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Time Description 9:10 a.m. Meeting Called to Order at the Mariposa County Government Center Chair Turpin wished all of the ladies a Happy Valentine’s Day. Pledge of Allegiance Introductions Approval of Consent Agenda (See End of Summary of Proceedings) NOTE: The Consent Agenda consists of items that are generally viewed as non-controversial and routine by the department. If the Board wishes to discuss an item, it will be removed from the Consent Agenda and moved to the end of the timed agenda; or at the Chair’s discretion, may be taken in conjunction with another item scheduled by the respective department. Otherwise, the Consent Agenda items are generally approved in one single motion. This is the appropriate time for the public to advise the Chair of any comments to the Consent Agenda or request to have an item removed from the Consent Agenda. BOARD ACTION: Input from the public was provided by the following: Eleanor Keuning requested that item 12 be pulled; and she advised of concerns that were relayed to her by a friend relative to contracting for the services and she requested a copy of the job description for the County employee who performs this function. Supervisors Fritz and Pickard pulled item 12. Supervisor Aborn pulled items 3 and 9. Supervisor Turpin pulled item 16, and Supervisor Bibby pulled items 10, 12, and 17. (M)Fritz, (S)Aborn, the balance of the items was approved/Ayes: Unanimous. Item 16 – Jim Wilson, Fire Chief, advised of the award of a FEMA grant to cover 95 % of the costs of one new fire engine. (M)Bibby, (S)Fritz, item 16 was approved/Ayes: Unanimous. Public Presentation: For Items within the Jurisdiction of the Board and not on Today’s Agenda. Ruth Sellers provided input on the High Speed Rail Authority meetings she attended in Sacramento, including discussion of the Pacheco Pass versus the Altamont route and the system used in France. Eleanor Keuning commented on her visit to France and their high speed rail systems that include fast and slow trains. Paul Ballard stated he is looking forward to having a high speed rail system in the State, and he supports this. Elvera Bullis, Coulterville, commented on her experiences with the high speed rail and metro systems in France, and she feels it is necessary to have a system here. Mary Ann Huff commented on her recent trip to China and their high speed rail system, and relative to recent news stories encouraging train systems. Jim Dulcich commented on the damages being done to the County facilities and the Parks; and he stated he feels that cameras and recording systems should be installed to monitor the facilities and to help catch the offenders. He provided input on the temporary bridges at the Ferguson Rockslide, and he stated he feels the Board members should be calling the state and federal representatives on a weekly basis about this situation. Full access to Highway 140 is important to the County and to the businesses, and he feels the realignment of the lower bridge should be pursued with CalTrans. He stated he feels that the Sierra Club needs to realize that the River was impacted when the road was first built and we are just trying to repair it. Chair Turpin provided input on the Board’s efforts with this project. MARIPOSA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS SUMMARY OF PROCEEDINGS February 12, 2008 ---PAGE BREAK--- 2 2-12-08 Keith Williams, County Clerk, provided an update on the elections held on February 5th and the status of processing the ballots. Paul Ballard commented on the information he provided to the Board members and the Fire Chief relative to fire suppression using compressed air foam, and he urged that this system be purchased for the equipment. Board Information Supervisor Fritz thanked Ken Gosting and Charlie Phillips for the photographs of the Super Bowl party held in downtown Mariposa to support the local talent that participated in the game; and photographs of the snow in Yosemite. She provided input relative to the meeting she attended with Sierra Club relative to the temporary bridges and the options for the permanent fix, and relative to trying to tweak the temporary bridges to allow for unrestricted vehicle length and waiting a longer period of time for the full environmental review process for the permanent fix. She attended the 4-H pancake breakfast on Sunday; the Republican Dinner; and she plans to attend the Rail meeting on the 21st; and she wished everyone a great Valentine’s Day. Supervisor Bibby encouraged the public to help with getting the message out relative to the Ferguson Rockslide and of the importance of getting full access to Highway 140. She attended the FFA Project Competition Awards in Merced and presented the certificates on behalf of the Board. She thanked County Fire, TDS and the Hornitos