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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS
REGULAR AGENDA
AUGUST 25, 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. Clerk-Recorder's Office
3.1.a Budget Amendment and Capital Asset Purchase - Mobile Elections Trailer
On August 4, 2026, the California Department of Finance notified counties that the State
budget includes funding to support local election administration for the November 3, 2026,
General Election. The Clerk-Recorder's Office will receive $171,000, including $145,853
for the purchase of equipment, technology, or space to expedite election administration
and $25,147 for voter outreach and education. The Department plans to use the $145,853
to purchase a mobile elections towable trailer that will provide election services and
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outreach throughout the County while improving accessibility. The remaining $25,147 will
be used to support voter outreach and education activities to increase public awareness of
election information. The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors approve a
budget amendment for $171,000 and the capital asset purchase of $145,853 for a mobile
elections trailer. (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 August 11, 2026, Board of Supervisors Meeting
Minutes. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE AUGUST 11, 2026 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MEETING MINUTES.
3.3. Department of Agriculture
3.3.a Amendment to the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Glassy Winged
Sharp Shooter (GWSS) Agreement
On October 14, 2025 the Board of Supervisors approved a cooperative agreement with
the CDFA for $78,064, with a term of July 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026. The
purpose of the agreement is to fund the County’s ongoing GWSS prevention and control
program, where the County conducts surveys, trapping, inspections, and control activities,
with CDFA reimbursing the County for eligible expenditures. The proposed amendment
extends the term of the agreement from September 30, 2026, to September 30, 2027, and
increases the maximum payable by $55,810, not-to-exceed $133,874. The Agricultural
Commissioner’s Office recommends the Board approve the amendment. The extension
and increase of funds are necessary to perform survey, inspection, and control of the
GWSS while also preserving the ability to amend the agreement when funding becomes
available for the emergency work in response to the Burchell Nursery/Costco GWSS
detection. (DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE)
Action Requested - APPROVE AGREEMENT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.4. Department of Behavioral Health
3.4.a Resolutions Changing Authorized Signatory for Advocates for Human Potential (AHP)
Grants
The Department of Behavioral Health has four State grant agreements that are
administered through AHP: 1) Behavioral Health Bridge Housing Grant; 2) Incompetent to
Stand Trial Diversion and Community Based Restoration Infrastructure (IST); 3)
Behavioral Health Infrastructure Grant Round 1 Bond; and 4) Behavioral Health
Infrastructure Grant Round 4 Bond. Each grant has an existing resolution authorizing the
previous Director of Behavioral Health to sign grant documents. AHP requires a
secondary resolution for each grant, authorizing the new Behavioral Health Director, Dr.
Anthony Hobson, to sign grant documents. The Department recommends the Board of
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Supervisors adopt the four resolutions and authorize the Chair to sign. (DEPARTMENT
OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTIONS (4) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.5. Department of General Services
3.5.a Budget Amendment for Asphalt Parking Lot at Fire Station 33, Magalia
On July 28, 2026, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with 2C Land and Timber
Management Corp. for the removal and replacement of the existing asphalt parking lot at
Fire Station 33 in Magalia. During the summer of 2025, the parking lot at Butte County
Fire Station 33 sustained significant damage following an incident involving the apparatus
bay door. After the bay door was compromised, fire apparatus were required to use an
alternate access route through the front parking lot to enter the apparatus bay. Continued
use of the route by heavy emergency vehicles resulted in substantial deterioration of the
existing asphalt surface, necessitating full replacement.
The project will be fully funded through insurance proceeds received from the original
apparatus bay door incident. The Department of General Services recommends the Board
of Supervisors approve a budget amendment of $253,300 to fund the completion of
construction. (DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
3.5.b Contract with Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. (Raftelis) for Review of Service Delivery
Practices of the Department of General Services
The Department of General Services provides a wide range of services in support of
countywide operations, including Contracts/Purchasing, Facilities Services (Janitorial,
Grounds, Maintenance, Construction), Safety, Real Property Management, Surplus, and
Mail/Courier Services. The appointment of a new department head, implementation of the
Workday ERP system, and selection of a new project management software system have
created a unique opportunity for an in-depth review of internal processes and controls to
maximize the use of available tools, reduce or eliminate manual and duplicative
processes, and provide more efficient and higher quality services. The Departments of
General Services and County Administration recently issued an RFP seeking qualified
consulting firms to conduct a comprehensive review of the service delivery structure,
organization, and operational practices of the Department of General Services.
