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Butte CountyCA averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$408,700 👤 Members & officials (16)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Butte County Board of Supervisors
- DOUG TEETER — Supervisor
- BILL CONNELLY — Supervisor
- Durfee — Supervisor
Who’s on the County of Butte Groundwater Sustainability Agency
- TOD KIMMELSHUE — Supervisor
- BILL CONNELLY — Supervisor
Who’s on the Planning Commission
- Donati — Commissioner
- Flicker — Commissioner
- Parrott — Commissioner
- Roethler — Commissioner
- Schleiger — Commissioner
- Parrot — Commissioner
Who’s on the Thompson Flat Cemetery District Board of Trustees
- TOD KIMMELSHUE — Supervisor
- DOUG TEETER — Supervisor
- PETER DURFEE — Supervisor
- BILL CONNELLY — Supervisor
- TAMI RITTER — Supervisor
Municipal budget
Total revenue$643.8M (FY2023)
Total spending$684.2M (FY2023)
Taxes$100.0M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$54.0M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$3,285 (FY2023)
🗳️ Ballot measures (2)
Propositions decided directly by voters.
Measure H
2024-11-05 · Passed — 60,984 yes / 29,097 no
Measure K
2022-11-08 · Passed — 49,121 yes / 19,822 no
Upcoming
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 09:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider zoning amendments for RVs and cell towers
The Planning Commission will discuss two proposed amendments to the Butte County Zoning Ordinance. These include updates to rules for temporary RV occupancy on residential sites and new requirements for telecommunications tower site analysis.
- Zoning Ordinance Amendment PMISC-26-0005 regarding temporary RV occupancy on residential building sites
- Zoning Ordinance Amendment PMISC-26-0006 to require alternative site analysis for new telecommunications towers
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Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Oroville
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Department of Development
Services
Paula M. Daneluk, AICP,
Director
Curtis Johnson, Assistant
Director
7 County Center Dr.
Oroville, CA 95965
T: 530.552.3700
F: 530.538.7785
buttecounty.net/dds
BUTTE COUNTY BUTTE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA
October 22, 2026
TIME:
9:00 AM
PLACE:
25 County Center Drive, Suite 201, Oroville, CA
Public comments will be accepted in-person at the meeting or may be submitted prior to the
meeting. Use the following information to remotely view, or listen to, the Planning
Commission meeting, including the Public Hearing portions online.
Link: https://bcdds.net/DSPlanningCommission
Event (Meeting) Number: 2551 241 4691
Event Password: Planning
You may also call in: 408-418-9388
[IGNORE_INDENT]
I.
CALL TO ORDER
A.
Pledge of Allegiance
II.
ROLL CALL – Commissioners Donati, Flicker, McCreary, Schleiger, and Chair Parrott
III.
DISCLOSURE OF EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
IV.
ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA - Commission members and staff may request additions,
deletions or changes in the Agenda order.
V.
BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR ON ITEMS NOT ALREADY ON THE AGENDA - This is an
opportunity for any person to address the Planning Commission. Presentations will be
limited to five minutes. The Commission is prohibited by State law from taking action on any
item presented if it is not listed on the Agenda.
VI.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND OTHER MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION - The Chair will call for a
presentation of the report o …
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 09:00
General
25 County Center Drive, Suite 205, Oroville
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 09:00
Butte County Board of Supervisors
Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Suite 205, Oroville
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 09:00
Butte County Board of Supervisors
Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Suite 205, Oroville
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 09:00
Thompson Flat Cemetery District Board of Trustees
Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 09:00
Planning Commission
Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Oroville
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 13:30
Water Commission
Board of Supervisors Chambers, Oroville
Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 09:00
Planning Commission
Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Oroville
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 09:00
Butte County Board of Supervisors
Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Suite 205, Oroville
Wed Feb 3, 2027 · 13:30
Water Commission
Board of Supervisors Chambers, Oroville
Wed Apr 7, 2027 · 13:30
Water Commission
Board of Supervisors Chambers, Oroville
Wed Jun 2, 2027 · 13:30
Water Commission
Board of Supervisors Chambers, Oroville
Recent meetings
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 13:00
Drought Task Force
Drought Task Force to review Draft County Drought Resilience Plan
The Drought Task Force will review a draft of the County Drought Resilience Plan designed to meet Senate Bill 552 requirements. The body will provide input on revisions and consider recommending the plan to the Board of Supervisors for approval.
- Review of Draft County Drought Resilience Plan regarding water shortages and supply reliability
- Approval of April 17, 2025, meeting minutes
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Board of Supervisors Chambers, Oroville
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Department of Water and
Resource Conservation
BUTTE COUNTY
DROUGHT TASK FORCE
AGENDA
Kamie Loeser, Director
308 Nelson Avenue
Oroville, CA 95965
T: 530.552.3595
F: 530.538.3807
October 15, 2026
1:00 PM
Board of Supervisors Chambers
25 County Center Drive, Suite 205
Oroville, California
Public comments will be accepted in-person at the meeting or may be submitted prior to the
meeting to
[email protected]
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. PUBLIC MEMBERS WISHING TO ADDRESS THE TASK FORCE ON ITEMS NOT LISTED
ON THE AGENDA
Comments to the Drought Task Force on issues and items not listed on the agenda. The
Drought Task Force is prohibited from taking action on any item presented if it is not listed on
the agenda. Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per person.
4. *APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4.a. Approval of the April 17, 2025, Drought Task Force Meeting Minutes
Action: Approve the Drought Task Force meeting minutes.
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.a. *Presentation of County Drought Resilience Plan
During its September 19, 2024, and April 17, 2025 meetings, the Drought Task Force
received updates and held discussions on the development of a County Drought Resilience
Plan (DRP) that satisfies the requirements of Senate Bill 552 to address water shortages
and supply reliability challenges for state small water systems and domestic wells. A draft
of the County DRP was released online earlier this summer for public comment; th …
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 09:00
Butte County Board of Supervisors
Board considers facility repairs for IST housing and highway reconstruction
The Board of Supervisors will review several land conservation contracts and various infrastructure projects. Key items include funding for housing for the Incompetent to Stand Trial population and construction management for the Oro Quincy Highway.
- Supplemental job order for repairs at 2255 Bird Street, Oroville, increasing maximum payable to $469,651
- Contract with Dewberry Engineers, Inc. for Oro Quincy Highway repairs not-to-exceed $362,047
- Ratification of change orders for HVAC replacement at 308 Nelson Avenue totaling $1,768,855
- Resolution to declare 860 Cedar Street, Gridley as Exempt Surplus Land for transfer to the City of Gridley
- Allocation agreement with CDPH for the Tobacco Control Education Program up to $300,000
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Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Suite 205, Oroville
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS
REGULAR AGENDA
OCTOBER 13, 2026
9:00 AM
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
PETER DURFEE, DISTRICT 2
TAMI RITTER, DISTRICT 3
TOD KIMMELSHUE, DISTRICT 4
DOUG TEETER, DISTRICT 5
MEEGAN JESSEE
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
CLERK OF THE BOARD
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
BRAD STEPHENS
COUNTY COUNSEL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2.
INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and
appreciates public engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public
to act in a courteous, civil, and respectful manner, and not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public.
The Board of Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive
language, or disorderly conduct, which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly
conduct of Board meetings. Violation of these rules of decorum will result in the meeting
being recessed.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
3.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion at …
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 13:30
Water Commission
Butte Subbasin groundwater plan review heads to supervisors Oct. 27
The Butte County Water Commission meets Oct. 7, 2026 to review the Butte Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan's first Periodic Evaluation, covering Water Years 2021-2025 and due to the state in January 2027. The Commission is asked to review a draft resolution and recommend approval by the Board of Supervisors, which will consider it Oct. 27, 2026. The agenda also includes information-only presentations on the Bay Delta Plan and Healthy Rivers and Landscapes Program, and on current hydrological and groundwater quality conditions.
- Butte Subbasin GSP Periodic Evaluation for Water Years 2021-2025; all 11 GSAs must take formal action before submission to DWR in January 2027
- Commission asked to review draft resolution and recommend approval by the Board of Supervisors on Oct. 27, 2026
- Presentation on Bay Delta Plan and Healthy Rivers and Landscapes Program by MBK Engineers and Northern California Water Association; Richvale Irrigation District to discuss potential participation
- Staff update on preliminary 2026 salinity monitoring results in wells across the County
- Department updates on DWR Thermalito Afterbay Replacement Wells Phase II, Water Well Ordinance, SGMA timelines, and DWR 2028 Water Plan Update
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Board of Supervisors Chambers, Oroville
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BUTTE COUNTY
WATER COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
OCTOBER 7, 2026
1:30 PM
MEMBERS OF THE COMMISSION
DONNA BAYLISS, DISTRICT 1
TOVEY GIEZENTANNER, DISTRICT 2
AIMEE RAYMOND, DISTRICT 3
FRED MONTGOMERY, DISTRICT 4
MAUNY ROETHLER, DISTRICT 5
DISTRICT WATER LANDOWNERS
MATTHEW TENNIS
PETER RYSTROM
PRIVATE WELL LANDOWNERS
DAVIN ARVONEN
GEORGE "ERNIE" WASHINGTON
KAMELA LOESER, DIRECTOR
308 NELSON AVENUE
OROVILLE, CA 95965
TELEPHONE: 530.552.3595
FAX: 530.538.3807
Email:
[email protected]
www.butte.county.net/1117/water-
resource-conservation
MEETING LOCATION
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
*Approval of Minutes for June 17, 2026
Review and approve June 17, 2026, Water Commission Special Meeting minutes.