Patrons Club for the recent purchase of response equipment and advised that more information will be forthcoming. She attended the Watershed meeting on Monday at the McCay Hall; Saturday was the Republican dinner and the Catheys Valley Parent/Teacher fundraising event. She commented on the review of another County using the Title III funds to purchase fire trucks and will continue to monitor this. Supervisor Aborn commented on the flu virus going around and urged people to seek medical attention. He commented on the interim report filed by the Grand Jury and the landfill/compost facility issues. Supervisor Turpin thanked the Road Department crews for working during the storms to keep the roads clear and sanded, and maintenance staff for keeping the County facilities open and for assisting with set-ups at the polling places for the election. He advised that he attended a meeting in Coulterville with PG&E on January 25th relative to street lights. He attended the agri-tourism workshop on January 26th, and another workshop is scheduled for Saturday, March 1st. He advised of an upcoming committee meeting to review future improvements at Red Cloud Park. He was a poll runner for the elections; and he plans to attend the SWIFT meeting on Wednesday. On February 14th, he plans to attend the installation ceremony for the new Postmaster in Coulterville. He attended the ambulance meeting in Don Pedro. This Saturday is the Hunters Valley Fire Station annual rib dinner in Hornitos. Richard J. Benson, County Administrator Approve Budget Action Accepting a Grant Award from Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) to Create a Mariposa County Recreation Guide and Increasing Revenue and Appropriations in the Amount of ($5,000) (4/5ths Vote Required) BOARD ACTION: Rick Benson provided input and Marilyn Lidyoff, Business Development Coordinator, introduced the following PG&E representatives: Alan Martino, Customer and Community Relations Manager; Richard Garcia, Manager for Merced Service and Sales; and Emily Nichols. Alan Martino presented a ceremonial check in the amount of $5,000. Input from the public was provided by the following: Dell Knell commended Marilyn Lidyoff for her hard work. Supervisor Bibby commended PG&E for this grant, for moving the electrical lines in the Ferguson Rockslide area, and for giving back to the community in other ways. (M)Bibby, (S)Aborn, Res. 08-47 was adopted accepting the grant award and approving the budget action/Ayes: Unanimous. 10:00 a.m. Chair Turpin opened the public hearing on the fee increase for Fiske Sanitary Disposal and continued the hearing until after the following. ---PAGE BREAK--- 3 2-12-08 MARIPOSA COUNTY WATER AGENCY (Chair – Director Aborn; Vice-Chair – Director Turpin) A. Public Presentation Paul Chapman stated he feels the grant request in the following item is being made because the people in Coulterville do not want to pay their water bill; and the Water Agency funding should be used for water projects. Karl Harla, resident of Coulterville, stated he feels it is generous for the Water Agency to give the $43,000; however, he feels that over the years money was taken from their budget. Elvera Bullis, resident of Coulterville, member of the Coulterville Water and Sewer Advisory Board, representing the Coulterville Community Club, and as a landlord in Coulterville, stated the increased fee for the water and sewer services is high and they appreciate the grant. Mary Ann Huff, resident and property owner in Coulterville, noted that the need is great for the grant. B. Discussion and Possible Action Approving a Grant of $43,000 and a Budget Action Transferring Funds from the Water Agency to the Coulterville Utility Capital Fund; and Approve Budget Action Transferring $43,000 as a Grant from the Water Agency to the Coulterville Utility Capital Fund (4/5ths Vote Required) AGENCY ACTION: Dana Hertfelder, Public Works Director, and Carl Casey, Public Works Administrator, presented the staff report and reviewed the recommended action. Discussion was held. Thomas P. Guarino, County Counsel, responded to a question from the Agency and advised that granting the funds to the Coulterville Utility Capital Fund is within the authority of the Agency. (M)Pickard, (S)Turpin, Water Agency Res. 08-1 was adopted approving the grant of $43,000 to Utility Capital Fund of the district and the budget action, for use as needed; and if necessary, to use the funds at the end of the year to cover any shortage in the rate increase revenue for operational costs: Ayes: Aborn, Turpin, Fritz, Pickard; Noes: Bibby. C. Adopt a Resolution Amending Mariposa County Water Agency Resolution No. 23, Designating the Mariposa County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 5100 Bullion Street, Mariposa, California as the Official Meeting Site for the Mariposa County Water Agency Advisory Board; and Appoint a Secretary to the Committee (Public Works Director) AGENCY ACTION: Discussion was held with Dana Hertfelder relative to the request. County Counsel responded to a question from the Agency relative to the change in the meeting location. (M)Turpin, (S)Fritz, Water Agency Res. 08-2 was adopted approving the change in the meeting location as recommended; and appointing the secretary to the Committee to be staff from the Public Works Department/Ayes: Unanimous. 