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Time Description 9:02 a.m. Meeting Called to Order at the Mariposa County Government Center Pledge of Allegiance Introductions Approval of Consent Agenda (See End of Minutes) 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: Chair Bibby advised that the County Clerk pulled item 9 from the agenda. There was no public input. (M)Turpin, (S)Fritz, the Consent Agenda was approved/Ayes: Unanimous. Chair Bibby advised that the tourism progress report is scheduled for June 5, 2007; and that this meeting will be continued to Tuesday, May 29, 2007, to discuss input received at the May 23, 2007 open house held by CalTrans. Chair Bibby; There was no public input on the following Proclamations. A) Proclaim the Week of May 21st to 26th, 2007 as “Emergency Medical Services Week” and Recognizing the Outstanding Emergency Medical Service Professionals (Health Officer) BOARD ACTION: (M)Fritz, (S)Turpin, the Proclamation was approved and presented to Dr. Mosher, Health Officer/Ayes: Unanimous. Dr. Mosher advised of the process for nominating outstanding persons in the emergency medical services categories. He recognized Dana Tafoya for her work as Emergency Medical Services Coordinator. He presented plaques to the following for being nominated for their outstanding work: Alicia Moore, emergency medical dispatch Justin Charman, search and rescue Ruby Pearson, first responder Nick Hollan, emergency medical technician Preston Smith, paramedic Malissa Reed, Emergency Department staff Lori Downey, Licensed Vocational Nurse Nanette Wardle, Registered Nurse for John C. Fremont Hospital Marti Fazio, Registered Nurse for Yosemite Medical Clinic Dr. Rogers, Emergency Department physician Chair Bibby thanked everyone involved in emergency services and their families. MARIPOSA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CONFORMED AGENDA May 22, 2007 ---PAGE BREAK--- 2 5-22-07 B) Proclaim the Month of May 2007 as “Community Action Month” (Human Services Director) BOARD ACTION: (M)Fritz, (S)Aborn, the Proclamation was approve and presented to Cheryle Rutherford-Kelly/Human Services Director; Debbie Smith/HSD-Program Manager; and Janet Gass/HSD-Contract Administrator/Ayes: Unanimous. Cheryle Rutherford-Kelly recognized the following staff for their work during the heat wave last summer: Hope Morton and Marilyn Avery. 9:25 a.m. Recess 9:34 a.m. Public Presentation: For Items within the Jurisdiction of the Board and not on Today’s Agenda. Vickie Lorenzi, River Rock Inn, stated she has concerns with the Yosemite-Mariposa County Tourism Bureau and the new website and she will come back on June 5th for the tourism progress report. She stated she feels that the website should be listing more of the events and including the small businesses. She commented on the success of the Coyote Springs Ranch – Catheys Valley Fair. Theresa Castaldi, business partner of Coyote Springs Ranch, thanked the Board for its support of their first Catheys Valley Fair. She advised that the Fair was a success and thanked everyone involved. She advised that they have been asked to make the facilities available for the High School Rodeo. Darin Phillips expressed concern with the operation of the Yosemite-Mariposa County Tourism Bureau and their website, and he stated he feels that only the major businesses are receiving assistance. He advised of his website with a sweepstakes in comparison with the sweepstakes sponsored by the Tourism Bureau. He stated he agrees with forming the non-profit Board, but he feels it needs to include everyone, and he expressed concern with how the Board members were selected and conduct their business. He stated he feels the Board should be de-funded and dissolved so a new one can be created with a public vote process for the membership, with each business having a say. He feels their meetings should be publicized and held when members and Supervisors can attend. He feels their financial records and minutes should be available to the public and the bidding process should be followed. He does not feel that they should receive the $600,000 they are requesting. Rick Benson, County Administrative Officer, responded to a question from the Board, and advised that the June 5th item is for a report and not a request for contract or funding. Gary Walker stated he feels the first page of the Tourism website was biased to large businesses. Overall he feels it is good, and he listened to the “Mariposa Minutes.” However, he noticed that when he used search engines to find the website to show it to someone else, he was unable to locate the site. Dell Knell, Odella’s Antiques & Nostalgia, referred to the Tourism website and noted that it contained incorrect information for the location of her business, and she expressed concern that the information on the businesses should be accurate. Dick Hutchinson invited everyone to attend the 50th anniversary of the Mariposa History Center and Museum this weekend. Board Information Supervisor Fritz advised that the Chamber is holding its “business after hours” event in Coulterville this evening. She noted that the past weekend was busy and there was a good turnout for the Relay for Life event. This weekend is the 50th anniversary of the Mariposa History Center and Museum; VFW Memorial Day event, bullriding