24-hour Residential
Care Services
Compassion Pathway Behavioral Health, LLC operates 24-hour residential care facilities
for adults with severe and persistent mental health conditions. The residential facilities
provide a structured program offering professional services for adults in need of mental
health services, including medication support. The facilities assist clients with care and
treatment needed for improved stability and potential future transition to an independent
living environment. The Department of Behavioral Health contracts each fiscal year with
eligible and available facilities.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an agreement with
Compassion Pathway Behavioral Health, LLC for 24-hour residential care services. The
term of the agreement is July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, not-to-exceed
$267,677. The agreement is not measured by number of clients served, as the length of
stay varies based on specific client needs. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.6.f Agreement and Resolution for Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) Performance
Requirements for DHCS Funded Services
DHCS provides the Department of Behavioral Health with program funding and oversight
for various County community mental health services and programs. The County is
required to have an executed performance agreement and resolution with DHCS in order
to receive funding. The agreement describes the conditions and requirements for the
delivery services and programs and the resolution authorizes the Director of Behavioral
Health to sign and execute the agreement and any amendments. The current agreement
expires June 30, 2026. The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve
an agreement with DHCS and adopt a resolution authorizing the Director of Behavioral
Health to sign. The term of the Agreement is July 1, 2026, through June 30,
2029. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE AGREEMENT; AND 2) ADOPT RESOLUTION AND
AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.6.g Agreements with Dreamcatchers Empowerment Network (Dreamcatchers) and Caminar
for State Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) Vocational Rehabilitation Services
The DOR contracts with Butte County to provide client services and administer
agreements with select providers to augment the State's Vocational Rehabilitation
Program. The Department of Behavioral Health contracts with Dreamcatchers and
Caminar under the provisions and budget set forth by DOR to provide vocational services.
These services assist clients to develop or re-establish interpersonal skills, work behaviors
and functional capacities to achieve and maintain positive employment outcomes.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve agreements with
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Dreamcatchers and Caminar for DOR vocational rehabilitation services. The term of each
agreement is July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. The maximum payable amount for
Caminar is not-to-exceed $153,871, and the maximum payable amount for
Dreamcatchers is not-to-exceed $171,899. Under the agreements, Caminar and
Dreamcatchers have measurable goals to provide supported employment vocational
training and rehabilitation services. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENTS (2) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
3.6.h Agreements (2) and Amendments (2) with Willow Glen Care Center (Willow Glen) for
Adult Residential Services
Willow Glen operates 24-hour adult residential board and care facilities for adults and
elderly with severe and persistent mental health conditions. The board and care facilities
provide a structured program to assist clients with the development of skills necessary to
transition to independent living. The Department of Behavioral Health contracts with all
eligible and available 24-hour residential board and care facilities.
On May 27, 2025, the Board of Supervisors approved two agreements with Willow Glen,
one for Medi-Cal eligible services and one for non-Medi-Cal eligible services. The term of
each agreement is July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. The maximum payable amount
for the Medi-Cal eligible services agreement is $792,575. The maximum payable amount
for the non-Medi-Cal eligible services agreement is $492,900. Due to increased
placements, Willow Glen will exceed the maximum payable amounts for both agreements.
The Department recommends the Board approve amendments to the current agreements
to increase the maximum payable amounts and shift line items to accurately reflect the
type of services provided. The amendment for Medi-Cal eligible services increases the
maximum amount payable by $70,680, not-to-exceed $863,255. The amendment for non-
Medi-Cal eligible services increases the maximum payable amount by $115,904, not-to-
exceed $608,804.
The Department recommends the Board approve two new agreements with Willow Glen
for non-Medi-Cal and Medi-Cal eligible services for fiscal year 2026-27. The term of each
agreement is July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. The maximum payable amount for
non-Medi-Cal eligible services is $719,895. The maximum amount payable for Medi-Cal
eligible services is $910,285. The Department may utilize up to four facilities under the
agreements. The agreements are not measured in terms of number of clients served, as
the length of stay varies based on each client's specific needs. (DEPARTMENT OF
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE AMENDMENTS (2) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN; AND 2) APPROVE AGREEMENTS (2) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.7. Department of Employment & Social Services
3.7.a Contract Amendment with Victor Community Support Services, Inc. (VCSS) for Early
Intervention Prevention Services
On June 24, 2025, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with VCSS which
delivers individualized, flexible, community-centered, and strength-based services to youth
and families. Committed to fostering resilience and promoting well-being, VCSS has
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empowered children, youth, and families by addressing their unique challenges and needs
for over 55 years. 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, reduce the likelihood of child
maltreatment, and promote family stability.