10:34 a.m. Recess 10:42 a.m. The Board of Supervisors reconvened. Consider Items Removed from the Consent Agenda Item 17 – Supervisor Bibby initiated discussion and stated she feels there should be a criteria for approving County sponsored events; she asked for clarification that no alcohol will be served that the County would be responsible for and that there would be a contact person designated for each site and that information be provided for the activities that are planned. Supervisor Fritz advised that no alcohol will be served. Dell Knell provided input on the event and activities and advised that she will provide written information. Supervisor Bibby asked that consideration be given to having recycling bins available for the activities, and Dana Hertfelder advised that he will work on this. Supervisor Fritz asked that Public Works include notification to YARTS on the encroachment permits for road closures or parades; i.e., anything that would affect the bus stops and routes. (M)Fritz, (S)Pickard, item 17 was approved/Ayes: Unanimous. ---PAGE BREAK--- 4 2-12-08 Dana Hertfelder, Public Works Director; PUBLIC HEARING to Consider an Increase for Fees Charged by Fiske Sanitary Disposal to their Customers; Possible Action to Approve the Proposed Fees BOARD ACTION: Dana Hertfelder presented the staff report and Carl Casey reviewed the request for the rate increase. Staff responded to questions from the Board relative to Tuolumne County residents using the transfer station and whether Fiske Sanitary Disposal picks up from Mariposa County customers only. The public portion of the hearing was opened and input was provided by the following: Mike Fiske, Fiske Sanitary Disposal, advised that he only picks up trash from Mariposa County in the franchise agreement. He advised that he is requesting to raise his rates because of the increase in the tipping fees and the cost of doing business. Paul Chapman stated he feels the increase should be granted as increases have been given to Total Waste Systems. He referred to an ordinance that he feels prevents taking out-of-county trash at the transfer stations and at the landfill. Supervisor Bibby asked about the ordinance that Paul Chapman referred to, and Dana Hertfelder advised that he will check on this and make sure that the County is in compliance. The public portion of the hearing was closed and the Board commenced with deliberations. (M)Bibby, (S)Aborn, Res. 08-49 was adopted approving the increase for fees/Ayes: Unanimous. The hearing was closed. 11:05 a.m. Chair Turpin; Michelle Shelton, Amador-Tuolumne Community Action Agency Projects Manager, to Present an Overview of the Current Status and Planned Progress on the Amador/Tuolumne/Calaveras/Mariposa/ Alpine Grant and Approve Application for Submission to the California Emerging Technology Fund (CETF) for High Speed Internet Service, and Approve a Resolution in Support of the Grant Application to CETF for Broadband Education and Enhancement BOARD ACTION: Rick Peresan introduced Michelle Shelton, and she presented an overview relative to broadband internet service and relative to their organization and projects they are working on. Discussed was held. Input from the public was provided by the following: Joe Coho, Mt. Bullion resident and representing the Mt. Bullion Town Planning Advisory Ad Hoc Committee, provided input on the services provided in their area, which is split between TDS and Sierra Telephone, and the problems they experience. He encouraged the Board to support this. Ken Pulvino, representing the Northside Community Coalition, stated he feels this looks real good; and he commented on the service problems experienced in the rural areas. Mary Ann Huff, President of the Chamber of Commerce and citizen of the North County, provided input on the service problems in their area, and she encouraged the Board to support this. (M)Fritz, (S)Aborn, Res. 08-50 was adopted supporting the grant application/Ayes: Unanimous. 