STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho
JUNE SESSION June 3, 2014 FIRST TERM DAY
10:00 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.
Brian Harris, Payette National Forest introduces team who will be presenting update today. Bob Lippincott, Fire Staff Manager, and Roger Staats, Deputy Manager for Nez Perce-Clearwater NF provide update on Fire Management Program for the upcoming season to include staffing, wildfire suppression and fuels reduction. Lisa Klinger, McCall District Ranger and Keith Lannom, Payette National Forest Supervisor, provide fire management update for the Payette. Lisa Klinger provides photos of Warren dumpsite-requests that Lakeshore make an extra effort to pick up small debris and also adequately dispose of liquids-commends Commission on responsiveness to her yearly report and requests concerning the dumpster area. Klinger regarding mining activities. Anthony Botello regarding Krassell District activities-provides update on coordination with Idaho Fish & Game on wildlife management, project development on several mining projects, travel plan impact on Pueblo Summit Road and fire management.
10:38 a.m. Jim Chmelik regarding Salmon River ATV track-advises that he contacted several people who had requested this initially and is disappointed that no one appears to be present today to discuss the issue. Chmelik asks those present if they see any way the groups could work together to make this happen-discussion. Greg Johnson advises this is an issue for the Fenn Highway District who maintains. Hilda Johnson advises that it is impossible to police these groups-advises that her property value will diminish if the track goes in. James White suggests the group of riders who requested this should put up a sizeable bond to cover damage. Chmelik moves to withdraw the application with the BLM. Brandt seconds. Motion carries with all in favor. Chmelik thanks Jeff Cartwright with the BLM for all of the time and effort they spent on this. Cartwright requests a letter from Commission requesting withdrawal of the application.
11:00 a.m. Jerry Zumalt regarding redistribution to grant holders of excess funds-will result in an increase of approximately $700 to be used for emergency and safety equipment, but requires a modification of the agreement. Rockwell moves to accept modification as presented. Brandt seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
11:05 a.m. Rockwell moves to approve the minutes of the May 27 meeting as amended. Brandt seconds. Motion carries with Rockwell and Brandt in favor. Chmelik abstains-he was absent.
11:15 a.m. Deanna Hall and Ron Funke regarding cancellation requests-discussion.
11:30 a.m. James Zehner regarding reappraisal of the Kooskia/Kamiah area-most of these properties are showing a significant increase after several years of down trending-these properties are now at the same level as 2009-this may result in a few more BOE requests than usual. Grangeville commercial properties were also reappraised-no real changes. Zehner advises that they are getting a few phone calls regarding the new ag solid waste-questions whether the Commissioners want to discuss these during BOE or as they come up-discussion. Commission will handle these as they come up. Zehner regarding dates for Board of Equalization-we will schedule early requests on June 17 and continue at 2 pm on June 23 and as needed on June 24. Decisions will be on July 1.
Order of Cancellation signed-$1110.71.
11:40 a.m. Rockwell moves to enter Indigent proceedings pursuant to Idaho Code 31-874. Brandt seconds. District 1-yes, District 2 yes, District 3-yes
0-Approval, 1 Denial, 1-Liens, 1-N1, 2 Lien Release, 2-N1 Release
11:42 a.m. End indigent-Meeting adjourned.
Chairman_______________________________ Attest:_________________________
