A G
E N D A
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
DEL NORTE COUNTY
STATE OF
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REGULAR
MEETING |
Tuesday, January 26, 2010 |
8:30 AM |
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of Supervisors of the A closed
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and/or personnel matters. There is a
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hearing of the Board of Supervisors and a 60-day statute of limitations
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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.
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), David L. Elsebusch v. Del
Norte, DN Superior Court, Case No.
CVCV06-2313; and
Coyle v. James Marmon, et al., DN Superior Court Case No.
CVPM07-1572; Jones & Jones v.
REGULAR SESSION 10:00 A.M.
10:00 A.M. Call the meeting to order and take roll.
Action: The Chair called the meeting to order at 10:00 A.M. and the Clerk
took silent roll noting that all were present.
·
The
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Supervisor McNamer.
Action: Supervisor McNamer led the Pledge of Allegiance.
·
Introduction
of new employees to the Board of Supervisors.
Action: Gary Blatnick, Director of Health and Human Services introduced
Bob Beck and Tamara Johnson as the new social workers for Child Welfare.
·
Report
of any actions from closed session by
Action:
·
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: Supervisor Sullivan requested that a Proclamation be added to the
agenda subsequent to posting as an urgency item.
Public Comment was given by Kirk Sparks.
On a motion by Supervisor McNamer and seconded by Supervisor
McClure, the Board added a Proclamation Declaring February 5, 2010 as National
Wear Red Day for Heart Disease Awareness. The motion was carried unanimously.
On a motion by Supervisor Sullivan and seconded by Supervisor
McNamer, the Board approved a Proclamation of the Del Norte County Board of
Supervisors Declaring February 5, 2010 as National Wear Red Day for Heart
Disease Awareness. The motion was carried unanimously.
Motion:
Move to approve
Move:
Michael Sullivan
Second:
Martha McClure
Vote Yea:
5 Michael
Sullivan, Martha McClure, Leslie McNamer, Gerry Hemmingsen, David Finigan
Vote Nay:
0 None
Vote Abstain: 0 None
SCHEDULED ITEMS:
Action: Supervisor McClure reported on being in and out of physical
therapy the past two weeks, meeting with Community Health Alliance regarding
general practitioners, meeting with the Emergency Management System regarding
the reduction of ambulance services, participated in a Solid Waste Management
Authority meeting, attending the Blue
Ribbon MLPA meet-and-greet, commented on being in the process of reviewing a
trail guide for Tolowa Dunes, commented on going through hundreds of pages
regarding the Klamath Dam Removal agreements, attending the USDA Public
Community Forum at the Elk Valley Rancheria, reported that the lighthouse tower
was leaking that the cost to fix would be around $180,000, attending a LAFCO
meeting in Supervisor Hemmingsen's place where the "sphere of
influence" was discussed, commented that LAFCO is doing very well in their
progress, and commented that the MLPA draft proposal will be presented later
today.
Supervisor McNamer reported on attending an Air Quality Management
District meeting in Eureka regarding regulations and the lack of money to deal
with these regulations, attending a LAFCO meeting regarding the City MSR and
sphere of influence, attending the USDA Public Forum at the Elk Valley
Rancheria and felt that we need more of these meetings, attending the Blue
Ribbon MLPA meet-and-greet, and commented that there are now signs on Pacific
Shore with regards to off-road vehicles.
Supervisor Sullivan reported on participating in phone calls with
Ruth Coleman, Director of State Parks, regarding the duck hunting issue,
commented on local contracts with Pelican Bay, attending the USDA Public Forum
at the Elk Valley Rancheria, attending a Chamber Board retreat, taking a tour
of the Spyglass Subdivision, meeting with Chief Plack regarding the Panhandling
Ordinance, meeting with Jeff Marsee of College of the Redwoods and Jan
Moorehouse regarding educational master plan for the County, attending a
Firefighters meeting in Hiouchi regarding the possible creation of a stand
alone fire department in Hiouchi and commented on the need for more volunteers,
participating in action summary, attending the volunteer fair dinner, attending
the Blue Ribbon MLPA meet-and-greet, and attending a public meeting in Gasquet
regarding the fence project for the airport.
Supervisor Finigan reported on attending a meeting with Community
Development staff and some of the Yurok Tribal Council members regarding the
levee and reported that the Yurok tribe agreed to the 10% match, attending a
First 5 Board of Directors meeting and commented that the Governor is
attempting to take more money from certain programs, meeting with RCRC
regarding the election of officers and current legislation, receiving a
presentation given by the Director of Finance for California, commented on AB
1153 regarding air ambulance fees, commented on AB 885, commented on the
"pay first" rule on TOT and stimulus, commented on the Patty Mattingly
award, attending a 2x2 with Elk Valley Rancheria, commented on another 2x2 to
be held later in the afternoon with the Elk Valley Rancheria, attending a
Treasury Oversight meeting, attending a neighborhood watch in the Bertch tract,
participating in a phone conference regarding a CASA Board retreat, attending a
CASA meeting, and attending the USDA Public Forum.