11:27 a.m. Supervisor Pickard; Chuck Cole of Advocation, Inc. to Present 2008/2009 Overview of the Governor’s Budget BOARD ACTION: Supervisor Pickard introduced the following: Chuck Cole, Paul Yoder, Andrew Auctwih, and Kevin Cole. Chuck Cole advised that they have coordinated services with Shaw/Yoder; and they plan to be of assistance with the Ferguson Rockslide, with grants and looking for bond dollars and revenues. He presented an overview of the Governor’s budget for 2008-09 and potential impacts to the counties. Discussion was held with Andrew Auctwih relative to transportation funding. Bob Brown, District Attorney, presented a copy of the letter that their State Association wrote in conjunction with other public safety associations to the Governor, expressing concerns with the Governor’s proposed budget. He also advised of a meeting he attended relative to discussion on the proposed “early release program” for prisoners and it may be that some offenders are sentenced to prison and never serve time. Supervisor Pickard advised of the recent RCRC meeting and discussion with Laird on this matter. ---PAGE BREAK--- 5 2-12-08 11:59 a.m. A) CLOSED SESSION: Conference with County Labor Negotiator; Name of Employee Organization: DSA (Deputy Sheriff’s Association); Name of County Designated Representative: Richard J. Benson; and B) CLOSED SESSION: Conference with County Labor Negotiator; Name of Employee Organization: SMA (Sheriff’s Management Association); Name of County Designated Representative: Richard J. Benson (Richard J. Benson, County Administrative Officer/Personnel/Risk Manager) BOARD ACTION: Supervisor Bibby advised that she is excusing herself from the meeting for these matters due to a potential conflict of interest relative to compaction issues as she has family members in these bargaining units. (M)Aborn, (S)Fritz, the closed sessions were held/Ayes: Aborn, Turpin, Fritz, Pickard; Excused: Bibby. 12:14 p.m. The closed sessions were continued to 2:00 p.m. and the Board recessed for lunch. 2:00 p.m. The Board convened in the continued closed sessions. 2:23 p.m. The Board reconvened in open session with all members present. Chair Turpin advised that information was received from counsel as a result of the closed session matters. Jim Rydingsword, Human Services Director; Review and Approve Letter to Advocation, Inc. of Sacramento and the State Associations that Work on Programs in the Human Services Department and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the Letter BOARD ACTION: Discussion was held with Jim Rydingsword relative to the letter and the following State budget reduction proposals: termination of the ISAWS migration project; reduction of rates to foster parents; reduction of rates for IHSS providers; and impacts to the alcohol and drug program. He requested that the letter be sent to the State associations and the County’s lobbyist. Rick Benson commented on the frugal operation of this department and its status. (M)Pickard, (S)Aborn, Res. 08-51 was adopted approving the letter, with direction for copies to also be sent to Advocation, Inc., RCRC, Senator Cogdill, and Berryhill/Ayes: Unanimous. 2:37 p.m. Richard J. Benson, County Administrative Officer and Jim Rydingsword, Human Services Director; PUBLIC HEARING to Provide Citizens an Opportunity to Comment/Recommend Activities for Preparation of a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application BOARD ACTION: Rick Benson and Jim Rydingsword presented the staff report; and advised of the press release and response and requests received for housing rehabilitation projects. Input from the public was provided by the following: Paul Chapman stated he feels the criteria should be established for the housing rehabilitation projects before application is made for the grant. Ruth Catalan asked whether funds for the housing rehabilitation projects would be loans or grants and whether eligibility is predicated on income; and where the funds go when the loans are repaid. Jim Rydingsword advised that this application is in the form of loans, with zero percent interest, and is repayable upon transfer of title; and the funds go back into a program revenue fund and can be used for other projects. The percentage rate on the loans to the landlords can be negotiated and they have to be repaid. Staff responded to questions from the Board relative to the loan repayments and criteria for using the funds; whether the fire engine could be placed anywhere or where the targeted income group is; and relative to the request to use funds for housing rehabilitation projects. Jim Rydingsword advised that they are still taking input and requests for the funds until this Friday. The public portion of the hearing was closed and the Board commenced with deliberations. (M)Fritz, (S)Aborn, direction was given to staff to develop criteria for the screening and selection process of application by individuals within the County for housing rehabilitation if the CDBG grant is awarded; to work with Mother Lode Job Training in Mariposa to develop a work plan to include in the grant; to prepare a justification statement for a 10% set aside in this grant to be allocated towards the ---PAGE BREAK--- 6 2-12-08 