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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS
REGULAR AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 8, 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 Resolution Setting Property Tax Rates in the County of Butte for Fiscal Year 2026-27
In accordance with Government Code section 29100, the Board of Supervisors is required
to adopt by resolution the rates of property taxes on the secured roll. State law requires
that the property tax rate not exceed the 1% limit specified in the Constitution except for
voter-approved indebtedness. For voter-approved indebtedness, the Board is also
required to adopt the rates necessary to support the annual debt requirement within each
specific school district on or before October 3 of each year.
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Under Education Code section 15250, the County must collect a yearly property tax from
residents within a school district to pay off outstanding district bonds. This annual tax must
generate enough money to cover both the bond interest and the principal payments before
they mature.
The Board has previously authorized the issuance of each voter-approved bond via
resolution and directed the Auditor-Controller to maintain on its tax roll and all subsequent
tax rolls, taxes sufficient to fulfill the requirements of the debt service schedules for those
bonds. (AUDITOR-CONTROLLER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.2. County Administration
3.2.a Approval of Board of Supervisors Meeting Minutes
Submitted for approval are the August 25, 2026, Board of Supervisors Meeting
Minutes. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE AUGUST 25, 2026 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MEETING MINUTES.
3.2.b Resolution Proclaiming September 2026 as National Preparedness Month
September is National Preparedness Month, providing an opportunity to ensure everyone
is better prepared to respond, recover, and stay safe during disasters. Taking simple steps
such as creating an emergency plan, building a "go bag" based on tips from the Butte
County Fire Department’s “Be Ready, Butte!” web site, and signing up for the Sheriff’s
Office emergency alerts can make a difference when an incident occurs. Butte County
Administration recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution recognizing the
month of September 2026 as National Preparedness Month. (COUNTY
ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN
3.2.c Contract Amendment with CivicPlus for Agenda Management Software
On October 3, 2023, the County entered into a contract with CivicPlus for software
services for creating and managing meeting agendas, minutes, data archives, and
livestream services. Staff recommends the Board approve the contract amendment with
CivicPlus for agenda management software, extending the term of the contract by one
year through October 3, 2027, increasing the maximum financial obligation by $29,187, a
5% increase from the prior fiscal year, not-to-exceed $110,491. All other terms remain the
same. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.2.d Approval of Coalition Letter Seeking Executive Order to Enhance Flood Preparedness
In 2023, Governor Newsom recognized the need for local agencies to act quickly to
protect the public from floods resulting from historic storms, and issued, among many
other measures, Executive Order N-10-23, which provided a carefully tailored waiver for
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flood infrastructure projects covering a number of state environmental permits, including
CEQA, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and State Water Board programs in
certain high-risk regions of the state. CSAC is requesting counties sign on to a letter to the
Governor requesting a new executive order to grant needed emergency authority to get
ready for the storm season which has the potential to be amplified due to current El Niño
conditions. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE LETTER AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.3 County Counsel's Office
3.3.a Contract with BTR Consulting LLC for Attorney Services
County Counsel recommends the Board of Supervisors approve a contract with BTR
Consulting LLC for professional attorney services relating to mental health best practices
at the Jail and related matters. The term of the contract is date of execution through
September 8, 2029, not-to-exceed $250,000. (COUNTY COUNSEL)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.4. Department of Child Support Services
3.4.a Request to Adjust Public Office Hours for Departmental All-Staff Meetings
The Department of Child Support Services recommends the Board of Supervisors
approve an adjustment to regular public office hours on October 28, 2026 and March 10,
2027, to accommodate departmental All-Staff Meetings.
Regular Public Hours:
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Adjusted Public Hours for October 28, 2026:
Open: 8:00 am - 11:30 am
Closed for All-Staff Meeting 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Reopen: 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Adjusted Public Hours for March 10, 2027:
Open: 8:00 am - 9:00 am
Closed for All-Staff Meeting: 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Reopen: 11:30 am - 5:00 pm
This adjustment will allow all department employees to attend the meetings in person,
ensuring consistent communication, access to training, and full participation in discussions
and activities. During the closure, call center operations will be maintained by routing
incoming calls to other regional child support call centers, in accordance with established
protocols. (DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SUPPORT SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE ADJUSTED PUBLIC OFFICE HOURS.
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3.5. Department of General Services
3.5.a Project Approval and Budget Amendment for Flooring Replacement at 308 Nelson
Avenue, Oroville
The County-owned facility located at 308 Nelson Avenue in Oroville houses the
Department of Information Systems and the Department of Water & Resource
Conservation. The existing flooring at this location was evaluated prior to initiating the
HVAC replacement project for the facility. While the flooring was found to be in poor
condition generally and near the end of its useful life, it was not considered a sufficient
hazard to prioritize replacement over vital structural repairs at other County facilities.
