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Calaveras County Board of Supervisors Summary and Complete Video for October 19th, 2010
San Andreas, CA...Valley Springs Plan Submitted to the Planning Dept, Study Session on 12/26 Intersection and much more highlighted the Board of Supervisors Meeting this week. The Complete Summary and Video of the Meeting and also the study session is enclosed...
The Video below and most videos of the Calaveras County Board of Supervisors Meetings are recorded and provided by Calaveras County Public Access Television.
SUMMARY OF THE MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
COUNTY OF CALAVERAS, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
HELD ON OCTOBER 19, 2010
PRESENT: Merita Callaway, Chair; Thomas Tryon, Vice-Chair; Gary Tofanelli, Steve Wilensky and Russ Thomas, Supervisors; James Jones, County Counsel; Jeanne Boyce, County Administrative Officer; and Madaline Krska, Deputy Clerk
ABSENT: None
C O N S E N T A G E N D A
(On a motion of Supervisor Tofanelli, seconded by Supervisor Wilensky for consent agenda items 1-4 and motion of Supervisor Wilensky, seconded by Supervisor Tofanelli for consent agenda item 5 were unanimously approved.)
1. MINUTES of a regular Board of Supervisors meeting held on September 28, 2010 2. CORRESPONDENCE: October 1 thru 7, 2010 3. RESOLUTION authorizing the Board Chair to sign the application for Open Space Subvention Payment of $136,544.06 from the State of California under the Open Space Subvention Act 4. RESOLUTION authorizing a one-year extension of the Subdivision Improvement Agreement with CPC-OFG Copperopolis, LLC, for Copper Hills Unit 1, Tract 93-535 5. MINUTE ORDER acknowledging Public Works receipt of a certificate of recognition from the California Department of Transportation for being the sole recipient of 2009 Highways for LIFE funds in the State of California
R E G U L A R A G E N D A
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Jean Macomber, Domestic Animal Advisory Committee, read a letter into the record discussing the relationship of Calaveras County Humane Society and the County to determine a building site for a new animal shelter. A request was made to have a study session to determine a location for the shelter. Supervisor Callaway stated upon receipt of data requested regarding sewer and water issues a study session will be scheduled. Tyler Summerset, Calaveras Council of Governments(CCOG), presented an update to the Board regarding the Final Draft Plan for the Valley Springs Community Plan Update to be given to the Planning Department. The plan is the result of a cumulative effort of numerous community meetings with many groups participating. Mark James, myvalleysprings.com, thanked CCOG for securing the administrative funds. Joyce Techel, myvalleysprings.com, provided the history of the grant including the process and the accomplishments, stating appreciation for CCOG in the completion of this document. Colleen Platt, myvalleysprings.com, stated appreciation for the process to submit the public based Valley Springs Community Plan Update. Gary Caldwell, Valley Springs, feels the plan submitted has land issues consistent with the proposed General Plan Update. Janice Bassett, Valley Springs, spoke in favor of the plan submitted today stating appreciation for the process followed as being inclusive. Zerrall McDaniel, business owner in Valley Springs, spoke in favor of the community plan as submitted today. The many avenues of public outreach used during the process were itemized. Marti Crane, read and submitted into the record a letter regarding the process and timeline to update the County General Plan. Support was stated for the CCOG plan asking for the “Tofanelli Community Plan” to be given equal consideration. Clyde Clapp, Valley Springs, stated concerns for the public comment policy of 5 minutes per person and 15 minutes per subject not being followed today. Melanie Jones, Valley Springs, feels the proposed Valley Springs Community Plan is the result of a huge public outreach effort. Holly Mines, Rail Road Flat, acknowledged the process and the completed finished product. Cameron Todd, Valley Springs, expressed the professional method and transparency used in the process to develop the plan. Bonnie Newman, Double Springs, expressed appreciation to Darryl Rusk as the liaison to Amador County for public awareness on aging signs. A leadership conference report was given. Terry Baker, Rail Road Flat, read into the record (1) Agriculture Dispute Resolution Committee (ADRC) mediation, fair hearing and fact finding case regarding Roberta Carolyn Redmond and a formal written and signed ADRC form from separate responding party ranches. Tonya Dausend, Burson, requested the agenda packets include all of the correspondence for each meeting. Reference was made to the founders system set that a popular majority can not vote away the rights of the minority. Captain Ed Ballard, Sheriff’s Department, reported on a October 14th Domestic Animal Advisory Committee meeting. Policy changes will be discussed further with a study session in January. Supervisor Tryon referenced the process of public comments. Concerns were expressed for the Valley Springs Community Plan presented by CCOG and for the endorsements and comments stated today. It is felt these should have been stated during a study session when the Board evaluates the plan. 7. PRESENTATION by California State Association of Counties (CSAC): The 2010 CSAC California Counties Innovation Award to Calaveras County Behavioral Health Services for its Behavioral Health Educational Career Ladder Program. 