STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho
DECEMBER SESSION December 16, 2014 THIRD TERM DAY
9:15 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.
James Zehner regarding ag solid waste fees-he has spoken to Kirk MacGregor regarding the development of the affidavit to be used in situations where ownership is the same-Commission contacts MacGregor via telephone to discuss what should be in the affidavit. MacGregor will send an affidavit for review.
Zehner regarding Ken Goeckner ag solid waste-multiple ag solid waste fees, one in trust under his father, one in trust under himself and one under his parents-discussion.
Gail Chapman regarding solid waste fee-he has a construction business, but dumpsters are marked that no construction debris is allowed-questions what he is getting for his solid waste fee. Brandt explains that Mr. Chapman can use the dumpsters as long as pieces are less than 3 feet and the use isn’t excessive-advises that it is impossible to police solid waste users-invites ideas for a better solution. Mr. Chapman asks that the sign on the dumpsters be clarified to indicate that some construction debris is allowed.
Suzie Eckert regarding property owned by Kelly and Christina Nelson-should be classified as ag property. This request is on the cancelation sheet. Rockwell moves to exempt additional solid waste fee on Goeckner. Chmelik seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
9:45 a.m. Jim Church regarding Farm Forest Day-advises that this is an opportunity to highlight the two biggest industries in our area to school kids-requests $2000 to be used for rent of the facilities, meals for presenters and field trip mileage for schools. Rockwell moves to approve $2000 from old Title III funds for this event. Brandt seconds. Motion carries with all in favor. Church shows short video produced by Idaho Farm Bureau about this two day event held at the Greencreek Community Hall.
Order for Cancellation-$1395.02 Order for Cancellation-$993.60 Order for Cancellation-$794.88 Order for Cancellation-$993.60
Order for Cancellation-$794.88
Order for Cancellation-$913.60
Order for Cancellation-$794.88
10:00 a.m. Gene Meinen regarding request for proposals for engineering services-they received six proposals-all were about equal, so they looked at firms who could provide the most services within our area-TD & H out of Lewiston is the closest with the most services. Meinen suggests that we obtain a fee schedule from TD & H before a formal award. Brandt moves to authorize Meinen to pursue obtaining a fee schedule as described. Chmelik seconds. Motion carries with all in favor. Ackerman will assist in sending a letter requesting a fee and charge schedule.
Meinen regarding road issue near the Doves of the Valley II subdivision-a portion of the James Road has been maintained-the portion directly leading into the subdivision has not been maintained and upon further research, Meinen has found that there may be some issues with easements through Mr. Blees’ property. Rockwell advises that he as contacted by a homeowner who lives in the subdivision and they are requesting that the County pick this up-discussion. Brandt suggests Meinen contact Mr. Blees to see if he has any interest in bringing the road up to specifications before we consider taking on maintenance up to the subdivision boundary.
10:15 a.m. Nancy Walker regarding update of carpet in District Court Office-advises that the Courthouse Facilities Group met and discussed what was needed-she obtained bids for carpet and Hoene’s came in as the lowest. Discussion regarding role of the Courthouse Facilities Group. Rockwell moves to approve carpet bid from Hoene’s for carpet in District Court and hold off on painting. Chmelik seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
10:30 a.m. Rockwell regarding Public Hearing on Petition to Vacate Brooks Street in Harpster filed by Jim Moody. Mr. Moody is represented by Joe Wright. Ackerman swears in Jim Moody and Alan Scott. Wright advises the nature of the petition-advises that Scott Properties and Bridgeport Properties are in agreement with the vacation-North 30 feet would to go Scott Properties and South 30 feet to Long Haul. Regarding the second portion-any portion of Main Street and West to Hwy 13 would be vacated in order to clean up title issues-split would be the same. Rockwell questions how this vacation would benefit the County-Wright explains that these pieces are basically a no-man’s land-this would put additional property on the tax rolls and provide use for the owners. Alan Scott provides historical information regarding the original platted street-was part of the plat of Bridgeport, which is now Harpster. MacGregor questions whether or not this affects anyone’s access to property-Jim Moody advises that it does not-shows map that shows access via Wall Creek. MacGregor questions whether or not this was properly posted and published-Ackerman advises that it was. Wright asks Jim Moody to attest that the statements in the Petition are true and correct. Rockwell moves to approve petition. Chmelik seconds. Motion carries with all in favor. MacGregor will put together the paperwork and send to Wright for review.
10:51 a.m. Trudy Slagle for Jim Gorges, requests funding from Building and Grounds to put shelves in dispatch-estimate for shelving is $902 from Early Bird-shelving will be installed by Brian Hewson and Jerry Johnson. Brandt moves to approve expenditure. Chmelik seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
10:58 a.m. Mike Deakins from Valence presents proposal for system upgrade/expansion to use Zetron as the core, which current is the system in place for E911 system. Rockwell questions if this is a replacement of the entire system, as was proposed by Fisher Systems. Zumalt explains that the Fisher System would not replace what we have already in place with Valence. Deakins presents proposal. Brandt questions the logistics of moving the old system, which is housed in the basement, to join it with the current E911 system-Deakins explains that the new system would all be run over CAT 5 lines, which are throughout the Courthouse-advises that there would need to be some research on the technology we have in place. Brandt questions whether or not there are any numbers available if we include the Prosecutor’s Office-Deakins advises that he is planning to stop by today-discussion regarding various options for consolidating systems. Chmelik questions if quote is for equipment only-Deakins advises that it is-labor costs would be covered under the existing service contract with the Sheriff’s Office. Deakins will provide updated numbers after checking out the situation with the Prosecutor’s Office.
11:25 a.m. Kim Nuxoll regarding Randy Nelson-request for exemption on property near Snowhaven which was split and is bare land. Commission has no objection to the exemption.
11:30 a.m. Kirk MacGregor regarding Intermountain Hospital Agreement-he talked with Chuck Christiansen, the director-no set fee up front and no obligation to use-if contract is signed, there is a discounted rate if we do end up using them. Discussion. MacGregor recommends that contract is signed. Rockwell moves to sign contract as presented. Chmelik seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
11:35 a.m. Kirk MacGregor regarding ACA reporting-he was directed to an additional website by Nez Perce County-discussion regarding penalties and consequences. Chmelik will contact Tony Poinelli to see if he will send out an email to other Commissioners advising that we are considering opposing this and seeing if others are interested-will also check on penalties.
11:55 a.m. Rockwell moves to go into Indigent proceedings pursuant to Idaho Code 31-874. Chmelik seconds. Roll call-District 1-yes, District 2-yes, District 3-yes.
1-Approval, 1-Denial, 2-Liens, 2-N1, 1-Lien Release, 1-N1 Release
12:03 p.m. End Indigent
12:03 p.m. Meeting Adjourned
Chairman_______________________________ Attest:______________________
