A G
E N D A
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
DEL NORTE COUNTY
STATE OF
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REGULAR
MEETING |
Tuesday, March 11, 2008 |
10:00 AM |
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The Board
of Supervisors of the A closed
session may be held at some time during the meeting to discuss litigation
and/or personnel matters. There is a
90-day statute of limitations relating to decisions rendered after a public
hearing of the Board of Supervisors and a 60-day statute of limitations
relating to ministerial actions of the Board of Supervisors. NOTE:
If you challenge the decision of the Board of Supervisors in court,
you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised
at the public hearing described in the notice, or in written correspondence
delivered to the Board of Supervisors at, or prior to, the public hearing. (Govt. Code § 65009). When providing written correspondence to
the Board of Supervisors you must provide a copy to the Clerk of the Board
for inclusion in the official record. |
Present: Leslie McNamer, Martha
McClure, Michael Sullivan, Gerry Hemmingsen and David Finigan
Absent: None
CLOSED SESSION 8:30 A.M.
Public
Comment on Closed Session items only.
No
Public Comment was given on Closed Session items.
Hold a closed session to consider and
discuss litigation and personnel matters: I) Personnel negotiations pursuant to
Government Code 54957.6 between County negotiator the County Administrative
Officer and the Del Norte County Employees' Association, Sheriffs Employees'
Association, represented and unrepresented bargaining units. II) Conference with legal counsel – A) Existing
litigation pursuant to Government code 54956.9(a), Pacific Shores CA
Subdivision Water District v DNC, DN
Superior Court, Case No. CVPT 06-1454;
Wendy Ormsby v Del Norte County, DN Superior Court, Case No, CVUJ 03-1501;John
Gimbel v. County of Del Norte, US District Court, Northern California
Division., Case No. C070113; Connie Lawson v. Del Norte County, DN
REGULAR
SESSION 10:00 A.M.
10:00 A.M. Call the meeting to order and
take roll.
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This
Board of Supervisors meeting is dedicated to some of our partners: The Boys and
Girls Club
Action: Holly Gensaw, Unit Director, and John Ging, President of Boys
& Girls Club Advisory Board spoke about the Boys & Girls Club's
programs and progress.
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The
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by a representative of the Boys and Girls
Club
·
Introduction
of new employees to the Board of Supervisors.
Action: No new employees were introduced
·
Report
of any actions from closed session by
Action: Chair Finigan stated no reportable action was taken in closed
session.
·
The
Chair requests any deletions, corrections or additions from Board members to the
agenda at this time. In order to add an
item to the agenda, the matter must have come to the attention of the County
subsequent to the posting of the agenda and the matter requires action before
the next regular meeting of the Board of Supervisors.
Action: Jeannine Galatioto requested that a letter drafted to Smith River
Rancheria concerning the Native American Foster Care Network be added to the
Consent items.
After
discussion and on a motion by Supervisor Hemmingsen and seconded by Supervisor
McClure, the Board requested that the letter drafted to Smith River Rancheria
concerning the Native American Foster Care Network be sent.
Motion:
Move to approve
Move:
Gerry Hemmingsen
Second:
Martha McClure
Vote Yea:
5 Gerry
Hemmingsen, Martha McClure, Leslie McNamer, Michael Sullivan, David Finigan
SCHEDULED ITEMS:
Action: Supervisor Hemmingsen reported on attending an Airport JPA
meeting, attending an 5 County Salmonid meeting in Arcata regarding the cost of
administering grants and receipt of funds, attending a Klamath Fisheries
Coalition meeting in reference to the salmon population, attending port
meetings for crab fishing, was chosen as a representative to form a commission
to address the Dungeness crab population, attending a GIS meeting, attending a
LAFCO meeting regarding RFP and Pacific Shores, attending agenda review for the
upcoming Airport JPA meeting, attending an LTCO meeting regarding the recent
fuel spill, meeting with Airport JPA regarding the transfer of power from the
county to the JPA. ~Supervisor McClure
reported on attending a Grants Goal Committee meeting concerning CDBG funding,
attending the First 5 opening, participating in the CASA celebration volunteer
dinner, attending a meeting at Pelican Bay with Secretary Tilton, attending a
