STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho
JUNE SESSION June 23, 2015 FOURTH TERM DAY
9:00 a.m. The board convened with Commissioners Jim Chmelik, Mark Frei and Skip Brandt, and Kathy Ackerman, Clerk present.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Gene Meinen regarding conversation with Greg Gifford concerning the Manning Crevice Bridge-they have agreed to remove the rock in question. With the Commissioners permission, he will sign the Partner Concurrence. Commission has no objection to signing-commends Meinen for working on this.
9:15 a.m. Kirk MacGregor regarding updating phone system in Prosecutor’s Office-he previously proposed splitting the phone system 60/40, but is now willing to go 50/50. In the event he is not re-elected next year, he would propose a buy out at a depreciated value. Jerry Zumalt sent an updated quote from Valence-it is the same amount as the previous quote provided several months ago. MacGregor requests that the Commission approve the quote. Chmelik questions whether or not PA system could be tied in to the VOIP system we are considering for the Courthouse-Zumalt advises there would be some additional costs-discussion. Brandt moves to approve purchase of phone system as presented with the County paying 100%. Chmelik seconds. Motion carries with all in favor. In the event MacGregor is no longer the Prosecutor, he will purchase back the system at a depreciated rate. Brandt requests that MacGregor follow up with a proposal for an agreement of what the county will provide.
9:30 a.m. Zoanne Anderson, Idaho Department of Lands presents update on activities-advises regarding the Big Creek Land Exchange-in the process of finding an appraiser. Selway Salvage Sale-there were 58 bids, with IFG coming out on top-discussion regarding revenues-just over $2 million going to schools. Dan Fabie regarding active timber sales in the area-Sill Creek sale is wrapping up in Clearwater County; Four Corners sale is an interior sale which is just beginning; North Suttler sale is contracted, but not started; Yakus Creek-not started yet; Center Rail-out on Joseph Plains-about 80% complete; Mixed Rice and Motor Pole sales are set for FY2016; Pasture One Sale-pulp sale also upcoming. Discussion regarding goals and projections for future sales.
9:45 a.m. Brandt moves to approve the minutes of the June 16 meeting. Frei seconds. Motion carries with Brandt and Frei in favor. Chmelik abstains-he was absent.
10:00 a.m. Scott Olds regarding law suit filed against the State of Idaho by ACLU-advises that he feels there is not a possibility that our current contract situation can continue-discussion. Olds advises that he has looked at several other Public Defender systems to include a maximum number of hours worked per case-discussion. Olds presents proposal for contract reconsideration-advises that secretarial/paralegal assistance would be a priority, as well as the ability to utilize investigators. Olds will work on a written proposal to update contract to include additional provisions.
10:30 a.m. Robert Simmons regarding area county fees, as well as tonnage comparisons for various Idaho County locations-presents proposals for Elk City. Bill Spencer questions what has happened to the Task Force-expressed frustration that there was only one meeting with no follow-up-discussion. Simmons presents proposal for Prairie with increased services available-will include roll offs for large items with certain hours manned, as well as recycling. Chmelik questions possible locations-Simmons advises that he doesn’t have any locations in mind at this point-Frei advises that he does have a couple of ideas that would utilize existing rock pits. Simmons advises that wherever the site is, he prefers that it not be too remote for security purposes-requests availability of electricity as well to provide lighting. Simmons will work on getting quotes for the proposed upgrade in Elk City. Discussion regarding possible locations in Cottonwood area. Wes Lester regarding concerns for increased garbage around roads and possible access issues. Myrna DeHaas requests assistance from the police in ticketing people who do not have covered, secured loads going to the transfer station-MacGregor regarding the challenges of prosecuting these types of offenses. Commission asks Simmons to move forward with obtaining sites-Frei requests that an updated proposal include a listing of dumpsters to be removed.
11:30 a.m. Chmelik moves to go into Executive Session pursuant to IC 67-2345(f) legal. Brandt seconds.
Roll call-District 1-yes, District 2-yes, District 3-yes.
11:45 a.m. Brandt moves to go into Indigent proceedings pursuant to Idaho County 31-874. Frei seconds. Roll call-District 1-yes, District 2-yes, District 3-absent.
0-Approval, 3-Denial, 0-Suspension, 1-Liens, 1-N1, 3-Lien Release, 3-N1 Release
11:54 a.m. End Indigent. Break for lunch.
1:00 p.m. BOARD OF EQUALIZATION-Camee Southey via telephone advises regarding her protest-has been working with her realtor and has been advised of additional listings in the area-requests reduction to $55,000. Suzie Eckert regarding process for valuation-advises this parcel was reappraised and the result was a reduction-discussion regarding other area sales. Taken under advisement.
1:20 p.m. Molly Terhaar regarding issues with website host, Blue Host. Molly has been experiencing increasing problems-Blue Host has suggested a couple of solutions-one is $89 per site for a service called Site Lock. Another option is to go to a dedicated IP address-$14.95 per month for both websites. For both the Site Lock and the dedicated IP the total would be $357 annually. Brandt moves to upgrade website as proposed. Chmelik seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Ackerman regarding request to wash the windows-Commission approves window washing expenditure up to $500. Ackerman regarding condition of back parking lot-Commission advises to contact Gene Meinen regarding resurfacing. Ackerman regarding parking lot striping proposal-this will need to wait until resurfacing occurs.
1:30 p.m. Chmelik moves to approve Certificates of Residency on Dallas Frei and Jayde Wilson, Alcoholic Beverage License for Sacajawea Café, and change to hourly compensation plan for deputies and detectives. Brandt seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
1:35 p.m. Commissioner budget work session…
2:10 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Chairman_______________________________ Attest:____________________________
