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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
DEL NORTE COUNTY
STATE OF
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REGULAR
MEETING |
Tuesday, June 14, 2011 |
8:30 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
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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; Olson v. Del Norte County, Case No. CVUJ 08-1513, Anticipated
litigation: 1) significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Govt’ Code
54956.9(b) - two cases; 2) Initiation
of litigation Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Govt’ Code
54956.9(c) - 1 case. Update of Real Property Negotiations with the City of
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 and the Clerk took silent
roll noting that all were present.
·
The
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by
Action: Deputy County Counsel Ian Trueblood led the Pledge of Allegiance.
·
Introduction
of new employees to the Board of Supervisors.
Action: No new employees were introduced.
·
Report
of any actions from closed session by
Action: Deputy County Counsel, Ian Trueblood, stated no reportable actions
from 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: On a motion by Supervisor Hemmingsen and seconded by Supervisor
Sullivan, the Board added the following item to the agenda:
Authorize the Clerk of the Board to swear in Supervisor McClure in
as a member of the California Coastal Commission.
The motion was approved unanimously.
The Clerk then swore in Supervisor McClure.
SCHEDULED ITEMS:
Action: Supervisor Sullivan reported on meeting with Terry Supahan from
the Smith River Rancheria regarding County projects, attending a Tri-Agency
Economic Development Authority meeting, attending a Chamber Board meeting,
attending a meeting with the State Parks regarding Jedediah Smith Park,
attending a Redwood Coast Transit Authority meeting, attending a CSAC quarterly
meeting, meeting with the current Executive Director of Fish and Game and Chief
Warden Nolan, meeting with the Executive Director of Cal-Fire, attending a
retirement party for Tom Sweets, former Executive Director of CSAC Finance
Corporation, meeting with Governor Brown, meeting with several Game Wardens ,
attending Judge Frank Petersen's Funeral Service, attending the Scholarship
Banquet, meeting with Senator LaMalfa, and commented on there being a position
available on the College of the Redwoods Board.
Supervisor Hemmingsen reported on attending a Harbor Workforce
meeting regarding a Nor-Tec grant,
attending a Tri-Agency meeting in Supervisor Finigan's place,
participating in Action Summary, meeting with Fred Kelley Grant regarding roads
issues, attending a Border Coast Regional Airport Authority meeting, attending a Coordination meeting
with the Forest Service and the Coordination Committee, attending a Harbor meeting, attending a Solid
Waste Management Authority meeting, attending a meeting with staff regarding
the Snowy Plover Habitat issue, mentioned that he visited Florence Keller Park
to see the new renovation, attending
Judge Frank Petersen's Funeral Service, and attending a meeting with staff and
Supervisor Finigan regarding the Airport and mitigation.
Supervisor McClure reported on the Redwood Parks Association still
interviewing for a Director, attending a Senior Center Board meeting, meeting
with Peter Douglas regarding the Coastal Commission, attending a Solid Waste
Management Authority meeting, attending a Redwood Coast Transit meeting,
meeting with the Harbormaster, and commented that our National Park
Firefighters have been transferred to Arizona to help with the wildfires.
Supervisor Finigan reported on attending an Regional Council for
Rural Counties Board meeting regarding AB109 and realignment, reported on the
Governor's Budget, commented on AB885 as well as illegal dumping; reported on
attending a CSAC Legislative Conference: meeting with Governor Brown, attending
a CSAC Foundation meeting, traveling to Sacramento to testify regarding the
Airport and Smith River Rancheria JPA Amendment, and attending a meeting with
staff regarding mitigation for the Airport. He also gave direction to staff
regarding the overabundance of Elk from
Supervisor McNamer reported on meeting with Greg Burns, our
Legislative Advocate, attending a CMSP meeting, attending her nephews wedding,
attending her granddaughter's graduation, attending a Coordination meeting with
the State Parks, attending a meeting
with Gary Blatnick and the Barnts family regarding the lease for the
Social Services building, meeting with Sarah Sampels and Kevin Hendrick to
review the Ad-Hoc Committees response, commented on the new trash cans through
Solid Waste, and commented that her grandson received a scholarship.
Action: Public Comment was given by Richard Miles, and Zack Larson, Del
Norte Fish and Game Commission.
Action: Gary Blatnick, Director of Health and Human Services spoke on
upcoming presentations.
Laura Olson, gave an update on the following: Investments,
policies,upcoming youth programs, volunteers, and progress of community
projects.
Public Comment was given by Richard Miles.
Action: Chair McNamer opened the Public Hearing.
No Public Comment was given.
Chair McNamer closed the Public Hearing.
On a motion by Supervisor Hemmingsen and seconded by Supervisor
Sullivan, the Board waived full reading, read by title only and adopted an
Ordinance amending the Master Fee Ordinance for the County of Del Norte.