Action Requested —
Review and approve.
b. *Approval of Minutes for August 5, 2026
Review and approve August 5, 2026, Water Commission minutes.
Action Requested —
Review and approve.
3.
PUBLIC MEMBERS WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSION ON ITEMS NOT LISTED ON THE
AGENDA
The Water Commission is prohibited by law from taking action on any item presented if it is not listed on
the agenda. Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per person.
4.
REGULAR AGENDA
a.
*Presentation on Bay Delta Plan and Healthy Rivers and Landscapes Program
Presenters Lee Bergfeld of MBK Engineers and Todd Manley of …
Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 09:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to vote on airport-area land use and zoning changes
The Butte County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a General Plan Amendment and Rezone affecting parcels around the Chico Municipal, Oroville Municipal, and Ranchaero Airports, including a North Chico Specific Plan Amendment. The commission will also take public comments on non-agenda items, hear a planning manager's report, and consider minutes from the June 25, 2026 meeting.
- General Plan Amendment GPA24-0005: change land use designation for 21 parcels
- Rezone REZ24-0002: rezone 35 parcels around three airports
- North Chico Specific Plan Amendment: change zoning for 3 parcels
- Public hearing with 5-minute comment limit
- Minutes of June 25, 2026 meeting
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Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Oroville
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Department of Development
Services
Paula M. Daneluk, AICP,
Director
Curtis Johnson, Assistant
Director
7 County Center Dr.
Oroville, CA 95965
T: 530.552.3700
F: 530.538.7785
buttecounty.net/dds
BUTTE COUNTY BUTTE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA
September 24, 2026
TIME:
9:00 AM
PLACE:
25 County Center Drive, Suite 201, Oroville, CA
Public comments will be accepted in-person at the meeting or may be submitted prior to the
meeting. Use the following information to remotely view, or listen to, the Planning
Commission meeting, including the Public Hearing portions online.
Link: https://bcdds.net/DSPlanningCommission
Event (Meeting) Number: 2551 241 4691
Event Password: Planning
You may also call in: 408-418-9388
[IGNORE_INDENT]
I.
CALL TO ORDER
A.
Pledge of Allegiance
II.
ROLL CALL - Commissioners Donati, Flicker, McCreary, Schleiger, and Chair Parrott
III.
DISCLOSURE OF EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
IV.
ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA - Commission members and staff may request additions,
deletions or changes in the Agenda order.
V.
BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR ON ITEMS NOT ALREADY ON THE AGENDA - This is an
opportunity for any person to address the Planning Commission. Presentations will be
limited to five minutes. The Commission is prohibited by State law from taking action on any
item presented if it is not listed on the Agenda.
VI.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND OTHER MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION - The Chair will call for a
presentation of the report …
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 09:00
General
Board to approve agreements for two new groundwater monitoring wells
The County of Butte Groundwater Sustainability Agency will consider approving two agreements with the California Department of Water Resources and M&T Ranch for the installation of two shallow groundwater monitoring wells in the Butte Subbasin. The board will also receive informational reports on the North Sacramento River Corridor interbasin coordination effort and the Butte Subbasin Periodic Evaluation process. The consent agenda includes approval of the August 11, 2026 meeting minutes.
- Approve Land Access Facility Agreement and Technical Support Services Agreement with DWR and M&T Ranch for two groundwater monitoring wells (no funding associated)
- Approve August 11, 2026 GSA meeting minutes
- Report on North Sacramento River Corridor Interbasin Coordination Framework 5-Year Implementation Update
- Report on Butte Subbasin Periodic Evaluation covering Water Years 2021-2025, due to DWR January 2027
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25 County Center Drive, Suite 205, Oroville
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COUNTY OF BUTTE
GROUNDWATER
SUSTAINABILITY AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 22, 2026
9:00 AM
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
PETER DURFEE, DISTRICT 2
TAMI RITTER, DISTRICT 3
TOD KIMMELSHUE, DISTRICT 4
DOUG TEETER, DISTRICT 5
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Board Member Comments on the Consent Agenda
Items, then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for
further discussion at the request of a Board Member.
2.1 County of Butte Groundwater Sustainability Agency (GSA) - Approval of Minutes
Submitted for approval are the August 11, 2026 County of Butte GSA Minutes. (COUNTY
ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE AUGUST 11, 2026 COUNTY OF BUTTE GSA
MINUTES.
2.2 License and Technical Support Services Agreements with the California Department of
Water Resources and M&T Ranch for Groundwater Monitoring Well Stations in the Butte
Subbasin
The DWR Technical Support Services (TSS) program is supporting the County of Butte
GSA in the development and implementation of its Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP)
by providing technical services to build the capacity needed to achieve groundwater
sustainability in the Butte Subbasin. As part of this effort, TSS is supporting the
construction and installation of groundwater monitoring wells …
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 09:00
Butte County Board of Supervisors
Board to set FY 2026-27 spending limit at $261.6 million
The Butte County Board of Supervisors will vote on a consent agenda that includes setting the Proposition 4 appropriation limit for FY 2026-27, approving several contracts and budget amendments, and adopting routine resolutions. Key actions include funding for library security, a roof replacement, and sober living services.
- Adopt resolutions confirming Proposition 4 appropriation limit of $261,599,829 for FY 2026-27
- Approve contract amendment with Armed Guard Private Security, Inc. for library security, increasing maximum payable by $282,000 to $493,556
- Approve $48,800 budget amendment for roof replacement at Fire Station 45 in Durham using PG&E Settlement funds
- Approve contracts with Johnson House of Sobriety ($400,000), The Skytte Foundation ($120,000), and Elijah House Foundation ($120,000) for sober living environment services
- Approve contract with Genasys, Inc. for evacuation mapping software, not to exceed $234,195
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✓ Decided: Board grants appeal to block Verizon wireless tower project
The Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 to grant an appeal against a proposed 105-foot wireless tower, citing aesthetic incompatibility. Other key actions included eliminating overdue library fines and approving several sober living environment contracts.
- Granted appeal for Verizon wireless tower project (3-2)
- Adopted resolution eliminating overdue library material fines
- Approved $400,000 contract with Johnson House of Sobriety
- Approved $120,000 contract with The Skytte Foundation, Inc.
- Approved $120,000 contract with Elijah House Foundation
- Approved $234,195 contract with Genasys, Inc. for evacuation mapping
- Approved $219,025 contract with Star View Children and Family Services
- Appointed Jay Bhakta to Wastewater Advisory Committee
Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Suite 205, Oroville
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS
REGULAR AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 22, 2026
9:00 AM
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
PETER DURFEE, DISTRICT 2
TAMI RITTER, DISTRICT 3
TOD KIMMELSHUE, DISTRICT 4
DOUG TEETER, DISTRICT 5
ANDY PICKETT
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
CLERK OF THE BOARD
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
BRAD STEPHENS
COUNTY COUNSEL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2.
INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and
appreciates public engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public
to act in a courteous, civil, and respectful manner, and not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public.
The Board of Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive
language, or disorderly conduct, which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly
conduct of Board meetings. Violation of these rules of decorum will result in the meeting
being recessed.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
3.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion a …
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 22, 2026
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2.
INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and
appreciates public engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public
to act in a courteous, civil, and respectful manner, and not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public.
The Board of Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive language,
or disorderly conduct, which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of
Board meetings. Violation of these rules of decorum will result in the meeting being
recessed.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
Items 3.6.a and 4.8 were pulled from the agenda and will be brought back at a
later date.
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
3.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion at the request of a Supervisor.
There was no public comment received for this item.
Action: ADOPT THE CONSENT AGENDA
Motion: Supervisor Durfee
Second: Supervisor Ritter
BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MINUTES – SEPTEMBER 22, 2026
Motion passed unanimously.
3.1. …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
resolution to the next meeting setting forth findings of aesthetic incompatibility Motioned: Supervisor Teeter Second: Supervisor Ritter Motion passed with a 3-2 Vote (
3 yea
Ritter yea · Kimmelshue yea · Teeter yea
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 09:00
Butte County Board of Supervisors
Board to set property tax rates, approve contracts and budget amendments
The Butte County Board of Supervisors will consider a consent agenda with routine items including setting property tax rates for FY 2026-27, approving contract amendments, and a budget amendment for flooring replacement. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy debates or public hearings scheduled.
- Resolution setting property tax rates for FY 2026-27
- Contract amendment with CivicPlus for agenda management software, increasing by $29,187 to $110,491
- Contract with BTR Consulting LLC for attorney services, not-to-exceed $250,000
- Budget amendment of $257,800 for flooring replacement at 308 Nelson Avenue, Oroville
- Contract amendment with Jayson Architecture for library design services, increasing by $133,122 to $1,703,703
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✓ Decided: Board approves $1.02M road safety contract, denies tax refund
The Board approved a $1,019,019 contract with Truesdell Corporation for high-friction surface treatment on county roads, and denied Nu Vista's request for a property tax refund. The consent agenda was adopted, including a property tax rate resolution, contract amendments, and a side letter agreement moving PEA employees to the Teamsters Mid-Management unit. A public hearing renewed the temporary closure of Humboldt Road to vehicular traffic through March 2028.
