Mariposa County Board of Supervisors Conformed Agenda April 3, 2007 Time Description*

Recommendations 5

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  Proclaim the Month of May, 2007 as "Senior Awareness Month", 2) Approve a Certificate of Recognition to Earl Rogers for Sharing His Exceptional Talent and for His Outstanding Commitment in Teaching Art Classes to the Community of Mariposa, and
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  PUBLIC HEARING on the 2007 Annual Plan Update:
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  Approve a Certificate of Recognition to Mary Paige for Her Outstanding Commitment to the Community of Mariposa as an Exemplary Volunteer (Community Services Director) CA-14 Approve Agreement with Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System (YARTS) Joint Powers Authority (JPA) to Continue Providing Round Trip Transit Services from Mariposa County to Merced Junior College and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign the Agreement (County Counsel); Res. 07-201 CA-15 Approve the Annual Mariposa County Pioneer Wagon Train Event and the Pioneer Wagon Train Appreciation Dinner as County Activities and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign an Agreement with the 35-A District Agricultural Association and an Operating Plan and Special Use Permit with the Sierra National Forest (County Counsel); Res. 07-202 CA-16 Approve Grant Agreement with Yosemite Renaissance and Authorize the County Administrative Officer to Sign the Agreement (County Administrative Officer/Personnel/Risk Manger); Res. 07-206 2:38 p.m. Adjournment in memory of Sharon Hofflund Dunne Denys and David R. Hibpshman. Respectfully submitted, MARGIE WILLIAMS Clerk of the Board OF SUP MARIPOSA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 0 CONFORMED AGENDA May 22, 2007 Time Description 9:02 a.m. Meeting Called to Order at the Mariposa County Government Center Pledge of Allegiance Introductions Approval of Consent Agenda (See End of Minutes) NOTE: The Consent Agenda consists of items that are generally viewed as non-controversial and routine by the department. If the Board wishes to discuss an item, it will be removed from the Consent Agenda and moved to the end of the timed agenda; or at the Chair's discretion, may be taken in conjunction with another item scheduled by the respective department. Otherwise, the Consent Agenda items are generally approved in one single motion. This is the appropriate time for the public to advise the Chair of any comments to the Consent Agenda or request to have an item removed from the Consent Agenda. BOARD ACTION: Chair Bibby advised that the County Clerk pulled item 9 from the agenda. There was no public input. (M)Turpin, (S)Fritz, the Consent Agenda was approved/Ayes: Unanimous. Chair Bibby advised that the tourism progress report is scheduled for June 5, 2007; and that this meeting will be continued to Tuesday, May 29, 2007, to discuss input received at the May 23, 2007 open house held by CalTrans. Chair Bibby; There was no public input on the following Proclamations. A) Proclaim the Week of May 21st to 26th, 2007 as "Emergency Medical Services Week" and Recognizing the Outstanding Emergency Medical Service Professionals (Health Officer) BOARD ACTION: (M)Fritz, (S)Turpin, the Proclamation was approved and presented to Dr. Mosher, Health Officer/Ayes: Unanimous. Dr. Mosher advised of the process for nominating outstanding persons in the emergency medical services categories. He recognized Dana Tafoya for her work as Emergency Medical Services Coordinator. He presented plaques to the following for being nominated for their outstanding work: Alicia Moore, emergency medical dispatch Justin Charman, search and rescue Ruby Pearson, first responder Nick Hollan, emergency medical technician Preston Smith, paramedic Malissa Reed, Émergency Department staff Lori Downey, Licensed Vocational Nurse Nanette Wardle, Registered Nurse for John C. Fremont Hospital Marti Fazio, Registered Nurse for Yosemite Medical Clinic Dr. Rogers, Emergency Department physician Chair Bibby thanked everyone involved in emergency services and their families. B) Proclaim the Month of May 2007 as "Community Action Month" (Human Services Director) BOARD ACTION: (M)Fritz, (S)Aborn, the Proclamation was approve and presented to Cheryle Rutherford-Kelly/Human Services Director; Debbie Smith/HSD-Program Manager; and Janet Gass/HSD-Contract Administrator/Ayes: Unanimous. Cheryle Rutherford-Kelly recognized the following staff for their work during the heat wave last summer: Hope Morton and Marilyn Avery. 