The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends the Board approve the
amendment with VCSS for Early Intervention Prevention Services. The amendment
extends the term of the contract by one year through June 30, 2027, and increases the
maximum payable amount by $300,000, not-to-exceed $600,000. All other terms remain
the same. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.7.b Contract Amendment with Victor Community Support Services, Inc. (VCSS) for Parent
Education Services
On June 10, 2025, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with VCSS which has
been providing mental health, social, and educational support services to children,
parents, and families across California for the past 55 years. In 2004, the organization
opened its Butte County office in Chico, focusing on Child and Family Teaming,
Wraparound Services, and Community, Clinic, and School-based Mental Health
services.
Parent Education Services provides a supportive and safe environment for children,
parents, and families involved in the child welfare system or at risk of entering it, and
offers parent support groups and parent education classes. Parent support groups
encourage parents to speak openly about their struggles, successes, and personal
experiences, and to accept support from others facing similar challenges. Parent
education classes use evidence-based practices, such as the Nurturing Parent Program,
the Nurtured Heart Approach, Pride Skills, Incredible Years, and Positive Discipline for
Parenting in Recovery, to teach parents self-awareness, coping skills, co-parenting
strategies, empowerment, effective communication, and other techniques.
The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends the Board approve the
amendment with VCSS for Parent Education Services. The amendment extends the term
of the contract by one year through June 30, 2027, and increases the maximum payable
amount by $250,000, not-to-exceed $500,000. All other terms remain the
same. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.7.c Contract Amendment with Victor Community Support Services, Inc. (VCSS) for Parent
Counseling Services
On June 24, 2025, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with VCSS which was
established to provide services to children, families, and adults who seek assistance, with
a primary focus on Wraparound Services, Child and Family Teaming, and Community,
Clinic, and School-Based Mental Health Services.
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Parent Counseling Services is a vital component of the family reunification and family
maintenance processes and is designed to strengthen families. 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.
The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends the Board approve the
amendment with VCSS for Parent Counseling Services. The amendment extends the term
of the contract by one year through June 30, 2027, and increases the maximum payable
amount by $300,000, not-to-exceed $600,000. All other terms remain the
same. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.7.d Contract Amendment with Victor Community Support Services, Inc. (VCSS) for Supporting
Our Families Through Transition Services
On June 24, 2025, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with VCSS to deliver
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.
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, access to housing resources, employment
support, and connections to community programs.
The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends the Board amend the
contract with VCSS for Supporting Our Families Through Transition Services. The
amendment extends the term of the contract by one year through June 30, 2027, and
increases the maximum payable amount by $300,000, not-to-exceed $600,000. All other
terms remain the same. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.7.e Contract with Chico State Enterprises for Adult Protective Services Client Prevention and
Support Services
Chico State Enterprises, through its Passages program, coordinates a variety of
prevention and support services for older adults, adults with disabilities, informal
caregivers, and family caregivers. These services include programs for Senior Food and
Nutrition, Fall Prevention, Family Caregiver Services, Medicare and Health Insurance
Counseling Advocacy, Multipurpose Senior Services, and Connections Prevention and
Early Intervention Mental Health Outreach. The primary function of Passages is to
advocate, plan, and administer services for these older and disabled adults within the
community to help them remain safely and independently in their homes. Since the start of
this collaboration on January 1, 2024, 32 at-risk individuals have been assisted. The
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provision of these services helps support or prevent the need for Adult Protective Services
intervention.
The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends the Board of
Supervisors enter into a contract with Chico State Enterprises for Adult Protective
Services Client Prevention and Support Services. The term of the contract is July 1, 2026,
through June 30, 2028, not-to-exceed $332,000. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT &
SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.7.f Contract with Butte-Glenn Community College District, dba Butte College - The Training
Place for Training Services
Butte College - The Training Place has a team of professional instructors who offer
educational programs that meet the needs of the Department of Employment and Social
Services. The educational programs include Microsoft Excel, Safety Programs, Emerging
Leaders, and Supervisor Series.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors enter into a contract with Butte
College - The Training Place. The term of the contract is July 1, 2026, through June 30,
2027, not-to-exceed $37,000. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.7.g 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 educational
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 2025-26, 245 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, 2026, through June 30,
2027, not-to-exceed $142,290. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL
SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.7.h Contract with Youth for Change for Family Time Visitation Services
Youth for Change provides comprehensive and dynamic services, support, and treatment
to individuals, families, and communities. Youth for Change also provides a neutral space
for families to identify needs, address challenges, and make decisions that help prevent
involvement with the child welfare system and support successful transitions out of the
system. Youth for Change's Family Time Visitation Center provides visitation services in a
safe, structured and supportive environment and is designed to help maintain healthy,
positive interactions between youth and their families. To date, Youth for Change's Family
Time Center has provided services to 242 families since their opening in 2021, and has
provided services to 40 families this fiscal year.