- Approved $1,019,019 contract with Truesdell Corporation for high-friction surface treatment (unanimous)
- Denied Nu Vista's request for refund of property tax payments (4-1)
- Adopted resolution setting property tax rates for FY 2026-27 (unanimous)
- Approved contract amendment with CivicPlus for agenda management software, increasing max obligation by $29,187 to $110,491 (unanimous)
- Approved side letter agreement moving PEA classifications to Teamsters Mid-Management unit (4-0-1, Durfee recused)
- Approved $257,800 flooring replacement project at 308 Nelson Avenue, Oroville (unanimous)
- Approved $3,258,876 HHAP-6 revenue agreement with HCD for homelessness programs (unanimous)
- Renewed temporary closure of Humboldt Road to vehicular traffic through March 10, 2028 (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Suite 205, Oroville
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS
REGULAR AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 8, 2026
9:00 AM
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
PETER DURFEE, DISTRICT 2
TAMI RITTER, DISTRICT 3
TOD KIMMELSHUE, DISTRICT 4
DOUG TEETER, DISTRICT 5
ANDY PICKETT
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
CLERK OF THE BOARD
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
BRAD STEPHENS
COUNTY COUNSEL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2.
INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and
appreciates public engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public
to act in a courteous, civil, and respectful manner, and not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public.
The Board of Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive
language, or disorderly conduct, which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly
conduct of Board meetings. Violation of these rules of decorum will result in the meeting
being recessed.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
3.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion at …
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 8, 2026
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2.
INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and
appreciates public engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public
to act in a courteous, civil, and respectful manner, and not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public.
The Board of Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive language,
or disorderly conduct, which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of
Board meetings. Violation of these rules of decorum will result in the meeting being
recessed.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
Supervisor Durfee recused himself from Item 3.6.a.
3.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion at the request of a Supervisor.
The following members of the public submitted Public Comment:
Email: Diana Dreiss and Julie Threet
In-Person: Diana Dreiss for item 3.1.a and John Stonebraker for item 3.7.b
Remote (Online/Phone): None
Action: ADOPT THE CONSENT AGENDA
Motion: Supervisor Kimmelshue
Second: Supervi …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] The following members of the public submitted Public Comment: Email: Diana Dreiss and Julie Threet In-Person: Diana Dreiss for item 3.1.a and John Stonebraker for item 3.7.b Remote…
4 yea
Ritter yea · Kimmelshue yea · Teeter yea · Connelly yea
[context] Motioned: Supervisor Ritter Second: Supervisor Teeter Motion passed by a 4-1 vote (
4 yea
Durfee yea · Ritter yea · Teeter yea · Connelly yea
Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 09:00
Planning Commission
Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Oroville
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 09:00
Butte County Board of Supervisors
Board to approve $171K mobile elections trailer, other consent items
The Butte County Board of Supervisors will consider a consent agenda with routine items, including a $171,000 budget amendment for a mobile elections trailer, a $253,300 budget amendment for a parking lot at Fire Station 33, and a $97,500 contract for a review of General Services. The regular agenda includes appointments to the Behavioral Health Advisory Board and public comment periods.
- Approve $171,000 budget amendment and $145,853 capital purchase for mobile elections trailer
- Approve $253,300 budget amendment for asphalt parking lot at Fire Station 33, Magalia
- Approve $97,500 contract with Raftelis for review of General Services practices
- Adopt resolution extending Law Enforcement Referral Bonus Program through August 31, 2027
- Approve $96,560 for RIMS Mobile license for Sheriff's Office
✓ Decided: Board approves 21 indigent defense contract amendments through 2031
The Board approved 21 amendments to indigent defense contracts, extending them through June 30, 2031, with annual rate increases of 6% for the first three years and 3% for the final year. The Board also approved a $171,000 budget amendment and $145,853 capital purchase for a mobile elections trailer, and adopted a resolution adding a new fee for the Property Transfer Notification Program. Two telecommunications facility appeals were decided: one continued to September 22, 2026, and the other denied, upholding the Planning Commission's approval.
- Approved 21 indigent defense contract amendments through June 30, 2031 (unanimous)
- Approved $171,000 budget amendment and $145,853 mobile elections trailer purchase (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution adding Property Transfer Notification fee effective Jan 1, 2027 (unanimous)
- Continued Verizon Wireless tower appeal to Sept 22, 2026 (4-1)
- Denied Hurleton West tower appeal, upholding Planning Commission approval (4-1)
- Adopted FY 2026-27 CSA/PRD service charges (4-0-1, Durfee recused)
- Appointed Zia Miller and Kirsten Storne to Behavioral Health Advisory Board (unanimous)
- Denied Seth Mitchell appointment to Forest Advisory Committee (2-3)
Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Suite 205, Oroville
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS
REGULAR AGENDA
AUGUST 25, 2026
9:00 AM
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
PETER DURFEE, DISTRICT 2
TAMI RITTER, DISTRICT 3
TOD KIMMELSHUE, DISTRICT 4
DOUG TEETER, DISTRICT 5
ANDY PICKETT
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
CLERK OF THE BOARD
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
BRAD STEPHENS
COUNTY COUNSEL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2.
INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and
appreciates public engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public
to act in a courteous, civil, and respectful manner, and not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public.
The Board of Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive
language, or disorderly conduct, which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly
conduct of Board meetings. Violation of these rules of decorum will result in the meeting
being recessed.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
3.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion at t …
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
AUGUST 25, 2026
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2.
INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and
appreciates public engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public
to act in a courteous, civil, and respectful manner, and not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public.
The Board of Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive language,
or disorderly conduct, which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of
Board meetings. Violation of these rules of decorum will result in the meeting being
recessed.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
3.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion at the request of a Supervisor.
There was no public comment received for this item.
Action: ADOPT THE CONSENT AGENDA
Motion: Supervisor Durfee
Second: Supervisor Teeter
Approved unanimously with the exception of Items 3.1.a and 3.8.a which were both
pulled for further discussion.
BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MINUTES – AUGUST 25, 2026
3.1. Clerk- …
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RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. Kamie Loeser, Director of Water & Resource Conservation, presented this item to the Board. The following members of the public submitted Public Comment…
4 yea
Durfee yea · Kimmelshue yea · Teeter yea · Connelly yea
[context] Motioned: Supervisor Durfee Second: Supervisor Kimmelshue Motion failed with a 2-3 vote (
2 yea
Durfee yea · Kimmelshue yea
[context] Motioned: Supervisor Kimmelshue Second: Supervisor Teeter Motion passed with a 4-1 vote (
4 yea
Durfee yea · Kimmelshue yea · Teeter yea · Connelly yea
RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. Motioned: Supervisor Durfee Second: Supervisor Teeter Motion passed with a 4-1 vote (
4 yea
Durfee yea · Teeter yea · Kimmelshue yea · Connelly yea
RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. Motioned: Supervisor Ritter Second: Supervisor Kimmelshue Motion passed with a 4-0-1 Vote (
4 yea
Ritter yea · Kimmelshue yea · Teeter yea · Connelly yea
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 09:00
General
25 County Center Drive, Suite 205, Oroville
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 09:00
General
Cemetery district board to adopt $4,400 budget for FY 2026-27
The Thompson Flat Cemetery District Board of Trustees will vote on adopting a $4,400 budget for fiscal year 2026-27, funded by $5,118 in property tax revenue. The board will also approve minutes from the May 12, 2026 meeting. The budget covers routine expenses and unanticipated maintenance.
- Adoption of resolution approving $4,400 budget for FY 2026-27
- Approval of minutes from May 12, 2026 meeting
- Budget hearing provides opportunity for public comment
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25 County Center Drive, Suite 200, Oroville
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THOMPSON FLAT
CEMETERY DISTRICT
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
AUGUST 11, 2026
9:00 AM
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
PETER DURFEE, DISTRICT 2
TAMI RITTER, DISTRICT 3
TOD KIMMELSHUE, DISTRICT 4
DOUG TEETER, DISTRICT 5
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Board Member Comments on the Consent Agenda
Items, then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for
further discussion at the request of a Board Member.
2.1 Thompson Flat Cemetery District Approval of Minutes
The Board of Supervisors became the Thompson Flat Cemetery District Board of Trustees
on August 10, 1999. Submitted for approval are the following minutes for the Thompson
Flat Cemetery District Board from the May 12, 2026 meeting. (COUNTY
ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE THOMPSON FLAT CEMETERY DISTRICT BOARD
MEETING MINUTES FROM MAY 12, 2026.
3. REGULAR AGENDA
3.1 Resolution Adopting the Thompson Flat Cemetery District Recommended Budget for FY
2026-27
On August 10, 1999, the Board of Supervisors became the Board of Trustees for the
Thompson Flat Cemetery District. The Director of General Services manages daily
cemetery business. Maintenance and operations are provided by the Gridley-Biggs
Cemetery District under an operational agreement with the County. The recommende …
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 09:00
Butte County Board of Supervisors
Board to vote on $231K road repair contract, new job-order contracting policy
The Board will consider a consent agenda including a $231,211 contract for Rosewood Drive repairs in Magalia, a $56,000 purchase of ballot tabulators, and salary ordinance amendments. The regular agenda features adoption of a new Job Order Contracting (JOC) policy for public works and acceptance of the Palermo Master Drainage Plan to address long-standing flooding issues.
