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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
AUGUST 11, 2026
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
Supervisor Durfee recused himself from item 5.2.
3. CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion at the request of a Supervisor.
There was no public comment received for this item.
Action: ADOPT THE CONSENT AGENDA
Motion: Supervisor Durfee
Second: Supervisor Kimmelshue
Motion passed unanimously.
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3.1. Clerk-Recorder's Office
3.1.a Budget Amendment and Capital Asset Purchase - Two Ballot Tabulators
In 2019, the Clerk-Recorder's Office purchased four election ballot tabulators used to
conduct 12 elections and are now nearing the end of their service life. The Department is
planning for their replacement to ensure continued reliable election operations. The
Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve a budget amendment and
capital asset purchase of $56,000 for two ballot tabulators to meet the needs for future
elections. The purchase is 75% grant funded with the remaining cost paid for by the
Department’s current budget. (CLERK-RECORDER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE THE BUDGET AMENDMENT; AND 2) AUTHORIZE
CAPITAL ASSET PURCHASE (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
3.2. County Administration
3.2.a Approval of Board of Supervisors Meeting Minutes
Submitted for approval are the July 28, 2026, Board of Supervisors Meeting
Minutes. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE JULY 28, 2026 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MEETING MINUTES.
3.3. County Counsel's Office
3.3.a Accept the Conflict of Interest Code of the Butte Schools Self-Funded Programs
On July 16, 2026 the Board of Directors of the Butte Schools Self-Funded Programs
approved a Resolution adopting a Conflict of Interest Code to ensure that officials and
designated employees disclose potential conflicts of interest and to promote transparency
in decision-making. The resolution is being submitted for approval by the Board of
Supervisors as the code reviewing body. County Counsel has reviewed the resolution to
adopt the Conflict of Interest Code and deems it to be proper. (COUNTY COUNSEL)
Action Requested - ACCEPT THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE OF THE BUTTE
SCHOOLS SELF-FUNDED PROGRAMS.
3.4. Department of Behavioral Health
3.4.a Resolution Recognizing Scott Kennelly Upon Retirement from Butte County Behavioral
Health Department
The Department of Behavioral Health recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt a
resolution recognizing the retirement of Scott Kennelly on the occasion of his retirement as
the Director of Behavioral Health after 26 years of dedicated service. (DEPARTMENT OF
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
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3.5. Department of Child Support Services
3.5.a Resolution Proclaiming August 2026 as Child Support Awareness Month
Children who are supported by their parents are more likely to perform better in school,
have improved emotional development, and a stable home life. Child Support Awareness
Month, recognized nationwide, is an opportunity to increase public awareness of the
services available to families through the local child support office. In recognition of this
observance, the Department of Child Support Services recommends the Board of
Supervisors adopt a resolution proclaiming August 2026 as Child Support Awareness
Month. This resolution encourages parents to explore the services provided by the
program and find out what child support can do for them. (DEPARTMENT OF CHILD
SUPPORT SERVICES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION 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:
Assessor's Office: Add 1 flexibly staffed Administrative Analyst position and delete 1
vacant Assessment Office Supervisor. This change better suits the operational needs of
the Department. Total allocations to remain the same.
County Administration: Extend 1 flexibly staffed Administrative Analyst Sunset position
from 6/30/2027 to 9/30/2028; extend 1 flexibly staffed Administrative Analyst Term position
from 6/30/2027 to 9/30/2028; and extend 1 Program Development Manager Term position
from 6/30/2027 to 9/30/2028 to support the increased funding and extended time period for
CDBG Disaster Recovery grants. Additionally, increase 1 Communications and Public
Information Officer from a 0.75 FTE to a 1.0 FTE to meet the current needs of the County.
Funding is available in the Department's budget. Total allocations to increase by 0.25.
Clerk-Recorder's Office: Add 1 flexibly staffed County Clerk-Recorder Specialist position.
This change better suits the current and future needs of the department. Upon completion
of an internal recruitment, the Department will return to delete the vacant position. Total
allocations to temporarily increase by one. The estimated cost is projected to be $3,840.
Funding is available in the Department's budget.
Employment and Social Services: Delete 1 Deputy Director of Employment and Social
Services position and 1 flexibly staffed Employment Case Manager position, which is a
special assignment position. These changes better suit the operational needs of the
Department and will result in an annual cost savings of $364,000. Total allocations
decrease by 2.