On May 26, 2026, the Board of Supervisors directed staff to return with a plan to replace
the flooring at 308 Nelson. The Departments of General Services, Information Systems,
and Water & Resource Conservation herewith submit a project for approval to replace the
current flooring at a cost of $257,800 and a budget amendment using General Fund
Appropriations for Contingencies to finance the project. If approved, the budget
amendment will reduce the General Fund Appropriations for Contingencies balance to
$10,450,421. (DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT USING GENERAL FUND
APPROPRIATIONS FOR CONTINGENCIES (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED); AND 2) APPROVE
PROJECT.
3.5.b Resolution Authorizing the Department of General Services to Retain Records
Electronically on a Trusted System
The Department of General Services recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt a
resolution and policy authorizing the Department to: 1) convert hard copy (physical)
records into electronic records; 2) retain the electronic image of the records on a trusted
system; and 3) destroy physical records only after compliance with the policy and
procedures. The recommended resolution and policy are consistent with State
requirements for the use of a trusted system for electronic records retention and were
developed with consultation of the Department of Information Systems. (DEPARTMENT
OF GENERAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.5.c Contract Amendment with Jayson Architecture for Facility Improvements at County Library
Branches in Oroville and Chico
On November 12, 2024, the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with Jayson
Architecture in the amount of $1,514,711 for design services associated with the Oroville
and Chico Branch Library remodel projects. On November 7, 2025, the Department of
General Services executed an amendment in the amount of $55,870 for additional design
services related to fire alarm upgrades, signage, and wayfinding improvements.
Following recent events, the Department reevaluated the completed design sets for both
branches with assistance from security consultants. Based on their recommendations,
additional design services were identified as necessary to enhance building egress,
incorporate a notification and public-address system, improve security rooms, and address
other security-related needs. The Department requested Jayson Architecture to provide
these additional design services consistent with the consultants' recommendations. The
proposed services total $133,122, including $74,118 for the Oroville Branch and $59,004
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for the Chico Branch.
The Department recommends amending the contract with Jayson Architecture for
additional design services. The amendment increases the maximum payable amount by
$133,122, not-to-exceed $1,703,703. All other terms remain the same. (DEPARTMENT
OF GENERAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO
SIGN.
3.6. Department of Human Resources
3.6.a Side Letter Agreement — Professional Employees Association Unit Modification to
Teamsters Mid-Management
On August 14, 2026, the employees of the Professional Employees Association (PEA)
had a majority of their membership vote through a valid recognition election to have
Teamsters Local 137 as their recognized employee organization. With this election, PEA
and Teamsters Local 137 have agreed and stipulated to a unit modification that moves all
PEA classifications into the existing Teamsters Mid-Management Unit. Moving forward, all
PEA employees and classifications covered by this Side Letter Agreement shall be
entitled to and governed by all provisions in the current approved Teamsters Mid-
Management Unit 2025-2029 MOU and all future negotiated Teamsters Mid-Management
Unit MOUs, including the provisions outlined in this Side Letter Agreement from the
previously negotiated 2025-2029 Professional Employees Association
MOU. (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES)
Action Requested - APPROVE SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.6.b 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:
Employment and Social Services: Add 1 Program Manager position. The Department will
return to delete 1 position due to anticipated retirement once the position is vacated. This
change better suits the needs of the Department. Following these changes, the
Department anticipates ongoing annual savings of approximately $3,000. Total allocations
to temporarily increase by 1.