acquisition of a fire engine for the Mariposa County Fire Department; and for staff to prepare and present a final report to the Board, including the screening and selection process, on March 25th to approve the submission of the CDBG application/Ayes: Unanimous. The hearing was closed. Consider Items Removed from the Consent Agenda Item 3 – Discussion was held with Dana Hertfelder and Carl Casey. Supervisor Aborn requested that power be installed for all of the hangars. (M)Aborn, (S)Fritz, item 3 was approved/Ayes: Unanimous. Item 9 – Following discussion with Dana Hertfelder, (M)Aborn, (S)Bibby, item 9 was approved/Ayes: Unanimous. Item 10 – Discussion was held with Dana Hertfelder, and he advised that he will review to see whether signage is required to notify the through traffic of the event. (M)Bibby, (S)Aborn, item 10 was approved/Ayes: Unanimous. Item 12 – Following discussion with Dana Hertfelder, (M)Pickard, (S)Fritz, item 12 was approved/Ayes: Unanimous. Dana Hertfelder referred to item 3 and advised that the electrical project for the hangars is on a list of Airport improvement projects. Discussion and Possible Further Action Regarding Continuation of the Local Emergency Due to Landslides on Highway 140 Enroute to Yosemite National Park; and Report and Possible Action Relative to Pursuing Options for the Interim Bridges to Allow Full Access to Traffic (County Administrative Officer) BOARD ACTION: Rick Benson recommended that the emergency be continued; he reported on the Planned Development Team (PDT) meeting he attended with CalTrans in Stockton on Thursday and the issues that were discussed; and he advised that an interagency meeting is scheduled for Wednesday and the Public Works Director will attend. Supervisor Fritz commented on her meeting with the Sierra Club group in Merced relative to the options for the permanent fix; and she referenced the recent news story in the Modesto Bee, and stated she feels that we need to try to work with the Sierra Club on getting a fix to the temporary bridges and being able to wait longer to go through the environmental process for the permanent fix. Supervisor Bibby provided input and advised that Bob Ferguson of Zephyr Rafting offered their assistance; and she asked about the status of the timeline for the 45-day comment period and scheduling CalTrans to provide an update to the Board. Rick Benson advised that he will follow-up on the scheduling request. It was noted that the next PDT meeting is scheduled for April 1st. Rick Benson advised that as previously directed by the Board, a staff level meeting has been scheduled with the agencies and staff members for the legislative representatives to discuss tweaking the temporary bridges to allow full access for February 27th at the Government Center. Supervisor Pickard asked that other options be considered such as replacing the bridge with another bridge; and he stated the focus should be to reach a solution that would eliminate the vehicle length restriction. (M)Aborn, (S)Bibby, Res. 08-56 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. Waive Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance Amending Section 15.10.010 of the Mariposa County Code Entitled “Adoption of Uniform Codes” (Building Director) BOARD ACTION: (M)Pickard, (S)Bibby, the second reading was waived and Ordinance No. 1043 was adopted. The Clerk of the Board read the title of the Ordinance into the record. Ayes: Unanimous. Discuss and Provide Direction Relative to Appointment of Board Member Ad Hoc Committees (Chair Turpin) BOARD ACTION: Discussion was held. (M)Fritz, (S)Aborn, the following appointments were made: - Recreation/Sports Complex (Field of Dreams): Supervisors Fritz and Pickard - Yosemite Gateway Socioeconomics Workshops: Supervisors Aborn and Fritz ---PAGE BREAK--- 7 2-12-08 - High Speed Rail Authority: Supervisor Aborn, with Supervisor Fritz as an alternate; and the Board selected the following Board member(s) to be the contact(s) for the following areas: - Yosemite National Park Service issues: Supervisors Aborn and Pickard - California State Mining and Mineral Exhibit issues: Supervisors Pickard and Fritz - direction was given for the County Administrative Officer to handle space needs issues, including departments that have issues arise and private property owners that want to discuss sale with the County. In the CAO’s absence, the Board Chair could be designated as the contact for these types of issues. The Board members are to be kept informed of these issues, particularly the affected district. - Supervisor Bibby and Supervisor Aborn to be the Board Liaison Committee for the Ferguson Rockslide, with the County Administrative Officer to continue as the contact person. Discussion was held relative to having a list of County facilities and a list of facilities that the County leases – staff