Representatives from the Sheriff's Office, County Administration, and the Auditor-
Controller's Office participated in the review process and Raftelis achieved the highest
score among the 9 responses to the RFP. Raftelis will conduct in-person meetings with
staff and interviews with County departments that rely on services provided by General
Services as they document existing processes and identify areas of improvement. The
review and documentation process is expected to occur over a 6-month period. The
proposed contract period of one year would allow for change management and
implementation assistance that are not included in the initial engagement but are included
as optional add-ins.
The Department of General Services recommends the Board of Supervisors approve a
contract with Raftelis from September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2027, in an amount not-to-
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exceed $97,500 for the comprehensive review of service delivery and operational
practices in the Department of General Services. (DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL
SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT 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:
Behavioral Health: Add 1 flexibly staffed Behavioral Health Education Specialist position
and delete 1 Behavioral Health Education Supervisor position. This change will better suit
the needs of the department. Positions are funded by Substance Use Block Grant funds.
The estimated salary and benefits savings is $41,647. Total allocations to remain the
same.
General Services: Add 1 flexibly staffed Administrative Analyst position and delete 1
Facilities Services Coordinator position to better meet the needs of the department. The
difference in position cost will be covered by salary savings. Total allocations to remain
the same.
Amend Section 28O of Ordinance No. 4273 of the County of Butte entitled “Classifications
With Flat Rate Assignments” by adding a new extra help, flat rate classification titled
"Public Health Microbiologist Trainee" set at an hourly rate of $19.30. (DEPARTMENT OF
HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.6.b Resolution Extending Temporary Law Enforcement Referral Bonus Program through
August 31, 2027
On November 18, 2025, the Board of Supervisors approved an updated temporary Law
Enforcement Referral Bonus Program to assist with staff recruitment and subsequent
retention issues that have existed the last several years. The Program utilizes department
salary savings to pay the $1,500 bonus for successful referrals. The Sheriff's Office and
Probation Department recommend extending the term of this Referral Bonus Program
retroactive from June 30, 2026, through August 31, 2027. This program continues to be
part of the success of attracting new staff into law enforcement positions and to date, the
Referral Bonus Program has successfully paid 41 Referral Bonuses over the past two
years. (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.7. Department of Public Health
3.7.a Health Care Program for Children in Foster Care Certification
The Department of Public Health operates the Health Care Program for Children in Foster
Care. This program provides a Public Health Nurse to coordinate the healthcare needs of
children in foster care, such as their developmental, dental, and mental health needs. The
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Public Health Nurse ensures that identified health needs are monitored and supports the
continuity of health care services for children while in foster care placements. The
Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) guidelines and regulations require an annual
Certification Statement agreeing to comply with all applicable provisions of the Health and
Safety Code, Welfare and Institutions Code, and the Integrated Systems of Care Plan and
Fiscal Guidelines Manual. The Department recommends the Board of Supervisors
approve and sign the annual certification statement and authorize the Department to
submit to DHCS. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE THE CERTIFICATION STATEMENT, 2) AUTHORIZE
THE CHAIR TO SIGN, AND 3) AUTHORIZE THE DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR TO
SUBMIT TO DHCS.
3.8. Department of Water & Resource Conservation
3.8.a Resolution Proclaiming September 2, 2026 as Protect Your Groundwater Day
Groundwater is a critical component of Butte County’s water resources, supporting
residential, agricultural, commercial, environmental, and other community needs.
Protecting groundwater quality and maintaining sustainable groundwater resources are
essential to the long-term reliability and resilience of the County’s water supply. Protect
Your Groundwater Day provides an opportunity to increase public awareness of the
importance of groundwater and the shared responsibility of residents, agricultural
producers, businesses, water agencies, local governments, and other stakeholders in
protecting this essential resource. The observance also complements ongoing local and
regional efforts to monitor, manage, and sustainably use groundwater resources.
