STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho
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APRIL SESSION APRIL 4, 2023 FIRST TERM DAY
9:00 a.m. The board convened with Commissioners Skip Brandt and Ted Lindsley and Kathy Ackerman, Clerk present. Commissioner Duman is absent.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Commissioner Lindsley offered an opening prayer.
Brandt moves to amend the agenda to include an emergency agenda item at 11:30 a.m. under 74-206(1) a for personnel.
Doug Ulmer regarding life saving award for Sgt. Patrick Adler. Due to his vigilance, an inmate death was prevented. Ulmer presents plaque to Adler for his service and dedication.
9:05 a.m. Rick Knutsen, Jail Commander, updates Commission on the need for a fire drill in the jail. Knutsen will work with Camden Schacher on employee preparation.
9:15 a.m. Camden Schacher updates Commission regarding discussion with Grangeville Fire Department-presents several recommendations. Schacher advises that she would like to set up a training for the AEDs that were recently installed-Commission advises that this training should be mandatory. Schacher advises that the Road Department has requested AEDs for the three Road Department locations-discussion. Commission approves the purchase of AEDs for the Road Department-will be a bit over $5000. Schacher requests the purchase of the replacement pads-Commissioners advise to go ahead with that purchase as well.
9:31 a.m. Jerry Zumalt recognizes Patrick Adler, Colton Cervantes and Cassie Paluh for their efforts during the unfortunate event with janitor Carolyn last week.
Zumalt updates regarding ownership and construction of the broadband project that has been moving forward between Orofino, Grangeville and New Meadows that is currently in Phase III-discussion.
9:40 a.m. Zumalt requests replacement of computers in Dispatch-four of these are powered on 24/7 and are beginning to have some issues-discussion. Brandt moves to approve 3 Dispatch computers. Lindsley seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Lindsley in favor. Duman is absent.
10:00 a.m. Hunter Edwards regarding H H Ranch Subdivision-presents his response to the review by Geremy Russell conducted on behalf of the County-discussion. Commission reviews changes to the plat. Brandt moves to approve the preliminary plat with the changes proposed. Lindsley seconds. Motion carries with all in favor. Edwards will move forward with preparing a final plat.
10:32 a.m. Brandt regarding bid opening for Lemas, Eisenhower, Frost and Lewis properties.
Pony Creek-Lemas property only-$2000 per acre, total $6140
Finley Tree Service-Lemas-$13,765.15, Eisenhower $9815.00, Frost-$11,535.50, Lewis-$3265.00
Rad Mulching-Lemas-no bid, Eisenhower $10,980.00, Frost-$11,250, Lewis-$4000
Groundwork Excavation-Lemas-no bid, Eisenhower-$10,200, Frost-$10,765, Lewis-$3500
Sandi Paul will review and come back with a recommendation before adjournment.
10:40 a.m. Paul regarding Good Neighbor Authority agreement with the USFS-presents questionnaire for review-discussion regarding steps that need to be taken ahead of the agreement. Joe Slichter advises that there are numerous locations that could benefit from these funds. Discussion regarding utilizing the funds for roads and fire mitigation. Paul questions the 50/50 cost share on properties where there are no structures-Commission advises that the 50/50 cost share should be paused with the additional funding available. Paul questions the re-treatment of areas that border the forest-Commission suggests waiting until Duman is back in two weeks. Brandt questions the timeframe for a Master Agreement-Paul advises that she has been told June-discussion.
11:15 a.m. Gene Meinen regarding repairs needed on Battleridge Road-discussion regarding estimated costs-anticipated to be around $200,000 and will require shutting the road down for about a week. Commission advises to move forward with putting the project together.
Meinen advises regarding the Leading Idaho grant submission for the Gnome Bridge-this has been awarded and is ready for bidding-discussion. Meinen will move forward in finalizing the Invitation to Bid and will send it to Ackerman for next week.
11:26 a.m. Brandt moves to approve the Catering Permit for Joaquin Lowe. Lindsley seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Lindsley in favor. Duman is absent.
Brandt moves to approve the wage increase for Sarah Fisher for the successful completion of probation. Lindsley seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Lindsley in favor. Duman is absent.
Brandt moves to approve the hiring of Averie Proctor as Evidence Tech for the Sheriff’s Office. Lindsley seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Lindsley in favor. Duman is absent.
Brandt moves to approve the minutes of the March 28 meeting. Lindsley seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Lindsley in favor. Duman is absent.
Brandt moves to approve the Additional Meeting Requests for Brandt and Lindsley for BOE Training. Lindsley seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Lindsley in favor. Duman is absent.
11:30 a.m. Brandt moves to go into Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code 74-206(1) a for personnel. Lindsley seconds. Roll call-District 1-yes; District 2-yes; District 3-absent
11:57 a.m. End Executive Session
Sandi Paul regarding review of fire mitigation bids-recommends awards as follows: Lemas-Pony Creek; Eisenhower & Lewis-Finley; Frost-Groundworks. Brandt moves to approve the awards as recommended. Lindsley seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Lindsley in favor. Duman is absent.
Additional Meetings-Brandt-IAC Board Meeting-April 27-28
12:01 p.m. Meeting Adjourned.
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Chairman Attest