will provide the information for the Board members. Ayes: Unanimous. Approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Deputy Sheriffs’ Association (DSA) for the Term of October 1, 2007 through September 30, 2009 and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the MOU; and Authorize the Auditor to Transfer Appropriations to Each Affected Budget Unit in Order to Implement Provisions of the MOU (County Administrative Officer/Personnel/Risk Manager) BOARD ACTION: Supervisor Bibby excused herself from the meeting for this and the following item due to a potential conflict of interest because of a possible compaction issue and she has a direct financial tie with family members that are in these bargaining units. 3:56 p.m. Recess 4:05 p.m. The Board reconvened with Supervisor Bibby excused. Rick Benson reviewed the MOU. (M)Aborn, (S)Fritz, Res. 08-57 was adopted approving the recommended actions/Ayes: Aborn, Turpin, Fritz, Pickard; Excused: Bibby. Approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Sheriffs’ Management Association (SMA) for the Term of October 1, 2007 through September 30, 2009 and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the MOU and Authorize the Auditor to Transfer Appropriations to Each Affected Budget Unit in Order to Implement Provisions of the MOU (County Administrative Officer/Personnel/Risk Manager) BOARD ACTION: Rick Benson reviewed the MOU. (M)Pickard, (S)Fritz, Res. 08-58 was adopted approving the recommended actions/Ayes: Aborn, Turpin, Fritz, Pickard; Excused: Bibby. 4:12 p.m. Supervisor Bibby was present. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Salary Adjustments for Elected and Appointed County Officials (County Administrative Officer/Personnel/Risk Manager) BOARD ACTION: Rick Benson presented the staff report and reviewed the recommendations. Discussion was held. Input from the public was provided by the following: Paul Chapman provided input and he stated he feels that the ten percent budget cut by the State should be considered; and he stated he agrees that some department heads are doing a good job and should be compensated and he feels that some are not. Further discussion was held relative to the recommendations and what an additional increase of one-half or one percent would cost. Supervisor Turpin asked that consideration be given to granting an additional one percent adjustment in the “percentage of the CAO salary” table for the Public Works Director. (M)Pickard, (S)Fritz, Res. 08-59 was adopted approving the following: 1) a 4 ½ % across- the-board salary increase to all appointed and elected department heads and the Clerk of the Board effective January 1, 2008; increasing the percentage of the CAO salary for the Community Services Director and the Clerk of the Board by one percent to 54% and 45% respectively; granting a $50 increase in deferred compensation to all appointed and elected department heads effective ---PAGE BREAK--- 8 2-12-08 January 1, 2008 (this increase would not apply to the Clerk of the Board); and amending Resolution No. 03-37 disassociating the amount of deferred compensation paid to department heads from that paid to members of MCMCO/Ayes: Aborn, Turpin, Fritz, Pickard; Noes: Bibby. 4:56 p.m. CLOSED SESSION: Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation: California Government Code Section 54956.9(a); Name of Claimant or Case Number and Name of Adverse Parties: Citizens for the Protection and Preservation of Wawona v. Mariposa County Board of Supervisors; Case No. 9222 (County Counsel); CLOSED SESSION: Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation: California Government Code Section 54956.9(a); Name of Claimant or Case Number and Name of Adverse parties: State Board of Equalization v. All Persons Interested; Case No. 07AS04798 (County Counsel); CLOSED SESSION: Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation: California Government Code Section 54956.9(a); Name of Claimant or Case Number and Name of Adverse Parties: In the Matter of Reorganization of Service Employees International Union Local 535; and Service Employees International Union Local 521 (County of Mariposa) (County Counsel); and CLOSED SESSION: Conference with Legal Counsel: Anticipated Litigation: Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to Subdivision of Government Code Section 54956.9; Number of Cases to be Discussed: 1; Initiating of Litigation Pursuant to Subdivision of Government Code Section 54956.9; Number of Cases to be Discussed: 1 (County Counsel) BOARD ACTION: Supervisor Bibby advised that she did not have information for all of the closed sessions to know whether she has a potential conflict of interest with an item. Discussion was held. (M)Fritz, (S)Pickard, the closed sessions were held/Ayes: Aborn, Turpin, Fritz, Pickard; Abstained: Bibby. 