The Department of Water and Resource Conservation recommends that the Board of
Supervisors adopt a resolution proclaiming September 2, 2026, as Protect Your
Groundwater Day in Butte County. The proclamation encourages residents, businesses,
agricultural producers, water users, and community organizations to learn about
groundwater resources, practice responsible water use, and support efforts to protect
groundwater quality and sustainability for current and future generations. (DEPARTMENT
OF WATER & RESOURCE CONSERVATION)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.8.b Ratify Letter of Support for the Thermalito Water and Sewer District Restoration of
Concow Reservoir Storage Capacity Funding Request
The Thermalito Water and Sewer District provides water for approximately 12,200
residents within the Thermalito community. As a result of the Camp Fire in 2018, the
capacity of the Concow Reservoir has been significantly reduced by increased sediment
and debris accumulation from subsequent winter storms and precipitation. The loss of
capacity in the Concow Reservoir threatens the long-term drinking water reliability for this
area. The District is requesting that the State prioritize funding for restoration of Concow
Reservoir storage capacity. Due to the submittal timeline, staff provided the letter of
support to Thermalito Water and Sewer District to include in their request to the State. The
Department of Water and Resource Conservation recommend the Board of Supervisors
ratify the letter of support. (DEPARTMENT OF WATER & RESOURCE CONSERVATION)
Action Requested - RATIFY LETTER OF SUPPORT.
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3.9. District Attorney's Office
3.9.a Real Estate Fraud Annual Report for FY 2025-26
Pursuant to Government Code section 27388, and Board of Supervisors Resolution, a fee
is paid at the time of recording certain real estate documents for the purpose of providing
funds for the District Attorney to deter, investigate, and prosecute real estate fraud through
the Real Estate Fraud Investigation and Prosecution Program. In accordance with annual
reporting requirements, the District Attorney's Office submits its annual report to the Board
of Supervisors regarding the effectiveness of the Real Estate Fraud Investigation and
Prosecution Program. (DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION.
3.9.b Agreement and Certification with United States Department of Justice (DOJ) for Federal
Equitable Sharing Program
The District Attorney's Office participates in the Federal Equitable Sharing Program, which
is part of the DOJ Asset Forfeiture Program. This nationwide initiative helps law
enforcement remove tools of crime from criminal organizations, deprive wrongdoers of the
proceeds of the crimes, recover property that may be used to compensate victims, and
deter criminal activity. An annual Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification must be
electronically filed with the DOJ by the County on behalf of the District Attorney's Office.
The agreement and certification for FY 2025-26 have been prepared and summarize
program expenditures and revenues. In FY 2025-26, the District Attorney's Office
received $4,188 and $0 was expended. The District Attorney's Office recommends the
Board of Supervisors approve the Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification for FY
2025-26 and authorize electronic submission. (DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE THE EQUITABLE SHARING AGREEMENT AND
CERTIFICATION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN; AND 2) AUTHORIZE
ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION.
3.10. Sheriff-Coroner's Office
3.10.a Agreement and Certification with the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) for
Federal Equitable Sharing Program
The Sheriff’s Office and the Butte Interagency Narcotics Task Force (BINTF) participate
in the Federal Equitable Sharing Program, which is part of the DOJ Asset Forfeiture
Program. This nationwide initiative helps law enforcement remove tools of crime from
criminal organizations, deprive wrongdoers of the proceeds of their crimes, recover
property that may be used to compensate victims, and deter criminal activity. An annual
Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification must be electronically filed with the DOJ
by the County on behalf of the Sheriff's Office and BINTF. The agreement and
certification for FY 2025-26 have been prepared and summarize program expenditures
and revenues. In FY 2025-26, BINTF and the Sheriff's Office received $2,386 and
expended $0. The Sheriff's Office recommends the Board of Supervisors approve the
Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification for FY 2025-26 and authorize electronic
submission. (SHERIFF-CORONER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE THE EQUITABLE SHARING AGREEMENT AND
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CERTIFICATION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN; AND 2) AUTHORIZE
ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION.