Probation: Reclassify 1 Senior Administrative Assistant position to a flexibly staffed
Administrative Analyst position. This reclassification better reflects the duties currently
being performed by the incumbent and was determined through the reclassification
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process with Human Resources and the applicable employee association. Funding is
available in the Department's budget. Total allocations to remain the same.
Public Health: Reclassify 1 flexibly staffed Health Services Assistant position to a flexibly
staffed Inventory/Warehouse Worker position. This reclassification better reflects the duties
currently being performed by the incumbent and was determined through the
reclassification process with Human Resources and the applicable employee association.
Total allocations to remain the same.
Public Works: Add 2 flexibly staffed Information Technology Analyst positions and delete 1
flexibly staffed Information Technology Specialist position and 1 Information Technology
Supervisor position. These changes will better suit the operational needs of the department
and will result in an approximate salary savings of $25,500. Total allocations to remain the
same. (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.7. District Attorney's Office
3.7.a Resolution Authorizing Cal OES Victim Witness Assistance Grant
The Cal OES Victim Witness Assistance Program provides grant funding for the provision
of assistance and advocacy to victims of crime. The District Attorney's Office has applied
for and has received these funds for many years. The funds are used to support the
majority of the Department's Victim Assistance Program.
Cal OES requires authorization by the Board of Supervisors for each jurisdiction, approving
the submission of a grant application and execution of the grant. The Department
recommends that the Board adopt a resolution approving submission of the grant
application and authorizing the District Attorney to sign the application, any amendments,
extensions, and other supporting documents for the grant performance periods October 1,
2026 through September 30, 2027; October 1, 2027 through September 30, 2028; and
October 1, 2028 through September 30, 2029. (DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.8. Fire Department
3.8.a Capital Asset Surplus - Equipment
The Board of Supervisors has authority to declare capital assets as surplus that are no
longer serviceable or no longer needed by the County. In August 2024, Water Tender 45
was severely damaged in an accident and declared a total loss by insurance. The Butte
County Fire Department recommends the Board declare the water tender as surplus and
approve a salvage sale to be coordinated through General Services to comply with all
procedural requirements. (FIRE DEPARTMENT)
Action Requested - 1) DECLARE CAPITAL ASSET SURPLUS TO THE NEEDS OF THE
COUNTY; AND 2) APPROVE THE SALVAGE SALE OF THE WATER TENDER.
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3.9. Department of Public Works
3.9.a Contract with VSS International, Inc. for the Construction of the Rosewood Drive Repair
Project
The Rosewood Drive Repair project is located within the unincorporated community of
Magalia on Rosewood Drive, between Skyway and Northwood Drive, and consists of
roadway improvements to enhance public safety and extend pavement service life. The
work includes clearing and grubbing, traffic control, cape seal, striping, and signage, all in
conformance with the Plans, Specifications, and Special Provisions.
On October 28, 2025, 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). This project was advertised on June 18, 2026, and one bid was received on
July 9, 2026. The lowest responsive and responsible bidder was VSS International, Inc. of
Sacramento, with a bid of $231,211.
The bid exceeded the engineer's estimate $140,000 and was determined to be reasonable
based on current market conditions, rising cost of asphalt work, construction occurring late
in the season, and tight completion deadline of December 2026. The project must be
completed by December 2026 to meet CDBG-DR funding requirements.
The Department recommends that the Board approve the project plans and specifications,
award the contract to VSS International, Inc., and authorize the Director of Public Works or
their designee to sign the contract and order changes or additions in work performed per
Public Contract Code Section 20142. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE THE PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS AND PLANS; 2)
AWARD THE CONTRACT TO VSS INTERNATIONAL, INC.; AND 3) AUTHORIZE THE
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS OR THEIR DESIGNEE TO SIGN THE CONTRACT AND
ORDER CHANGES PER PUBLIC CONTRACT CODE SECTION 20142.
3.9.b Resolution Authorizing the Director of Public Works to Execute a Quitclaim Deed to the
California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) for the State Route 191/Durham-Pentz
Road Roundabout Improvement Project
Caltrans is advancing the State Route 191 (Clark Road) and Durham-Pentz Road
Roundabout Improvement Project to improve traffic operations, enhance public safety, and
reduce vehicle conflict points at the intersection.
To construct the project, Caltrans requires acquisition of a portion of County-owned right-
of-way adjacent to the intersection. Department of Public Works staff have reviewed the
requested conveyance and determined that the County's interest in the affected right-of-
way is no longer required for County transportation purposes. Conveying this interest will
not adversely affect County road operations, maintenance responsibilities, or future
transportation needs.