event at the Fairgrounds, and the Music Festival at the Mariposa Park. Supervisor Pickard advised that he attended the RCRC (Regional Council of Rural Counties) meeting last week. He advised of the status of SB 277, gas tax legislation for the three counties without incorporated cities; of the status of Williamson Act Subvention funding; and regarding the status of 1B bond measure funding for transportation for this fiscal year. He advised that the Director of CAL FIRE is planning to visit counties with State response areas and look at the fire situation given the potential for high risk for this fire season. He stated he would like to work with the Fire Chief and our local units relative to the visit. He plans to attend the CMSP (County Medical Services Program) Board meeting on Thursday, and to go to Sacramento to meet with the legislators on SB 311, noxious weed funding. Supervisor Aborn advised that he attended a community meeting in Midpines on May 17th and a presentation was given by the Fire Chief and CAL FIRE on fire prevention and concerns with the fire ---PAGE BREAK--- 3 5-22-07 dangers this year. He attended the Catheys Valley Fair on Saturday, and his family participated in the Poker Ride with the Mountain Riders. He plans to attend the school field trip to Wawona Pioneer Village on Thursday and Friday. Supervisor Turpin advised that he attended the meeting with the Forest Service on Wednesday and the OHV (off-highway vehicle) routes and noxious weed issues were discussed. He attended the Coyote Howl event in Coulterville on Saturday. On Sunday, he attended the Catheys Valley Fair and congratulated the organizers on a successful event. He also advised that there were two fatal traffic accidents in the North County on Sunday and he commended all of the agencies and personnel that responded; and expressed his gratitude for the hours of training that the volunteers put in to be able to respond to emergencies. Supervisor Bibby provided input on the 9-1-1 service issues with TDS, and she commended the dispatchers for their assistance. She advised that they are asking individuals to document phone service problems that they experience. She attended the Relay for Life event and the Catheys Valley Fair, and she stated the events were very successful. She noted that the Memorial Day Parade from the VFW Hall to the Cemetery is scheduled for this weekend and a memorial wreath presentation will be made. She noted that the Mt. Ophir fire training was well attended. On Friday, she attended the conference in Fresno regarding child abuse prevention and planning. Chris Ebie, Auditor; Discussion and Development of a Policy Regarding Credit Card Issuance to Departments and Authorization for the Auditor to Proceed with the Procurement of Credit Cards for Departments Authorized to use them by the Approving Official and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the Addendum to State of California Purchase Card Program Master Services Agreement (DGS MSA 5-06-99-01) BOARD ACTION: Discussion was held with Chris Ebie concerning the request, and he advised that he is not proposing that the credit cards be used for employee travel expenses and that would involve more administration. This initial request is to handle the following situations: Sheriff/network connections with cost savings and better service; Fire Department/securing and paying for lodging for volunteer firefighters; and Victim Witness Program/transportation and/or lodging of victims or witnesses. Jim Wilson, Fire Chief, provided input on the request and issues of covering costs for training and responding to fires for the volunteers. Rick Benson provided input on the request and advised that he supports the program. Input from the public was provided by the following: Bob Brown, District Attorney, stated he is supportive of the program for dealing with the travel expenses for witnesses and victims. Rick Peresan, Technical Services Director, provided input relative to the network connections and the request for payment by credit card. Supervisor Bibby asked that the Auditor provide a status report to the Board on how this program is working. Cheryle Rutherford-Kelly, Human Services Director, requested that the Human Services Department be including in the pilot program for transporting children. Chris Ebie advised that he would be okay with including this request. Supervisor Bibby asked about including employee travel when they are escorting witnesses, victims. Following discussion, (M)Fritz, (S)Aborn, Res. 07-225 was adopted approving the recommended action, with the inclusion of the Human Services Director’s request; and with direction that the cards not be used for employee travel and training expenditures, with the exception of Human Services employees who accompany and/or assist clients and families in the course of their duties. Following further discussion, the motion was amended, agreeable with the maker and second, to include authorization for the Auditor to add other departments that have uses that fall under the criteria for the pilot program. Ayes: Unanimous. Thomas P. Guarino, County Counsel; CONTINUED PUBLIC MEETING to Discuss the Intention of the Board of Supervisors to Consummate the Purchase of Unimproved Real Property Located at 11th and Bullion Streets and 10th ---PAGE