3.10.b Capital Asset Purchase and Budget Amendment for Regulatory Information Management
System (RIMS) Mobile License
The Sheriff's Office has utilized RIMS for computer-aided dispatch, reports, and records
management since 2017 and has an approved standardization for continued use of the
system. The Sheriff's Office is expanding the use of RIMS to include a mobile component,
which will allow deputies to utilize in-car computers. In order to support the expansion, the
Sheriff's Office must pay for licensing, installation, and one-year annual support fees for
RIMS Mobile. The Sheriff's Office recommends the Board of Supervisors approve the
capital asset purchase and support fees for a total cost of $96,560 and approve a budget
amendment to increase appropriation and transfer funds from the Sheriff's Office Rural
County sub-fund for the purchase of RIMS Mobile. (SHERIFF-CORONER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE CAPITAL ASSET PURCHASE; AND 2) APPROVE
BUDGET AMENDMENT (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
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 Appointments to the Butte County Behavioral Health Advisory Board (BHAB)
The BHAB was established pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code section 5604 to
review and evaluate the community’s mental health needs, services, facilities and special
problems. The BHAB consists of a minimum of 10 members, with 50% of the membership
being consumers or family members of consumers who are receiving or have received
mental health services; one member of the Board of Supervisors; one law enforcement
representative; one youth representative; one Veteran or Veteran advocate and at least
one community member with knowledge of the mental health care system.
The BHAB recommends the Board of Supervisors appoint Zia Miller as a Member under
the age of 25 to serve a one-year term ending August 24, 2027, and Kirsten Storne to
serve as Community Member to serve a three-year term ending August 24,
2029. (OTHER)
Action Requested - APPOINT ZIA MILLER TO THE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ADVISORY
BOARD AS A MEMBER 25 YEARS OF AGE OR YOUNGER, TO SERVE A ONE-YEAR
TERM ENDING AUGUST 24, 2027, AND KIRSTEN STORNE, AS COMMUNITY
MEMBER TO SERVE A THREE-YEAR TERM ENDING AUGUST 24, 2029.
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4.4 Appointment to the Forest Advisory Committee (FAC)
The Board of Supervisors established the FAC to facilitate public involvement and ensure
County coordination with federal, State, and non-governmental partners as it pertains to
utilization and management of public lands. The FAC consists of 5 public members and 5
alternates representing the following areas of interest: 1) Agriculture/Timber Management;
2) Recreation – Motorized; 3) Recreation – Non-Motorized; 4) Environmental & Watershed
Management; 5) Economic/Tourism.
One application has been received from Seth Mitchell, requesting appointment as the
Agriculture/Timber Management Alternate. If appointed, Mr. Mitchell would serve a term
ending December 31, 2029. (OTHER)
Action Requested - APPOINT SETH MITCHELL AS THE AGRICULTURE/TIMBER
MANAGEMENT ALTERNATE ON THE FOREST ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO SERVE A
TERM ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2029.
4.5 Update from Pioneer Community Energy (Pioneer) on Customer Engagement Plans in
Butte County
On October 8, 2024, the Board of Supervisors directed staff to move forward with Pioneer,
a JPA serving El Dorado and Placer Counties as well as several cities. Pioneer is a
Community Choice Aggregator (CCA) allowing local governments to procure electricity
generation on behalf of residents and businesses at wholesale market rates while still
utilizing the existing transmission and distribution infrastructure of utilities like PG&E.
Pioneer prioritizes ratepayer savings and local control, working to provide competitive
electricity rates to residents and businesses. On December 19, 2024, the Pioneer
Governing Board approved expansion efforts, and the Cities of Chico and Oroville, as well
as the Town of Paradise, voted to join the JPA. On February 11, 2025, the Board adopted
a resolution to become a member of Pioneer and adopted an ordinance to join the Pioneer
CCA. Pioneer plans to launch their services in Butte County in late 2027 and will provide
an update on their customer outreach and enrollment plans. (COUNTY
ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION.
4.6 Development Opportunities for 15424 Hwy 99, Chico (APN 047-100-188)
On July 28, 2026, the Board of Supervisors directed staff to provide an informational
presentation regarding the potential revitalization of a parcel located at 15424 Hwy 99,
Chico (APN 047-100-188) in the north County that has a history of various commercial
uses and vacant buildings. Staff will present potential pathways for redevelopment of the
site, including associated timelines and costs. (DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES)
Action Requested - PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF.
4.7 Contract Amendments (21) for Indigent Defense Services
The County is required by State and federal law to provide an attorney for persons
charged with a crime or in other special circumstances, if they cannot afford an attorney.
