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Time Description 9:04 a.m. Meeting Called to Order at the Mariposa County Government Center Pledge of Allegiance Introductions Lee Stetson, Chairman Adopt a Resolution and Present a Tile Plaque to Denise Ludington for her Outstanding Service as Planning Commissioner for Supervisorial District I BOARD ACTION: (M)Turpin, (S)Fritz, Res. 06-432 was adopted/Ayes: Unanimous. Chairman Stetson advised that Denise Ludington was unable to be present, and this matter will be rescheduled for presentation. Public Presentation: For Non-Timed Agenda Items including Attention, Information, and Consent Agenda, and for Items Not on the Agenda Paul Chapman referred to Consent Agenda item 12, and he stated he feel the GIS mapping contains inaccurate information. Eleanor Keuning discussed the economy in general and the situation with the rockslide on Highway 140 – she stated she feels that the area needs to develop other ways to attract tourists. Board Information Supervisor Fritz advised that she attended the San Joaquin Valley Rail Commission meeting in Merced – Amtrak is moving its run for Yosemite from Merced to Modesto with the 28-foot vehicle restriction on Highway 140; and she asked that there be consideration for adding a representative from Mariposa County to the Commission. She advised that the Board of Realtors scholarship dinner is scheduled for this Saturday. On Sunday, the volunteer firefighter’s picnic is scheduled at the Fairgrounds. Supervisor Turpin advised that he attended the business development meeting in Greeley Hill on Monday; and he plans to attend the volunteer firefighter’s picnic on Sunday. Supervisor Stetson thanked Supervisors Fritz and Pickard, and Supervisor-elect Aborn for attending the San Joaquin Valley Rail Commission meeting. Approval of Consent Agenda (See End of Minutes) BOARD ACTION: Supervisor Bibby pulled items 3, 9, 10, 11, and 12; and she requested that items 9, 10 and 11 be held until the final budget hearing is concluded. Supervisor Pickard pulled item 12. (M)Turpin, (S)Fritz, the balance of the items was approved/Ayes: Unanimous. Consent Agenda item 3 – second amendment to agreement with Golder Associates. Supervisor Bibby noted the change in the contract to reflect the services to be provided. (M)Bibby, (S)Fritz, item 3 was approved with the correction/Ayes: Unanimous. Consent Agenda item 9 – third amendment to contract with Hauge Brueck Associates (novated from Parsons); Consent Agenda item 10 – agreement with Abbott & Kindermann; and Consent Agenda item 11 – novation agreement from Parsons to Hauge Brueck Associates. Supervisor Bibby initiated discussion and noted that funding for these contracts is being requested in the final budget hearing for FY 2006-07; and she again requested that action be delayed until the conclusion of the final budget MARIPOSA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CONFORMED AGENDA September 19, 2006 ---PAGE BREAK--- 2 9-19-06 hearing. She advised of her discussion with Administrative staff relative to these matters. Kris Schenk, Planning Director, provided input relative to the contracts and funding requests; and he advised that no funding is requested for item 11. Thomas P. Guarino, County Counsel, provided input relative to the status of contractual obligations for Andy Hauge to continue to work on the General Plan Update and the timeframes for this project. Following discussion, (M)Bibby, (S)Turpin, items 9, 10, and 11 were approved/Ayes: Unanimous. Consent Agenda item 12 – agreement with CD Data for outsourcing the County GIS base map. Supervisor Bibby asked for clarification relative to the Attorney General’s Opinion on the Public Records Act as it relates to this information. Thomas P. Guarino, County Counsel, stated he feels the Attorney General’s Opinion was poorly researched and drafted; however, the documents required to be public documents under the Attorney General’s Opinion would continue to be available as public records. Rick Peresan, Technical Services Director, and Bob Lowrimore, Assessor, responded to questions relative to the request and how this process would work; and relative to the selection process and recommendation to contract with CD Data. They advised that Mariposa County does not have the staff to update the GIS map with parcel layer information. Supervisor Bibby asked for clarification of the termination clause in the contract. County Counsel reviewed the clause, and he advised of a correction to reflect that CD Data shall disclose to third parties purchasing their product that there is no County warranty. Supervisor Bibby stated she would like to see the counties and cities challenge the Attorney General’s Opinion before proceeding with this. (M)Pickard, (S)Turpin, Res. 06-443 was adopted with the language change in the contract to reflect “shall” versus “should.” Further discussion was continued for the following public hearing to be opened. 