BREAK--- 4 5-22-07 Street in Mariposa County from the Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA); and Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the Court for use of the Courthouse Construction Funds for the Purchase of the Property and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the Certificate of Acceptance, Contract for Phase I Environmental Review, and any other Documents Necessary to Complete Escrow and Purchase of the Property (Continued from May 15, 2007) BOARD ACTION: Discussion was held with Thomas P. Guarino, and he advised that late the week before he received a copy of the Articles of Incorporation and the by-laws for the SPCA, but they were not fully executed. Then he received a telephone call from the SPCA President that gave rise to concerns with how the SPCA was operating, and he was informed that the Attorney General sent correspondence to the SPCA concerning their ability to dispose of property and assets. At this time, he is unable to tell the Board that the SPCA has the ability to enter into the transaction with the County. He advised of the proposal agreed to by the attorney for the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC). Discussion was held. Supervisor Pickard clarified that the SPCA is working on what is needed to be compliant. County Counsel advised that the SPCA President told him that they were looking at getting counsel to help resolve the issues. Input from the public was provided by the following: Judge Parrish, Superior Court, thanked the Board for its work and advised that he shares the concerns expressed; and he advised that the Court cannot release the funds for the purchase until the matter with the SPCA is resolved. Kori Smith, Catheys Valley Real Estate realtor representing the SPCA, suggested that the SPCA might be able to get the issues resolved in thirty days and that the purchase could proceed, but that no costs be incurred until things are resolved. Frank Bartholomew, SPCA Board member, commented on their changes and goal to sell the property to the County and he advised that they hope that they can get everything cleared up with their administrative filings with the State and proceed with the sale of the property. Paul Chapman stated he does not feel that 30 to 60 days will be enough time to work with the Attorney General’s Office – he feels all we can do is wait. Chair Bibby closed the public comment portion. Discussion was held. (M)Aborn, (S)Turpin, authorization was given for County Counsel to continue as the negotiator for the real property and to continue to work with the SPCA and the realtors to keep this process open; and giving additional time for the SPCA to resolve the issues. Further discussion was held and the motion was clarified that it keeps the lines of communication open and that this matter would be brought back when the SPCA gets its issues resolved. Supervisor Bibby referred to her previous concerns and stated she does not support this site location. Ayes: Aborn, Turpin, Fritz, Pickard; Noes: Bibby. Discussion and Possible Further Action Regarding Continuation of the Local Emergency Due to Landslides on Highway 140 Enroute to Yosemite National Park (County Counsel/County Administrative Officer) BOARD ACTION: Rick Benson noted that CalTrans is holding their open house on Wednesday for the public to review and discuss the alternatives for the permanent fix to the Highway. He recommended that the local emergency be continued. He advised that he will be presenting a draft document from the input received at the March 6th meeting; and he acknowledged the assistance of Dick Hutchinson with this project. There was no public input. (M)Turpin, (S)Pickard, Res. 07-226 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. Adopt a Resolution Setting a Public Hearing for July 24, 2007, at 6:00 p.m. to Consider Establishing Assessments within County Service Area 1-M, Lake Don Pedro Area, (S.D. Direct the Public Work Department to Prepare an Engineer’s Report; Direct County Administration to Mail Property Owners within the County Service Area 1-M a Notice of the Hearing and Information Regarding the Proposed Assessments; Direct the Clerk of the Board to File a Notice of Exemption Pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and Said Guidelines with the County Clerk; Approve ---PAGE BREAK--- 5 5-22-07 Budget Action Transferring Funding within the Don Pedro 1-M Fund for the Cost of Mailing the Notices and Publishing the Notices ($2,000) (County Administrative Officer/Personnel/Risk Manager) BOARD ACTION: Rick Benson reviewed the background with the contract with CAL FIRE to provide fire protection and emergency medical services to properties in the Lake Don Pedro area. He advised of the Proposition 218 process to determine whether the property owners are willing to pay an assessment to be able to continue to receive this service. He advised that the draft Engineer’s Report has been reviewed by the Public Works Director and he will sign off as the County Engineer. Discussion was held. It was clarified that only the Mariposa County properties in the Lake Don Pedro area would be included in the service area. Supervisor Turpin provided input relative to Tuolumne County’s funding for their portion of the Amador contract with CAL FIRE; and he thanked Rick Benson for his work on this project. Rick Benson clarified that there are no General Fund expenses for this project. Input from the public was provided by the following: Jim Wilson, Fire Chief, explained the services that the Amador contract covers during the non-declared fire season. Further discussion was held. It was noted that at some point in the future the Community Services District for Lake Don Pedro may be an option for providing this service as the area grows and it becomes feasible. Supervisor Turpin asked about adding emergency medical services in the formal resolution, and discussion was held. (M)Turpin, (S)Aborn, Res. 07-227 was adopted approving the recommended actions/Ayes: Unanimous. 