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The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends the Board of
Supervisors enter into a contract with Youth for Change for Family Time Visitation
Services. The term of the contract is July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, not-to-exceed
$341,482. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.8. Department of Human Resources
3.8.a Resolution to Amend the Salary Ordinance
The Department of Human Resources recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt a
resolution amending the Salary Ordinance for the following departments to reflect changes
to the following Sunset/Term positions as proposed in the Recommended Budget:
Behavioral Health: Extend 1 flexibly staffed Behavioral Health Education Specialist Sunset
position from 6/30/2026 to 6/30/2027. Total allocations to remain unchanged.
Development Services: Change the end date of 2 flexibly staffed Building Inspector Term
positions from 6/30/2027 to 9/1/2026. Total allocations to remain unchanged.
District Attorney: Extend 1 Investigative Assistant Sunset position from 6/30/2026 to
6/30/2027, and extend 1 Crime Analyst Sunset position from 6/30/2026 to 6/30/2027.
Total allocations to remain unchanged.
Information Systems: Extend 1 flexibly staffed 0.75 Management Analyst Term position
from 6/30/2026 to 6/30/2027, extend 1 flexibly staffed Business Systems Analyst Sunset
position from 12/31/2026 to 9/30/2027, and change the end date of 1 Information
Technology Analyst I Term position from 4/1/2027 to 12/1/2026. Total allocations to
remain unchanged.
Library: Extend 2 flexibly staffed Library Assistant Sunset positions from 12/31/2026 to
12/31/2029, and extend 1 flexibly staffed Library Assistant Term position from 12/31/2026
to 12/31/2029. Total allocations to remain unchanged.
Public Works: Change the end date of 2 Heavy Equipment Operator Term positions from
12/31/2028 to 6/30/2026. Total allocations to remain unchanged.
Probation: Extend 1 flexibly staffed Administrative Analyst Sunset position from 6/30/2026
to 8/31/2026, extend 6 flexibly staffed Deputy Probation Officer Sunset positions from
6/30/2026 to 6/30/2027, and extend 1 flexibly staffed Probation Technician Sunset
position from 6/30/2026 to 6/30/2027. Total allocations to remain unchanged.
Public Health: Extend 1 Environmental Health Technician Term position from 6/30/2026 to
12/31/2026. Total allocations to remain unchanged.
Sheriff-Coroner: Extend 1 Sheriff's Sergeant Term position from 6/30/2026 to 6/30/2027.
Total allocations to remain unchanged.
Water and Resource Conservation: Extend 1 flexibly staffed Administrative Analyst Sunset
position from 6/30/2026 to 12/31/2026, and extend 1 Program Coordinator Sunset position
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from 6/30/2026 to 6/30/2027. Total allocations to remain unchanged. (DEPARTMENT OF
HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.9. District Attorney's Office
3.9.a Resolution Authorizing an Agreement with California Victim Compensation Board
(CalVCB)
CalVCB pays for the immediate needs of victims of crime using a local revolving fund,
governed by an agreement with the County and operated by the Victim Assistance Bureau
of the District Attorney's Office. The Victims Assistance Bureau assesses needs and
refers victims of violent crimes to the CalVCB program to cover expenses for medical
services, counseling, reimbursement of funeral and burial expenses, and relocation
expenses for victims who must move for their safety.
The District Attorney's Office recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution
authorizing the District Attorney to execute a new CalVCB agreement, any amendments,
extensions, and other supporting documentation. The term of the agreement is July 1,
2026, through June 30, 2029. (DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.10. Fire Department
3.10.a Grant Amendment, Budget Amendment and Capital Asset Purchase for CAL FIRE
Wildfire Prevention Grant
On June 10, 2025, the Board of Supervisors approved a $364,200 CAL FIRE wildfire
prevention grant project, which allowed Butte County Fire Department to purchase a
mulcher tractor and pay for two years of fuel and maintenance expenses. The addition of
a mulcher tractor has increased the pace and scale of community wildfire prevention
activities and hazardous fuel mitigation projects in Concow, Forbestown, and Kelly
Ridge.
In March 2026, the Board approved a grant amendment to include the purchase of two
electronic roadside message boards for use in areas where heavy equipment working on
wildfire prevention activities poses a potential impact to roadways. The amendment
increased the grant award by $40,000 for a total of $404,200.