10:00 a.m. The public hearing regarding fees for the Don Pedro Sewer District was opened and continued until after the following matter. Further discussion was held relative to the contract with CD Data. Supervisor Turpin asked that the status of this service be tracked. Ayes: Stetson, Turpin, Fritz, Pickard; Noes: Bibby. 10:03 a.m. Recess 10:21 a.m. Dana Hertfelder, Public Works Director; PUBLIC HEARING: Regarding Fees for the Don Pedro Sewer District; Approval of the Proposed Fee Schedule BOARD ACTION: Dana Hertfelder presented the staff report, and he advised that one of the requirements of the USDA for funding for this project is that user fees charged to customers be sufficient to cover routine operations and maintenance of the facility. He also advised that the rate increase must be performed in compliance with Proposition 218, and he presented a written opinion (letter of August 21, 2006) from Jones Hall advising that this process complies with the requirements. Carl Casey/Public Works Administrator, reviewed the details of the rate increase proposal. He reviewed the operational costs for the last three years; the projected long-term equipment replacement costs; and the proposed fee rates. Staff responded to questions from the Board relative to the recommendation to not change the sewer hookup fee and how this fee compares to other districts – it is the same amount for the other districts; what the process would be in the future when the facilities are transferred to the Community Services District for the District to increase the fees – the District would need to go through a similar procedure to adjust fees; consideration of looking a gradual increases on a regular basis for the special districts; as to what costs are included in the professional services line item – staff time for district operations; clarification of the annual standby fee – this fee is for each undeveloped parcel; and explanation relative to the changes over the last three budget years in the revenues from the collection of standby fees – the information is based on when the actual payments were made. The public portion of the hearing was opened and input was provided by the following: Chris Porter, representing Deerwood Corporation, stated they are subject to more than one-half of the assessment district. Ordinarily they would not support fee increases; however, they support this increase as proposed. ---PAGE BREAK--- 3 9-19-06 Tom Porter, Deerwood Corporation, noted that there were a lot of property transfers during the last year in the district and unpaid fees were collected. He noted that they acquired about 70 parcels. The public portion of the hearing was closed and the Board commenced with deliberations. (M)Turpin, (S)Fritz, Res. 06-444 was adopted approving the proposed fee schedule for the Don Pedro Sewer District. Staff responded to questions from the Board as to whether any letters were received opposing the fee increase – staff advised that no letters were received, just the letter referred to in the staff report from Jones Hall. Carl Casey noted that the recommended effective date for the fee increase is October 1, 2006. Staff responded to questions from the Board relative to further evaluating the hookup fee – staff will bring back information later this fiscal year; and relative to compliance with advance noticing requirements for the October 1st effective date – staff advised that the effective date was included on the fee schedule that was included with the cover letter that was sent to each of the property owners in the district. The motion was amended, agreeable with the maker and the second, the include direction for staff to send a follow-up letter to the property owners advising of the Board’s decision today to increase the fees. Ayes: Unanimous. 