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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
AUGUST 25, 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
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 Teeter
Approved unanimously with the exception of Items 3.1.a and 3.8.a which were both
pulled for further discussion.
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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
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).
Keaton Denlay, Clerk-Recorder, presented this item to the Board.
There was no public comment received for this item.
Action: 1) APPROVE THE BUDGET AMENDMENT; AND 2) AUTHORIZE CAPITAL
ASSET PURCHASE (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
Motioned: Supervisor Durfee
Second: Supervisor Kimmelshue
Motion passed unanimously.
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,
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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 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).
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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-
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.
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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
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
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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.
Kamie Loeser, Director of Water & Resource Conservation, presented this item
to the Board.
The following members of the public submitted Public Comment:
Email: Blake Ellis, Michael Nalin, and Cheetah Tchudi
In-Person: Jim Graydon
Remote (Online/Phone): Anonymous caller
Action: 1) APPROVE THE BUDGET AMENDMENT; AND 2) AUTHORIZE CAPITAL
ASSET PURCHASE (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED).
Motioned: Supervisor Durfee
Second: Supervisor Teeter
Motion passed with a 4-1 vote (Ayes: Supervisors Durfee, Kimmelshue, Teeter,
and Chair Connelly; Nays: Supervisor Ritter).
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
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submission. (SHERIFF-CORONER'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.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
Chair Connelly - Attended Sutter Butte Flood Control meeting; Sierra
Sacramento Valley EMS meeting; Butte County Fair Dinner; visited Hewitt Park
in Oroville; LAFCo Office in Chico; and went to Washington D.C. to meet with
NACo and FERC.
Supervisor Durfee - Attended the Local Government Committee meeting;
Ribbon Cutting of Chick-fil-a in Chico; Ribbon Cutting for Wildflower Pediatrics;
met a building contractor regarding a project; and had a video call with Cenergy
Power.
Supervisor Ritter - Attended Local Government Committee meeting; First 5
Executive meeting; Women of NACo meeting; Ribbon Cutting for the new
Inspire High School; National Association for the Advancement of Colored
People meeting; Passages Advisory Board meeting; Behavioral Health Advisory
Board meeting; California Retired Employees Association; First 5 meeting;
Disability Action Committee at the Diversability Advocacy Network meeting;
Sunset Social at Chico State Campus; and Groundbreaking for the new Butte
County Behavioral Health facility in Gridley; met with a Representative from
Youth For Change; and Restorative Justice Steering Committee.
Supervisor Kimmelshue - Attended Groundbreaking for the new Butte County
Behavioral Health facility in Gridley; went to Washington D.C. to meet with
NACo and FERC.
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Supervisor Teeter - Had conversations with Representatives from the League;
CSAC; and RCRC; attended RCRC meeting; the Sierra Nevada Conservancy
Subregion Agenda Review meeting; and received an update from the Manager
of the Paradise Recreation and Park District. He further requested that the
Board support expanding the requirements for telecommunications applicants
to provide three alternative site locations for all zoning districts, rather than
only residential zones.
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:
Email: Carla Medrano and Diana Dreiss
In-Person: Diana Dreiss; Bill Monroe; John Stonebraker; and Kenneth Scherer
Remote (Online/Phone): Julie Threet and The Cameraman
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.
Melissa Kitts, Assistant Clerk of the Board, presented this item to the Board.
Comments received by Kirsten Storne.
There was no public comment received for this item.
Action: APPOINT ZIA MILLER TO THE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ADVISORY
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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.
Motioned: Supervisor Ritter
Second: Supervisor Kimmelshue
Motion passed unanimously.
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.
Melissa Kitts, Assistant Clerk of the Board, presented this item to the Board.
The following members of the public submitted Public Comment:
Email: None
In-Person: Kenneth Scherer
Remote (Online/Phone): None
Action: APPOINT SETH MITCHELL AS THE AGRICULTURE/TIMBER
MANAGEMENT ALTERNATE ON THE FOREST ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO
SERVE A TERM ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2029.
Motioned: Supervisor Durfee
Second: Supervisor Kimmelshue
Motion failed with a 2-3 vote (Ayes: Supervisors Durfee and Kimmelshue; Nays:
Supervisors Ritter, Teeter and Chair Connelly).