The Butte County Fire Department recommends the Board approve a grant amendment
to include the purchase of a chipper and trailer and a budget amendment to allocate the
grant funding. The purchase will allow the Department to increase wildfire prevention
activities and fuel reduction work along roadways within the County. The grant
amendment increases the grant award by $110,000 for a total of $514,200. (FIRE
DEPARTMENT)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE CAPITAL ASSET PURCHASE; 2) APPROVE GRANT
AMENDMENT; AND 3) APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
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3.10.b Adopt a Resolution Accepting the FY 2025-26 State Mandated Inspection Report
The California State Fire Marshal, under the California Health and Safety Code,
mandates annual inspections for certain occupancies. The Butte County Fire Department
is responsible for 116 occupancy inspections within the unincorporated areas of the
County. Of these, 49 are considered priority building inspections and are subject to
mandatory annual reporting requirements to the Board of Supervisors. Details regarding
inspection and compliance are included in the staff report. The Butte County Fire
Department recommends the Board adopt a resolution accepting the FY 2025-26
California State Fire Marshal-mandated inspections report. (FIRE DEPARTMENT)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.11. Sheriff-Coroner's Office
3.11.a Contract Amendment with Ramsey Group, Inc. for Mortuary and Coroner-Related
Services
In June 2023, the Sheriff's Office entered into three contracts with local providers for
mortuary and coroner-related services. One of the providers recently canceled their
contract and Ramsey Group, Inc. has the capacity to increase services to meet the needs
of the County. The contract with Ramsey Group, Inc. has been amended three times to
change language related to indigent funeral services; increase the maximum payable
amount; and update the fee schedule. The Sheriff's Office recommends the Board of
Supervisors approve a contract amendment with Ramsey Group, Inc. to increase the
maximum amount payable by $50,000, not-to-exceed $100,000. All other terms remain
the same. (SHERIFF-CORONER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.11.b Contract Amendment with Trinity Services Group, Inc. (Trinity) for Jail Food Services
The Sheriff’s Office contracts with Trinity for jail food services and equipment. On
December 16, 2025, the Board of Supervisors approved $1,500,000 for the completion of
the Jail kitchen remodel. To ensure uninterrupted Jail food services during construction,
additional food services are needed: mobile kitchen equipment; additional labor; and
consumable supplies necessary to support uninterrupted Jail food services. The Sheriff’s
Office and General Services recommend the Board approve a contract amendment with
Trinity to add necessary equipment, services, and consumable supplies for the continuity
of Jail food services during the Jail kitchen remodel. The anticipated duration of
construction is up to eight months. The amendment increases the maximum amount
payable by $341,340, not-to-exceed $8,311,341. All other contract terms remain the
same. (SHERIFF-CORONER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.12. Other
3.12.a District Priorities Fund Application - The Father's House Church
Chair Connelly recommends approval of $600 in District 1 Priorities Funds to the Father's
House Church. These funds will replace a broken freezer door, ensuring food can be
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safely preserved for distribution to food banks throughout Butte County. (DISTRICT 1
SUPERVISOR)
Action Requested - APPROVE DISTRICT PRIORITIES FUND APPLICATION.
3.12.b District Priorities Fund Application - Oroville Veterans Memorial Park for all of Butte
County
Chair Connelly recommends approval of $2,000 in District 1 Priorities Funds to the
Oroville Veterans Memorial Park for all of Butte County. These funds will purchase
skateboard and bicycle grinder stoppers to help prevent damage to the granite
monuments, seat walls, and railings in the park. (DISTRICT 1 SUPERVISOR)
Action Requested - APPROVE DISTRICT PRIORITIES FUND APPLICATION.
3.12.c District Priorities Fund Application - Butte County Fairgrounds
Supervisor Kimmelshue recommends approval of $2,000 in District 4 Priorities Funds to
the Butte County Fairgrounds. These funds will remodel and modernize the existing
concession building to improve food service operations, enhance sanitation and safety
standards, and increase efficiency for staff and volunteers serving fair and event
attendees. (DISTRICT 4 SUPERVISOR)
Action Requested - APPROVE DISTRICT PRIORITIES FUND APPLICATION.
4. REGULAR AGENDA
4.1 Board Member/Committee Reports and Board Member Comment
4.2 Public Comment
Comments to the Board on issues and items not listed on the agenda. Pursuant to
California State law, the Board of Supervisors is prohibited from taking action on any item
not listed on the agenda. Please note that Public Comment is in two separate sections.
One, at the beginning of the regular agenda, which will last a maximum of 15 minutes, with
another to follow as the last item on the regular agenda with no time limits.
4.3 Notices to Proceed with Holt Construction, Inc. (Holt) for Jail Kitchen Remodel and Jail
Kitchen Under Slab Plumbing Projects at 7 Gillick Way, Oroville
On December 16, 2025, the Board of Supervisors approved budgets for the Jail Kitchen
Remodel project, in the amount of $1,500,000, and the Jail Kitchen Under Slab Plumbing
project in the amount of $800,000. The Department of General Services selected Holt
through the County Job Order Contracting Program (JOC) to complete the scope of work
for both projects. The Department approved Holt proposals in the amounts of $601,916 for
the Jail Kitchen Remodel and $331,561 for the Jail Kitchen Under Slab Plumbing project,
for a total contract amount of $933,478. The Department recommends the Board approve
the Notices to Proceed with Holt for both projects and appoint the Director of General
Services as Officer of the Projects. (DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE THE NOTICES TO PROCEED AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN; AND 2) APPOINT THE DIRECTOR OF GENERAL SERVICES AS
OFFICER OF THE PROJECTS.