Caltrans has requested that the County convey its interest in the property by Quitclaim
Deed. The Department recommends approval of the attached Resolution, authorizing the
Director of Public Works, or designee, to execute the Quitclaim Deed and any ancillary
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documents necessary to complete the conveyance on behalf of the County.
Adoption of the Resolution will allow Caltrans to acquire the necessary right-of-way,
consolidate ownership interests within the project limits, and proceed with construction of
the State Route 191/Durham-Pentz Road Roundabout Improvement
Project. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
4. REGULAR AGENDA
4.1 Board Member/Committee Reports and Board Member Comment
Chair Connelly - No comments.
Supervisor Durfee - Attended Grand Opening of a new coffee house in Chico
named Gather; NRA Dinner; met with constituents; attended a meeting in
Sacramento with local law enforcement leaders, Cal Sheriffs, Cal Chiefs, and
State Legislators; heard from both Governor Candidates; retired from Chico
Police Department; and vacationed.
Supervisor Ritter - Attended Hmong Family Fun Day in Oroville; Met with the
Director of Public Works; Director of General Services, and Department of
Development Services staff.
Supervisor Kimmelshue - Working on Vina GSA Groundwater Sustainability
Plan and Vina GSA will be holding a 3:30pm meeting on August 12, 2026, at the
BCAG Conference Center; attended SGMA Working Groups and SGMA Events;
National Night Out in Durham and Gridley; and Butte County Water Commission
meeting regarding data centers and relicensing of Lake Oroville.
Supervisor Teeter - Attended Paradise Elementary School Ribbon Cutting;
North Chico Solar Project - State Permitting Discussion; PG&E Open House
Event regarding undergrounding in the Yankee Hill/Big Bend area; Butte County
Retirement Plan Committee meeting; and Wildfire Reform discussion.
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), Robert F. Owens, Julie Threet, and the
Cameraman.
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4.3 Resolution Adopting Butte County's Job Order Contracting (JOC) Policy and Adopting the
General and Special Provisions for JOC Projects for Public Works
On April 27, 2021, the Board of Supervisors approved contracts with The Gordian Group,
Inc. (Gordian) to provide JOC services for the Departments of General Services and Public
Works, consistent with Public Contract Code section 20128.5. The Board authorized JOC
services up to $250,000 for General Services and $500,000 for Public Works.
JOC is a common alternative delivery method that uses pre-established, competitively bid
unit prices to complete multiple construction and maintenance projects within the annual
contract term. Compared to the transitional design-bid-build process, JOC streamlines
project delivery, reduces administrative burden, and can significantly shorten the time
between project identification and construction compared to the traditional design-bid-build
procurement method. Gordian assists the County in soliciting competitively bid umbrella
contracts and verifying that Job Order work is completed at the established contract price.
Contractors competitively bid on the umbrella contract, with unit prices fixed for the
contract term. Funding for each Job Order is included within the related project budget and
payment to Gordian occurs only when work is completed.
Job Order Contracting (JOC) Policy
The proposed JOC Policy establishes the County's procedures for developing, reviewing,
approving, and executing JOC contracts, Job Orders, and Supplementals. The policy
defines approval authorities and ensures compliance with applicable laws and County
requirements. Under the policy, staff may approve Job Orders and Supplementals within
established thresholds, while those exceeding the delegated authority will be presented to
the Board for approval, providing an appropriate balance of efficiency, transparency, and
oversight.
The Department of General Services and the Department of Public Works recommend that
the Board adopt a resolution approving the JOC Policy and authorizing the administration
of JOC contracts, Job Orders, and Supplementals in accordance with the approval
thresholds established in the policy.
Public Works JOC General and Special Provisions
Since implementation of the JOC program in 2021, the Department of Public Works has
successfully completed numerous minor repair and maintenance projects more efficiently
than would have been possible through traditional procurement methods.