11:00 a.m. MARIPOSA COUNTY WATER AGENCY (Chair – Director Turpin; Vice-Chair – Director Bibby) A. Public Presentation Ruth Sellers asked about the status of resolving the land use issue with the State Department of Conservation, and she asked why funds are still being spent on this project. Director Stetson stated he feels that the issue has been resolved. Paul Chapman stated that pursuant to his discussion with the State Department of Conservation, the Department does not feel that this is resolved. Director Pickard advised that the Board is working on a solution with the Department of Conservation to resolve the matter before any work proceeds. Chairman Turpin asked for a status report on the Williamson Act contract issue. Dana Hertfelder, Public Works Director, advised that they are in the process of having the footprint of about 3 ½ acres removed from the Williamson Act contract and they have provided a petition and legal description to Planning to pursue this matter. Kris Schenk, Planning Director, provided input relative to the cancellation process and timeframes. He suggested that, based on rough calculations of the timeframes that the Board may want to consider holding a special meeting on October 27th for a hearing to take action to cancel the contract. Thomas P. Guarino, County Counsel, advised that it has been the position of the County to take the appropriate steps in this matter; and this subsequent agreement with the Department of Conservation is that before construction begins, the County will remove the land from the Williamson Act Contract. He further noted that no money for construction has been expended on this project. Supervisor Turpin clarified that the project involves more of the land; however, the plant itself is contained in the 3 ½ acres. Dana Hertfelder provided input relative to work that could begin outside of the Williamson Act Contracted land. He also noted the State’s original approval of this project based on the findings the County submitted; and subsequent efforts to work out a compromise to resolve the land issue. Director Bibby asked for assurance that there will be no construction until the Williamson Act Contract issue is resolved. Dana Hertfelder provided input relative to off-site work that could be done; and he advised that no work will begin on the parcels until the issue is resolved. Supervisor Bibby asked about routing the cancellation matter through the Planning Commission and the Agricultural Advisory Committee before the Board takes action. Kris Schenk stated he does not feel that the timeframe would allow for that; however, he noted that there has been considerable discussion by the Agricultural Advisory Committee previously on this issue. Supervisor Bibby asked that information be submitted relative to the status of the Committee’s recommendation on this matter. County Counsel stated he feels this is just a technical correction with respect to the Department of Conservation having reversed its decision. He noted that the matter before the Water Agency today is relative to a loan. Supervisor Bibby asked County Counsel to verify that the appropriate process is being followed for the Williamson Act Contract cancellation; and he advised that based on his discussion with the Planning Director, the appropriate process is being followed. Director ---PAGE BREAK--- 4 9-19-06 Pickard stated he agrees with the recommendation to set a hearing as quickly as possible on this matter; however, he disagrees with having to go through this process because of the State reversing its decision. B. Formal Approval of two Transactions in the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Budget: 1) a Loan in the Amount of $100,000 to the Don Pedro Wastewater Treatment Plant Project (Fund 540); 2) a Grant in the Amount of $150,000 to the Regional Sports Complex (Fund 540) to Assist with the Construction of a Waterline (Public Works Director) AGENCY ACTION: Dana Hertfelder, Public Works Director, presented the requested actions, and he advised of the recommendations of the Water Agency Advisory Board. Director Bibby asked whether a budget action form is needed for this action. Carl Casey, Public Works Administrator, advised of his discussion with the Auditor on this matter, and he noted that the Auditor wanted a specific Water Agency action on this. The Board of Supervisors previously took action and the funds were allocated in the FY 2005-06 adopted budget. Following discussion, (M)Stetson, (S)Pickard, Water Agency Res. 06-2 was adopted approving the requests/Ayes: Unanimous. 11:26 a.m. LOCAL TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (Chair – Lyle Turpin, Vice-Chair – Dianne Fritz) A) Public Presentation – none B) Authorize Participation in the Optional Regional Surface Transportation Program (RSTP) Federal Exchange and State Match Program for Fiscal Year 2005-2006 and Authorize the Executive Director to Sign the Agreement with CalTrans (Public Works Director) COMMISSION ACTION: Following discussion with Dana Hertfelder, Public Works Director, (M)Stetson, (S)Fritz, LTC Res. 06-6 was adopted approving the request/Ayes: Unanimous. 