9:25 a.m. Recess 9:34 a.m. Public Presentation: For Items within the Jurisdiction of the Board and not on Today's Agenda. Vickie Lorenzi, River Rock Inn, stated she has concerns with the Yosemite-Mariposa County Tourism Bureau and the new website and she will come back on June 5th for the tourism progress report. She stated she feels that the website should be listing more of the events and including the small businesses. She commented on the success of the Coyote Springs Ranch – Catheys Valley Fair. Theresa Castaldi, business partner of Coyote Springs Ranch, thanked the Board for its support of their first Catheys Valley Fair. She advised that the Fair was a success and thanked everyone involved. She advised that they have been asked to make the facilities available for the High School Rodeo. Darin Phillips expressed concern with the operation of the Yosemite-Mariposa County Tourism Bureau and their website, and he stated he feels that only the major businesses are receiving assistance. He advised of his website with a sweepstakes in comparison with the sweepstakes sponsored by the Tourism Bureau. He stated he agrees with forming the non-profit Board, but he feels it needs to include everyone, and he expressed concern with how the Board members were selected and conduct their business. He stated he feels the Board should be de-funded and dissolved so a new one can be created with a public vote process for the membership, with each business having a say. He feels their meetings should be publicized and held when members and Supervisors can attend. He feels their financial records and minutes should be available to the public and the bidding process should be followed. He does not feel that they should receive the $600,000 they are requesting. Rick Benson, County Administrative Officer, responded to a question from the Board, and advised that the June 5th item is for a report and not a request for contract or funding. Gary Walker stated he feels the first page of the Tourism website was biased to large businesses. Overall he feels it is good, and he listened to the "Mariposa Minutes." However, he noticed that when he used search engines to find the website to show it to someone else, he was unable to locate the site. Dell Knell, Odella's Antiques & Nostalgia, referred to the Tourism website and noted that it contained incorrect information for the location of her business, and she expressed concern that the information on the businesses should be accurate. Dick Hutchinson invited everyone to attend the 50th anniversary of the Mariposa History Center and Museum this weekend. Board Information Supervisor Fritz advised that the Chamber is holding its "business after hours" event in Coulterville this evening. She noted that the past weekend was busy and there was a good turnout for the Relay for Life event. This weekend is the 50th anniversary of the Mariposa History Center and Museum; VFW Memorial Day event, bullriding event at the Fairgrounds, and the Music Festival at the Mariposa Park. Supervisor Pickard advised that he attended the RCRC (Regional Council of Rural Counties) meeting last week. He advised of the status of SB 277, gas tax legislation for the three counties without incorporated cities; of the status of Williamson Act Subvention funding; and regarding the status of 1B bond measure funding for transportation for this fiscal year. He advised that the Director of CAL FIRE is planning to visit counties with State response areas and look at the fire situation given the potential for high risk for this fire season. He stated he would like to work with the Fire Chief and our local units relative to the visit. He plans to attend the CMSP (County Medical Services Program) Board meeting on Thursday, and to go to Sacramento to meet with the legislators on SB 311, noxious weed funding. Supervisor Aborn advised that he attended a community meeting in Midpines on May 17th and a presentation was given by the Fire Chief and CAL FIRE on fire prevention and concerns with the fire dangers this year. He attended the Catheys Valley Fair on Saturday, and his family participated in the Poker Ride with the Mountain Riders. He plans to attend the school field trip to Wawona Pioneer Village on Thursday and Friday. Supervisor Turpin advised that he attended the monthly meeting with the Forest Service on Wednesday and the OHV (off-highway vehicle) routes and noxious weed issues were discussed. He attended the Coyote Howl event in Coulterville on Saturday. On Sunday, he attended the Catheys Valley Fair and congratulated the organizers on a successful event. He also advised that there were two fatal traffic accidents in the North County on Sunday and he commended all of the agencies and personnel that responded; and expressed his gratitude for the hours of training that the volunteers put in to be able to respond to emergencies. Supervisor Bibby provided input on the 9-1-1 service issues with TDS, and she commended the dispatchers for their assistance. She advised that they are asking individuals to document phone service problems that they experience. She attended the Relay for Life event and the Catheys Valley Fair, and she stated the events were very successful. She noted that the Memorial Day Parade from the VFW Hall to the Cemetery is scheduled for this weekend and a memorial wreath presentation will be made. She noted that the Mt. Ophir fire training was well attended. On Friday, she attended the conference in Fresno regarding child abuse prevention and planning. Chris Ebie, Auditor;