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4.4 Agreement with Compassion Pathway Behavioral Health, LLC for Crisis Residential
Treatment Services
Compassion Pathway Behavioral Health, LLC operates the Bella Vida Crisis Residential
Treatment facility that provides mental health services to clients in need of a short-term,
residential environment where assessment, crisis intervention, medication support, and
monitoring are provided in an effort to achieve stabilization. Bella Vida is a ten-bed, drug-
and alcohol-free facility that includes laundry facilities, a kitchen, multiple community
gathering spaces, and a fenced-in backyard. Bella Vida clients receive individualized care
plans that support a successful transition back into the community.
On January 21, 2025, the Department of Behavioral Health published an RFP for crisis
residential treatment services. Compassion Pathway Behavioral Health, LLC was the sole
respondent.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an agreement with
Compassion Pathway Behavioral Health, LLC for crisis residential treatment services at
Bella Vida for fiscal year 2026-27. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2026, through
June 30, 2027, not-to-exceed $2,437,582. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
4.5 Agreement with Traditions Behavioral Health (Traditions) for Locum Psychiatric Services
for Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF)
Due to a shortage of psychiatrists in Butte County, the Department of Behavioral Health
contracts with locum agencies to supply psychiatrists to meet the required level of mental
health services required. In November 2024, the Department released an RFP for locum
psychiatric services for the Psychiatric Health Facility. There were eight responses:
Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC of Kennesaw, GA; Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc. of
Columbia, MD; Barton Healthcare Staffing of Peabody, MA; Bridge Telehealth of Irvine,
CA; ExMed, Inc. of Burbank, CA; Health Advocates Network, Inc. of West Covina, CA;
California Locums PC of Alpharetta, GA; and Traditions Behavioral Health of Larkspur,
CA. Following evaluation of proposals, it was determined that Traditions Behavioral Health
was the most responsive vendor.
The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve an agreement with
Traditions Behavioral Health for locum psychiatric services at the Psychiatric Health
Facility. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, not-to-exceed
$1,917,346. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
4.6 Amendment and Agreement with Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. (Crestwood) for
Residential Treatment Services
Crestwood operates skilled nursing facilities, mental health rehabilitation centers, and
institutes for mental disorders, which provide behavior modification, skilled nursing, case
management, pre-vocational and life skills training, behavioral intervention, and
psychological and social rehabilitation to clients with mental disorders in secure residential
settings. The Department of Behavioral Health contracts with eligible and available
residential treatment facilities each fiscal year.
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On May 27, 2025, the Board of Supervisors approved an agreement with Crestwood for
residential treatment services. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2025, through June
30, 2026, not-to-exceed $1,468,138. Due to an increase in placements in the current fiscal
year and limited placement facilities in the County, Crestwood will exceed the current
agreement maximum. The Department recommends the Board approve an amendment to
the current fiscal year agreement to address the overage. The amendment increases the
maximum amount payable by $199,995, not-to-exceed $1,668,133. All other terms remain
the same.
The Department recommends the Board approve an agreement with Crestwood for
residential treatment services for fiscal year 2026-27. The term of the agreement is July 1,
2026, through June 30, 2027, not-to-exceed $1,614,818. This agreement is not measured
by number of clients served, as the length of stay varies based by specific client
needs. (DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE AGREEMENT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN; AND 2) APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
4.7 Contract Amendment with Northern California Youth and Family Programs for the
Transitional Housing Placement Plus (THP-Plus) Program
On May 28, 2024, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with Northern California
Youth and Family Programs which provides diverse services for foster families and foster
youth. The THP-Plus program offers affordable housing and comprehensive supportive
services to former foster care and probation youth, ages 18 to 25, who are transitioning
from foster care or other home placement to independent living. To help prevent
homelessness, services include case management, individualized living program, 24-hour
crisis intervention, therapy, advocacy, job readiness training, supportive relationships,
housing navigator, apartment furnishings, and Foster Youth to Independence housing
vouchers for youth on the THP-Plus waitlist. In the current fiscal year, 13 youth are
participating in the THP-Plus program. As participants graduate from the program, new
youth are enrolled, allowing multiple participants to be served and successfully complete
the program each year.
The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends the Board approve the
amendment with Northern California Youth and Family Programs for the THP-Plus
program. The amendment extends the term of the contract by one year through June 30,
2027, and increases the maximum payable amount by $414,817, not-to-exceed
$1,048,476. All other terms remain the same. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT &
SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
4.8 Contract Amendment with Youth for Change for Transitional Housing Placement Plus
(THP-Plus) Program
On June 11, 2024, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with Youth for Change,
which provides diverse and dynamic services, support, and treatment to individuals,
families, and communities. The THP-Plus program offers affordable housing and
comprehensive supportive services to former foster care and probation youth, ages 18 to
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25, who are transitioning from foster care or other home placement to independent living.