meeting with Supervisor Sullivan and dohn henion on the subject of the Offshore
Protection Act and the outcome of our offshore and the needs of local
fisheries, commented on an issue with regards to the increase in senior social
security and the negative impact it has had, commented on the problem that
needs to be addressed on the topic of 215 cards, commented on the technical
assistance grant for CDGB, commented on the fuel spill and the need for local
emergency crews, attending a United Home Health Care Workers (CUHW) meeting,
attending agenda review for Solid Waste Authority, and commented on the
upcoming Economic Summit to be held on March 15, 2008; ~Supervisor McNamer reported on attending a
CUHW meeting, attending a LAFCO hearing, attending a Safe and Healthy Families
meeting, attending a few successful Grants Goal Committee meetings, attending
as an alternate at a Tri-Agency meeting, attending the First 5 opening,
attending a Senior Center meeting, attending a meeting at Pelican Bay with
Secretary Tilton, attending a Hispanic Chamber mixer, attending a Chamber
meeting, attending an Area 1 Agency on Aging meeting and commented on the poor
location of the office, and attending
the JC Tournament and serving as a judge in one of the events; ~Supervisor Sullivan reported on meeting in
Gasquet regarding the cleanup of the Smith River National Recreation area,
commented on his absence at the previous Board of Supervisors meeting,
attending a meeting with LTCO concerning the repair of Highway 199, commented
on upcoming meetings in Sacramento on the subject of Highway 199, attending a
Marine Life Protection Act meeting, attending the First 5 opening, attending a
meeting at Pelican Bay with Secretary Tilton, spoke with the Juvenile Justice
commission in reference to the 215 Ordinance, commented on John Horner and the
basketball program, commented on the lack of representation in our county from
Area 1 Agency on Aging, commented on
having a Board meeting in Smith River;
~Supervisor Finigan commented on the representation of Area 1 Agency on
Aging and asked that Supervisor McNamer and Supervisor Sullivan look into
reformulating the Senior Services Commission, attending a JPA Airport meeting,
attending a Safe and Healthy Families meeting concerning 215 Ordinance and
Foster Care issue, participating in an RCRC meeting, meeting with CUHW,
attending a Tri-Agency meeting, attending a CASA dinner, attending a Town Hall
meeting at Pelican Bay with Secretary Tilton, attending the First 5 opening,
attending an Airport Advisory meeting, attending numerous meetings in
Washington D.C. concerning aviation, port, and highway subcommittees, attending
an Intergovernmental forum on fuel tax, meeting with RCRC, meeting at Senator
Boxer's office regarding rural schools and appropriation bill, meeting with
Cathy Dietrich, Ruth Van Mark, commented on transportation funding and wants
funds sent directly to rural counties, meeting with Jim Cole, Representative
McDougal, Wally Herger, Senator Feinstein's office, Senator Thompson's office,
Marlowe & Company, Allison Dane, members of Governor Schwarzenegger's DC
team, and Representative Calbert.
Action: No public comment was heard.
Action: Vicky Frazier gave a presentation to recognize the workers in the
February 5, 2008 Presidential Primary.
Action: After reviewing correspondence from the appellant and on a motion
by Supervisor McClure and seconded by Supervisor Hemmingsen, the Public Hearing
was continued to the March 25, 2008 meeting.
Motion:
Move to approve
Move:
Martha McClure
Second:
Gerry Hemmingsen
Vote Yea:
5 Martha
McClure, Gerry Hemmingsen, Leslie McNamer, Michael Sullivan, David Finigan
Vote Nay:
0 None
Vote Abstain: 0 None
Action: The Board of Supervisors adjourned and reconvened as the Board of
Equalization. Louise Wilson, Assessor,
commented on the proposed stipulation.
The Chair signed the stipulation. The Board of Equalization adjourned
and reconvened as the Board of Supervisors.
Action: Gary Blatnick introduced Tim Hoone who gave a presentation on the
Del Norte Workforce Center and its progress and upcoming programs.
CONSENT AGENDA
Comments
from members of the public may be heard at this time regarding matters on the
Consent Agenda only.
Action: No Public Comment was heard.
The Consent Agenda (Items 5 through 18) was adopted unanimously.
Motion:
Move to approve
Move:
Michael Sullivan
Second:
Martha McClure
Vote Yea:
5 Martha
McClure, Michael Sullivan, Leslie McNamer, Gerry Hemmingsen, David Finigan
Vote Nay:
0 None
Vote Abstain: 0 None
7.
Approve
the Minutes from the February 26, 2008 meeting.**
Action: Approved
Action: Comment was heard from Troy Nicolini (NWS) and Roger Sigtermans
(OES).
Approved
9.