- Award $231,211 contract to VSS International for Rosewood Drive repair project in Magalia
- Approve $56,000 budget amendment for two ballot tabulators (75% grant-funded)
- Adopt new Job Order Contracting policy for streamlined public works projects
- Accept Palermo Master Drainage Plan as planning document for flood mitigation
- Approve salary ordinance changes affecting multiple departments, including adding and deleting positions
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✓ Decided: Board adopts mobile food court and short-term rental zoning amendments
The Board unanimously adopted a zoning code amendment establishing mobile food courts as an allowable land use in Mixed-Use, Commercial, and Industrial zones, subject to an administrative permit. It also adopted a zoning code amendment updating the Short-Term Rental Ordinance to provide more flexibility and updated terms, with a 4-0-1 vote (Supervisor Durfee recused). The Board also approved the consent agenda, including a $56,000 purchase of two ballot tabulators, a salary ordinance amendment, and a $231,211 road repair contract.
- Adopted mobile food court zoning amendment (unanimous)
- Adopted short-term rental ordinance amendment (4-0-1, Durfee recused)
- Approved $56,000 purchase of two ballot tabulators (consent agenda)
- Adopted salary ordinance amendment with various position changes (consent agenda)
- Awarded $231,211 contract to VSS International for Rosewood Drive repair (consent agenda)
- Adopted Job Order Contracting policy and authorized bid solicitation (unanimous)
- Accepted Palermo Master Drainage Plan as planning document (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda items including Cal OES grant authorization and surplus declaration (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Suite 205, Oroville
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS
REGULAR AGENDA
AUGUST 11, 2026
9:00 AM
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
PETER DURFEE, DISTRICT 2
TAMI RITTER, DISTRICT 3
TOD KIMMELSHUE, DISTRICT 4
DOUG TEETER, DISTRICT 5
ANDY PICKETT
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
CLERK OF THE BOARD
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
BRAD STEPHENS
COUNTY COUNSEL
1. CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2. INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and
appreciates public engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public
to act in a courteous, civil, and respectful manner, and not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public.
The Board of Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive
language, or disorderly conduct, which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly
conduct of Board meetings. Violation of these rules of decorum will result in the meeting
being recessed.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
3. CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion at the request of a S …
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
AUGUST 11, 2026
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2.
INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and
appreciates public engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public
to act in a courteous, civil, and respectful manner, and not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public.
The Board of Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive language,
or disorderly conduct, which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of
Board meetings. Violation of these rules of decorum will result in the meeting being
recessed.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
Supervisor Durfee recused himself from item 5.2.
3.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion at the request of a Supervisor.
There was no public comment received for this item.
Action: ADOPT THE CONSENT AGENDA
Motion: Supervisor Durfee
Second: Supervisor Kimmelshue
Motion passed unanimously.
BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MINUTES – AUGUST 11, 2026
3.1. Clerk-Recorder's Office
3.1.a Budget Am …
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ORDINANCE AND AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR TO SIGN. Motioned: Supervisor Teeter Second: Supervisor Kimmelshue Motion passed with a 4-0-1 Vote (
4 yea
Ritter yea · Kimmelshue yea · Teeter yea · Connelly yea
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 09:00
General
GSA board to adopt $140,700 budget for groundwater plan work
The Butte County Groundwater Sustainability Agency will vote on a resolution adopting its recommended $140,700 budget for fiscal year 2026-27. The funds cover consulting, engineering, and monitoring costs tied to the Butte Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan. Each of the 11 GSAs in the subbasin will contribute $12,790.91. The board will also approve minutes from August 2025.
- Resolution adopting $140,700 FY2026-27 budget for groundwater sustainability work
- Each of 11 GSAs to contribute $12,790.91 for the year
- Funds to be used for annual report, GSP periodic evaluation, data management, monitoring, and well permitting
- Approval of August 12, 2025 meeting minutes
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25 County Center Drive, Suite 205, Oroville
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COUNTY OF BUTTE
GROUNDWATER
SUSTAINABILITY AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
AUGUST 11, 2026
9:00 AM
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
PETER DURFEE, DISTRICT 2
TAMI RITTER, DISTRICT 3
TOD KIMMELSHUE, DISTRICT 4
DOUG TEETER, DISTRICT 5
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Board Member Comments on the Consent Agenda
Items, then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for
further discussion at the request of a Board Member.
2.1 County of Butte Groundwater Sustainability Agency (GSA) - Approval of Minutes
Submitted for approval are the August 12, 2025 County of Butte GSA Minutes. (COUNTY
ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE AUGUST 12, 2025 COUNTY OF BUTTE GSA
MINUTES.
3. REGULAR AGENDA
3.1 Resolution Adopting the County of Butte Groundwater Sustainability Agency
Recommended Budget for FY2026-27
On October 13, 2015, the Butte County Board of Supervisors became the County of Butte
Groundwater Sustainability Agency (COBGSA) for the portions of the County that overlie
the Butte Subbasin that were not part of another Groundwater Sustainability Agency. Daily
COBGSA business is conducted by the Department of Water and Resource Conservation
Director and staff.
On November 5, 2019, the COBGSA signed a Cooperation Agreement with the 10 other
Groundwater Su …
Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 13:30
Water Commission
Water Commission to discuss drought resilience and AI data center zoning
The Butte County Water Commission will receive presentations on the county's Drought Resilience Plan and the Butte County Well Ordinance. The body will also discuss FERC Relicensing and zoning considerations for AI data centers.
- Discussion on FERC Relicensing and the 'Our Water, Their Power' website
- Presentation on AI Data Center Permitting and Zoning Considerations
- Presentation on the Butte County Well Ordinance
- Presentation and discussion of the Butte County Drought Resilience Plan
- Sustainable Groundwater Management updates
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Board of Supervisors Chambers, Oroville
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BUTTE COUNTY
WATER COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
AUGUST 5, 2026
1:30 PM
MEMBERS OF THE COMMISSION
DONNA BAYLISS, DISTRICT 1
TOVEY GIEZENTANNER, DISTRICT 2
AIMEE RAYMOND, DISTRICT 3
FRED MONTGOMERY, DISTRICT 4
MAUNY ROETHLER, DISTRICT 5
DISTRICT WATER LANDOWNERS
MATTHEW TENNIS
PETER RYSTROM
PRIVATE WELL LANDOWNERS
DAVIN ARVONEN
GEORGE "ERNIE" WASHINGTON
KAMELA LOESER, DIRECTOR
308 NELSON AVENUE
OROVILLE, CA 95965
TELEPHONE: 530.552.3595
FAX: 530.538.3807
Email:
[email protected]
www.butte.county.net/1117/water-
resource-conservation
MEETING LOCATION
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a. *Approval of Minutes
Review and Approve June 17, 2026, Special Meeting minutes
Action Requested - Review and approve
3. PUBLIC MEMBERS WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSION ON ITEMS NOT LISTED ON THE
AGENDA
The Water Commission is prohibited by law from taking action on any item presented if it is not listed on
the agenda. Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per person.
4. REGULAR AGENDA
a. Discussion on FERC Relicensing and the “Our Water, Their Power” Website
(Kristi Olio, Public Information Officer, Butte County Administration)
b. Presentation on AI Data Center Permitting and Zoning Considerations in Butte
County (Paula Daneluk, Director, Development Services)
c. Presentation on the Butte County Well Ordinance (Elai …
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 09:00
Butte County Board of Supervisors
Board to adopt appropriations for Fiscal Year 2026-27 County Budget
The Board of Supervisors will decide on the final appropriations for the 2026-27 budget and certify results for the June 2026 primary election. The body is also considering several contract amendments and new agreements for county services.
- Resolution adopting appropriations for the Fiscal Year 2026-27 County Budget
- Contract amendment with SYASL for state legislative advocacy services, increasing maximum payable by $120,000 to $600,000
- Three new part-time indigent defense contracts not-to-exceed $90,041 each and one amendment for Ryan Lamb not-to-exceed $231,074
- Contract with Rael & Letson for pension and OPEB actuarial services not-to-exceed $70,600
- Agreement with Butte County Superior Court for Dispute Resolution Program not-to-exceed $42,530
budgetelectionscontractslegal-servicespublic-safety
✓ Decided: Board approves $9.2M library construction contract
The Board approved a $9,207,671 contract with Ginno Construction for improvements to the Oroville and Chico Library branches, funded by a state grant. The Board also approved a three-year employment contract for Meegan Jessee as Chief Administrative Officer, with a starting salary of $281,238. Both items were approved unanimously.
- Approved $9,207,671 contract with Ginno Construction for Oroville and Chico library improvements.
- Approved employment contract for Meegan Jessee as Chief Administrative Officer, term Oct 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2029.
- Adopted the consent agenda, including contracts, agreements, and resolutions as listed.
- Reappointed Dave Johnson and Justin Hancock to the Assessment Appeals Board for 4-year terms ending July 24, 2030.
- Approved contract amendment with Youth for Change for the Parents as Teachers program, increasing funding by $320,000.
- Directed staff to advocate for public safety in the Lake Oroville Water Control Manual update.
- Approved contract amendment granting 80 hours of vacation leave to Director of Public Works D. Colt Esenwein.
- Continued two telecommunications facility appeals to August 25, 2026.
Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Suite 205, Oroville
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS
REGULAR AGENDA
JULY 28, 2026
9:00 AM
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
PETER DURFEE, DISTRICT 2
TAMI RITTER, DISTRICT 3
TOD KIMMELSHUE, DISTRICT 4
DOUG TEETER, DISTRICT 5
ANDY PICKETT
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
CLERK OF THE BOARD
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
BRAD STEPHENS
COUNTY COUNSEL
1. CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2. INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and
appreciates public engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public
to act in a courteous, civil, and respectful manner, and not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public.
The Board of Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive
language, or disorderly conduct, which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly
conduct of Board meetings. Violation of these rules of decorum will result in the meeting
being recessed.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
3. CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion at the request of a Sup …
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
JULY 28, 2026
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2.
INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and
appreciates public engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public
to act in a courteous, civil, and respectful manner, and not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public.
The Board of Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive language,
or disorderly conduct, which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of
Board meetings. Violation of these rules of decorum will result in the meeting being
recessed.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
Item 5.1 - The agenda and related County documents incorrectly refer to Weger
Road, and has been corrected to Weger Drive.
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
3.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion at the request of a Supervisor.
The following members of the public submitted Public Comment: Kenneth Scherer
on item 3.2.i.
Action: ADOPT THE CONSENT AGENDA
Motion: Supervisor Durfee
Second: Supervisor Teeter
BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISO …
Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 09:00
Planning Commission
Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Oroville
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 13:30
Technical Advisory Committee
Discussion on inter‑basin coordination for groundwater in North Sacramento River corridor
The Technical Advisory Committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2026 and approve the May 29, 2025 meeting minutes. Members will receive updates on current groundwater conditions, the Butte Subbasin evaluation, and the county well and septic ordinance. A presentation will discuss inter‑basin coordination for sustainable groundwater management in the North Sacramento River corridor. Additional updates include the 2025 groundwater status report and drought resilience planning.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2026 (Chair Connell)
- Approval of May 29, 2025 meeting minutes
- Presentation and discussion of inter‑basin coordination for sustainable groundwater management in the North Sacramento River corridor
- Butte County Well and Septic Ordinance update (Rural Water Safety Project)
- Butte County Groundwater Status Report for the 2025 water year
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Human Resources Training Room - East, Oroville
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BUTTE COUNTY
TECHNICAL ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
JULY 15, 2026
1:30 PM
MEMBERS OF THE TECHNICAL
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
JOE CONNELL
MIKE CRUMP
JEFF DAVIDS
TODD GREENE
KYLE MORGADO
RICHARD PRICE
DEBBIE SPANGLER
KAMELA LOESER, DIRECTOR
308 NELSON AVENUE
OROVILLE, CA 95965
TELEPHONE: 530.552.3595
FAX: 530.538.3807
Email:
[email protected]
www.butte.county.net/1117/water-
resource-conservation
MEETING LOCATION
HUMAN RESOURCES TRAINING ROOM EAST
3 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
1. CALL TO ORDER
a. Roll Call
b. Introductions
2. REGULAR AGENDA
a. Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2026 (Chair Connell)
b. *Approval of Minutes
Review and Approve May 29, 2025, meeting minutes
Action Requested - Review and approve
c. *Current Hydrological and Spring 2026 Groundwater Conditions Update (Kelly Peterson,
Butte County Department of Water & Resource Conservation)
d. *Update on the Status of the Butte Subbasin Periodic Evaluation (Christina Buck, Butte
County Department of Water and Resource Conservation)
e. *Presentation and Discussion of Inter-basin Coordination for Sustainable Groundwater
Management in the North Sacramento River Corridor, which includes the Butte Subbasin
(Christina Buck, Butte County Department of Water and Resource Conservation)
3. DEPARTMENTAL UPDATES
a. *Butte County Well and Septic Ordinance Update (Rural Water Safety Project)
b. *Butte County Groundwater Status …
Thu Jun 25, 2026 · 09:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review wireless tower permit in Magalia
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a use permit for a new wireless communications tower. The body will discuss the proposal to install a monopine tower and associated ground equipment.
- Use permit for a 160-foot monopine wireless tower at 6219 McReynolds Ct, Magalia (PROJ-26-0033/VB BTS III, LLC)
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Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Oroville
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Department of Development
Services
Paula M. Daneluk, AICP,
Director
Curtis Johnson, Assistant
Director
7 County Center Dr.
Oroville, CA 95965
T: 530.552.3700
F: 530.538.7785
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BUTTE COUNTY BUTTE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA
June 25, 2026
TIME: 9:00 AM
PLACE: 25 County Center Drive, Suite 201, Oroville, CA
Public comments will be accepted in-person at the meeting or may be submitted prior to the
meeting. Use the following information to remotely view, or listen to, the Planning
Commission meeting, including the Public Hearing portions online.
Link: http://bcdds.net/PlanningCommission
Event (Meeting) Number: 2551 241 4691
Event Password: Planning
You may also call in: 408-418-9388
[IGNORE_INDENT]
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Pledge of Allegiance
II. ROLL CALL – Commissioners Donati, Flicker, McCreary, Schleiger, and Chair Parrott
III. DISCLOSURE OF EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
IV. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA - Commission members and staff may request additions,
deletions or changes in the Agenda order.
V. BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR ON ITEMS NOT ALREADY ON THE AGENDA - This is an
opportunity for any person to address the Planning Commission. Presentations will be
limited to five minutes. The Commission is prohibited by State law from taking action on any
item presented if it is not listed on the Agenda.
VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND OTHER MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION - The Chair will call for a
presentation of the report of staff. The hearing …
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 09:00
Butte County Board of Supervisors
Supervisors to raise low-value property tax exemption to $5,000
This consent agenda includes multiple administrative items. The board will vote to increase the low-value property tax exemption from $2,000 to $5,000, approve contracts for federal advocacy and small claims advisory services, and finalize compensation agreements with the City of Gridley for redevelopment property sales. Several contract amendments and resolutions are also up for adoption.
- Resolution increasing low-value property tax exemption threshold to $5,000 (3.1.a)
- Contract with BCAG for federal advocacy services, not-to-exceed $63,000 (3.3.d)
- MOU with Butte County Law Library for small claims advisory, not-to-exceed $15,000 over three years (3.3.c)
- Compensation agreements with City of Gridley for redevelopment property sale proceeds: $55,863 for County, $3,503 for CSA 34, $4,645 for CSA 37 (3.3.f)
- Amendment to library security contract with Armed Guard Private Security, increasing by $90,000 to $211,556 (3.4.a)
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✓ Decided: Butte County Board of Supervisors adopts consent agenda
The Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted the consent agenda, with one item passing 4-0-1 due to a recusal. Key actions included increasing the low-value property tax exemption and approving several administrative contracts and agreements.
- Increased low-value property tax exemption limit to $5,000
- Accepted certification of June 2, 2026 Congressional District 1 Special Election votes
- Approved June 9, 2026 meeting minutes
- Exempted County from small claims advisory requirements for FY 2026-27 through 2028-29
- Approved MOU with Butte County Law Library for small claims services (not-to-exceed $15,000)
- Approved $63,000 contract with BCAG for federal advocacy
- Ratified letter of opposition for ACA 9 (Boerner)
- Approved compensation agreements with City of Gridley for RDA property sales
Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Suite 205, Oroville
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS
REGULAR AGENDA
JUNE 23, 2026
9:00 AM
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
PETER DURFEE, DISTRICT 2
TAMI RITTER, DISTRICT 3
TOD KIMMELSHUE, DISTRICT 4
DOUG TEETER, DISTRICT 5
ANDY PICKETT
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
CLERK OF THE BOARD
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
BRAD STEPHENS
COUNTY COUNSEL
1. CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2. INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and
appreciates public engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public
to act in a courteous, civil, and respectful manner, and not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public.
The Board of Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive
language, or disorderly conduct, which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly
conduct of Board meetings. Violation of these rules of decorum will result in the meeting
being recessed.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
3. CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion at the request of a Sup …
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
JUNE 23, 2026
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2.
INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and
appreciates public engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public
to act in a courteous, civil, and respectful manner, and not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public.
The Board of Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive language,
or disorderly conduct, which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of
Board meetings. Violation of these rules of decorum will result in the meeting being
recessed.
Assistant Chief Administrative Officer, Meegan Jessee; Kory Honea, Sheriff; and Mike
Ramsey, District Attorney, provided an update regarding the shooting that occurred at
the Chico Library Branch on June 22, 2026.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
Supervisor Durfee recused himself from item 3.7.b.
3.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion at the request of a Supervisor.
There was no public comment received for this item.
Action: ADOPT THE CO …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
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Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 13:30
Water Commission
Water Commission will review groundwater updates and approve May 6 meeting minutes
The Butte County Water Commission will first approve the minutes from the May 6, 2026 meeting. It will then receive updates on current hydrological and spring 2026 groundwater conditions, the status of the Butte Subbasin periodic evaluation, and several department projects including a well and septic ordinance, a drought resilience plan, and sustainable groundwater management. No formal actions beyond minute approval are listed.