Human Resources: Amend Section 28I of Ordinance No. 4273 of the County of Butte
entitled "Professional Employees' Unit" by moving the following classifications from
Section 28I to Section 28E of Ordinance No. 4273 of the County of Butte entitled
"Teamsters Mid-Management": Agricultural Biologist/Weights & Measures Inspector
I/II/III/IV; Behavioral Health Emergency and Forensic Psychiatric Nurse I/II/III; Certified
Nurse Practitioner; County Architect; Epidemiologist; Occupational Therapist;
Occupational Therapy Assistance; Physical Therapist; Physical Therapy Assistant;
Physician's Assistant; Psychiatric Nurse I/II/III; Psychiatrist; Public Health Microbiologist
I/II; Public Health Nurse I/II/III; Senior Behavioral Health Emergency and Forensic
Psychiatric Nurse; Senior Occupational Therapist; Senior Physical Therapist; Senior
Public Health Microbiologist; Senior Public Health Nurse; Senior Staff Nurse; and Staff
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Nurse I/II. All applicable parties have agreed to a bargaining unit modification that will
move the above-mentioned classifications from the Professional Employees Unit to the
Teamsters Mid-Management Unit. This requested change will finalize the unit modification
effective the pay period beginning September 12, 2026. (DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN
RESOURCES)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.7. Department of Public Works
3.7.a Capital Asset Surplus - Vehicle and Equipment for Auction
The Board of Supervisors has authority to declare vehicles surplus that are no longer
serviceable or no longer needed by the County. This must be done to allow auctioning of
the items. The Department of Public Works recommends that the Board declare fifteen
vehicles and nine pieces of equipment as surplus to the needs of the County; remove the
vehicles and equipment from the capital asset ledger, and authorize the County
Purchasing Agent to auction the items. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - DECLARE CAPITAL ASSETS (24) SURPLUS TO THE NEEDS OF
THE COUNTY.
3.7.b Butte County Local Road Safety Plan (LRSP) — 2026 Update
The Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) is an important federal funding source
used by the Department of Public Works to implement roadway safety improvements. On
December 14, 2021, the Board of Supervisors accepted the County’s first LRSP. The
2021 LRSP established a framework for identifying, analyzing, and prioritizing roadway
safety improvements and supported the County’s continued eligibility to compete for HSIP
funding. Caltrans requires an LRSP to be updated and validated at least every five years
for HSIP eligibility, and strongly recommends approval of the plan and its updates by the
local agency’s Board. In accordance with these requirements, Public Works has
completed the 2026 update to the Butte County LRSP for consideration by the Board.
The 2026 LRSP incorporates the most recent available five-year crash analysis developed
through the Butte County Safety Action Plan and focuses the County’s safety program on
the County-maintained roadway system in unincorporated Butte County. The updated plan
emphasizes fatal and serious-injury crashes, systemic identification of roadway risk, and
five Focus Areas: 1) roadway departure/hit-object/speed; 2) intersection/turning/ right-of-
way; 3) impaired and high-risk driving behavior; 4) vulnerable road users; and 5) high-risk
rural corridors/systemic safety improvements.
The LRSP is intended to guide future roadway safety project development; support HSIP
and other grant applications; coordinate Public Works efforts with law enforcement, Public
Health, BCAG, Caltrans, and other safety partners; and provide a five-year framework for
monitoring and prioritizing roadway safety investments. Adoption of the 2026 LRSP does
not authorize construction projects or commit future funding. Individual projects and
expenditures will continue to be evaluated and advanced through the County’s standard
budgeting, grant, contracting, and Board approval processes, as
applicable. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
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3.8. Sheriff-Coroner's Office
3.8.a Contract Amendment with Cundiff and Associates for Pre-Employment Polygraph
Services
The Sheriff's Office and Probation Department utilize certified polygraph examiners to
perform pre-employment examinations of prospective employees. On October 11, 2022,
the Board of Supervisors approved a contract with Cundiff and Associates to perform pre-
employment examinations for both Departments. The term of the contract is October 10,
2022, through October 10, 2027, not-to-exceed $215,000. The contract has been
amended twice to modify rates and terms for examination cancellations and to increase
the maximum amount payable by $20,000. The Sheriff's Office has an increased need for
services and recommends the Board approve an amendment to the Cundiff and
Associates contract. The amendment updates contact information and increases the
maximum amount payable by $90,000 for services at the Sheriff's Office, not-to-exceed
$326,000. All other terms remain the same. (SHERIFF-CORONER'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.9. Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office
3.9.a Resolution Updating Authorized Facsimile Signatures for Liens Recorded
The Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office has prepared a resolution to update the authorized
facsimile signatures for the purpose of recording liens. Government Code section
27201(b)(2) allows the Department to record lien documents with facsimile signatures, but
requires that signatures be officially adopted by the Board of Supervisors. The use of
facsimile signatures eliminates the need to individually sign hundreds of lien documents
submitted to the Butte County Clerk-Recorder's Office each year.
The original resolution was signed November 8, 2005, and a resolution updating the
signature list was signed March 24, 2020. The Department recommends the Board of
Supervisors adopt a resolution updating the facsimile signature list. (TREASURER-TAX
COLLECTOR'S OFFICE)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
3.10. Other
3.10.a Appointment to Drainage District 100
In Drainage District 100, the number of qualified candidates filing did not exceed the
number of positions to be filled and no petition calling for election was submitted.