Butte County contracts for this service with a consortium of local attorneys who provide
indigent defense services. The consortium has been an effective component of the
criminal justice system, and has the support of the Superior Court Bench, District Attorney,
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Chief Probation Officer, and Sheriff.
The County's existing consortium contracts will expire June 30, 2027. There are currently
17 full-time, three half-time, and one part-time attorney in the consortium, providing
indigent defense services for the criminal courts, mental health court, veterans' court,
probate conservatorship proceedings, DUI court, family court contempt cases, domestic
violence court, drug court, parole revocations, sexual violent predator proceedings, pretrial
and post-trial extraordinary writs. The consortium selects an attorney to serve as the
Executive Director, who is responsible for the administration of the consortium and for
securing investigator services for the consortium.
Staff and the consortium have negotiated a four-year amendment. The rates for the
Executive Director and investigator services remain unchanged. County Administration
recommends the Board of Supervisors approve 21 indigent defense contract
amendments. The amendments extend the term of each contract for four years, through
June 30, 2031, and increase the maximum payable amount per attorney by 6% for fiscal
years 2027-28, 2028-29, 2029-30 and 3% for fiscal year 2030-31. The annual rate per
attorney is as follows: full-time attorneys, $190,885 the first year, increasing to $220,913
the final year; half-time attorneys, $90,040 the first year, increasing to $104,204 the final
year; part-time attorneys, $47,721 the first year, increasing to $55,229 the final
year. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE AMENDMENTS (21) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
4.8 CalPERS Health Termination Resolution for the Professional Employees Association
The employees of the Professional Employees Association had a majority of their
membership vote through a valid recognition election to have Teamsters Local 137 as
their recognized employee organization and to terminate their membership with CalPERS
Health and move to Teamsters Health Insurance. With this vote, CalPERS requires a
resolution terminating the unit from CalPERS Health for the upcoming calendar year. This
resolution must be adopted by the Board of Supervisors no later than September 11,
2026, in order to take effect January 1, 2027. Adopting this resolution within CalPERS
required timelines will allow this group of employees to have access to Teamsters Health
Insurance effective January 1, 2027. (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
4.9 Items Removed from the Consent Agenda for Board Consideration and Action
4.10 Update of Budget, Legislative, and other Current Issues by the Chief Administrative Officer
4.11 Board of Supervisors Public Comment (Continuation as needed)
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND TIMED ITEMS
5.1 10:00 am - Public Hearing - Appeal of Verizon Wireless & Everest Infrastructure Partners
Telecommunication Facility Conditional Use Permit (UP25-0003)
Appeal of the Planning Commission's approval of Conditional Use Permit (UP25-0003) for
Verizon Wireless & Everest Infrastructure Partners, for the proposed construction and
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operation of a new unmanned wireless communications tower.
The project includes a 100-foot-tall monopole, with an additional 5-foot lightning rod, for a
total of 105 feet, nine panel antennas mounted on the tower, along with supporting
communication equipment, including a microwave antenna, GPS antenna, and related
electronic equipment. The project will also include a fenced 50-foot equipment area
containing two ground-mounted equipment cabinets, utility equipment and a fiber
connection. Additionally, there is a proposed 30-kilowatt emergency backup generator with
a 203-gallon diesel fuel tank and a new driveway providing access from Flag Creek Road.
The project site is located on the north side of Flag Creek Road, approximately 1,950 feet
east of Coal Canyon Road, approximately 5.8 miles north of Oroville (APN 041-140-023).
An Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration were prepared pursuant to the
California Environmental Quality Act and were previously circulated for public review.
The Planning Commission considered this item at public hearings held on February 26,
2026 and April 23, 2026. After consideration of all the facts presented at the public
hearing, including the Initial Study and Negative Declaration, staff reports, and all written
and verbal public testimony, along with the applicant reducing the height of the tower to
100 feet, the Planning Commission approved the project on April 23, 2026, with a 4-0-1
vote. The Planning Commission's approval was subsequently appealed on May 1, 2026.
The Board of Supervisors opened the noticed public hearing on the appeal on July 28,
2026 and continued the hearing, time certain, to August 25, 2026 at 10:00
am. (DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
5.2 10:15 am - Public Hearing - Appeal of Hurleton West Telecommunication Facility
Conditional Use Permit (PROJ-25-0006)
Appeal of the Planning Commission's approval of Conditional Use Permit (PROJ-25-0006)
for Vertical Bridge, LLC., for the proposed construction and operation of a 100-foot-tall
wireless telecommunications monopine tower on a 4.91-acre parcel located at 77 Weger
Road.
