STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho
FEBRUARY SESSION February 16, 2016 SECOND TERM DAY
9:30 a.m. The board convened with Commissioners Jim Chmelik, Skip Brandt and Mark Frei, and Kathy Ackerman, Clerk present.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Chmelik 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.
1-Approval, 0-Denial; 2-Lien; 2-N1; 2-Release Lien; 2-Release N1
9:45 a.m. Bid opening for fuels projects-Horseshoe: D3 Native Woodworks- $779 per acre/$8178.50 total; Pony Creek Outfitters-$800 per acre/$8400 total; Futuristic Forestry Services-$735 per acre/$7717.50 total; 5 Star Forestry-$1375 per acre/$14,437.50 total. Brandt moves to award Horseshoe Project to Futuristic Forestry. Frei seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Blackberry: 5 Star Forestry-$1575 per acre/$20,632.50 total; D3 Native Woodworks $1962 per acre/$25,720.20 total; Futuristic Forestry-$1760 per acre/$23,056.00 total. Brandt moves to award Blackberry project to 5 Start Forestry. Frei seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Rosebud: $1940 per acre/$4656 total; Futuristic Forestry $600 per acre/$1440 total; 5 Star Forestry-$964 per acre/$2313.60 total. Brandt move to award Rosebud project to Futuristic Forestry. Frei seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
10:00 a.m. Mark Frei regarding update on solid waste-discussion regarding potential cost savings that might be available on the Simmons contract side in the event sites are consolidated-Frei questions why consolidation hasn’t taken place, as it was a provision of the latest contract-discussion. Chmelik advises regarding meeting with Elk City residents last week concerning building a building rather than a fenced site-advised that the residents are looking at possible funding sources. Brandt advises that we are exploring options with Adams County for a regional landfill-this would not save any mileage, but would save on tipping fees-discussion. Frei advises that the proposal for mega-sites is on hold pending further vetting by Robert Simmons regarding a possible transfer station on the Prairie. Brandt advises he is still working on trying to get Commissioners from all counties together. Bill Spencer regarding lack of involvement of the Task Force-requests that this be addressed and the Task Force utilized as was originally intended. Chris Wagner regarding the possibility of working with Walco on using their transfer station-feels that this needs to be explored, as he understands that Walco has proposed the option-discussion. Chmelik advises that the goal is to try to keep costs flat-working towards incorporating recycling and brush/construction debris collection is key in this process. Frei advises that another goal is to be able to adequately assess the fee structure-discussion. Unknown participants question where the mega sites might be located and whether or not there are regulations regarding where a mega site can be located. Todd Wiltse questions why the Commission has returned to a location that was thoroughly explored previously-discussion. Janie Fluharty questions whether or not these areas will be fenced-Frei advises they will be. Bill Spencer asks for a drawing to be provided-Frei sketches z-wall/mega site concept on white board for those present-explains his vision for how the mega sites would operate. Unknown participant questions how much acreage is needed-Chmelik advises approximately 2 acres. Wiltse questions why this site is so desirable-Commission advises that we are looking for a site and are open to exploring all options-asks for any suggestions that citizens have regarding possible locations. Dallas Newman questions the timeframe for all of this-Brandt advises that the Adams County proposal could be up and running within a year. Chris Wagner questions whether working with Walco is an option-discussion. Brandt asks participants add their names and email addresses to lists for further communication. Jay Hinterlong questions whether or not there are any zoning requirements-Chmelik advises that zoning would come into play only if the site were within city limits.
10:55 a.m. James Zehner regarding land that is coming up on tax deed-Abbie Hudson advises that the title company will not provide a litigation report on this property due to a discrepancy in plats-discussion. Zehner questions whether or not we should proceed with this-Brandt questions what the value is-Zehner advises it is worth $10,000. Discussion regarding contacting another title company-Hudson will look into options.
11:05 a.m. Kathy Ackerman regarding lighting in back parking lot-advised that there was recently a vandalism-after looking at this, it appears that several lights are burned out-presents quote for lighting repair/replacement from Quality Heating-discussion. Brandt moves to approve the quote for LED lighting of $1465. Frei seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
11:16 a.m. Chmelik moves to approve Order for Cancellation as presented by Abbie Hudson. Brandt seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Chmelik moves to accept the resignation letter of Molly Terhaar. Frei seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Chmelik moves to approve the Certificate of Residency for Miranda Hofflander. Frei seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Chmelik moves to approve the promotion of Justin Scuka to Sergeant at $20.11 per hour. Brandt seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Chmelik moves to approve the corrected Order and Notice of Public Hearing regarding the Petition to Consolidate Union Independent Highway District and Good Roads No. 2 Highway District. Brandt seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Chmelik moves to approve the hiring of Sandra Pierce as Supervisor in District Court at $12.55 per hour for the probationary period. Brandt seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Chmelik meeting in Washington DC for NACo February 20-24.
Brandt CBC March 2 in Grangeville at 10 a.m.
11:25 a.m. Kirk MacGregor regarding lease site in Riggins owned by Kenneth Walters-discussion. Chmelik will contact Walters to see if he is willing to negotiate.
Chmelik moves to approve Alcoholic Beverage License for Flying Resort Ranches. Frei seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Brandt moves to approve the minutes of the February 9 meeting. Frei seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Frei in favor. Chmelik abstains-he was absent.
11:45 a.m. Brandt moves to go into Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) for legal matters. Frei seconds. Roll call-District 1-yes; District 2-yes; District 3-yes.
12:10 p.m. End Executive Session, meeting adjourned.
Chairman______________________________ Attest:______________________