Pursuant to California Elections Code section 10515, the Butte County Board of
Supervisors shall appoint nominees to the office of Director. Drainage District 100
requests that the Board of Supervisors appoint Theodore Lundberg to the office of
Director to serve a four-year term in lieu of an election. (OTHER)
Action Requested - APPOINT THEODORE LUNDBERG TO THE OFFICE OF
DIRECTOR TO SERVE A 4-YEAR TERM ON THE DRAINAGE DISTRICT 100 BOARD
OF DIRECTORS IN LIEU OF ELECTION.
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3.10.b District Priorities Fund Application - Magalia Community Park
Supervisor Teeter recommends approval of $1,500 in District 5 Priorities Funds to the
Magalia Community Park for youth and family events. Magalia Community Park's mission
is to bring residents of the upper ridge and beyond together, providing a safe, positive
and upbeat place where everyone feels welcome. (DISTRICT 5 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 Appointment to the Butte County Children and Families Commission (First 5)
First 5 is part of a statewide effort to create a seamless system of integrated and
comprehensive programs and services by establishing community-based programs to
provide parental education and family support services relevant to effective childhood
development and educating the public on the importance and the benefits of nurturing,
health care, family support, and child care. First 5 is a nine-member commission
comprised of a member of the Board of Supervisors, the Directors or designee of the
Department of Public Health, the Department of Behavioral Health, and the Department of
Employment and Social Services, and five members of the public appointed by the Board
of Supervisors. Additionally, the Board of Supervisors may appoint two alternates.
First 5 recommends the Board of Supervisors appoint Dr. Jarett Beaudoin, the County
Health Officer, to serve as Alternate Commissioner for a term ending June 30,
2028. (OTHER)
Action Requested - APPOINT DR. BEAUDOIN TO THE FIRST 5 BUTTE COUNTY
CHILDREN AND FAMILIES COMMISSION AS ALTERNATE COMMISSIONER FOR A
TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2028.
4.4 Contract with Truesdell Corporation for the Construction of the High Friction Surface
Treatment Project
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 high friction surface treatment project was advertised on July 16,
2026, and three bids were received on August 6, 2026. The lowest responsive and
responsible bidder was Truesdell Corporation of Tempe, AZ, with a bid of
$1,019,019. The other bidders on this project included Q & D Construction LLC based out
of Sparks, NV and Americal Civil Constructors from Benicia, CA.
This project includes high-friction surface treatment, traffic control, stormwater pollution
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prevention, and preservation of existing pavement markings, pavement markers, traffic
signs, and survey monuments, where applicable, on various County roads, including:
• Forbestown Rd (2 locations)
• Bald Rock Rd (2 locations)
• W Biggs Gridley Rd (2 locations)
• Colter Way
• Skyway (2 locations)
• Lower Wyandotte Rd
• Dogtown Rd
• Almond Ave
• Old Olive Hwy
• Cherokee Rd (2 locations)
• Dalton Way
The Department recommends that the Board approve the project plans and specifications,
award the contract to Truesdell Corporation, and authorize the Director of Public Works, or
their designee, to sign the contract and order changes or additions for work performed per
Public Contract Code section 20142. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
Action Requested - 1) APPROVE THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS; AND 2) AWARD
THE CONTRACT TO TRUESDELL CORPORATION; AND 3) AUTHORIZE THE
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS, OR THEIR DESIGNEE, TO SIGN THE CONTRACT
AND ORDER CHANGES PER PUBLIC CONTRACT CODE SECTION 20142.
4.5 Revenue Agreement with Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for
Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention Program Round 6 (HHAP-6) Funding
The State of California, through HCD, administers the HHAP-6 program to build on
regional coordination and support local jurisdictions to reduce and end homelessness. On
behalf of the County and Butte Countywide Homeless Continuum of Care, the Department
of Employment and Social Services was awarded HHAP Round 6 funds to address the
homelessness crisis throughout the county. HCD awarded a total of $3,258,876 with 50%,
or $1,629,438, for FY 2026-27. The remaining 50% will be received once 75% of the initial
disbursement funds are obligated and 50% are expended; no later than June 30, 2028.
This funding will be used to provide delivery of permanent housing, services coordination,
and administration to reduce homelessness in the community. The Department intends to
issue an RFP in Fall 2026 to subcontract a majority of the funds.
The Department recommends the Board approve a revenue agreement with HCD for the
HHAP-6 funds. The term for the revenue agreement is upon HCD approval through June
30, 2030, not-to-exceed $3,258,876. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL
SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE REVENUE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE
DIRECTOR OF EMPLOYMENT AND SOCIAL SERVICES TO SIGN, INCLUDING ALL
RELATED DOCUMENTS.