The project is located 1,400 feet north of Forbestown Road, in the unincorporated
community of Hurleton, east of Oroville (Assessor Parcel Number: 072-190-038). The
tower and associated equipment would be located within a 2,500-square-foot (50' x 50')
enclosed lease area and secured by an 8-foot-tall chain-link fence with green privacy
slats. Project construction includes the underground installation of electrical service from
an existing utility pole located approximately 290 feet east of the site, which requires
trenching along that alignment. Access to the facility would be provided by a 12-foot-wide
gravel driveway within a 15-foot-wide access easement from Weger Road. The facility
would include a backup diesel generator and is designed to accommodate future co-
location by additional wireless carriers.
A Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) has been prepared pursuant to the California
Environmental Quality Act. The Initial Study and MND for this project were previously
circulated for public review. The staff report and all associated documents from the
Planning Commission meeting are included for the Board's consideration of this appeal.
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The Planning Commission considered this item at a public hearing held on April 23, 2026.
After consideration of all the facts presented at the public hearing, including the Initial
Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration, staff reports, and all written and verbal public
testimony, the Planning Commission approved the project with a 5-0 vote. The Planning
Commission's approval was subsequently appealed on May 4, 2026.
The Board of Supervisors opened the noticed public hearing on the appeal on July 28,
2026 and continued the hearing, time certain, to August 25, 2026 at 10:15
am. (DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
5.3 10:30 am - Public Hearing - Resolution Adopting Service Charges for County Service
Areas (CSAs) and Permanent Road Divisions (PRDs) for Fiscal Year 2026-27
CSAs and PRDs are a type of dependent special district governed by the Board of
Supervisors. Some CSAs and PRDs are funded by service charges to property owners
within the district. These service charges are set annually by the Board based on needs as
anticipated in the adopted CSA and PRD budgets. The process for establishing charges is
laid out in Government Code section 25215.5 for CSAs, and Streets and Highway Code
section 1178 for PRDs.
The Departments of General Services, Public Health, and Public Works manage the areas
funded with service charges and prepare an annual budget for anticipated expenses in
that given year. Based on these budgets, the recommended parcel charges are
calculated. These charges cannot exceed the maximum voter-approved amount
previously established pursuant to Proposition 218 election (the Right to Vote on Taxes
Act). Four CSAs are recommended to receive parcel service charge increases for FY
2026-27; CSAs 82, 128, 141, and 172. In addition, two new PRDs were established for
FY 2026-27: Moon Tower Estates Subdivision, Zone 6, and Orchardcrest Estates
Subdivision, Zone 7.
County Administration recommends the Board adopt the proposed parcel service charges
as laid out in Exhibit A of the Resolution. Service charges are posted online at: FY-2026-
27-Parcel-Charges---County-Service-Areas-and-Permanent-Road-Divisions. (COUNTY
ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
5.4 10:45 am - Public Hearing - Resolution Amending the Master Fee Schedule for Services
Provided by the Clerk-Recorder's Office
The Butte County Master Fee Schedule is a schedule of fees for services provided by
County Departments. Departments review their fees throughout the year and may
recommend changes as needed. Effective January 1, 2027, as required by Senate Bill
255, the Clerk-Recorder's Office will be implementing a new program to send Property
Transfer Notifications for all Deeds, Deeds of Trust, Quitclaim Deeds, and Mortgages. This
notice serves as a courtesy and alert to property owners that the ownership transfer has
taken place. The purpose of the new fee is to achieve full cost recovery for costs
associated with the new state mandated Property Transfer Notification Program.The
Clerk-Recorder's Office recommends the Board of Supervisors approve adding one new
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fee for the Property Transfer Notification Program effective January 1, 2027. (COUNTY
ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
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 Actual litigation pursuant to Gov. Code Sec. 54956.9(d)(1) - One Case
a. Brenda Hartman v. Butte County; Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No.
ADJ22413076 (Claim Number: 2597100078) (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
6.3 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:
Tony Hobson
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:
Tara Repka Flores
Human Resources:
Sheri Waters
Information Systems:
Paul LaValley
Library:
Misty Wright
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, Suite 205, 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 County website at
buttecounty.ca.gov under Board of Supervisors Meetings.