11:30 a.m. Discussion and Possible Further Action Regarding Continuation of the Local Emergency Due to Landslides on Highway 140 Enroute to Yosemite National Park (County Counsel/Interim County Administrative Officer) BOARD ACTION: Chairman Stetson advised of his conversation with the Park Service and CalTrans on Thursday and he said that there is nothing new to report from the last Board meeting. Supervisor Pickard asked that since vehicles over 28-feet can not negotiate the bridges, about the continuity of the transportation systems such as YARTS and the school buses. Chairman Stetson advised that YARTS is driving around with the long buses; however, they can access Highway 140 with the shorter buses, and they are still looking at trying to acquire shorter buses that will accommodate the luggage requirements. YARTS has been unable to accommodate all of the people. He advised that the School District parks the larger bus and transports the remaining students on the other side with a smaller bus. Supervisor Turpin advised of a response received from Dinah Bortner/CalTrans Office that they plan to evaluate the sign situation on Highways 59 and 132 by the end of the month. (M)Pickard, (S)Bibby, Res. 06- 445 was adopted finding the local emergency due to the landslides on Highway 140 enroute to Yosemite National Park continues to exist, and continuing the local emergency based on the findings/Ayes: Unanimous. Approval of Minutes of August 22, 2006, Regular Meeting (Clerk of the Board); and Approval of Minutes of September 5, 2006, Regular Meeting (Clerk of the Board) BOARD ACTION: (M)Bibby, (S)Fritz, the minutes were approved/Ayes: Unanimous. 11:35 a.m. CLOSED SESSION: Anticipated Litigation; Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to Subdivision of Government Code Section 54956.9. Number of Cases to be Discussed: 1, Mariposa County v Total Waste Systems, Inc.; Initiating of Litigation Pursuant to Subdivision of Government Code Section 54956.9. Number of Cases to be Discussed: 1, Mariposa County v Total Waste Systems, Inc. (County Counsel) BOARD ACTION: (M)Bibby, (S)Fritz, the closed session was held with the Public Works Director to be present/Ayes: Unanimous. Chairman Stetson advised that the Board would reconvene in open session after lunch. ---PAGE BREAK--- 5 9-19-06 12:50 p.m. Lunch 1:38 p.m. The Board reconvened. Chairman Stetson announced that direction was given to County Counsel in Closed Session to retain outside counsel to pursue litigation against Total Waste Systems. Continued Public Hearing to Consider the Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2006-2007, and Continue the Hearing and Meeting to September 20, 21, 22, 25, 26, 27, 28 and 29th, as Necessary to Conclude the Hearing and for the Adoption of the Final Budget BOARD ACTION: The following persons were present to respond to questions and to track the budget changes: Mike Coffield/Interim Budget-Personnel-Risk Management Director; Chris Ebie/Auditor; Mary Hodson/Deputy County Administrative Officer; and Debbie Isaacs/Assistant Auditor. Dana Hertfelder, Public Works Director; and Carl Casey, Public Works Administrator, were present. Board members pulled the budgets under Public Works that they wished to discuss. Input from the public was received from the following: Paul Chapman presented a list of budget items that he questioned, including salaries for some of the positions, and he provided further comment with the individual budgets. The following budgets were reviewed and the Board concurred with the final budget adjustments for each of the budgets as recommended. Facilities Maintenance – Carl Casey noted that the salary information in the budgets was obtained from the Auditor’s Office. He advised of a requested change in the proposed budget to transfer $16,000 from the Maintenance of Buildings line item to Fixed Assets for replacement of the septic system at the Catheys Valley Park, and the Board concurred. Supervisor Bibby asked that the request for the refrigerator replacement for the McCay Hall be funded, and direction was given to fund this request later this date. Supervisor Stetson stated he would like to discuss the maintenance concerns for the Mariposa Museum and History Center during the budget hearing. Supervisor Turpin asked about the utility costs and the audit by EnerPower. Carl Casey advised of the status of the audit and request to transfer $3,000 from Utilities to Professional Services for the consulting services with EnerPower, and the Board concurred. Supervisor Turpin suggested that consideration be given to obtaining a boom truck to maintain the lighting districts. Dana Hertfelder advised that they are looking at a man-trailer and are planning to rent one to see how it works. Supervisor Pickard asked about the status of the replacement of the restroom at the Art Park; and Dana Hertfelder advised that he wants to come back with cost information for