- Approve May 6, 2026 meeting minutes
- Current Hydrological and Spring 2026 Groundwater Conditions Update
- Update on the Status of the Butte Subbasin Periodic Evaluation
- Butte County Well and Septic Ordinance Update (Rural Water Safety Project)
- Drought Resilience Plan Update
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Board of Supervisors Chambers, Oroville
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BUTTE COUNTY
WATER COMMISSION
SPECIAL MEETING
AGENDA
JUNE 17, 2026
1:30 PM
MEMBERS OF THE COMMISSION
DONNA BAYLISS, DISTRICT 1
TOVEY GIEZENTANNER, DISTRICT 2
AIMEE RAYMOND, DISTRICT 3
FRED MONTGOMERY, DISTRICT 4
MAUNY ROETHLER, DISTRICT 5
DISTRICT WATER LANDOWNERS
MATTHEW TENNIS
PETER RYSTROM
PRIVATE WELL LANDOWNERS
DAVIN ARVONEN
GEORGE "ERNIE" WASHINGTON
KAMELA LOESER, DIRECTOR
308 NELSON AVENUE
OROVILLE, CA 95965
TELEPHONE: 530.552.3595
FAX: 530.538.3807
Email:
[email protected]
www.butte.county.net/1117/water-
resource-conservation
MEETING LOCATION
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a. *Approval of Minutes
Review and Approve May 6, 2026, meeting minutes
Action Requested - Review and approve
3. PUBLIC MEMBERS WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSION ON ITEMS NOT LISTED ON THE
AGENDA
The Water Commission is prohibited by law from taking action on any item presented if it is not listed on
the agenda. Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per person.
4. REGULAR AGENDA
a. Current Hydrological and Spring 2026 Groundwater Conditions Update (Kelly
Peterson, Butte County Department of Water & Resource Conservation)
b. *Update on the Status of the Butte Subbasin Periodic Evaluation (Christina
Buck, Butte County Department of Water and Resource Conservation)
5. DEPARTMENT UPDATES
Staff will provide updates on the fol …
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 09:00
In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Board
Board to approve $482,606 IHSS Public Authority budget for FY 2026‑27
The Butte County In‑Home Supportive Services Public Authority Board will vote to approve the meeting minutes from May 26, 2026. It will also consider and likely approve the IHSS Public Authority budget of $482,606 for fiscal year 2026‑27, a 6.2% increase over the prior year. No regular agenda items are scheduled for discussion.
- Approve May 26, 2026 In‑Home Supportive Services Public Authority Board meeting minutes
- Approve IHSS Public Authority budget of $482,606 for FY 2026‑27 (6.2% increase)
- No regular agenda items listed
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25 County Center Drive, Suite 205, Oroville
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BUTTE COUNTY IN-HOME
SUPPORTIVE SERVICES
PUBLIC AUTHORITY
BOARD
REGULAR AGENDA
JUNE 9, 2026
9:00 AM
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
PETER DURFEE, DISTRICT 2
TAMI RITTER, DISTRICT 3
TOD KIMMELSHUE, DISTRICT 4
DOUG TEETER, DISTRICT 5
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Board Comments on the Consent Agenda Items, then proceed
with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further discussion at the request of
a Board Member.
2.1 Approval of In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Board Meeting Minutes
Submitted for approval are the May 26, 2026 In-Home Supportive Services Public
Authority Board Meeting Minutes. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE MAY 26, 2026 IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES
PUBLIC AUTHORITY BOARD MEETING MINUTES.
2.2 Approval of Butte County In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Public Authority (PA)
Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27
The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends approval of the IHSS
PA budget of $482,606 for FY 2026-27, which is an increase of 6.2% compared to FY
2025-26. This budget pays for the operations of the PA and not the IHSS
providers. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES PUBLIC
AUTHORITY BUDGET.
3. REGULAR AGENDA
NONE.
4. …
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 09:00
Butte County Board of Supervisors
Board of Supervisors to review behavioral health contracts and library budget updates
The Board of Supervisors will consider several service agreements for behavioral health, including substance-use recovery and psychiatric care. The meeting also includes requests to approve library budget amendments and a contract for financial reporting software.
- Agreement with American Addiction Treatment Services, Inc. for Narcotic Replacement Therapy, not-to-exceed $350,000
- Agreement with Compassion Pathway Behavioral Health, LLC for 24-hour residential care, not-to-exceed $267,677
- Contract with DebtBook for financial obligation reporting compliance, not-to-exceed $43,500
- Contract amendment with Perpetual Storage, Inc. for archival storage, increasing maximum payable amount by $40,000
- Budget amendments for a $3,500 library grant and $8,404 from the sale of a Bookmobile Bus
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✓ Decided: Board approves various service contracts and budget amendments
The Board of Supervisors adopted the consent agenda, which included several departmental contracts and budget adjustments. Approved items covered financial reporting software, archival storage amendments, library grants, and multiple behavioral health service agreements.
- Approved DebtBook contract for financial reporting ($43,500 through March 2029)
- Approved Perpetual Storage, Inc. contract amendment ($120,000 through April 2032)
- Approved May 26, 2026 meeting minutes
- Approved letter of support for AB 2640
- Adopted resolution to amend the County Conflict of Interest Code
- Approved budget amendment for Book to Action grant ($3,500)
- Approved budget amendment for library vehicle sale proceeds ($8,404)
- Approved American Addiction Treatment Services agreement ($350,000 through June 2027)
Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Suite 205, Oroville
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS
REGULAR AGENDA
JUNE 9, 2026
9:00 AM
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
PETER DURFEE, DISTRICT 2
TAMI RITTER, DISTRICT 3
TOD KIMMELSHUE, DISTRICT 4
DOUG TEETER, DISTRICT 5
ANDY PICKETT
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
CLERK OF THE BOARD
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
BRAD STEPHENS
COUNTY COUNSEL
1. CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2. INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and
appreciates public engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public
to act in a courteous, civil, and respectful manner, and not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public.
The Board of Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive
language, or disorderly conduct, which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly
conduct of Board meetings. Violation of these rules of decorum will result in the meeting
being recessed.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
3. CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion at the request of a Supe …
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
JUNE 9, 2026
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2.
INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and
appreciates public engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public
to act in a courteous, civil, and respectful manner, and not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public.
The Board of Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive language,
or disorderly conduct, which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of
Board meetings. Violation of these rules of decorum will result in the meeting being
recessed.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
Item 5.2 - The item should read, "The program served 660 clients with parent-
child support services, and expended all grant funds. "
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
Supervisor Durfee recused himself from item 4.3.
Chair Connelly recused himself from items 3.11.a, 3.12.a, and 3.12.b.
3.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion at the request of a Supervisor.
There was no public comment received for this item.
Action: ADOPT THE CONSENT AGENDA …
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Durfee yea · Ritter yea · Kimmelshue yea · Teeter yea · Connelly yea
Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 13:30
Water Commission
June 3 Water Commission meeting canceled; special meeting set for June 17
The Butte County Water Commission's regular meeting scheduled for June 3, 2026, has been canceled. A special meeting will be held on June 17, 2026, at 1:30 PM. The next regular meeting is on August 5, 2026.
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Board of Supervisors Chambers, Oroville
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BUTTE COUNTY
WATER COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
JUNE 3, 2026
1:30 PM
MEMBERS OF THE COMMISSION
DONNA BAYLISS, DISTRICT 1
TOVEY GIEZENTANNER, DISTRICT 2
AIMEE RAYMOND, DISTRICT 3
FRED MONTGOMERY, DISTRICT 4
MAUNY ROETHLER, DISTRICT 5
DISTRICT WATER LANDOWNERS
MATTHEW TENNIS
PETER RYSTROM
PRIVATE WELL LANDOWNERS
DAVIN ARVONEN
GEORGE "ERNIE" WASHINGTON
KAMELA LOESER, DIRECTOR
308 NELSON AVENUE
OROVILLE, CA 95965
TELEPHONE: 530.552.3595
FAX: 530.538.3807
Email:
[email protected]
www.butte.county.net/1117/water-
resource-conservation
MEETING LOCATION
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
1. MEETING CANCELED
The Butte County Water Commission's regular June 3, 2026 meeting has been canceled. The
Commission will hold a special meeting on June 17, 2026, beginning at 1:30 pm. The agenda and other
back-up materials will be distributed prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act. The next
regularly scheduled meeting will be held on August 5, 2026.
Provide Public Comment - Members of the public can submit public comment in one of two ways:
1. In person by attending the meeting at the specified location
2. Email
[email protected] by noon the day before the meeting is to occur.
When submitting public comment via email, please indicate the item number your comment
corresponds to in the subject line.
Email comments submitted before noon the day befor …
Thu May 28, 2026 · 13:30
Technical Advisory Committee
Technical Advisory Committee meeting canceled
The Butte County Water Commission Technical Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for May 28, 2026, was canceled. The next meeting date is currently to be determined.
- Meeting canceled
- Next meeting date to be determined
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BUTTE COUNTY
TECHNICAL ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
MAY 28, 2026
1:30 PM
MEMBERS OF THE TECHNICAL
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
JOE CONNELL
MIKE CRUMP
JEFF DAVIDS
TODD GREENE
KYLE MORGADO
RICHARD PRICE
DEBBIE SPANGLER
KAMELA LOESER, DIRECTOR
308 NELSON AVENUE
OROVILLE, CA 95965
TELEPHONE: 530.552.3595
FAX: 530.538.3807
Email:
[email protected]
www.butte.county.net/1117/water-
resource-conservation
MEETING LOCATION
HUMAN RESOURCES TRAINING ROOM EAST
3 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
1. MEETING CANCELED
The Butte County Water Commission Technical Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for May 28 has
been canceled. The Committee’s next meeting date is currently to be determined. Meeting agendas and
supporting materials will be distributed prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
Provide Public Comment - Members of the public can submit public comment in one of
two ways:
1. In person by attending the meeting at the specified location
2. Email
[email protected] by noon the day before the meeting is to
occur.
