STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho
AUGUST SESSION August 5, 2014 FIRST TERM DAY
9:30 a.m. The board convened with Commissioners James Rockwell, Jim Chmelik and Skip Brandt, and Kathy Ackerman Clerk present.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
9:30 a.m. Larry Simms, liaison officer for the fire team, advises Stage III evacuation was done on Getta Creek involving about 12 homes-Sheriff’s Posse went door to door advising residents of threat. Simms advises that another team is coming to manage this fire-resources have been in short supply due to the Big Cougar fire in Nez Perce County. Stage II evacuation is in place on the river from China Creek to Captain Johns-Will Runnoe BLM advises that they have taken care of this already. Simms commends the Sheriff’s Office for their assistance. Shawn Pearson and Mike Almos, Incident Commanders, with update on Highrange Fire and Big Cougar Fire-provide maps-advises that things are going well in spite of challenges with resources-Highrange Fire has grown to approximately 1200 acres as of this morning-they have two hot shot crews out on loan from McCall. Rockwell questions when the fire is expected to be out-Pearson advises that they expect to get a handle on this once they get the additional resources. Simms advises that Jerry Zumalt has been extremely helpful, as has Sheriff Giddings. Runnoe questions where the new team will be set up-Dan Fabbi, Idaho Dept. of Lands advises that it looks like the team will stage in Cottonwood area.
10:00 a.m. James Zehner and Kim Nuxoll regarding ag solid waste-provide written estimate of solid waste accounts-with the change, 763 new accounts have been added. Zehner questions whether or not the Commission is considering an increase in solid waste fees-Rockwell advises that the new accounts will put us close to where we need to be-advises Zehner to let people know the fee will not increase this year.
Order for Cancellation-$22.00
Approval of Treasurer/Auditor Joint Quarterly Report.
10:15 a.m. Jim Gorges regarding proposal for overtime pay for patrol deputies-the previous system was perceived as a negative thing-they anticipate this will provide a very positive change in mindset. Gorges advises that they are reworking the schedules and coverage so they aren’t paying overtime. Rockwell moves to approve proposal with a review after a year. Chmelik seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Approval of Liquor Catering Permit for Doreen Ash at Elk City Saloon-August 9/10 and August 29/30.
Approval of donation of 60 hours of vacation time from Trudy Slagle to Amanda Davis for maternity leave.
Chmelik moves to approve the minutes of the July 29 meeting as amended. Brandt seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
10:30 a.m. Melisa Bryant and Mike Cook provide update on Warbird Weekend-income was up this year due to sponsorships-expects more sponsors next year. They had 18 planes this year-advertising reached approximately 97,000 people. Cook provides a handout with expenses and income-advises that due to runway construction, the event would need to be moved to the weekend before the 4th of July. Bryant advises that the earlier date seemed to be more favorable to the pilots she spoke to. Rockwell questions whether or not it is feasible to move the event to October-advises that he has had a few comments from folks wishing that the event wasn’t so close to Border Days. Cook questions whether or not the Commission wants them to pursue this again next year with the new date-Commission is in favor-advises they have budgeted for this for next year.
10:45 a.m. Kathy Ackerman regarding tentative budget-provides updated information regarding projected revenue and the L2 computations-discussion. Ackerman advises the public hearing will be advertised for September 2 at 10 a.m. Chmelik moves to approve the tentative budget for publication. Rockwell seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
11:02 a.m. Rockwell moves to go into Indigent proceedings pursuant to Idaho Code 31-874. Brandt seconds. Roll call-District 1-yes, District 2-yes, District 3-yes.
0-Approval, 1-Denial, 1-Liens, 1-N1, 0-Lien Release, 0-N1 Release
11:34 a.m. End Indigent
Chairman_______________________________ Attest:___________________