rebuilding the facility. Supervisor Bibby encouraged the Department to submit the restitution information to the District Attorney for this facility. Mike Coffield advised of a $55,000 policy issue in the budget due to a revenue reduction because of the reassignment of duties of the testing for the water treatment facilities to the new Plant Operator position in the Road budget. He advised that in order to keep this reassignment revenue neutral, he recommended that the General Fund contribution to the Road budget be reduced by $55,000, and Public Works and the Board concurred with this recommendation. Roads – Dana Hertfelder advised of the $33,000 additional revenue that the Board approved earlier this date with the RSTP program and he suggested that $22,000 be cut from extra help to make up the $55,000 reduction in the General Fund contribution to the Road budget; and the Board concurred with these changes. Discussion was held relative to the status of funding and potential impacts to this budget. Dana Hertfelder advised that the recommended budget will only allow for basic road maintenance for this fiscal year. Supervisor Turpin asked about the status of funding for maintenance for Priest-Coulterville Road. Mike Coffield advised that Mariposa County has been amended into legislation that would wipe out our match for the storm damage with the 17 other counties. Supervisor Pickard commented on Proposition 1A scheduled for the November ballot. Input from the public was provided by the following: ---PAGE BREAK--- 6 9-19-06 Paul Chapman asked why the Plant Operator is in the Road budget versus Administration; stated he feels the $25,000 could be cut for the Department of Corrections (CDC) brushing work; questioned the rents and leases line item; disagreed with funding for the sign shop and the re-painting of the vehicles; and he asked for clarification of the budgeting process for the vehicle expense. Dana Hertfelder responded to Mr. Chapman’s questions and he advised that the cost for the Plant Operator is covered by the special districts; they receive a lot of brushing work from the CDC crews; the rents expense is for heavy equipment; the sign shop has a role in providing public safety; and the decision to purchase white vehicles and painting stripes on them is costing less than purchasing the yellow vehicles and it provides better visibility and identification of the vehicles. Carl Casey provided input on the budgeting process for the vehicle expenses. Chris Ebie provided an explanation of the cost allocation. Airport Operations – Discussion was held relative to the Auditor’s earlier comment that this budget needs to be moved to an Enterprise Fund. (M)Bibby, (S)Fritz, to move the Airport budget to an Enterprise Fund. Supervisor Pickard asked for clarification of whether the General Fund could still contribute to the Enterprise Fund. Thomas P. Guarino, County Counsel, advised that to the extent the Airport would provide a public benefit, the General Fund could provide support. However, as an Enterprise Fund, it would need to be self-supporting. He suggested that the Auditor could be requested to work with County staff and himself to bring back the necessary item to move toward setting up the Airport as an Enterprise Fund. Mike Coffield stated that with direction this would be effective for the next budget year. The motion was withdrawn by the maker and the second; and the Board concurred with staff pursuing this matter. Supervisor Turpin asked about the status of the proposal to install solar panels at the Airport. Carl Casey advised that the project never moved forward. Input from the public was provided by the following: Paul Chapman stated he agrees with this being an Enterprise Fund. He also stated he feels the fuel costs should be raised as he feels we are lower than Columbia. He suggested that the hangar rental fees be reviewed. Carl Casey advised that staff will review the hangar rental fees again. Supervisor Pickard noted that the fuel costs are monitored. Public Works Administration – Dana Hertfelder responded to Mr. Chapman’s earlier input relative to the salary for the Public Works Administrator; and he advised that this was a part of the department’s reorganization and the deletion of the Fiscal Officer position. He also noted that they show a reduction in revenues as they have been unable to fill the Assistant Director position. Discussion was held relative to the request for the training and desk for the Safety Officer. No changes were made. 3:27 p.m. Recess 3:40 p.m. Regional Transit System – Discussion was held. No changes were made. Parks and Recreation – No changes were made. Local Transportation – No changes were made. State Transit