11:54 a.m. CLOSED SESSION: Conference with Real Property Negotiator; Description of Real Property: 5393 Highway 49 North, Mariposa, California 95338; Name of Party who will Negotiate with County (Not Party’s Agent): Robert Thomas; Closed Session will Concern Price and Terms of Purchase (County Administrative Officer/Personnel/Risk Manager); CLOSED SESSION: Conference with Legal Counsel: Anticipated Litigation; Initiating of Litigation Pursuant to Subdivision of Government Code Section 54956.9; Number of Cases to be Discussed: 2; Names of Cases to be Discussed: County of Mariposa v. Kevin Autrand; County of Mariposa v. Paul Gillespie (Code Enforcement) (County Counsel); CLOSED SESSION: Public Employee Appointment; Position: County Librarian (County Administrative Officer/Personnel/Risk Manager); and CLOSED SESSION: Conference with County Labor Negotiator; Name of Employee Organization: MCMCO (Mariposa County Managerial/Confidential Organization); Name of County Designated Representative: Richard J. Benson (County Administrative Officer/Personnel/Risk Manager) BOARD ACTION: There was no public input. (M)Pickard, (S)Aborn, the closed sessions were held/Ayes: Unanimous. Chair Bibby advised that the Board would reconvene in open session at 2:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. Chair Bibby announced the following as a result of the closed session matters: - by motion of Fritz, seconded by Aborn, the County Administrative Officer was designated as negotiator for real property at 5393 Highway 49 North; - by motion of Fritz, seconded by Aborn, authorization was given for County Counsel to pursue litigation against the cases of Mariposa v. Autrand and Gillespie; - by motion of Fritz, seconded by Aborn, after review of the applicants, the County determined not to extend an offer of employment for County Librarian; and to continue the appointment of the interim Librarian; and - information was received and direction was provided to the County Administrative Officer/Personnel Director concerning the MCMCO item. 1:03 p.m. Lunch ---PAGE BREAK--- 6 5-22-07 2:05 p.m. Dana Hertfelder, Public Works Director; Discussion, Direction and Possible Action Regarding Mariposa County’s Minimum Road Standards as Established in the Mariposa County Road Improvement and Circulation Policy and Mariposa County Improvement Standards BOARD ACTION: Discussion was held with Dana Hertfelder, and he reviewed the Minimum Road Standards and advised that the General Plan Update requires that the County incorporate standards and specifications applicable to roads under County jurisdiction. He advised of recommendation that the County Road Improvement and Circulation Policy and County Improvement Standards be revised to reflect and preserve the rural character of Mariposa County while ensuring that state fire safe standards are met. Discussion was held relative to the application of CAL FIRE fire safe standards for roads and the status of the impact fee program for addressing roads. Supervisor Turpin asked that an inventory of the roads in the residential land use classifications be provided with information on what the width requirements are to be so that there is a clear understanding of what the impacts are. Supervisor Pickard suggested giving direction to adjust the Minimum Road Standard table as discussed; and he stated he feels it needs to be determined whether PRC 4290 standards apply to County roads and if there are alternatives that CAL FIRE would look at for further discussion; and that the County should proceed with the impact fee program. He noted that Public Works needs to work with Planning on this matter for the environmental review. Input from the public was provided by the following: Kord Parker, Parker Construction, asked how long this process will take and what will happen with current applications that have been denied. Kris Schenk, Planning Director, advised that they will need to meet with Public Works to review the Minimum Road Standards table and do an initial study on the changes. He advised that their Work Program includes implementation of the General Plan and that includes this matter. He referred to the Title 16 and Title 17 processes and suggested that outside assistance be obtained to help with this and to assure consistency with the General Plan. Kord Parker asked what can be done in the meantime as the processing of applications is being held up. Dana Hertfelder advised that modifying the table will resolve some of the issues. Don Starchman, Starchman & Bryant Law Offices, stated there is language in the PRC 4290 concerning roads that existed prior to 1991; and