To help prevent homelessness, services include case management, 24-hour crisis
intervention, therapy, advocacy, job readiness training, supportive relationships, housing
navigator, apartment furnishings, and Foster Youth to Independence housing vouchers for
youth on the THP-Plus waitlist. In the current fiscal year, 13 youth are participating in the
THP-Plus program. As participants graduate from the program, new youth are enrolled,
allowing multiple participants to be served and successfully complete the program each
year.
The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends the Board amend the
contract with Youth for Change for the THP-Plus program. The amendment extends the
term of the contract by one year through June 30, 2027, and increases the maximum
payable amount by $398,078 not-to-exceed $1,002,841. All other terms remain the
same. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
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 a successful transition out of the child
welfare system.
In 1997, Senate Bill 163 established Wraparound services as an alternative to placing
youth in intensive congregate care. Wraparound services are a family-centered, team-
based approach that provides intensive, coordinated services and support to children and
families with complex needs. Through the Senate Bill 163 Wraparound Services Program,
comprehensive treatment and support services are delivered collaboratively to help youth
remain in family-based settings whenever possible. Youth for Change provides enhanced
Wraparound services to eligible children and families and has served an average of 38
youth per month during this fiscal year.
The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends the Board of
Supervisors approve a contract with Youth for Change for SB 163 Wraparound Services.
The term of the contract is July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, not-to-exceed
$3,940,000. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
4.10 Set Budget Hearings for June 23, 2026 at 11:00 am
The FY 2026-27 Recommended Budget serves as the basis for budget hearings to be
scheduled on June 23, 2026 at 11:00 am. Budget hearings provide an opportunity for the
community to comment on the Recommended Budget, and for the Board of Supervisors to
make adjustments to the budget. The Recommended Budget is the work product of many
County employees in all 23 departments. The efforts and cooperation put forth by
department heads and staff resulted in a balanced recommended spending plan. The
Recommended Budget may be found at:
https://www.buttecounty.ca.gov/1427/Budget. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
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Action Requested - SET THE PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE RECOMMENDED
BUDGET FOR TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2026 AT 11:00 AM.
4.11 Employment Contract for Director of General Services
Approval is requested for an employment contract with Tara Repka Flores, for the position
of Butte County Director of General Services. The term of the contract is July 6, 2026
through July 5, 2029. The proposed annual salary is $198,267; increasing to $208,180
effective July 1, 2027; and $218,589 effective July 1, 2028 consistent with scheduled
County pay adjustments. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
4.12 Items Removed from the Consent Agenda for Board Consideration and Action
4.13 Update of Budget, Legislative, and other Current Issues by the Chief Administrative Officer
4.14 Board of Supervisors Public Comment (Continuation as needed)
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND TIMED ITEMS
5.1 9:05 am - Timed Item - Recognition of CSAC Credentialed California County Senior
Executive Program Graduates
CSAC offers a comprehensive Senior Executive Program designed to enhance the
leadership and management capabilities of county executives. The program requires the
successful completion of ten CSAC courses covering a broad range of topics and provides
participants with advanced training in areas critical to effective County leadership,
including policy development, fiscal management, and intergovernmental relations.
In an effort to increase accessibility to this valuable professional development opportunity
for Butte County staff, CSAC partnered with Butte County, Glenn County and Colusa
County to establish a regional campus in Butte County. This collaborative effort eliminated
the need for travel, fostered regional cooperation and enabled a larger number of County
staff to participate.
Participants have demonstrated their commitment to professional development by
successfully completing all program requirements. The successful completion of this
program reflects the participants' dedication to improving their leadership skills and
contributing to the effective management and operations of Butte County. (COUNTY
ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION.
5.2 10:00 am - Public Hearing - Closeout Resolutions for the Upper Ridge Family Resource
Center and Single-Family Housing Rehabilitation Funded by Community Development
Block Grants (CDBG)
On June 14, 2022, the Butte County Board of Supervisors authorized a resolution
approving multiple applications to the California Department of Housing and Community
Development (HCD) for CDBG funding. The Upper Ridge Family Resource Center was
awarded $106,200, and Single-Family Housing Rehabilitation was awarded $500,000. The
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Department of Employment and Social Services administered the Upper Ridge Family
Resource Center with Youth for Change, providing early childhood development
screenings, case management, parent education, bonding support, infant supplies, and
child-focused activities in Magalia. The program served 450 clients with program services,
660 clients with parent-child support services, and expended all grant funds. While the
grant has ended, First 5 Butte County Children and Families Commission and Paradise
Unified School District will continue to operate the Upper Ridge Family Resource Center in
Magalia through other funding sources. Single-Family Housing Rehabilitation funding
supported seven low-to-moderate income households with home repair and rehabilitation.