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
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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.
Katie Simmons, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, and Lisa Rhoads,
Community Outreach Manager for Pioneer Community Energy, presented this
item to the Board.
The following members of the public submitted Public Comment:
Email: None
In-Person: Bill Monroe.
Remote (Online/Phone): None
Action: ACCEPT FOR INFORMATION.
Accepted 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.
Paula Daneluk, Director of Development Services, presented this item to the
Board.
The following members of the public submitted Public Comment:
Email: None
In-Person: Loree Monroe
Remote: None
Action: RECEIVED FOR INFORMATION WITH NO DIRECTION GIVEN.
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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, 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.
Danielle Nuzum, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, presented this item to the
Board.
There was no public comment received for this item.
Action: APPROVE AMENDMENTS (21) AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Motioned: Supervisor Durfee
Second: Supervisor Kimmelshue
Motion passed unanimously.
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
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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.
Sheri Waters, Director of Human Resources, presented this item to the Board.
There was no public comment received for this item.
Action: ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Motioned: Supervisor Ritter
Second: Supervisor Durfee
Motion passed unanimously.
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
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.
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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.
Paula Daneluk, Director of Development Services, and Mark Michelena,
Principal Planner, presented this item to the Board.
Comments received by: Gail Tozier, appellant; and Kevin Gallagher and Paul
Albritton, representing applicant Verizon Wireless and Everest Infrastructure
Partners.
The following members of the public submitted Public Comment:
Email: None
In Person: Hayden Newman, Ryann Newman, and Mike Newman
Remote (Online/Phone): None
Action: CONTINUE THE HEARING TO THE SEPTEMBER 22, 2026, BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS MEETING AT 10:00 AM, TO ALLOW THE APPLICANT TIME TO
DEVELOP AESTHETIC SOLUTIONS.
Motioned: Supervisor Kimmelshue
Second: Supervisor Teeter
Motion passed with a 4-1 vote (Ayes: Supervisors Durfee, Kimmelshue, Teeter,
and Chair Connelly; Nays: Supervisor Ritter).
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
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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.
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.
Paula Daneluk, Director of Development Services, and Mark Michelena,
Principal Planner, presented this item to the Board.
Comments received by: Kimberly Mau-Williams, appellant; and Pete Schubin
and Paul Albritton, representing applicant Vertical Bridge, LLC c/o Sequoia
Deployment Services.
The following members of the public submitted Public Comment:
Email: Elisha Novell and Kimberly Mau-Williams
In-Person: Gary Reichenbach
Remote (Online/Phone): None
Action: ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Motioned: Supervisor Durfee
Second: Supervisor Teeter
Motion passed with a 4-1 vote (Ayes: Supervisors Durfee, Teeter, Kimmelshue,
and Chair Connelly; Nays: Supervisor Ritter).
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
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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.
Supervisor Durfee recused himself and left the Chambers at 1:07pm.
Jamie Cannon, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, presented this item to the
Board.
There was no public comment received for this item.
Action: ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Motioned: Supervisor Ritter
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 1:09 pm.
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
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the new state mandated Property Transfer Notification Program.The Clerk-Recorder's
Office recommends the Board of Supervisors approve adding one new fee for the Property
Transfer Notification Program effective January 1, 2027. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Heather Mutony, Management Analyst III, and Keaton Denlay, Clerk-
Recorder, presented this item to the Board.
Comments received by Mike Ramsey, District Attorney.
There was no public comment received for this item.
Action: ADOPT RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN.
Motioned: Supervisor Durfee
Second: Supervisor Teeter
Motion passed unanimously.
6. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CLOSED SESSION
6.1 Public Employee Employment, Appointment, Recruitment, Performance Evaluations,
Including Goals, Discipline/Dismissal/Release, Pursuant to Government Code Section
54957
A. Agricultural Commissioner
B. Behavioral Health Director
C. Chief Administrative Officer
D. Chief Probation Officer
E. Child Support Services Director
F. County Counsel
G. Development Services Director
H. Employment and Social Services Director
I. General Services Director
J. Human Resources Director
K. Information Systems Director
L. Library Director
M. Public Health Director
N. Public Works Director
O. Water & Resource Conservation Director
6.2 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)
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6.3 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
September 8, 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