Each JOC umbrella construction contract incorporates standard General and Special
Provisions, including the Construction Task Catalog and Technical Specifications, which
establish the scope of work, unit-price tasks, and technical requirements for future Job
Orders. These documents are updated periodically to reflect current construction practices
and County requirements and are available online:
Technical Specifications:
https://www.buttecounty.ca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7751/Technical-Specifications---
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Construction Task Catalog:
https://www.buttecounty.ca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/13349/Construction-Task-Catalog--
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The Department of Public Works recommends that the Board approve the JOC
Construction Task Catalog and Technical Specifications and authorize the Department to
solicit construction bids and incorporate any final, non-substantive revisions into the bid
documents. Following bid solicitation, all JOC Umbrella Construction Contracts will return
to the Board for award. Individual Job Orders exceeding $500,000 will also return to the
Board for approval in accordance with the new JOC Policy. (DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL
SERVICES/DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - 1) ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN; 2)
ADOPT THE GENERAL AND SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR PUBLIC WORKS JOB
ORDER CONTRACTING PROJECTS; 3) AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC
WORKS TO MAKE FINAL REVISIONS TO THE BID DOCUMENTS PRIOR TO
ADVERTISEMENT, SUBJECT TO COUNTY COUNSEL APPROVAL FOR ANY
CHANGES AFFECTING CONTRACTUAL TERMS OR CONDITIONS; AND 4)
AUTHORIZE THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS TO ADVERTISE FOR AND
SOLICIT FORMAL BIDS FOR THE JOB ORDER CONTRACTING CONSTRUCTION
CATALOG.
Tara Repka Flores, Director of General Services; Colt Esenwein, Director of
Public Works; and Randy Horn, Gordian; presented this item to the Board.
There was no public comment received for this item.
Action: 1) ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN WITH
THE ADDITION TO EXHIBIT A THAT ANY CONTRACT EXCEEDING $1 MILLION
BE PLACED ON THE REGULAR AGENDA FOR BOARD DISCUSSION; 2) ADOPT
THE GENERAL AND SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR PUBLIC WORKS JOB ORDER
CONTRACTING PROJECTS; 3) AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC
WORKS TO MAKE FINAL REVISIONS TO THE BID DOCUMENTS PRIOR TO
ADVERTISEMENT, SUBJECT TO COUNTY COUNSEL APPROVAL FOR ANY
CHANGES AFFECTING CONTRACTUAL TERMS OR CONDITIONS; AND 4)
AUTHORIZE THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS TO ADVERTISE FOR AND
SOLICIT FORMAL BIDS FOR THE JOB ORDER CONTRACTING CONSTRUCTION
CATALOG.
Motioned: Supervisor Ritter
Second: Supervisor Durfee
Motion passed unanimously.
4.4 Palermo Master Drainage Plan
On January 23, 2024, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with West Yost &
Associates for the implementation of the District No. 6 Palermo Master Drainage Plan
project. The project is funded through the Cal OES Hazard Mitigation Grant Program with
the local match requirement provided by the Subdivision Drainage Fund.
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The Palermo area has a long history of localized flooding and has been the subject of
various studies over the past several decades addressing flooding, drinking water supply,
and water quality impacts. Previous efforts to develop comprehensive drainage and
infrastructure solutions date back to the 1970s; however, implementation proved
challenging due to funding constraints and community concerns regarding the cost of
proposed improvements. Flooding continues to result in public safety and emergency
response issues, damage to homes and property, overwhelmed storm drain infrastructure,
roadway erosion, business disruptions, and declining property values.
The development of the Palermo Master Drainage Plan involved an extensive program of
data collection, field investigation, and technical modeling to assess hydrologic and
hydraulic conditions within the Palermo community. These analyses were complemented
by community outreach and coordination with other regional planning efforts. The Master
Drainage Plan identifies seven alternative projects that could be implemented to reduce
potential flooding during certain storm events. The Department of Water and Resource
Conservation will present an overview of the Palermo Master Drainage
Plan. (DEPARTMENT OF WATER & RESOURCE CONSERVATION)
Action Requested - ACCEPT THE PALERMO MASTER DRAINAGE PLAN AS A
PLANNING DOCUMENT TO INFORM FUTURE PROJECT DEVELOPMENT, FUNDING
OPPORTUNITIES, AND IMPLEMENTATION EFFORTS.
Kamie Loeser, Director of Water & Resource Conservation, presented this item
to the Board.
There was no public comment received for this item.
Action: ACCEPT THE PALERMO MASTER DRAINAGE PLAN AS A PLANNING
DOCUMENT TO INFORM FUTURE PROJECT DEVELOPMENT, FUNDING
OPPORTUNITIES, AND IMPLEMENTATION EFFORTS.
Motioned: Supervisor Durfee
Second: Supervisor Ritter
Motion passed unanimously.
4.5 Items Removed from the Consent Agenda for Board Consideration and Action
4.6 Update of Budget, Legislative, and other Current Issues by the Chief Administrative Officer
Comments received by Meegan Jessee, Assistant Chief Administrative Officer.