Assistance – No changes were made. Transportation Planning – Discussion was held relative to staffing for this function since MCAG is no longer providing staff support. Dana Hertfelder advised of request to use the Administrative Analyst position for this function. Mike Coffield advised that they are going through the personnel process for this change. Pedestrian Bikeway – Supervisor Bibby asked for clarification to the reference of an existing building for $188,000. Chris Ebie advised that this reference is in error; and Carl Casey noted that it needs to be corrected to reflect a Fixed Asset line item for land improvements. Supervisor Turpin asked about the status of current projects. Dana Hertfelder advised that there are no projects at this time and that ---PAGE BREAK--- 7 9-19-06 funding will be available when the Bicycle Plan is finished. They are hoping that staff for the Transportation Planning function can complete the Plan. Special Aviation – No changes were made. Roads/Special Projects – No changes were made. Water Agency – Input from the public was provided by the following: Paul Chapman asked for clarification of the $347,000 for special department projects. Carl Casey advised that this line item is used to show the appropriation of funds that are specifically designated for projects and he reviewed the projects. Paul Chapman stated he feels that the Baptist Church should pay for its own pipe line. Supervisor Bibby asked for information on the status of the loan with MPUD for the Idle Wheels project. Chris Ebie advised that he will obtain information for the Board members. Discussion was held. Coulterville Lighting – Supervisor Turpin asked for clarification of the use of the Professional Services line item, and staff advised that this is for work PG&E did in the Coulterville Park. No changes were made. Coulterville Service Area – No changes were made. Don Pedro Service Area 1M – No changes were made. Don Pedro Sewer – No changes were made. Hornitos Lighting – No changes were made. Mariposa Lighting – No changes were made. Mariposa Parking – Discussion was held. No changes were made. Mariposa Pines Sewer – No changes were made. Wawona Service Area – No changes were made. Yosemite West Maintenance – No changes were made. Airport Hanger Project – Supervisor Bibby asked for clarification of the reduction in the rent revenues. Carl Casey advised that they do not always have 100 percent occupancy due to turnover in the rentals. Discussion was held relative to the Fixed Asset Building line item that is being held in case a private hanger owner agrees to sell. No changes were made. Inspection Fee – No changes were made. Zone of Benefit Revolving – Discussion was held and Chris Ebie advised that the loan payments are going to the General Fund. Supervisor Bibby requested information on the status of the loans and payments. She also asked about the status of showing trust funds in the budget. No changes were made. Trower Road/140 Intersection – No changes were made. Deferred Improvements – No changes were made. ---PAGE BREAK--- 8 9-19-06 Rewards Program/Parks –Supervisor Bibby asked whether this fund has been used. Discussion was held. (M)Bibby, (S)Turpin, the funds were transferred to the Facility budget for the purchase of a refrigerator for the McCay Hall, with direction that the balance of the funds be transferred at mid-year for maintenance; and that this budget be closed/Ayes: Unanimous. Deferred Improvement/Land Division – No changes were made. Skateboard Park Donations – It was noted that this account is closed. Airport Planning Grant – No changes were made. Capital Improvement Projects – Supervisor Pickard asked about the status of the active CIP projects; and staff responded as follows: El Portal Pool – project is finished Art Park – remaining funds are for a stone sign Greeley Hill Community Center – funding is left from a contribution and there are no specific plans for a project. Supervisor Pickard asked about the possibility of using these funds for the Red Cloud Library. Supervisor Turpin noted that he feels there will be a need to use these funds at the Greeley Hill Community Center. Red Cloud Restroom – project is finished with the exception of some minor electrical work Courthouse Construction Account – Supervisor Pickard noted that agreement has been reach with the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) on the Courthouse; and asked staff to review the status of maintenance for the Courthouse, including stabilization of the cupola. Dana Hertfelder advised that a semi-annual inspection is done and they are looking at fire escape maintenance and painting. Supervisor Bibby asked staff to look at the monument at the Courthouse and the problem with removal of the rocks. Government Center – Supervisor Stetson asked about the status of maintenance for the facility, especially painting of the metal railings. 