8. Discussion and possible action re: RESOLUTION proclaiming October 2010 as disability History Awareness Month in Calaveras County – approved 5-0 9. Discussion and possible action re: MINUTE ORDER approving corrected quit claim deed in connection with property transfer to the Administrative Office of the Courts for courthouse construction - pulled from the agenda – approved 5-0 10. Discussion and possible action re: MINUTE ORDER authorizing a short-term no interest loan, in the amount of $7,800, to the Central Sierra Planning Council (CSPC) with repayment due upon the Agency’s receipt of funds owed by the State for FY 2010/11 – approved 5-0 11. Review of correspondence, reports and various matters of concern. Supervisor Tryon had nothing to report. Supervisor Wilensky this evening, will attend a meeting regarding the potential closure of Rail Road Flat School; Wednesday will attend a meeting in Sacramento regarding forestry issues; Saturday will attend the Mountain Ranch October Fest and a showing of a locally produced film; Monday will attend the Central Sierra Child Care Council JPA meeting and a forest contractors meeting. Supervisor Tofanelli Saturday will attend a showing of a locally produced film. A report was given on a Mountain Valley Emergency Services meeting he attended. A Stanislaus Board of Supervisor submitted documentation regarding a proposal to pursue options other than those provided currently. Supervisor Tofanelli feels the desire is to settle issues not to completely terminate the affiliation. It is necessary for a six month notice to cancel the agreement. Supervisor Thomas will attend the Chamber of Commerce Quarterly lunch; a Copperopolis School fundraiser and a showing of a locally produced film. Supervisor Callaway on Wednesday will attend a Calaveras; Monday will attend the Central Sierra Child Care Council JPA meeting. Chair reminded the Board of a Calaveras Fish and Game Commission meeting on the 27th. Chair Callaway initiated discussion regarding concerns for the length of public comments. When the time used for public comments becomes extensive there are impacts on the balance of the scheduled agenda items. People in attendance regarding these items are then held over for an undue amount of time. Current Board policy is for 5 minutes within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Board. Suggestions for revision include: change the time from 5 minutes to 3 minutes, schedule a specific timeframe for public comments with additional time at the end of the agenda for those still wishing to speak, move the entire public comments to the end of the agenda, limit time when there is an issue having potential extensive comment and cease filming public comments. Direction was given to CAO Boyce to research other counties policies and provide a written report to the Board for further discussion. CAO Boyce gave a report regarding the state budget stating September cash was somewhat higher than expected reflecting the timeline changes for tax payments received. Future impacts on public safety issues reflecting a shift to counties of juvenile parolees in 2014. Reference was made to budget trailer bills that need to be monitored. The VLF funding formula has not changed for local public safety in the current year however the extension will expire June 30, 2011. Language in the Williamson Act trailer bill is being monitored. CalWorks and the Child Care Fund have hidden impacts potentially affecting County families. A report was given on AB36 and AB32 funds regarding federal mandates. Tom Garcia, Director Public Works, stated it is not clear how HUTA funds can be used regarding roads. Boyce met with the UC Cooperative Extension and neighboring counties to continue exploring a draft Joint Powers Authority agreement to be presented to the Board. Wednesday through Friday will attend the CSAC Administrators annual meetings. County Counsel Jones, will work with CAO to produce a written summary on the issue of public comments. The Brown Act requirement is met on the agenda providing an opportunity for the public to address the Board within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Board. The Board has discretion to impose time limits. 12. STUDY SESSION to discuss and provide direction regarding alternatives for the State Route 12 and 26 (SR12/26) signalization and intersection improvement project (cont’d item from 08/10/2010) - Informational only 13. A CLOSED SESSION: pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9: conference with legal counsel re: existing litigation – (three cases) Michael Nemee and Michelle Nemee v. County of Calaveras, Calaveras Superior Court Case No. CV35775; Michael Nemee and Michelle Nemee v. County of Calaveras, Calaveras Superior Court Case No. CV35721; Michael Nemee and Michelle Nemee v. County of Calaveras, Calaveras Superior Court Case No. CV36297 was cancelled. 14. Discussion re: overview of the In Home Support Services (IHSS) Program/Public Authority; Calaveras Works and Human Services Agency (CWHSA)- Informational only
___/s/ Karen Varni ____________________
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
to the Board of Supervisors of the
County of Calaveras, State of Calif.
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