he suggested that short of this being litigated through the Appellate Court, that an opinion should be requested from the Attorney General – he understands that an opinion has been issued. He referred to “adequate capacity” and the discussion during the General Plan Update with the road standards and the Road Standards Committee’s review about 23 years ago. He agrees that widening roads actually created versus solving problems. He referred to the traffic activity on Ben Hur Road and noted that this road does not meet the standards, but it has adequate capacity. He agrees with the rest of the recommendations and with variable shoulders. He referred to their letter asking for clarification of the General Plan language as it relates to current development. He stated he feels that many of the problems exist because people are overdriving the roads, and he suggested a low speed design. He stated he agrees that we need to clarify what CAL FIRE can require. Ken Baker noted that the PRC 4290 regulations and narrow roads existed before the General Plan Update. He cited examples in area areas where PRC 4290 couldn’t be enforced on existing narrow roads, including China Town in San Francisco. He agrees with Public Works’ plan to take out the first and last items from the Minimum Road Standards table. He stated he feels that common sense should be used, as he does not feel that a new homeowner can be required to rebuild all of the roads and he doesn’t feel that the impact fees should be something that people can’t afford. He feels that every County in the State has roads that do not meet the PRC 4290 standards, and he does not feel that the rules should be retroactive. He feels the tentative maps should be approved and the standards should be realistic. Tolley Gorham questioned why an environmental review is necessary if the table for the Minimum Road Standards is changed. Kris Schenk advised that if there is a change to the ---PAGE BREAK--- 7 5-22-07 standards that are referenced in the General Plan, it is a discretionary action and requires a CEQA review. He advised that the Planning Commission would also be involved. Ken Melton complimented Dana Hertfelder on his presentation and proposal. He provided information on the history of PRC 4290 and he referenced Title 14 of the Department of Forestry and stated it does not have any minimum standards to anything other than new construction. He stated he disagrees with Don Starchman relative to asking for an opinion from the Attorney General, he feels it is just another opinion of an attorney; and he referred to a bad experience that MPUD had with receiving an inaccurate Attorney General opinion. He is concerned with any changes in CAL FIRE’s interpretation of PRC 4290. He agrees with the safety issues raised by Don Starchman, and he noted that increases in speed increase the need for maintenance on the roads. He does not want another agency to be able to dictate what the County does. Paul Ballard, representing a client with Daily and Company, stated he is not speaking as a Realtor Board member. He stated he is sorry that we did not have a plan to get from the old Plan to the Updated Plan. He referred to an application that he is working with that was filed before the adoption of the General Plan Update and now it is being denied under the new Plan. He suggested that the GIS system be used to show the different road classifications in different colors so there would be a visual map. Theresa Castaldi referred to a project she has been working on off of Yaqui Gulch Road and she agrees that the road width issue is a mistake. She feels that Planning should be authorized and directed to process the maps that do have adequate road width. Tom Archibald stated he has a project in the works off Morningstar Lane; and prior to 1991, all roads were exempt from any standards. He does not feel that CAL FIRE should be in the business of setting law, but that the Board should set the standards. Discussion was held. Supervisor Pickard asked about the projects being held up if the road was determined to have adequate road capacity. Dana Hertfelder provided input and advised that the adjustments to the table for the Minimum Road Standards would resolve those issues. Supervisor Pickard stated he would like for this to be the highest priority for staff. Thomas P. Guarino, County Counsel, advised that the issue of PRC 4290 is one that has been addressed with CAL FIRE over the last two years, and he has asked them to furnish him with the statutory authority for the way they are applying this regulation. He addressed the CEQA issues and advised that they are separate from the application of PRC 4290. He responded to the issue of adoption of the General Plan Update and advised that existing policies were referred to. If the existing policy of the County was referenced, now they have to be enforced as a part of the General Plan process. He advised that a way to correct the table for the Minimum Road Standards is to move that element forward and that portion can be done faster than waiting or asking for an Attorney General opinion. He recommended that staff (Planning, Public Works and himself) meet with CAL FIRE to discuss the PRC 4290 issue again. He noted that if an Attorney General opinion is requested, it will need to be crafted in the