Due to HCD's requirement to utilize program income prior to drawing down grant funds,
staff expect $14,000 in grant funds will go unused. Housing rehabilitation programs will
continue in Butte County through the newly awarded 24-HOME grant, which staff
anticipate launching by the end of this year. Upon grant closeout, Butte County is required
to collect and report information on program activities, as well as hold a public hearing to
discuss the accomplishments of each grant. Staff recommend the Board hear public
comment regarding the accomplishments of each grant, adopt the resolutions, and
authorize the Chair to sign. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - ADOPT THE RESOLUTIONS (2) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
5.3 10:05 am - Timed Item - AB1265 Williamson Act Direct Charge
In October 2025, the County Assessor and Administration staff presented a summary of
the Williamson Act and AB1265 Direct Charge. The Board of Supervisors requested that
staff return in the Spring to further discuss the charge following preparation of the initial
Recommended Budget.
The Williamson Act (California Land Conservation Act) provides significant property tax
relief to landowners who maintain their property in agriculture and open space. AB1265
allows a direct charge intended to make up for some of the resulting revenue loss for the
County. The direct charge is equal to 10% of the taxpayer's savings from Williamson Act
participation. The participating taxpayer continues to receive 90% of the property tax relief
granted under the Williamson Act.
The direct charge is included in the County's General Purpose Revenue (GPR), which is
discretionary revenue used to fund Public Safety, Libraries, and other local priorities. The
loss of this revenue would require immediate service reductions in these areas to maintain
a balanced budget. The reductions would be a direct reversal of action taken to restore
services following the passage of Measure H. Staff recommend maintaining the AB1265
direct charge to avoid service reductions. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION.
6. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CLOSED SESSION
6.1 Public Employee Employment, Appointment, Recruitment, Performance Evaluations,
Including Goals, Discipline/Dismissal/Release, Pursuant to Government Code Section
54957
A. Agricultural Commissioner
B. Behavioral Health Director
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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 Workers’ Compensation Liability Claims Pursuant to Gov. Code sec. 54956.95 (a) – One
Claim
Jason Dodd; Workers’ Compensation Claim, Claim Number: 2497100058 (DEPARTMENT
OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
6.3 Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to Gov. Code sec. 54956.9(d)(4) - One Case
(COUNTY COUNSEL)
6.4 Closed Session Public Comment
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Butte County
Department Heads
Agricultural
Commissioner:
Katharine Quist
Assessor*:
Alyssa Douglass
Auditor-Controller*:
Graciela Gutierrez
Behavioral Health:
Scott Kennelly
Chief Administrative
Officer:
Andy Pickett
Chief Probation Officer:
Melissa Romero
Child Support Services:
Elisabeth Holloway
Clerk-Recorder/
Registrar of Voters*:
Keaton Denlay
County Counsel:
Brad Stephens
Development Services:
Paula Daneluk
District Attorney*:
Mike Ramsey
Employment &
Social Services:
Tiffany Rowe
Fire Chief:
Garrett Sjolund
General Services:
Dennis Schmidt, Interim
Human Resources:
Sheri Waters
Information Systems:
Paul LaValley
Library:
Misty Wright
Public Health:
Monica Soderstrom
Public Works:
Colt Esenwein
Sheriff-Coroner*:
Kory Honea
Treasurer-Tax Collector*:
Troy Kidd
UC Cooperative
Extension
Advisor:
Preet Ahluwalia
Water & Resource
Conservation:
Kamie Loeser
*Elected Official
Information and Procedures Concerning the Agenda and Board of Supervisors Meetings
Meeting Information:
Meetings are generally held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. Meetings start at 9:00 a.m. and are held in the
Board of Supervisors Chambers, County Administration Building, 25 County Center Drive, Oroville. At the end of each year the
Board adopts a meeting schedule for the upcoming year. Meeting dates can be changed as a result of holidays or other events
so please check the meeting calendar to be certain. Copies of the adopted meeting calendar for the year are available in the
County Administrative Office or on the Clerk of the Board website page.
Agenda Information:
The agenda for every meeting of the Board is posted in front of the County Administration Building at least 72 hours before
each meeting, and is available by mail subscription, e-mail subscription, or at the Clerk of the Board website. A copy of the
agenda and supporting materials provided to the Board of Supervisors members to explain each agenda item (excluding
documents that are not a public record within the meaning of the Public Records Act) are available for your review at the County
Administrative Office, the Chico, Oroville, and Paradise libraries (please do not remove items from these files), and at the Clerk
of the Board website. Copies of supporting materials can be made for you at a charge to cover costs. The list of communications
included with the agenda packages is not comprehensive. Additional communications to the Board of Supervisors may have
been received but not included in the agenda supporting material. Copies of all communications received by the Board of
Supervisors (excluding documents that are not a public record within the meaning of the Public Records Act) are available at
the County Administrative Office upon request.