4.7 Board of Supervisors Public Comment (Continuation as needed)
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5. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND TIMED ITEMS
5.1 10:00 am - Public Hearing - County-Initiated Zoning Code Amendment (PROJ-26-0035) to
Butte County Code Chapter 24, Article IV, Division 1, Section 24-176 "Mobile Food Courts"
This is a County-initiated zoning code amendment of the Butte County Zoning Ordinance
seeking to adopt the proposed section (Butte County Code Chapter 24, Article IV, Division
1, Section 24.176 – Mobile Food Courts). This amendment shall establish mobile food
courts as a land use allowable in Mixed-Use, Commercial, and Industrial Zones subject to
an administrative permit.
The zoning code amendment is exempt from environmental review pursuant to CEQA
Guidelines Section 15268(a) under a ministerial project exemption.
The amendment summarized above is on file and available for public viewing at the Butte
County Department of Development Services, 7 County Center Drive, Oroville, CA 95965.
On May 28, 2026, the Planning Commission passed Resolution PC26-09 with a vote of 3-1
finding the proposed Zoning Code Amendment exempt under section 15268(a) of the
California Environmental Quality Act and recommending adoption with the following
changes:
1. Delete “Residential Use” and use “Residential Zone” and
2. Reduce the 300-foot setback to a 200-foot setback from a Residential Zone.
Staff recommended changes:
1. Allow for overnight storage and replace with daily commissary reporting instead.
(DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES)
Action Requested - ADOPT ORDINANCE AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Paula Daneluk, Director of Development Services, and Alyssa Mendoza,
Assistant Planner, presented this item to the Board.
There was no public comment received for this item.
Action: ADOPT ORDINANCE AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Motioned: Supervisor Ritter
Second: Supervisor Teeter
Motion passed unanimously.
5.2 10:15 am - Public Hearing - County-Initiated Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA25-0005) to
Butte County Code Chapter 24, Article IV, Division 1, Section 24-172.1 "Short-Term Rental
Ordinance"
This is a County-initiated zoning code amendment of Butte County Code, Chapter 24,
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Article IV, Division 1, Section 24-172.1 "Short-Term Rental Ordinance". The proposed
zoning code amendment intends to remove requirements that would restrict the use of
some parcels from the use of a residential dwelling as a short-term rental. The current
ordinance has been in effect for over 6 years, and it has been determined that review and
update/amendment is appropriate based on the changes over the last 6 years. The
updates proposed will provide more flexibility and updated terms.
The amendments include the following sections of the ordinance: Definitions, Applicability,
Minor Use Permit Process, Administrative Permit Renewal Process, Short-Term Rental
Restrictions, Reporting Requirements, and Standards (including occupancy limits).
On May 28, 2026, the Planning Commission passed Resolution PC26-10 on a vote of 5-0
finding the proposed Zoning Code Amendment exempt under section 15061(b)(3) of the
California Environmental Quality Act and recommending adoption of Zoning Code
Amendment ZCA25-0005. (DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES)
Action Requested - ADOPT ORDINANCE AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Supervisor Durfee recused himself and left the Chambers at 10:12 am.
Paula Daneluk, Director of Development Services, and Mark Michelena,
Principle Planner, presented this item to the Board.
There was no public comment received for this item.
Action: ADOPT ORDINANCE AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Motioned: Supervisor Teeter
Second: Supervisor Kimmelshue
Motion passed with a 4-0-1 Vote (Ayes: Supervisors Ritter, Kimmelshue, Teeter,
and Chair Connelly; Nays: None; Recusals: Supervisor Durfee)
Supervisor Durfee returned to the Chambers and was seated at 10:43 am.
6. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CLOSED SESSION
6.1 Public Employee Employment, Appointment, Recruitment, Performance Evaluations,
Including Goals, Discipline/Dismissal/Release, Pursuant to Government Code Section
54957
A. Agricultural Commissioner
B. Behavioral Health Director
C. Chief Administrative Officer
D. Chief Probation Officer
E. Child Support Services Director
F. County Counsel
G. Development Services Director
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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) - Two Cases
a. AquAlliance et al v. County of Butte et al; Butte County Superior Court Case No.
22CV00348
b. California Department of Water Resources v. All Person interested in the matter of the
Authorization of California WaterFix Revenue Bonds; Sacramento County Superior Court
Case No. 34-2017-00215965 (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
August 25, 2026.
ATTEST:
Andy Pickett, Chief Administrative Officer and
Clerk of the Board
Bill Connelly, Chair
Butte County Board of Supervisors
Deputy
Assistant Clerk of the Board
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