right way, and that other counties and CAL FIRE will have an opportunity to comment and he does not know what the outcome would be. He also noted that an opinion from the Attorney General does not have the same weight when you litigate these matters. Further discussion was held. Dana Hertfelder agreed with moving forward with revising the table to the Minimum Road Standards quickly. Kris Schenk advised that once they obtain the revision to review, they can determine whether they can process it in-house or will need to have outside assistance. (M)Pickard, (S)Turpin, direction was given to Public Works and Planning to bring back a revised table of the Minimum Road Standards that reflect the rural character of the County as soon as possible; and direction was given to staff, including County Counsel and the County Administrative Officer, to look at the CAL FIRE issue with the minimum fire safe regulations and how they are being applied/Ayes: Unanimous. 3:55 p.m. Recess ---PAGE BREAK--- 8 5-22-07 4:06 p.m. Jim Wilson, Fire Chief; Discussion and Power Point Presentation Outlining the Current Status of the Fire Department BOARD ACTION: Jim Wilson reviewed the history of the Fire Department, its current status, and goals for the future. He advised that since he was appointed Fire Chief that he has met individually with as many members of the Department as possible, and he commended the volunteers and the staff of the Department for their service. He reviewed the positive findings for the department which included the following: high morale among the members and highly skilled senior volunteer leaders; successful patrol program; great emergency medical services and community education programs; a wonderful wild fire community education and fuel reduction program in collaboration with other agencies; a good disaster program is in place; and community relations are good. He reviewed areas of concern which included the following: lack of volunteer members; old and outdated engines; substandard fire stations; and an inadequate Fire Marshal program; and he reviewed the input he received from the volunteers relative to their concerns. He reviewed options for addressing some of the concerns: creating specialty response categories to be able to attract more volunteers; establishment of a regional training center; exploring new technology; creating universal member access to all of the fire stations; expanding the training and safety program; improving communications; and updating the engines. Jim Middleton, Deputy Fire Chief, reviewed the status of the fire stations and improvements that are needed. He also reviewed the history of the Fire Marshal program and issues and the need for additional staffing for this program. Jim Wilson stated he feels a formal strategic plan is needed to address long-term planning issues; and he reviewed their overall budget in comparison with the amount the Fire Department receives in other counties. Discussion was held. Supervisor Bibby commented on the April volunteer activity statistics for the Department. Input from the public was provided by the following: Jan Hamilton, Chair of the Mariposa Fire Safe Council, stated she appreciated the presentation and the Council supports the Department’s efforts. Ron Setterberg, Station 29/Lushmeadows, commented on their fundraising activities for the station repairs. He stated they would like to see the Board and the County take care of the station repairs so they can use their fundraising revenue for other enhancements. He noted that it takes 25-30 minutes for their engine to go about seven miles because it is a flat land engine. He would like to see new engines that can navigate the mountains. Jim Wilson noted that OES is covering the costs for Public Works to repair the freeze/flood damage to the Catheys Valley station; and the revenue from the fundraiser that Catheys Valley held will be used for other enhancements. He noted that Public Works is working with them to assess each station and they are moving day-to-day repairs to Public Works. He commended Deputy Chief Middleton for his work on this project. Dick Hutchinson suggested that a “wish list” be created for people to know what they could donate to. Donald Weston stated he concurs with the Chief’s report; and he questioned what level of fire service the County and the citizens want here. He noted there is an option to lease-purchase engines. Dennis Buck, Captain of MPUD Fire Department and Mariposa County Fire Department volunteer, thanked the Chief for his presentation. He stated he feels the number one problem is volunteer membership; and the number two problem is training. He noted that MPUD is hoping to get grant funding for a new engine and that will provide an incentive for the volunteer membership. He stated he would like to see the Board be proactive in obtaining the proper equipment to respond to fires versus being reactive. Dick Hutchinson suggested getting organizations in the County together to do a big fundraiser to raise revenue to purchase equipment for the Fire Department. Supervisor Turpin noted that the North County stations have training scheduled for this evening. Chief Wilson commented on homeland security issues with the stations; and he advised of a demonstration scheduled for May 31st for a new water additive