504 Fund for Courthouse Renovation – Discussion was held relative to the status of the Courthouse funds for maintenance. Thomas P. Guarino, County Counsel, provided input on the agreement with the AOC and he advised that the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court has control over Funds 502/3; and that these funds could be used for purchase of land for a new courthouse or for construction, but he is not sure about use of the funds for maintenance on the existing facility. That matter will need to be reviewed. History Center – Supervisor Fritz initiated discussion relative to the needed roof and deck repairs. Discussed was held with Dana Hertfelder relative to possible funding options, and he suggested that he come back to the Board with a Proposition 40 application for the project. The Board concurred with directing staff to come back with a cost estimate for this project. Fund 569/Sports Complex – Carl Casey provided input on the projects that have been funded from this account. Yosemite West Fund 545 – Dana Hertfelder provided input on the status of grant/loan funds from the Water Agency ($300,000) and the General Fund ($600,000) that were advanced for the Yosemite West wastewater treatment facility project, and he noted that these costs were not included in the assessment. He advised that they have $300,000 remaining that they can return to the General Fund during this budget process. He further advised that they will bring back an item in the future to address the outstanding balances. Carl Casey provided information on the status of the $300,000 additional loan from the USDA for the unallocated EDUs (additional reserve capacity) that were not covered by the assessment. He advised that only $51,000 of the loan was advanced to the County when the loan closed, and the plan was to sell the additional EDUs to repay the loan. He recommended that they do not borrow the remaining $249,000 of the loan; and that the outstanding principle be paid from Funds 755 and 545 to save additional interest charges from accruing on the loan. Since the building moratorium was lifted, they have sold some EDUs. Discussion was held. Dana Hertfelder recommended that they come back with a plan for repayment of the loan. ---PAGE BREAK--- 9 9-19-06 Don Pedro Wastewater Treatment Facility Project – Dana Hertfelder recommended that they come back with a plan to repay the borrowed funds for this project. Courthouse Construction Fund –Further discussion was held relative to this fund and maintenance of the Courthouse. Yosemite West Fund – Further discussion was held. Supervisor Pickard suggested that staff bring something back before the end of the budget hearing relative to the repayment proposals. Chris Ebie provided input relative to the funds received ($16,000) from the sale of the unallocated EDUs. (M)Pickard, (S)Turpin, $300,000 was accepted as repayment for a portion of the loan from the General Fund to the District – these funds will be transferred out and appropriated to General Contingency/Ayes: Unanimous. 5:32 p.m. Recess 5:47 p.m. Solid Waste & Recycling – Supervisor Bibby asked for clarification of whether the costs of the equipment purchases will have an impact on the tipping fees. Dana Hertfelder noted that this budget is an Enterprise Fund. Discussion was held. Supervisor Pickard asked about the status of reimbursement of the loan from the General Fund for this compost facility project; and the Board concurred with directing staff to come back with a repayment plan for the one million dollars. Supervisor Bibby asked about looking at discontinuing the annual permit fee and the fee structure, especially for mobile homes. Supervisor Turpin asked about the status of reaching the diversion rate. Dana Hertfelder provided a status report on the operation of the compost facility. Solid Waste Closure; Solid Waste Liner Replacement; Solid Waste Special Project – No changes were made. Fleet Maintenance – Discussion was held. Supervisor Bibby asked about the possibility of using SCOPE volunteers to transport vehicles for warranty work, and discussion was held. Input from the public was provided by the following: Paul Chapman asked about the salary increase for the Fleet Superintendent; the maintenance of equipment budget; Road Department usage line item; and the transfer out line item. Dana Hertfelder responded relative to the reorganization of the Department and the Fleet Superintendent position; and he noted that Joey Halencak is an outstanding manager; and