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4.6 Nu Vista, LP (Nu Vista) - Request for Refund of Tax Payments
In 2008, Nu Vista acquired eight parcels of farmland pursuant to a Cash Rent Lease and
Option to Purchase Agreement. In 2019, after the deeds transferring the eight properties
were recorded, the Assessor reassessed the properties for property tax purposes. Nu
Vista and the Assessor disagree regarding the appropriate date for reassessment. Nu
Vista contends that the properties should have been reassessed as of the date the
Agreement was executed, when the properties were valued at $3 million. The Assessor
determined that the appropriate reassessment date was the date the option was exercised
and the transfer deeds were recorded. Accordingly, the properties were reassessed at a
value of $6,618,641. Nu Vista appealed the assessments to the Assessment Appeals
Board (AAB). After several hearings, the AAB issued Findings of Fact supporting the
Assessor’s determination regarding the reassessment date and assessed value. Nu Vista
is now requesting a refund of property tax payments. Consideration of the refund request
is the next step in the administrative process to exhaust its available administrative
remedies before pursuing the matter in Superior Court. (COUNTY COUNSEL)
Action Requested - APPROVE OR DENY NU VISTA'S REQUEST FOR A REFUND OF
TAX PAYMENTS.
4.7 Employment Contract for Assistant Chief Administrative Officer
Approval is requested for an employment contract with Katie Simmons for the position of
Assistant Chief Administrative Officer. The term of the contract is October 1, 2026 through
September 30, 2029. The proposed initial annual salary is $244,337.60, increasing to
$256,547.20 effective July 1, 2027 consistent with scheduled County pay adjustments,
with a potential step increase in October 2027 to $269,380.80 and potentially increasing to
$282,859.20 effective July 1, 2028 consistent with scheduled County pay adjustments.
The contract includes other compensation including fringe benefits as described in the
Resolution of the County of Butte Regarding Salary and Benefits of Butte County At-Will
Appointed Officials. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
4.8 Items Removed from the Consent Agenda for Board Consideration and Action
4.9 Update of Budget, Legislative, and other Current Issues by the Chief Administrative Officer
4.10 Board of Supervisors Public Comment (Continuation as needed)
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND TIMED ITEMS
5.1 10:00 am - Public Hearing - Resolution Renewing the Temporary Closure of County
Portions of Humboldt Road to Vehicular Traffic Between Chico City Limits and State Route
32
On June 23, 2020, following the joint recommendation of the Department of Public Works,
the City of Chico, and the Local Government Committee, and pursuant to California
Vehicle Code Section 21101.4, the Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution temporarily
closing the County-maintained portions of Humboldt Road to unauthorized vehicle traffic to
discourage illegal activity. The County and the City of Chico implemented the road closure
on September 10, 2020.
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Subsequently, on May 24, 2022, August 8, 2023, and March 10, 2025, the Board adopted
resolutions extending the temporary road closure. The current closure is scheduled to
expire on September 10, 2026.
Since the closure was implemented, Humboldt Road has remained open to pedestrians,
bicyclists, and other authorized non-motorized users. In addition, the Department and
emergency response agencies have retained the ability to open the roadway to vehicle
traffic when necessary for emergency response, maintenance, or other authorized
purposes.
California Vehicle Code section 21101.4 authorizes local agencies to temporarily close
roadways to unauthorized vehicle traffic when specific statutory conditions are met. After
the initial temporary closure, these closures may be renewed for successive 18-month
periods, for up to eight consecutive renewal periods. This action will be the fifth temporary
closure at this location.
Since the initial closure in 2020, the Department has received minimal complaints and has
experienced few operational issues associated with the closure. The City of Chico is
expected to consider a corresponding extension of the closure for the city-maintained
portions of Humboldt Road to ensure a consistent approach along the entire corridor.
To maintain consistency with the City of Chico and to continue discouraging illegal activity
on Humboldt Road, the Department recommends extending the temporary closure of the
County-maintained portions of Humboldt Road from September 10, 2026, through March
10, 2028.
Staff has completed all required public noticing in accordance with California Vehicle Code
Section 21101.4 and, consistent with prior direction from the Board, expanded the
notification process to include nearby residents. (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
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
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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. Stephanie Adams v. Butte County; Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No.
ADJ20436022 (Claim Number: 2597100007)
b. Stephanie Adams v. Butte County; Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No.
ADJ19786661 (Claim Number: 2397110001) (COUNTY COUNSEL/HUMAN
RESOURCES)
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:
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