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Butte County Grand Jury • 2012-2013

Water: Butte County’s Vital Resource

Published: May 29, 2013 42 pages

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Findings 19 findings

F1 Page 90

The City of Biggs traditionally balances its General Operating Budget by supplementing its revenue with monies from the Electric Utilities Fund.

F2 Page 90

Biggs wastewater treatment facility is antiquated and will need to be upgraded in the near future.

F3 Page 90

Many roads need maintenance and repair. Chico

F4 Page 90

Primary revenue sources of Chico are taxes which have been reduced by the slowing economy.

F5 Page 90

The City of Chico had a significant turnover in senior management in 2012-13 and is in the process of restructuring the city government.

F6 Page 90

The City of Chico was slow to respond to the loss of RDA funding and of other funding sources.

F7 Page 90

City management provided the Grand Jury with some financial data that was outdated, incomplete and misleading. 66

F8 Page 91

Shortfalls in operating revenues are being covered by transfers from non-general revenue funds. Some of these funds continue to carry significant negative balances. Gridley

F9 Page 91

Gridley traditionally balances its General Operating Budget by supplementing its revenue with monies from the Electric Utilities Fund.

F10 Page 91

Gridley strengthened its internal controls after an embezzlement discovered in 2010. Oroville

F11 Page 91

The City of Oroville, under contract with DWR, is the Fund Administrator for the Project Supplemental Benefits Fund and will be disbursing grants to the community to stimulate recreation, tourism and economic development.

F12 Page 91

The City Council’s adoption of a new Facility and Park Fee Waiver Policy will bring consistency to this process.

F13 Page 91

Although the City of Oroville has a shortfall in its annual operating expenditures as compared to its revenues, City management is transparent about their steps to correct the situation.

F14 Page 91

The City of Oroville balanced its operating budget by using its Contingency Fund. Paradise

F15 Page 91

The Town of Paradise is primarily a residential community with minimal retail and commercial businesses. Therefore, Paradise residents often work and shop elsewhere, leaving their sales tax dollars in other jurisdictions.

F16 Page 91

The Town of Paradise has experienced revenue challenges for many years, which impact town services.

F17 Page 91

The Town of Paradise carefully planned for the transition to a new town manager.

F18 Page 91

The Town of Paradise’s lack of a sewer system has been a barrier in attracting significant new retail and commercial businesses. 67

F19 Page 92

A sewer system for the residential districts is impractical due to the Town of Paradise’s topography.

Recommendations 10

R1
Page 92

The City of Biggs should explore all funding possibilities for upgrading its wastewater treatment facility and road maintenance. CHICO
R2
Page 92

The City of Chico should become more transparent in its financial condition, reporting and budgeting process.
R3
Page 92

The City of Chico should continue the process of restructuring the city government.
R4
Page 92

The City of Chico should develop a viable financial plan to replenish funds with negative balances. GRIDLEY None. OROVILLE
R5
Page 92

The City of Oroville should develop a sustainable financial plan to replenish their contingency fund. PARADISE
R6
Page 92

The Town of Paradise should explore all options for a sewage system in its business districts and adopt a plan to resolve this problem.
R7

Look for evidence-based methods of dealing with mental health disorders and formulate a plan for implementation at the County Jail.
R8

Conduct an anonymous survey of the correctional deputies for any possible concerns. Formulate a plan to address any issues and provide feedback to the deputies.
R9

Recruit additional female correctional deputies.
R10

Better communicate details and updates about the security system upgrade to the staff.

Conclusions 2

CL1

The Grand Jury did not detect any material accounting exceptions noted in the Independent Auditor’s report that had not been appropriately responded to by the county. 3 [This page intentionally left blank] 4 2012–2013 BUTTE COUNTY GRAND JURY BUTTE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SUPPORT SERVICES SUMMARY The 2012-13 Grand Jury reviewed the operations of the Butte County Department of Child Support Services (LCSA). For clarity in reading, this report refers to the Butte County Department of Child Support Services as LCSA and the California Department of Child Support Services as DCSS. This department receives state and federal funding to perform its duties of enhancing the well-being of children and the self- sufficiency of families. Though it administers state policy, it is staffed and operated by Butte County.
CL2

The Grand Jury was interested in learning about the management and stewardship of Butte County water. Our conclusion is that the Butte County water districts, agencies and county departments that we reviewed are doing an efficient job managing water distribution. There are future potential problems in water supply that need to be brought to the attention of the county’s residents. Lack of storage capacity, the decline of the Tuscan Aquifer elevation and increased demand from out-of-county interests may jeopardize our water resources. 99 Protecting our historical Area of Origin water rights is critical to preserve our quality of life in Butte County. Counties in the north state need to maintain close communication and cooperation to protect our water rights. Our elected officials need to keep the citizens apprised of any impending legislation that would jeopardize Butte County water. The print media and various conservation groups are to be commended for bringing water issues to the public’s attention. The public needs to become informed on water developments and be willing to express themselves publicly to protect our Area of Origin water rights.