he provided input relative to the maintenance of equipment line item and advised that this is for all of the County vehicles. Carl Casey provided input concerning the other budget questions. No changes were made. Fire Vehicle Replacement – Discussion was held relative to the status of replacement of the water tenders. No changes were made. Vehicle Replacement – No changes were made. Heavy Equipment Replacement – Input from the public was provided by the following: Paul Chapman asked what was being purchased; and Carl Casey responded. The Final Budget Hearing was continued to Thursday, September 21, 2006, at 9:00 a.m. CONSENT AGENDA: CA-1 Approve Cooperative Law Enforcement Agreement 05-LE-11051520-023 (Including Sub-Agreement 02-LE-11051360-061) with the United States Department of Agriculture, Sierra National Forest to Assist in Providing Law Enforcement Services on National Forest Lands (Sheriff); Res. 06-433 ---PAGE BREAK--- 10 9-19-06 CA-2 Approve an Agreement with Roger Ernst and Associates to Provide Off-Site Auction Services to the County of Mariposa to Dispose of Board of Supervisors Approved Replacement Vehicles and Equipment for a Period of Three Years with Two Additional Year Renewal Options, Authorize the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors to Sign the Agreement and Authorize the Public Works Director to Sign Title of Vehicles and Equipment (Public Works Director); Res. 06-434 CA-3 Approve Second Amendment to Personnel Services Agreement with Golder Associates and Authorize the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors to Sign the Amendment (Public Works Director); Res. 06-439 with the correction in the contract to reflect the services to be provided CA-4 Authorize Participation in the Optional Federal Apportionment Exchange and State Match Program for Regional Surface Transportation Program (RSTP) Funds for Fiscal Year 2005-2006 and Authorize the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors to Sign the Agreement (Public Works Director); Res. 06-435 CA-5 Approve the Training Services Agreement with UC Davis for Fiscal Year 2006- 2007 and Authorize the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors to Sign the Agreement (Human Services Director); Res. 06-436 CA-6 Re-appoint Carla Shelton to the Local Child Care Planning Council, Term Ending September 16, 2009 (Human Services Director) CA-7 Approve an Agreement with Kings View Corporation for the Continued Use of their Management Information System and Authorize the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors to Sign the Agreement (Human Services director); Res. 06-437 CA-8 Approve a Resolution Recognizing Ernest “Ernie” S. Correa for his Contributions to the County and Revising the Certificate of Appreciation that was Previously Approved (Chairman Stetson); Res. 06-438 CA-9 Approve Amendment Three to the Contract for Services for the Mariposa County General Plan, as Novated and Assigned to Hauge Brueck Associates, LLC and Authorize the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors to Sign the Agreement; Approve a Budget Action Transferring Funds from General Fund Contingency to General Plan Professional Services ($50,000) (4/5ths Vote Required) (Planning Director); Res. 06-440 CA-10 Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Abbott & Kindermann, LLP, in an Amount not to Exceed $15,000, to Review and Prepare a Legal Analysis of the Final General Plan and Environmental Impact Report (EIR), and Authorize the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors to Sign the Agreement; Approve a Budget Action Transferring Funds from General Fund Contingency, to General Plan Professional Services ($15,000) (4/5ths Vote Required) (Planning Director); Res. 06-441 CA-11 Approve a Novation Agreement Transferring and Assigning All Duties and Obligations Related to the Mariposa County General Plan Update and Environmental Impact Report (EIR) from Parsons Water and Infrastructure, Inc. to Hauge Brueck Associates, LLC, and Authorize the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors to Sign the Agreement (Planning Director); Res. 06- 442 ---PAGE BREAK--- 11 9-19-06 CA-12 Approve an Agreement with CD Data for Outsourcing the County GIS Base Map and to Remit Annually a Percentage of Proceeds of Sales of the Base Map and Authorize the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors to Sign the Agreement (Assessor/Recorder); Res. 06-443, with correction in the contract language 6:32 p.m. The meeting was recessed in memory of John Greiner; and the meeting and Final Budget Hearing was continued to Thursday, September 21, 2006, at 9:00 a.m. Respectfully submitted, MARGIE WILLIAMS Clerk of the Board