5:45 p.m. Chair Turpin announced that information was received from staff on all of the closed session items. CONSENT AGENDA CA-1 Award Contract to Perform the Annual Audit for Fiscal Years Ending June 30, 2008 through June 30, 2011 to Smith & Newall, Certified Public Accountants (Auditor); Res. 08-39 CA-2 Approval of Summary of Proceedings of January 22, 2008, Regular Meeting (Clerk of the Board) CA-3 Approve Budget Action Transferring Funds within the Special Aviation Fund to Cover Expenses for Maintenance to the Airport Runway ($10,000) (Public Works Director); Res. 08-52 CA-4 Approve an Agreement with Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Department, Coroners Division for Pathology Services and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the Agreement (Sheriff); Res. 08-40 CA-5 Accept Resignation of Karen Keyser-Shank from the In Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee (Human Services Department) CA-6 Appoint Dr. Monty Thornburg and Diane Langford to the Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board for Terms Expiring February 12, 2011 (Human Services Department) CA-7 Approve an Amendment to the 2007 LIHEAP Agreement 07B-5423 and Authorize the Human Services Director to Sign the Amendment (Human Services Director); Res. 08- 41 ---PAGE BREAK--- 9 2-12-08 CA-8 Approve an Amendment to LIHEAP Agreement 06B-5373 and Authorize the Human Services Director to Sign the Amendment (Human Services Director); Res. 08-42 CA-9 Approve the Replacement of Vehicle # 992 Assigned to the Road Department Due to Repair Costs Exceeding the Value of the Vehicle (Public Works Director); Res. 08-53 CA-10 Authorize Public Works to Waive Encroachment Permit Fee to Healing Nations (a Non- profit Organization) for a One-day Bike Ride through the Don Pedro Area (Public Works Director); Res. 08-54 CA-11 Approve Budget Action Transferring Funds within the Public Works Administration Budget to Replace Two Personal Computers ($2,600) (Public Works Director); Res. 08- 43 CA-12 Approve an Agreement with Roger Stephens to Perform Map Checking, Legal Description Checking and General Surveying Document Checking and Executing Documents as the County Surveyor Under the Direction of the Public Works Director in the Not to Exceed Amount of $75,000 and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the Agreement (Public Works Director); Res. 08-55 CA-13 Re-appoint Robert Mason, Jim Eppler, Louis Cordero and Joe Simon to the Catheys Valley Planning Advisory Committee for Terms Expiring February 28, 2010 (Supervisor Bibby) CA-14 Re-appoint Dennis Bunning, Mike Hubert and Linda Meyer to the Agricultural Advisory Committee for Terms Expiring February 28, 2010 (Planning Director) CA-15 Accept the Resignation of Ray Standley from the Fish Camp Planning Advisory Council; Re-appoint Jeff Cerioni, Howard Davies, Tom Miller and Donn A. Harter to the Fish Camp Planning Advisory Council for Terms Expiring February 28, 2010 (Supervisor Pickard) CA-16 Authorize the Fire Chief to Sign the 2007 FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Award for a New Fire Engine and Approve a Budget Action Increasing the Total Grant Award from $281,497 to $308,201 (4/5ths Vote Required) (Fire Chief); Res. 08-46 CA-17 Approve the Events Occurring in the Mariposa Arts Park, the Mariposa Creek Parkway, 7th Street, Mariposa County Park, Mariposa County Court House Lawn, History Center and Stroming Road Parking Lot on May 2-4, 2008, as Part of the Annual Mariposa’s Butterfly Festival as a County Sponsored Event for Insurance Purposes; Approve the Detour of Traffic from State Routes and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign a Letter to the Department of Transportation (Supervisor Fritz); Res. 08-48 CA-18 Approve Grant Agreement No. 06-STBE-2609 with the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development for the Mariposa and Coulterville Drainage Study Projects; Approve Budget Actions Accepting Grant Revenue of $70,000 and Reducing General Contingency by $6,300 and Increasing Appropriations in the Amount of $76,300 to Develop a Drainage Study for the Town of Mariposa and the Town of Coulterville (4/5ths Vote Required) (County Administrative Officer/Personnel/Risk Manager); Res. 08-44 CA-19 Adopt a Resolution Approving Road Name “Vineyard Lane” for the Subject Easement; Road Name Application No. 2008-007, Thomas Wieg, Applicant (Planning Director); Res. 08-45 ---PAGE BREAK--- 10 2-12-08 CA-20 Rescind Appointment of Marvin Wells to the Midpines Planning Advisory Committee (Supervisor Aborn) 5:46 p.m. Adjournment in memory of William “Will” Thomas Rickey, Forrest Ward, Jr., Vera Pribyl, Martin “Hawk” Higgins, Norma Frances (Ashworth) McMenomy, Teresa Bassett, Mary Marie Fournier, and Jeff Irons. Respectfully submitted, MARGIE WILLIAMS, Clerk of the Board LYLE TURPIN, Chair, Board of Supervisors