technology. ---PAGE BREAK--- 9 5-22-07 INFORMATION – No action was necessary on the following: Announcement of Open House Hosted by CalTrans on May 23, 2007, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Government Center for the State Route 140 Ferguson Slide Restoration (County Administrative Officer/Personnel/Risk Manager) CONSENT AGENDA: CA-1 Approve a Lease Agreement with Almost Like Home, Inc., a California Non-profit Corporation, for use of the Woodland Community Building and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the Agreement (County Counsel); Res. 07-207 CA-2 Approve a Lease Agreement with Mariposa Preschool Cooperative, a California Non- profit Corporation, for use of the Woodland Community Building for Fiscal Year 2007/2008 and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the Agreement (County Counsel); Res. 07-208 CA-3 Accept the Resignation of Jeannette O’Neil from the Greeley Hill Planning Advisory Committee (Supervisor Turpin) CA-4 Appoint John Shimer, to the Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission, as an Alternate, Representing the Northern Mariposa County History Center (Supervisor Turpin) CA-5 Recommend the Rejection of Claim No. C07-10 filed by Elizabeth A. Brooks for $94,336.60 and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the Notice of Rejection (County Administrative Officer/Personnel/Risk Manager); Res. 07-209 CA-6 Approve Budget Action Reducing General Contingency to Correct a Payment from an Incorrect Line Item in the Former Tourism Budget Unit ($1,500) (4/5ths Vote Required) (County Administrative Officer/Personnel/Risk Manager); Res. 07-210 CA-7 Approve Accepting a $5,000 Educational Funding Grant from the California State Library for the MLIS Graduate Studies Program (Interim Librarian); Res. 07-211 CA-8 Approve an Agreement with Pitney Bowes for Upgraded Postage Machine and Software (Treasurer/Tax Collector/County Clerk); County Clerk pulled this item from the agenda. CA-9 Approve an Agreement with Allen, Proiette and Fagalde, LLP for Continued Legal Services for the Child Welfare/Protection Unit and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the Agreement (Human Services Director); Res. 07-212 CA-10 Approve an Agreement with California Transitions in Delhi for Institution for Mental Disease and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the Agreement (Human Services Director); Res. 07-213 CA-11 Approve an Agreement with Alameda County for Crisis Support Phone Services and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the Agreement (Human Services Director); Res. 07-214 CA-12 Authorize the Human Services Department to Accept the Grant Agreement for Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Between the Mariposa County Friday Night Live Partnership and the Tulare Superintendent of Schools for the Friday Night Live Mentoring Program for Compliance with the “No Child Left Behind Act”, Title IV-21st Century Schools and all ---PAGE BREAK--- 10 5-22-07 Applicable Regulations and Federal Guidelines and Authorize the Human Service Director to Sign the Agreement (Human Services Director); Res. 07-215 CA-13 Approve an Agreement with Changing Echoes for Residential Alcohol and Drug Treatment Services and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the Agreement (Human Services Director); Res. 07-216 CA-14 Approve an Agreement with Value Options (VO) for Administration of Mental Health Counseling and Medication Services for Foster Children Placed out of County for Fiscal Year 2007-2008 and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the Agreement (Human Services Director); Res. 07-217 CA-15 Approve an Agreement with Deborah Atkinson, RN for Nursing Services and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the Agreement (Human Services Director); Res. 07-218 CA-16 Approve an Agreement with Crestwood Behavioral Health for Inpatient Services and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the Agreement (Human Services Director); Res. 07-219 CA-17 Approve an Agreement with Nanette Oswald, an American Sign Language Interpreter, for the Hearing-impaired and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the Agreement (Human Services Director); Res. 07-220 CA-18 Approve an Agreement with Regina Taber for Alcohol and Drug Programs and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the Agreement (Human Services Director); Res. 07-221 CA-19 Approve an Agreement with John P. Trujillo, PhD. to Provide Parenting Classes and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the Agreement (Human Services Director); Res. 07-222 CA-20 Approve an Agreement with Volney Dunavan for Alcohol and Drug Programs and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the Agreement (Human Services Director); Res. 07-223 CA-21 Adopt a Resolution Approving Road Name “Mustang Road”, for the Subject Easement; Application No. 2007-169, Frank Gustafson; APN 017-530-040 (Planning Director); Res. 07-224 5:35 p.m. (M)Aborn, (S)Fritz, the meeting was continued to Tuesday, May 29, 2007, at 9:00 a.m. for presentation by CalTrans, Board discussion and possible direction regarding the Ferguson Rockslide and to discuss input received at the May 23, 2007 Open House held by CalTrans/Ayes: Unanimous. Respectfully submitted, MARGIE WILLIAMS Clerk of the Board