STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho
APRIL SESSION APRIL 30, 2019 FIFTH TERM DAY
8:30 a.m. The board convened with Commissioners Skip Brandt, Denis Duman and Mark Frei and Kathy Ackerman, Clerk present.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Commissioner Duman offered an opening prayer.
Brandt moves to go into Indigent proceedings pursuant to Idaho Code 31-874. Duman seconds. Roll call-District 1-yes; District 2-yes; District 3-yes
0-Approval; 4-Denial; 0-Suspension; 4-Lien; 4-N1; 1-Release of Lien, 0-Release of N1
8:39 a.m. End Indigent
8:45 a.m. Connie Jensen-Blyth regarding Invasive Plant Management Agreement with the USFS-a few modifications, but nothing significant-master agreement expires in July-discussion. Duman moves to approve the new master agreement. Brandt seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Discussion regarding project bidding for spraying and use of contractors.
9:02 a.m. Josh Lustig presents update on Blue Cross claims history for the first six months of coverage-discussion regarding renewal process and projected rate increase. Lustig will be back mid-June with renewal numbers for the budget.
9:15 a.m. James Zehner and Leah Mager regarding casualty loss-two mobile homes on Clear Creek that were complete losses as a result of the flooding-discussion regarding adjustment on 3.2 acres of land, which eroded significantly. Brandt moves to cancel the taxes on the two mobile homes. Duman seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Zehner regarding further research on the printer-it has been suggested that they switch the weight of the form paper.
9:30 a.m. Abbie Hudson regarding the printer problems-has been trying to get the Tax Commission to change the paper weight-would like to move forward with a new printer-discussion. Brandt questions the approximate cost of printers and the cost of outsourcing the printing-Hudson will check into some options and come back with more information.
9:45 a.m. Jerry Zumalt and Gene Meinen regarding recent flooding-provide data on rain accumulation and estimated damages. Zumalt advises that we are within reach of a Federal Declaration-discussion regarding work that needs to be done on Adams Grade from the 2017 Declaration. Meinen requests bidding under emergency conditions-discussion. Brandt questions status of funding on Glenwood-Meinen advises that there will be a site visit again on Thursday-discussion. Jessup advises that he feels that bidding under emergency conditions is appropriate for life, safety and property. Brandt moves to follow 67-2808A(3) for bidding on Adams Grade with immediate award to lowest bidder. Duman seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
10:07 a.m. Anthony Botello, Krassel Ranger District, provides update on projects and encourages Commission to comment on those projects that effect Idaho County. Botello advises that they had a fairly slow fire season last year-are equipped and ready for the coming year. Duman questions the status of slides in the Yellow Pine area due to avalanche conditions-Botello advises that the road is not open-they are working to resolve issues and reopen.
Sean Johnson, Payette Fire, Fuels & Aviation Staff Officer, provides fire update on staffing and resources-advises that he would like to work more closely with County to assess appropriate fire response-discussion.
Johnson provides update on protocol for response on private property-advises that they will be looking towards agreements with rural fire departments and will wait until they are asked to respond. Kevin Chaffee, Nez Perce-Clearwater, advises that their region is not operating under the same protocols at this time. Johnson presents outlook for coming fire season.
Lisa Klinger, McCall Ranger District, provides update on outfitting, mining and other projects-discussion. Klinger provides copies of the Payette National Forest 2018 Highlights.
11:15 a.m. Brandt moves to go into Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code 74-206(1)f for legal. Duman seconds. Roll call-District 1-yes; District 2-yes; District 3-yes
11:34 a.m. End Executive Session
11:36 a.m. Brandt moves to go into Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code 74-206(1)b for personnel. Frei seconds. Roll call-District 1-yes; District 2-yes; District 3-yes
11:42 a.m. End Executive Session
11:45 a.m. Brandt moves to go into Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code 74-206(1)b for personnel. Frei seconds. Roll call-District 1-yes; District 2-yes; District 3-yes
11:53 a.m. End Executive Session
11:53 a.m. Brandt moves to approve the minutes of the April 23 meeting. Duman seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Brandt moves to approve the hiring of Cody Kilmar as a full-time employee in Dispatch. Duman seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Brandt moves to approve the transfer of Roberto Hernandez from the Jail to Patrol. Frei seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Brandt moves to approve the catering permit for Sr. Mary’s Children. Duman seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Brandt moves to approve two voided checks. Duman seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Brandt moves to approve Additional Meeting Request for Frei, Duman and Brandt. Frei seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Additional meetings-Brandt-May 8-9-CDA Budget & Levy Training, Legislative Update, May 16-BOE-Lewiston, Efficiency in Government-Boise-May 23; Duman-RC&D-May 1, Ida-Lew-May 2, Budget & Levy Training, Legislative Update-May 8-9, WIR-May 14-17, Magistrate Commission-May 31.
12:13 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Chairman______________________________ Attest:____________________________