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  Review and Approve the Changes in Policy and Procedure in the Administrative Plan; and
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  Authorize the Signature of the Executive Director on all Required Program and Financial Forms (Human Services Director) COMMISSION ACTION: There was no public input on the following. (M)Fritz, (S)Pickard, Commissioner Bibby was selected as Chair/Ayes: Unanimous. (M)Pickard, (S)Aborn, Commissioner Turpin was selected as Vice-Chair/Ayes: Unanimous. Cheryle Rutherford-Kelly presented the staff report and advised of changes in the Plan. She responded to questions from the Commissioners, along with Janet Gass/Human Services - Contract Administrator, relative to the voucher program and availability of rentals. The public portion of the hearing was opened and there was no input. The public portion was closed and the Commission commenced with deliberations. Staff responded to additional questions from the Commission concerning the notification process to the participants for the changes. (M)Pickard, (S)Fritz, Hous. Auth. Res. 07-1 was adopted approving the 2007 Annual Plan Update and the Certification of Compliance/Ayes: Unanimous. The hearing was closed. (M)Fritz, (S)Aborn, the changes in policy and procedure in the Administrative Plan were approved/Ayes: Unanimous. (M)Fritz, (S)Aborn, the Commission authorized the signature of the Executive Director on all required program and financial forms as requested/Ayes: Unanimous. The Board of Supervisors reconvened. Kris Schenk, Planning Director; Reschedule Board of Supervisors' Public Hearing Date for the Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) Camp Wawona Redevelopment Project (Continued from June 12, 2007) BOARD ACTION: Discussion was held with Kris Schenk relative to rescheduling the hearing. There was no public input. (M)Pickard, (S)Fritz, the public hearing was rescheduled for Tuesday, August 14, 2007, at 10:30 a.m. at Camp Green Meadows in Fish Camp. It was noted that costs for the hearing will be born by the applicant. Supervisor Pickard asked that carpooling be encouraged as parking is limited. The motion was amended, agreeable with the maker and second to change the hearing time to 11:00 a.m./Ayes: Unanimous. Richard J. Benson, County Administrative Officer; Review and Approve Report on the Economic Effects of Continuing Length Restrictions on Highway 140 and Authorize the Board of Supervisors Chair to Sign a Letter for Distribution with the Report BOARD ACTION: Rick Benson initiated discussion relative to the report, and he thanked Dick Hutchinson for his assistance. Input from the public was provided by the following: Dick Hutchinson suggested that the increase in traffic accidents be included with using the alternative routes. Further discussion was held relative to suggested changes to the report. (M)Fritz, (S)Aborn, Res. 07-283 was adopted approving the report and cover letter as revised/Ayes: Unanimous. 10:09 a.m. Recess 6-19-07 10:15 a.m. Chair Bibby noted that the public hearing scheduled for this date has been cancelled and was rescheduled for August 14th at 11:00 a.m. at Camp Green Meadows to Consider the Seventh Day Adventists (SDA) Camp Wawona Redevelopment Project: 1) Specific Plan (Area Plan)/Zoning Text Amendment No. 2002-345; 2) Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-246; 3) Environmental Impact Report No. 2002-292; Applicant: Central California Conference of Seventh Day Adventists (CCCSDA) Project Location: Camp Wawona, Existing Camp Facility is Located at 8110 Forest Drive, APN 010-280-009 & APN 010-280-010. Tony Radanovich, 6th Street Cinema; Presentation and Request of $25,000 Funds for the 6th Street Cinema/Rural Media Arts & Education Project BOARD ACTION: Tony Radanovich presented the request for funding and he advised that the dry rot and deterioration of the building (Old Masonic Lodge) was much worse that anticipated. He reviewed their efforts to obtain funding and he reviewed their programs for the community and the children.