Supervisor Hemmingsen reported on attending the Blue Ribbon MLPA
meet and greet as well as the technical workshop that followed, meeting with
the Army Corps regarding the Beechly project, attending a Land Trust meeting,
attending the volunteer fair appreciation dinner, attending a 2x2 with City,
County, and Elk Valley regarding sewer and water connections, attending a local
MLPA meeting, and attending the USDA Public Forum at the Elk Valley Rancheria.
Action: Public Comment was given by Ron Plechaty regarding stimulus money
for shovel-ready projects and by Victoria Dickey regarding JPAs.
3.
10:30
A.M. Presentation by MaryKay Vandiver regarding the Program of Work.
Action: MaryKay Vandiver, District Head Ranger and Julie Ranieri, Public
Affairs Officer for
Some questions that were asked during the presentation were as
follows:
The current National Recreation Area Land Plan is 15 years old and
it's only a ten year plan. What is the solution for this?
Is there a definition between decommissioning or storm-proofing?
Are they different or the same?
What is the definition of thinning and harvesting?
Concerning the Motor Vehicle Use map, is the one that was just published
the one that you are using? It was under the understanding that this map is
inaccurate, incomplete, and unacceptable.
Is this map being enforced in any way?
Is the map in the National Database and is it available to the
public?
What is the chain of command for the Smith River National
Recreation Area?
What is your definition of stakeholders?
Public Comment was given by Steve Bigham, Ron Plechaty, Jim B.,
Karl Beyerle, Armand Trentopoli and Grant Werschkull.
CONSENT AGENDA
Comments
from members of the public may be heard at this time regarding matters on the
Consent Agenda only.
Action: On a motion by Supervisor Sullivan and seconded by Supervisor
McClure, the Board approved the Consent Agenda (Items 4-13).
Motion:
Move to approve
Move:
Michael Sullivan
Second:
Martha McClure
Vote Yea:
5 Michael
Sullivan, Martha McClure, Leslie McNamer, Gerry Hemmingsen, David Finigan
Vote Nay:
0 None
Vote Abstain: 0 None
Action: Approved (DNCO Resolution 2010-006)
Action: Approved (DNCO Agreement 2010-007)
Action: Approved (DNCO Agreement 2010-008)
Action: Approved (DNCO Agreement 2010-009)
Action: Approved (DNCO Agreement 2010-010)
Action: Approved (DNCO Agreement 2010-011)
Action: Approved (DNCO Agreement 2010-012)
Action: Approved
Action: Approved (DNCO Agreement 2010-013)
Action: Approved (DNCO Agreement 2010-014)
REGULAR ITEMS
GENERAL GOVERNMENT:
Action: The Board discussed the request by the Yurok Tribe to sign the
agreements.
Public Comment was given by Matt Mais, a representative from the
Yurok Tribe.
The Board directed staff to arrange another meeting to discuss the
agreements.
LAND USE:
Action: Art Reeve,
Public Comment was given by Donna Westfall and Victoria Dickey.
On a motion by Supervisor McNamer and seconded by Supervisor
McClure, the Board awarded the contract for the Del Norte County, Service Area
No.1, Sewer System Rehabilitation Project, Clean Water State Revolving Fund Program
Project NO. C-06-7034-110 to Wahlund Construction, Inc. for $1,191,985.00; and
authorized the
Motion:
Move to approve
Move:
Leslie McNamer
Second:
Martha McClure
Vote Yea:
5 Leslie
McNamer, Martha McClure, Michael Sullivan, Gerry Hemmingsen, David Finigan
Vote Nay:
0 None
Vote Abstain: 0 None
BUDGET TRANSFERS:
Action: ALL BUDGET TRANSFERS WERE TAKEN AS ONE ITEM
On a motion by Supervisor Sullivan and seconded by Supervisor
McClure, the Board approved Budget Transfers (01-03, 01-04, 01-07, 01-08,
01-09).
Motion:
Move to approve
Move:
Michael Sullivan
Second:
Martha McClure
Vote Yea:
5 Michael
Sullivan, Martha McClure, Leslie McNamer, Gerry Hemmingsen, David Finigan
Vote Nay:
0 None
Vote Abstain: 0 None
Action: Approved
Action: Approved
Action: Approved
Action: Approved
Action: Approved
LEGISLATIVE AND BUDGET ISSUES:
Action: Jeannine Galatioto, County Administrative Officer, commented that
the State Controller stated that the State would be out of money by March.
Supervisor Finigan commented on AB 1153 and legislation regarding
the implementation of AB32.
Zack Larson gave an update regarding the MPA workgroup. The Board directed Jay Sarina, Assistant
County Administrative Officer, and Zack Larson to take a look at possible next
steps.
CAPITAL PROJECTS:
22. A
Written Capital Projects Update. Information Only.**
Action: Jay Sarina, Assistant County Administrative Officer, gave a
Capital Projects Update.
ADJOURNMENT
Jeremi Ruiz,
Clerk of the Board
THE AGENDA AND ACTION
SUMMARY ARE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY WEBSITE: www.co.del-norte.ca.us