STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho
FEBRUARY SESSION FEBRUARY 18, 2020 SECOND TERM DAY
8:30 a.m. The board convened with Commissioners Skip Brandt and Mark Frei and Kathy Ackerman, Clerk present. Commissioner Duman will be a little late.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Commissioner Frei offered an opening prayer.
Brandt moves to go into Indigent proceedings pursuant to Idaho Code 31-874. Frei seconds. Roll call-District 1-yes; District 2-yes; District 3-absent
1-Approval; 1-Denial; 0-Suspension; 0-Lien; 3-Release of Lien
8:36 a.m. End Indigent
9:00 a.m. Brennan Wright regarding Life Size video conferencing proposal-advises that he has become aware that the District II Bar Association has some additional funding available that could be used to purchase this equipment-discussion regarding ongoing costs for licensing. Wright advises that he is not asking for a firm commitment to the yearly licensing at this time, but needs a general approval so he can let the District II Bar President know. Brandt questions whether or not other attorneys would be able to use the equipment and whether or not it is exclusive to Court proceedings. MacGregor advises that he could have used it for expert witnesses in a couple of cases-feels that this would be beneficial. Brandt advises that he would like to know if this is the standard for video conferencing, whether or not this system would communicate with other systems, and whether or not the Bar would pay for the initial equipment costs-otherwise, the Commission has no objection to moving forward with the proposal.
Additonal Meetings Brandt- February 19-CBC; February 20-Forest Plan Revision; February 21-CBC Forest Plan Cadre Meeting; February 24-Efficiency in Collaboration; February 28-March 4-NACo; March 9-RAC
Brandt moves to approve the Alcoholic Beverage License for Reflections Inn. Frei seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Frei in favor. Duman is absent.
Brandt moves to approve the MOU between Idaho County and Endomines. Frei seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Frei in favor. Duman is absent.
Brandt moves to approve the Orders for Cancellation as per Abbie Hudson. Frei seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Frei in favor. Duman is absent.
Brandt moves to approve the wage increases for Cindy Trombetta, Tammy Frost and Christy Raup. Frei seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Frei in favor. Duman is absent.
Brandt moves to approve the minutes of the February 11 meeting. Frei seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Frei in favor. Duman is absent.
Brandt moves to approve the Additional Meeting Requests for Brandt and Frei. Frei seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Frei in favor. Duman is absent.
10:00 a.m. Jerry Zumalt provides update on Emergency Management. Discussion regarding Coronavirus, a recent FEMA audit of road projects which was exceptional, and general issues with FEMA. Frei questions regarding progress on broadband-Zumalt advises that they are still working on an RFQ-discussion. Frei questions preparedness for cyberattacks that may take down the area power grid-discussion.
10:16 a.m. Sandi Paul provides update on Fire Mitigation. She has been contacted by Kevin Chafee regarding forming a ‘Prescribed Fire Council’-a meeting is coming up in Moscow-discussion. Commission feel it would be beneficial for Paul to attend and bring back additional information. Paul advises that Jessup will be reviewing the most recent contract we’ve been using for fire mitigation projects. Paul advises that she met with Mike Cook and Jerry Zumalt to go over rule changes.
10:30 a.m. Gene Meinen provides update on Road Department. Meinen advises that they have several projects on deck with FEMA-their processes are so cumbersome that they are still waiting to hear if the projects are likely to be approved-discussion. Meinen updates on winter activities-advises that Elk City/Dixie has been hit very hard-elsewhere it’s been fairly mild. Meinen advises that his repairs budget line is current in the red due to unanticipated costs-advises that he is working to keep this in check.
10:45 a.m. Joshua and Melina Palkens regarding speed limit signs in the Elk City area. Joshua Palkens advises that the lower speed limit they have requested would make the speed limits in the area consistent. Denis Duman advises that the Commission has been clear regarding leaving the speed limit at 35 mph-Palkens argues that the road directly across from Rivers Edge is posted at 20 mph-discussion. Brandt advises that this issue is closed until they bring forward a petition with the requested signatures.
11:00 a.m. Brandt regarding proposed Neville Subdivision. Jessup clarifies that the original variance request was for the split, which was subsequently denied due to an objection. Brandt reviews that the easement provided by the Forest Service is only 8 feet wide-discussion. Edwards will follow up with submitting the paperwork for a variance.
11:30 a.m. Discussion on Forest Plan Revision comments will be taken up at 1:30 p.m. in order to allow Marty Gardner to be present. Break for lunch.
1:02 p.m. Brandt opens Public Hearing on Comprehensive Plan/Planning & Zoning Ordinance. Ed Stubbers, representing Greencreek Highway District, advises that he feels the proposed Comprehensive Plan accurately reflects and protects the lifestyle we enjoy. Jerry Gehring, representing Keuterville Highway District, concurs-has no objection to the proposed plan. Bill Spencer, representing Syringa Hospital, advises that his concerns are more about providing emergency services-he will visit with Commissioner Brandt later. Brandt reviews Idaho County Ordinance 67 pertaining to Planning and Zoning-no attendees have any comment on the proposed ordinance.
Duman moves to close the public hearing. Brandt seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
1:15 p.m. Public Hearing Closed
Brandt moves to approve Idaho County Resolution 2020-03, adopting the Comprehensive Plan. Duman seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Brandt moves to approve Idaho County Ordinance No. 67. Frei seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
1:34 p.m. Brandt regarding proposed comments on the Forest Plan Revision-Frei suggests comments for areas of sustainability, the number of acres available for harvest with the current number of roadless areas-discussion. Commission reviews map that demonstrate the proposed layout for forest use. Discussion regarding upcoming meetings and response timeframe.
2:30 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Chairman______________________________ Attest:____________________________