Approve
and Adopt a Resolution Honoring Roger McCovey.**
Action: Roger McCovey addressed the Board and accepted the Proclamation.
DNCO Resolution 2008-014.
Action: Approved
Action: Approved
Action: DNCO Resolution 2008-016
Action: DNCO Agreement 2008-048
Action: DNCO Agreement 2008-051
Action: DNCO Agreement 2008-052
Action: DNCO Agreement 2008-050
Action: Approved
Action: Approved
Action: Approved
Action: Approved
REGULAR ITEMS
GENERAL GOVERNMENT:
Action: No public comment was given.
On
a motion by Supervisor McNamer and seconded by Supervisor McClure, the Board
approved and authorized the Sheriff to file an application for an equipment
grant through the Department of Boating and Waterways.
Motion:
Move to approve
Move:
Leslie McNamer
Second:
Martha McClure
Vote Yea:
5 Leslie
McNamer, Martha McClure, Michael Sullivan, Gerry Hemmingsen, David Finigan
Action: No Public Comment was given
On
a motion by Supervisor McNamer and seconded by Supervisor Sullivan, the Board
approved and authorized the Sheriff to enter into an agreement with the State
of California, Department of Boating and Waterways for the Fiscal Year
2008-2009.
Motion:
Move to approve
Move:
Leslie McNamer
Second:
Michael Sullivan
Vote Yea:
5 Leslie
McNamer, Michael Sullivan, Martha McClure, Gerry Hemmingsen, David Finigan
Action: Chair Finigan commented on the project. No public comment was given. Information only.
Action: Public comment was heard from Grant Wershkull and Ron Plechaty.
After discussion by the Board and on a motion by Supervisor
Sullivan and seconded by Supervisor Hemmingsen, the Board approved and
authorized the Chair to send a copy of adopted Resolution No. 2007-053
regarding "No Net Loss" of Privately-Owned Land Due to Purchase by
the Federal or State Governments and the attached letter affirming the Board of
Supervisors position on mitigation to Senator Feinstein.
Motion:
Move to approve
Move:
Michael Sullivan
Second:
Gerry Hemmingsen
Vote Yea:
5 Michael
Sullivan, Gerry Hemmingsen, Leslie McNamer, Martha McClure, David Finigan
Action: Comment was heard from Dan McCorkle, Director of Information
Technology.
The motion was carried unanimously.
Motion:
Move to approve
Move:
Martha McClure
Second:
Michael Sullivan
Vote Yea:
5 Martha
McClure, Michael Sullivan, Leslie McNamer, Gerry Hemmingsen, David Finigan
Action: Comment was heard from Ernest Perry, Director of Community
Development, Stan Morris, and Ron Plechaty.
Chair
Finigan introduced data from other counties concerning the changes to the
Building Code. Supervisor McNamer
commented on the additional cost.
By
Consensus, Chair Finigan directed staff to require the submittal of a
foundation and soils investigation prepared by a California licensed engineer
in lieu of a geotechnical report as part of a building permit pursuant to the
Board's interpretation of Chapter 18 of the California Building Code, and work
with local engineers to develop thresholds for exceptions to the requirement of
a foundation and soils investigation, and in consultation with local engineers,
to draft an implementing ordinance and discuss whether or not to continue to
grant soils report waivers on subdivisions, and request the Board's
representative on the Regional Council of Rural Counties to discuss with RCRC
and to determine if a model ordinance could be prepared by RCRC for
consideration by rural counties.
Action: On a motion by Supervisor Sullivan and seconded by Gerry
Hemmingsen, the Board approved the application to the Governor's Office of
Emergency Systems for monies for the Victim Witness Program and Approve and
Adopt the Resolution for the continuing implementation of this program within
the District Attorney's Office.
Motion:
Move to approve
Move:
Michael Sullivan
Second:
Gerry Hemmingsen
Vote Yea:
5 Michael
Sullivan, Martha McClure, Leslie McNamer, Gerry Hemmingsen, David Finigan
BUDGET TRANSFERS:
ALL
BUDGET TRANSFERS WERE TAKEN AS ONE ITEM.
Motion:
Move to approve
Move:
Michael Sullivan
Second:
Martha McClure
Vote Yea:
5 Martha
McClure, Michael Sullivan, Leslie McNamer, Gerry Hemmingsen, David Finigan
Vote Nay:
0 None
Vote Abstain: 0 None
Action: Approved
Action: Approved
Action: Approved
Action: Approved
Action: Approved