Agenda Format and Meeting Order:
The agenda is usually organized into the following areas and meetings generally proceed in the following order:
1. Consent Agenda: These items are considered routine and are handled by one motion and vote of the Board. If you wish to
discuss any item on the Consent Agenda you can either fill out a speaker card (located in the back of the board room) and give
it to the Clerk of the Board (sitting to the right of the Board) or, when the Chair asks if there is anything anyone would like to
remove from the Consent Agenda, stand and approach the podium and request the item be removed. The removed items are
discussed at the end of the Regular Agenda.
2. Public Comment: This is the area of the agenda where members of the audience may address the Board on any matter not
listed on the agenda. The Board, by law, cannot take action on any matter not listed on the agenda, but may respond to
statements or questions and provide staff direction. Public Comment is limited to 3 minutes, and may be adjusted at the
discretion of the Chair.
3. Regular Agenda: This is where presentations to the Board and items that require full discussion are heard. Items removed
from the Consent Agenda are discussed under this section.
4. Public Hearing and Timed Items: This is where items that are required by law to be heard as a public hearing are set. This is
the section where appeals before the Board are usually discussed. Hearings may start after the time listed, but will never start
before the time listed.
5. Closed Session: The Board is authorized, by law, to meet in a closed session in certain circumstances. This area of the agenda
identifies those items that will be discussed during the Closed Session.
Public Participation:
It is the policy of the Board of Supervisors, and a requirement of the California Open Meetings Law, to allow members of the
public the opportunity to comment on all matters before the Board. Public participation is limited to matters within the
subject matter jurisdiction of the Board pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3. The Board of Supervisors is also
committed to making its proceedings accessible to all residents. Individuals with special needs should call the Clerk of the
Board at 530.552.3300, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to request disability-related
modifications/accommodations, or to request materials in alternate formats. All requests for special accommodations
and/or alternative format documents must be made 48 hours prior to the meeting.
Disclosure of Campaign Contributions
Pursuant to Government Code section 84308, members of the Board of Supervisors are disqualified and not able to participate
in any agenda item involving contracts (other than competitively bid, labor, or personal employment contracts), franchises,
discretionary land use permits and other entitlements if the Board member received more than $250 in campaign contributions
from the applicant or contractor, an agent of the applicant or contractor, or any financially interested participant who actively
supports or opposes the County’s decision on the agenda item since January 1, 2023. Members of the Board of Supervisors who
have received, and applicants, contractors or their agents who have made, campaign contributions totaling more than $250 to
a Board member since January 1, 2023, are required to disclose that fact for the official record of the subject proceeding.
Disclosures must include the amount of the campaign contribution and identify the recipient Board member and may be made
either in writing to the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors prior to the subject hearing or by verbal disclosure at the time of the
hearing.
For further information contact the:
Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
County Administration Office
25 County Center Drive, Suite 200, Oroville, CA 95965
530.552.3300
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AB – Assembly Bill EOC – Emergency Operations Center
APN – Assessor’s Parcel Number EPA – Environmental Protection Agency
AQMA – Air Quality Management Act FEIR – Final Environmental Impact Report
ARPA – American Rescue Plan Act FEMA – Federal Emergency Management
Agency
BCAG – Butte County Association of Governments FERC – Federal Energy Regulatory
Commission
BLUF – Bottom Line Up Front FY – Fiscal Year
BOE – Board of Equalization GP – General Plan
BCFD – Butte County Fire Department GSA – Groundwater Sustainability Agency
BCGP – Butte County General Plan IMP – Infrastructure Master Plan
BCOE – Butte County Office of Education JPA – Joint Powers Authority
BCSO – Butte County Sheriff’s Office LAFCO – Local Agency Formation
Commission
BINTF – Butte Interagency Narcotics Task Force MOU – Memorandum of Understanding
BRCP – Butte Regional Conservation Plan MUP – Minor Use Permit
CAL FIRE – California Department of Forestry and
Fire
NOC – Notice of Completion
Cal OES – California Office of Emergency Services NOP – Notice of Preparation
CalTrans – California Department of Transportation OEM – Office of Emergency Management
CDBG – Community Development Block Grant RCRC – Rural County Representatives of
California
CEQA – California Environmental Quality Act RFP – Request for Proposals
CSA – County Service Area SB – Senate Bill
CSAC – The California State Association of Counties SBFCA – Sutter Butte Flood Control Agency
DEIR – Draft Environmental Impact Report SGMA – Sustainable Groundwater
Management Act
DID – Durham Irrigation District SHARP – Self-Help Assistance and Referral
Program
DOT – Department of Transportation TAC – Technical Advisory Committee
DWR – Department of Water Resources USDA – United States Department of
Agriculture
EIR – Environmental Impact Report YTD – Year-to-date