STATE OF IDAHO
AUGUST SESSION AUGUST 1, 2023 FIRST TERM DAY
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9:00 a.m. The board convened with Commissioners Skip Brandt and Denis Duman and Bette Polack, Deputy Clerk present. Commissioner Lindsley is absent.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Commissioner Duman offered an opening prayer.
Commissioner Duman regarding appointments for the Airport Advisory Board. He has discussed this with Ken Kuther–will send him an application. A replacement for the Grangeville area is also needed. Discussion regarding amending the ordinance for required meetings. Brandt suggest at least quarterly or as needed so there is some flexibility. Jessup will work on a proposal for amending the ordinance. Discussion regarding other potential Board members.
Mike Cook regarding the Western States CAT Equipment Rental agreement for equipment that ITD is using on the taxiway-agreement states the county will rent the equipment and the state will supply the operators. Brandt moves to approve rental agreement with Western States Equipment Co. Duman seconds. Motion carries with all Brandt and Duman in favor. Lindsley is absent. Discussion regarding rental insurance. Brandt moves to decline rental insurance. Duman second. Motion carries with Brandt and Duman in favor. Lindsley is absent.
Joe Slichter continuing the discussion on Noxious Weeds in the County on private property-provides a copy of the notice that was published in the paper. Slichter advises that he expects the Commissioners will be getting phone calls as we move forward with notices to private property owners regarding their obligations. Brandt advises that he thinks education for the public to identify noxious weeds that may be on their property would help. Discussion regarding funding to help with the noxious weed problems. Brandt suggest a letter to residents for information-suggests getting Ackerman and Jessup to help construct the letter.
Fire Mitigation Bid Opening. Projects Creta & McGavin
Creta- 2.5 acres -Rad Mulching- $6750. Finley Tree Service -$9585.
McGavin-20 Acres – Rad Mutlching- $39,000. Finley Tree Service -$47,735.
Bids reported to Sandi Paul for consideration. Brandt moves approve the award to Rad Mulching. Duman seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Duman in favor. Lindsley is absent.
10:00 a.m. Brandt opens Public Hearing on McColloch/White Camas Investments Variance
Matt Jessup swears in Larry Case, Mark and Louis McColloch. Kim Nuxoll explains why it isn’t on the parcel viewer correctly-McColloch is the owner, not White Camas. McColloch advises that he wants to split the 10 acres into 2- 5 acre pieces. McColloch has clear right away per the deed.
Larry Case is opposed to the variance, is concerned about easements and the way the property will be split-advises there are too many subdivisions- is concerned about water, garbage and road use. Jessup explaining the requirements for the Commissioner to approve the variance. Brandt moves to approve this variance. Duman seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Duman in favor. Lindsley is absent.
10:30 a.m. Public Hearing on Ray and Madelyn Anderson Variance. Matt Jessup swears in Teri Tackett, Hunter Edwards, and Michelle Ball.
Teri Tacket presents a letter from Ray Anderson for her to speak on his behalf. Tackett explains that Anderson would like to donate the property to be used to build an animal shelter. Animal Rescue Foundation will be building the shelter with funds from donations and grants. They have received approval from Grangeville Highway District for road access, and City of Grangeville for water hook up.
There are 5 Exhibits submitted by Tackett:
Exhibit 1 Letter from Ray Anderson
Exhibit 2 Approval of request of access from the Grangeville Highway District
Exhibit 3 Approval of water hook up from City of Grangeville
Exhibit 4 Proposed map
Exhibit 5 Ordinance #968
Michelle Ball is opposed-does not believe this is necessary and how this will affect her as she lives across the street.
Brandt explains the different jurisdictions that are a part of this decision because it is located in the area of impact-discussion. Brandt moves to approve the variance. Duman Seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Duman in favor. Lindsley is absent.
Tom Olp regarding extended plowing for the Glenwood Road. County plows to Yakkus Creek-residents are requesting plowing up to the sub-division due to more people moving into the area. The request would add another mile and half where there is a place to turn around. Brandt explains the financial problems with the Road Dept. Budget and how the county receives money from the State for roads. No action taken on adding the additional miles.
County Elected Officials regarding for Budget Discussion. Abbie Hudson-Treasurer, Kim Nuxoll-Assessor, Doug Ulmer- Sheriff and County Commissioners. General discussion will be continued after Ackerman returns.
Brandt moves to approve the contract with Knife River for Battle Ridge project. Duman seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Duman in favor. Lindsley is absent.
Brandt moves to approve hiring of Mildred Jackson as janitor replacing Mark Anderson. Duman second. Motion carries with Brandt and Duman in favor. Lindsley is absent.
Brandt moves to approve hire Baylee Robinson to fill dispatch position. Duman seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Duman in favor. Lindsley is absent.
Brandt moves to approve increase of wage of Tate Pfefferkorn at the Idaho County Road Dept. Duman seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Duman in favor. Lindsley is absent.
Brandt moves to approve addition meetings with IAC Wolf Resolution and NACo Conference. Duman second. Motion carries with Brandt and Duman in favor. Lindsley is absent.
Additional meetings: Duman- August 9- CEDA, August 16th -Idaho County Fair Grand Opening, August 24- Public Health and CEDA Board of Directors, August 30- Airport Advisory.
Brandt- August 10- Behavioral Health August 24- CBC
12:00 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
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Chairman Attest