When submitting public comment via email, please indicate the item number
your comment corresponds to in the subject line.
Email comments submitted before noon the day before the meeting will be
sent to the full Advisory Committee electronically prior to the start of the
meeting. Email comments submitted after noon are not guaranteed to reach
the Advisory Committee prior …
Thu May 28, 2026 · 09:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider mobile food court ordinance and wireless tower permit
The Planning Commission will discuss two zoning code amendments, including the creation of a new mobile food court ordinance for Commercial and Industrial zones. The body will also consider a continued use permit for a wireless communications monopole.
- Use permit for a 105-foot wireless communications monopole at Richvale Hwy and Colony Road (UP25-0002)
- Proposed zoning amendment to establish mobile food courts as a land use in Commercial and Industrial zones (PROJ-26-0035)
- County-initiated amendment to an existing zoning ordinance originally adopted in 2019 (PROJ25-0005)
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Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Oroville
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Department of Development
Services
Paula M. Daneluk, AICP,
Director
Curtis Johnson, Assistant
Director
7 County Center Dr.
Oroville, CA 95965
T: 530.552.3700
F: 530.538.7785
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BUTTE COUNTY BUTTE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA
May 28, 2026
TIME: 9:00 AM
PLACE: 25 County Center Drive, Suite 201, Oroville, CA
Public comments will be accepted in-person at the meeting or may be submitted prior to the
meeting. Use the following information to remotely view, or listen to, the Planning
Commission meeting, including the Public Hearing portions online.
Link:http://bcdds.net/DSPlanningCommission
Event (Meeting) Number: 2551 241 4691
Event Password: Planning (Phone: 75266464)
You may also call in: 408-418-9388
[IGNORE_INDENT]
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Pledge of Allegiance
II. ROLL CALL – Commissioners Donati, Flicker, McCreary, Schleiger, and Chair Parrott
III. DISCLOSURE OF EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
IV. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA - Commission members and staff may request additions,
deletions or changes in the Agenda order.
V. BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR ON ITEMS NOT ALREADY ON THE AGENDA - This is an
opportunity for any person to address the Planning Commission. Presentations will be
limited to five minutes. The Commission is prohibited by State law from taking action on any
item presented if it is not listed on the Agenda.
VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND OTHER MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION - The Chair will call for a
presentation of the report of …
Tue May 26, 2026 · 09:00
In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Board
Board to vote on $60K labor negotiations contract for IHSS providers
The IHSS Public Authority Board will consider approving consent agenda items including three contracts and meeting minutes. Items include a labor negotiations contract with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore ($60,000), a registry system subscription with Excellesoft Partners ($44,781), and a facilitation services contract with Terri Green Petersen ($4,335).
- Contract with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore for IHSS PA labor negotiations, $60,000, July 2026–June 2029
- Agreement with Excellesoft Partners for Nexus Registry IHSS system subscription, $44,781, July 2026–June 2030
- Contract with Terri Green Petersen for IHSS Advisory Committee facilitation services, $4,335, July 2026–June 2027
- Approval of September 9, 2025 meeting minutes
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✓ Decided: Board approves FY 2026-27 In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority budget
The Board adopted the consent agenda, which included approving the May 26, 2026, meeting minutes. The board also approved the $482,606 budget for the In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority for fiscal year 2026-27.
- Approved May 26, 2026, meeting minutes
- Approved $482,606 IHSS PA budget for FY 2026-27 (4-0-1)
25 County Center Drive, Suite 200, Oroville
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BUTTE COUNTY IN-HOME
SUPPORTIVE SERVICES
PUBLIC AUTHORITY
BOARD
REGULAR AGENDA
MAY 26, 2026
9:00 AM
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
PETER DURFEE, DISTRICT 2
TAMI RITTER, DISTRICT 3
TOD KIMMELSHUE, DISTRICT 4
DOUG TEETER, DISTRICT 5
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Board Member Comments on the Consent Agenda
Items, then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for
further discussion at the request of a Board Member.
2.1 Approval of In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Board Meeting Minutes
Submitted for approval are the September 9, 2025 In-Home Supportive Services Public
Authority Board Meeting Minutes. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE SEPTEMBER 9, 2025 IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE
SERVICES PUBLIC AUTHORITY BOARD MEETING MINUTES.
2.2 Contract with Terri Green Petersen for Facilitation Services to the In-Home Supportive
Services (IHSS) Advisory Committee
The IHSS Advisory Committee (Committee), established pursuant to Welfare and
Institutions Code section 12301.2, provides recommendations and proposals to the IHSS
Public Authority Board regarding the preferred modes of service for IHSS. Additionally, the
Committee provides recommendations to any administrative body in the County related to
the delivery and administration of IHS …
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IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES PUBLIC AUTHORITY
BOARD
MINUTES
June 9, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. CONSENT AGENDA
2.1. Approval of In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Board Meeting Minutes
Submitted for approval are the May 26, 2026, In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Board Meeting
Minutes. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE MAY 26, 2026, IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES PUBLIC AUTHORITY
BOARD MEETING MINUTES.
2.2. Approval of Butte County In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Public Authority (PA) Budget for Fiscal Year
2026-27
The Department of Employment and Social Services recommends approval of the IHSS PA budget of
$482,606 for FY 2026-27, which is an increase of 6.2% compared to FY 2025-26. This budget pays for the
operations of the PA and not the IHSS providers. (DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SERVICES)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES PUBLIC AUTHORITY BUDGET.
Action: ADOPT THE CONSENT AGENDA
Motion: Supervisor Kimmelshue
Second: Supervisor Teeter
Motion passed with a 4-0-1 vote (Ayes: Supervisors Durfee, Kimmelshue, Teeter and Chair Connelly; Nays:
None; Recusals: Supervisor Ritter).
3. REGULAR SESSION (None)
4. PUBLIC COMMENT (None)
5. CLOSED SESSION (None)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Action: ADOPT THE CONSENT AGENDA Motion: Supervisor Kimmelshue Second: Supervisor Teeter Motion passed with a 4-0-1 vote (
4 yea
Durfee yea · Kimmelshue yea · Teeter yea · Connelly yea
Tue May 26, 2026 · 09:00
Butte County Board of Supervisors
Board to approve $5.5M grant amendment for behavioral health services
The Butte County Board of Supervisors will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of the May 12 meeting minutes, a letter opposing AB 690 on indigent defense, and a resolution to use HOME program income. Several behavioral health contracts and amendments will be voted on, including a $5,529,602 grant amendment, a $380,148 amendment with Family Services, and a $200,000 agreement with Open Line Group Homes. The agenda also contains a $55,000 budget amendment to purchase a new Development Services vehicle.
- Approve letter of opposition to AB 690 (estimated minimum cost $1 million)
- Adopt resolution authorizing use of HOME program income ($156,680 balance, up to $343,420 projected receipts)
- Approve amendment to Behavioral Health grant increasing total to $5,529,602
- Approve amendment and new agreement with Family Services for short‑term residential therapeutic services, not‑to‑exceed $380,148
- Approve $55,000 budget amendment to purchase a new compact SUV hybrid vehicle
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✓ Decided: Board approves mental health service agreements and housing program resolutions
The Board of Supervisors approved several contracts for behavioral health services, including residential programs and medical director oversight. Additional actions included approving a letter opposing AB 690 and authorizing the use of HOME program income for housing activities.
- Adopted the Consent Agenda (4-0-1)
- Approved May 12, 2026, meeting minutes
- Approved letter of opposition to AB 690 regarding indigent defense compensation
- Adopted resolution for use of HOME program income for housing activities
- Approved letter of concern regarding the State Budget
- Approved amendment and new agreement with Family Services for mental health services
- Approved agreement with Open Line Group Homes, Inc. for mental health services
- Approved agreement with Donovan Alan Wong, M.D., Inc. for Medical Director services
Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Suite 205, Oroville
📄 From the agenda
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Page 1
BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS
REGULAR AGENDA
MAY 26, 2026
9:00 AM
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
PETER DURFEE, DISTRICT 2
TAMI RITTER, DISTRICT 3
TOD KIMMELSHUE, DISTRICT 4
DOUG TEETER, DISTRICT 5
ANDY PICKETT
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
CLERK OF THE BOARD
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
BRAD STEPHENS
COUNTY COUNSEL
1. CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2. INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and
appreciates public engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public
to act in a courteous, civil, and respectful manner, and not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public.
The Board of Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive
language, or disorderly conduct, which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly
conduct of Board meetings. Violation of these rules of decorum will result in the meeting
being recessed.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
3. CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion at the request of a Supe …
📄 From the minutes
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BuTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
Butte County
May 26, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2. INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and
appreciates public engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public
to act in a courteous, civil, and respectful manner, and not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public.
The Board of Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive language,
or disorderly conduct, which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of
Board meetings. Violation of these rules of decorum will result in the meeting being
recessed.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
Item 3.1.a - Item 2.2 in the minutes should read Supervisor Durfee recused
himself on item 4.7.
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
Supervisor Durfee recused himself from item 3.5.a.
3. CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion at the request of a Supervisor.
The following member of the public submitted Public Comment: John Stonebraker
for item 3.1.a (electronically).