Motion:
Move to approve
Move:
Gerry Hemmingsen
Second:
Michael Sullivan
Vote Yea:
5 Gerry
Hemmingsen, Michael Sullivan, Leslie McNamer, Martha McClure, David Finigan
Vote Nay:
0 None
Vote Abstain: 0 None
CONSENT AGENDA
Comments
from members of the public may be heard at this time regarding matters on the
Consent Agenda only.
Action: Supervisor Hemmingsen recused himself from item #8 due to conflict
of interest.
On a motion by Supervisor Sullivan and seconded by Supervisor
McClure the Board approved the Consent Agenda (Items #5 through #11)
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
5.
Approve
the Minutes from the Board of Supervisors meeting on May 24, 2011.** Document
Action: Approved
Action: Approved (DNCO Resolution 2011-040 and Resolution 2011-041)
Action: Kevin Hamblin spoke on this item regarding the encroachment permit
and fees.
Approved.
Action: Approved
Action: Approved
Action: Approved
Action: Approved
REGULAR ITEMS
GENERAL GOVERNMENT:
Action: Bob Berkowitz, Executive Director of the Visitors Bureau gave a
review of the Analysis and presented their goals to the Board.
The Board member asked questions of the Executive Director and
held a discussion.
Action: Jay Sarina, County Administrative Officer, presented this item.
On a motion by Supervisor Hemmingsen and seconded by Supervisor
Sullivan, the Board approved and authorized the Chair to sign the agreement
with Fred Kelly Grant, LLP for Professional Services.
Motion:
Move to approve
Move:
Gerry Hemmingsen
Second:
Michael Sullivan
Vote Yea:
4 Gerry
Hemmingsen, Michael Sullivan, Leslie McNamer, David Finigan
Vote Nay:
1 Martha
McClure
Vote Abstain: 0 None
Action: Jim Bernard, Airport Director, presented this item.
On a motion by Supervisor Finigan and seconded by Supervisor
McClure, the Board approved the proposed Special Aviation, BCRAA, and County
Airport budgets for 2011/12
Motion:
Move to approve
Move:
David Finigan
Second:
Martha McClure
Vote Yea:
5 David
Finigan, Martha McClure, Leslie McNamer, Michael Sullivan, Gerry Hemmingsen
Vote Nay:
0 None
Vote Abstain: 0 None
15. Appoint
an additional member to the Community Corrections Partnership (CCP).** Document
Action: On a motion by Supervisor Sullivan and seconded by Supervisor
Finigan, the Board appointed the County Administrative Officer as a member to
the Community Corrections Partnership.
Motion:
Move to approve
Move:
Michael Sullivan
Second:
David Finigan
Vote Yea:
5 Michael
Sullivan, David Finigan, Leslie McNamer, Martha McClure, Gerry Hemmingsen
Vote Nay:
0 None
Vote Abstain: 0 None
Action: On a motion by Supervisor Finigan and seconded by Supervisor
Sullivan, the Board approved and authorized the Chair to sign the Fifth
Amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding between Tri-Agency Economic
Development Authority and the County of Del Norte
Motion:
Move to approve
Move:
David Finigan
Second:
Michael Sullivan
Vote Yea:
5 David
Finigan, Michael Sullivan, Leslie McNamer, Martha McClure, Gerry Hemmingsen
Vote Nay:
0 None
Vote Abstain: 0 None
LAND USE:
Action: On a motion by Supervisor McClure and seconded by Supervisor
Sullivan, the Board approved the Plans and Specifications and Contract
Documents for the Northcrest Drive Sewer Extension Project and authorize staff
to advertise for bids.
Motion:
Move to approve
Move:
Martha McClure
Second:
Michael Sullivan
Vote Yea:
5 Martha
McClure, Michael Sullivan, Leslie McNamer, Gerry Hemmingsen, David Finigan
Vote Nay:
0 None
Vote Abstain: 0 None
LEGISLATIVE AND BUDGET ISSUES:
Action: Jay Sarina, County Administrative Officer, commented that the
proposed budget is continually being worked on and that there have been
proposals submitted to the bargaining units.
Supervisor Finigan commented on SB726.
The Board of Supervisors directed staff to send a letter on behalf
of the Del Norte Fish and Game Commission regarding Smith River Chinook Salmon
Sport Fishing Regulations.
CAPITAL PROJECTS:
19. Verbal
Update. Information only.
Action: Jay Sarina, County Administrative Officer, commented that all Prop
40 projects have been completed. He also thanked the Road Department for their
help at the last minute. Updates were given on Point St. George and Battery
Point Lighthouse projects.
ADJOURNMENT
Action: The meeting adjourned at 11:53 A.M.
Jeremi Ruiz,
Clerk of the Board
THE AGENDA AND ACTION
SUMMARY ARE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY WEBSITE: www.co.del-norte.ca.us