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 on the County Website. A copy of the agenda
and supporting materials, is available for review at the County Administrative Office
or on the Butte County website at buttecounty.ca.gov. Copies of supporting materials
can be produced for a fee. Any communication or public comment submitted to the
Board of Supervisors after agenda distribution, will be attached to item on the County
website following the meeting.
Agenda Format and Meeting Order:
The agenda is organized and generally considered in the following order:
1. Consent Agenda
Items on the Consent Agenda are considered routine in nature and are typically
approved by a single motion and vote of the Board. Members of the public who wish
to comment on a Consent Agenda item may complete a speaker card (available near
the entrance to the Board Chambers) and submit it to the Clerk of the Board, seated
to the right of the Board. Participants attending remotely may use the “Raise Hand”
feature when the Chair opens public comment for the Consent Agenda. Any item
removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion will be considered later during the
Regular Agenda.
2. Public Comment
This portion of the meeting provides an opportunity for members of the public to
address the Board on matters that are not listed on the agenda. State law prohibits
the Board from taking action on items not appearing on the agenda; however, the
Board may respond to comments, answer questions, or provide direction to staff.
Public comment is limited to three (3) minutes per speaker.
3. Regular Agenda
The Regular Agenda includes presentations, reports, and other items requiring
discussion and/or Board action. Items removed from the Consent Agenda are also
considered during this portion of the meeting.
4. Public Hearings and Timed Items
Public Hearings and other timed items are scheduled as required by law or by the
nature of the matter being considered. While these items may begin after their
posted time, they will not begin before the scheduled time.
5. Closed Session
Under certain circumstances authorized by law, the Board may meet in Closed Session
to discuss specific matters. The agenda identifies the items to be considered during
Closed Session, which are not open to public participation.
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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
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.
Remote Participation Information:
Members of the public may attend and participate in Board of Supervisors meetings
remotely via Zoom online and by phone.
Zoom Webinar Access
Webinar Link:
https://buttecounty-net.zoom.us/j/87296220805
Telephone Access
Members of the public may also participate by telephone:
Dial: +1 669 444 9171 US
Webinar ID: 872 9622 0805
Individuals wishing to provide public comment through Zoom may use the “Raise
Hand” function or press *9 if participating by telephone. To mute/unmute your
phone, press *6. Staff will call on participants in the order received.
*If you need help participating remotely using zoom, please call County
Administration at 530.552.3300 for assistance.
Accessibility Accommodations
The County is committed to making Board meetings accessible to everyone. If you
need accommodations to participate, please contact us at least three days before
the meeting by calling 530.552.3300 or emailing
ClerkoftheBoard@buttecounty.ca.gov.
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:
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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Board of Supervisors Agenda – Commonly Used Acronyms:
– Assembly Bill – Emergency Operations Center
– Assessor’s Parcel Number – Environmental Protection Agency
– Air Quality Management Act – Final Environmental Impact Report
– American Rescue Plan Act – Federal Emergency Management Agency
– Butte County Association of Governments – Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
– Bottom Line Up Front – Fiscal Year
– Board of Equalization – General Plan
– Butte County Fire Department – Groundwater Sustainability Agency
– Butte County General Plan – Infrastructure Master Plan
– Butte County Office of Education – Joint Powers Authority
– Butte County Sheriff’s Office – Local Agency Formation Commission
– Butte Interagency Narcotics Task Force – Memorandum of Understanding
– Butte Regional Conservation Plan – Minor Use Permit
– California Department of Forestry and Fire – Notice of Completion
– California Office of Emergency Services – Notice of Preparation
– California Department of Transportation – Office of Emergency Management
– Community Development Block Grant Rural County Representatives of California
– California Environmental Quality Act – Request for Proposals
– County Service Area – Senate Bill
– The California State Association of Counties – Sutter Butte Flood Control Agency
– Draft Environmental Impact Report – Sustainable Groundwater Management Act
– Durham Irrigation District – Self-Help Assistance and Referral Program
– Department of Transportation – Technical Advisory Committee
– Department of Water Resources – United States Department of Agriculture
– Environmental Impact Report – Year-to-date