Action: ADOPT THE CONSENT AGENDA
BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MINUTES — MAY 26, 2026
Motion: Supervisor …
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Action: ADOPT THE CONSENT AGENDA BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MINUTES — MAY 26, 2026 Motion: Supervisor Ritter Second: Supervisor Durfee Motion passed unanimously with the exception of…
4 yea
Ritter yea · Kimmelshue yea · Teeter yea · Connelly yea
Tue May 12, 2026 · 09:00
Butte County Board of Supervisors
Butte County considers multiple behavioral health and social service contracts
The Board of Supervisors will review several service agreements, including psychiatric care and foster youth support. The meeting also includes a proposal for a building permit amnesty program and funding for residential well testing.
- Three contracts with Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. for residential well testing totaling up to $527,650
- Building Permit Amnesty Program for May 1 - June 30, 2026, waiving penalty fees for eligible applicants
- Two contracts for Family Connection and Caregiver Support with NVCSS and Youth for Change totaling $1,500,000
- Contract with Megabyte Systems Inc. for tax cycle software totaling $297,419
- Psychiatric service agreements with Kullar Psychiatry, Inc. (up to $228,955) and Our Wellness Project, LLC (up to $303,500)
behavioral-healthsocial-serviceszoningwater-infrastructurecontractsbudget
✓ Decided: Board approves multiple contracts and a library grant totaling over $2 M
The Board adopted the consent agenda (unanimously) and approved the renewal of the tax‑software contract, three well‑inspection contracts, a library grant amendment, several behavioral‑health service agreements, a building‑permit amnesty program, an MOU for child‑abuse prevention, and two family‑support contracts. All items were approved by the required vote.
- Approved $297,419 Tax Cycle Software contract (unanimous)
- Approved three well‑inspection contracts totaling $527,650 (unanimous)
- Approved $24,678 library grant budget amendment (4/5 vote required)
- Approved $122,462 Eldervilla residential facility agreement (unanimous)
- Approved $228,955 Kullar Psychiatry in‑person services agreement (unanimous)
- Approved $303,500 Our Wellness Project nurse practitioner agreement (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution and amnesty program for building permits (unanimous)
- Approved $200,000 MOU with First 5 Children and Families Commission (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors Chambers, 25 County Center Drive, Suite 205, Oroville
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BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS
REGULAR AGENDA
MAY 12, 2026
9:00 AM
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
PETER DURFEE, DISTRICT 2
TAMI RITTER, DISTRICT 3
TOD KIMMELSHUE, DISTRICT 4
DOUG TEETER, DISTRICT 5
ANDY PICKETT
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
CLERK OF THE BOARD
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
BRAD STEPHENS
COUNTY COUNSEL
1. CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2. INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and
appreciates public engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public
to act in a courteous, civil, and respectful manner, and not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public.
The Board of Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive
language, or disorderly conduct, which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly
conduct of Board meetings. Violation of these rules of decorum will result in the meeting
being recessed.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
3. CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion at the request of a …
📄 From the minutes
Extracted text of the official minutes document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
BuTTE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
:
Butte County
May 12, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Observation of a Moment of Silence
2. INTRODUCTORY ITEMS
Rules of Decorum
The Board of Supervisors welcomes the public to its meetings and encourages and
appreciates public engagement. The Board of Supervisors expects members of the public
to act in a courteous, civil, and respectful manner, and not make personal, impertinent,
slanderous, or profane remarks to any member of the Board, staff, or the general public.
The Board of Supervisors will not tolerate loud, threatening, personal, or abusive language,
or disorderly conduct, which disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of
Board meetings. Violation of these rules of decorum will result in the meeting being
recessed.
2.1 Corrections and/or Changes to the Agenda
2.2 Announcement(s) of Recusal
Supervisor Durfee recused himself from Item 4.7.
3. CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Supervisor Comments on the Consent Agenda Items,
then proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further
discussion at the request of a Supervisor.
The following member of the public submitted Public Comment: John Stonebraker
for item 3.1.a (electronically).
Action: ADOPT THE CONSENT AGENDA WITH THE EXCEPTION OF ITEM 3.6.d
WHICH WAS MOVED TO ITEM 4.8 ON THE REGULAR AGENDA FOR FURTHER
BOARD CONSIDERATION.
Motion: Supervisor Teeter
Second: Supervisor Durfee
BUTT …
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Motioned: Supervisor Ritter Second: Supervisor Kimmelshue Motion passed with a 4-0-1 vote (
4 yea
Ritter yea · Kimmelshue yea · Teeter yea · Connelly yea
[context] Motioned: Supervisor Teeter Second: Supervisor Durfee Motion passed with a 4-0-1 vote (
4 yea
Durfee yea · Ritter yea · Kimmelshue yea · Teeter yea
Tue May 12, 2026 · 09:00
Thompson Flat Cemetery District Board of Trustees
Cemetery district board to approve February 2026 meeting minutes
The Thompson Flat Cemetery District Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting. The only action item is approval of the minutes from the February 10, 2026 meeting. No other items are on the regular or closed session agendas.
- Approval of minutes from February 10, 2026 Thompson Flat Cemetery District Board meeting
cemeteryboard-of-trusteesminutesproceduralbutte-county
25 County Center Drive Suite 205, Oroville
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THOMPSON FLAT
CEMETERY DISTRICT
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
MAY 12, 2026
9:00 AM
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
BILL CONNELLY, DISTRICT 1
PETER DURFEE, DISTRICT 2
TAMI RITTER, DISTRICT 3
TOD KIMMELSHUE, DISTRICT 4
DOUG TEETER, DISTRICT 5
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda will begin with any Board Comments on the Consent Agenda Items, then
proceed with the Adoption of the Consent Agenda. Items can be removed for further discussion
at the request of a Board Member.
2.1 Thompson Flat Cemetery District Required Meeting/Approval of Minutes
The Board of Supervisors became the Thompson Flat Cemetery District Board of Trustees
on August 10, 1999. Pursuant to Health and Safety Code section 9029, the Trustees are
required to meet at least once every three months. Submitted for approval are the
following minutes for the Thompson Flat Cemetery District Board from the February 10,
2026 meeting. (COUNTY ADMINISTRATION)
Action Requested - APPROVE THE THOMPSON FLAT CEMETERY DISTRICT BOARD
MEETING MINUTES FROM FEBRUARY 10, 2026.
3. REGULAR AGENDA
NONE.
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
5. CLOSED SESSION
NONE.
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Butte County
Department Heads
Agricultural
Commissioner:
Katharine Quist
Assessor*:
Alyssa Douglass
Auditor-Controller*:
Graciela Gutierrez
Behavioral Health:
Scott Kennelly
Chief Administrative
Officer: …
Wed May 6, 2026 · 13:30
Water Commission
Water Commission to review groundwater recharge and status reports
The Butte County Water Commission will receive informational presentations on dry wells and the Vina Subbasin Groundwater Recharge Feasibility Study. The commission will also review the 2024 Butte County Annual Groundwater Status Report.
- Presentation on dry wells or Groundwater Recharge Enhancement Features by Geosyntec Consultants
- Presentation on the Vina Subbasin Groundwater Recharge Feasibility Study by Geosyntec Consultants
- Overview of the 2024 Butte County Annual Groundwater Status Report
- Status updates on GSP Periodic Evaluations in Butte, Wyandotte Creek, and Vina Subbasins
groundwaterwater-managementvina-subbasinenvironmental-reports
Board of Supervisors Chambers, Oroville
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BUTTE COUNTY
WATER COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
MAY 6, 2026
1:30 PM
MEMBERS OF THE COMMISSION
DONNA BAYLISS, DISTRICT 1
TOVEY GIEZENTANNER, DISTRICT 2
AIMEE RAYMOND, DISTRICT 3
FRED MONTGOMERY, DISTRICT 4
MAUNY ROETHLER, DISTRICT 5
DISTRICT WATER LANDOWNERS
MATTHEW TENNIS
PETER RYSTROM
PRIVATE WELL LANDOWNERS
DAVIN ARVONEN
GEORGE "ERNIE" WASHINGTON
KAMELA LOESER, DIRECTOR
308 NELSON AVENUE
OROVILLE, CA 95965
TELEPHONE: 530.552.3595
FAX: 530.538.3807
Email:
[email protected]
www.butte.county.net/1117/water-
resource-conservation
MEETING LOCATION
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 205
OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a. *Approval of Minutes
Review and Approve February 4, 2026, meeting minutes
Action Requested - Review and approve
3. PUBLIC MEMBERS WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSION ON ITEMS NOT LISTED ON THE
AGENDA
The Water Commission is prohibited by law from taking action on any item presented if it is not listed on
the agenda. Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per person.
4. REGULAR AGENDA
a. *Presentation on Dry Wells or Groundwater Recharge Enhancement Features
(Joe Turner, Geosyntec Consultants)
Consultant will provide a presentation on utilizing dry wells as Groundwater
Recharge Enhancement Features.
Action requested: Accept as an informational item
b. *Presentation on the Vina Subbasin Groundwater Recharge Feasibi …
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Net migration+689 people (-$15.1M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)21 ({"Fire": 17, "Severe Storm": 9, "Flood": 6, "Biological": 2, · last Thu Jul 25, 2024)
Traffic fatalities34 (7 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments4,677 (63,158 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,466/mo (2,964 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy20.2% (low numeracy 29% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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997
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$643.8M
Spending$684.2M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$54.0M
Debt-to-revenue0.08×
Debt-load index51 / 100
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