STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho
JUNE SESSION June 5, 2012 FIRST TERM DAY
11:00 a.m. The board convened with Commissioners Skip Brandt, James Rockwell and Jim Chmelik and Kathy Ackerman, Clerk present.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
11:03 a.m. Brandt moves to go into Executive Session pursuant to IC 67-2345(f) legal. Chmelik seconds. Roll call-all in favor.
11:34 a.m. Brandt moves to go into Indigent proceedings pursuant to IC 31-874. Chmelik seconds. Roll call-all in favor.
0 Approval, 0 Denial, 0 Suspended/Tolled, 0-N1, 5 release-N1, 0-Liens, 3-Lien Release,
7 Assignments
12:00 p.m. Break for lunch
1:00 p.m. The Board reconvenes.
Randy Doman regarding fire mitigation update-he has spoken to Tara King, with Northwest Management-she gave him a referral of 38 properties for assessment that she had previously contacted. Doman is working on developing a plan to meet with as many of these folks as possible-has Jim Davis also working on it. Once they have something more definite put together, he will provide another report to the Commission.
Brandt moves to approve the minutes of the May 29 meeting. Chmelik seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
1:15 p.m. Brandt regarding the relocation of the USFS Supervisor’s Office. Mayor Bruce Walker speaks in support of trying to maintain the Supervisor’s Office in Grangeville due to the dramatic economic impact to this area-advises that the decision to move was made without any opportunity for public comment. Walker requests that the Commission be proactive in supporting the City’s efforts to seek an alternative that would keep the SO in Grangeville. Chmelik advises that his stance is that he doesn’t necessarily support keeping the Forest Service here if they refuse to open the forests for private industry jobs. Rockwell supports the City-advises that he feels that the City should commission an independent economic study to get real numbers on the impact to Grangeville. Discussion. Brandt advises that he feels that as far as the County perspective goes, there would be no negative impact overall with the school and businesses in the valley possibly benefitting. All Commission members reiterate their belief that an economic analysis would be the best way to direct a response from the USFS. Rockwell moves to support the City’s efforts to stop the move of the USFS Supervisor’s Office to Kamiah. Motion dies for lack of a second.
1:45 p.m. Sharon Cox and James Zehner regarding the Gill ranch in the Winona area sold to the Nez Perce Tribe-previously taxed for 1700 acres. Brandt regarding the ‘fee simple’ status of the land-discussion. Cox requested the payment of the solid waste fees. Commission feels that the taxes should remain-no action for exemption taken.
1:55 p.m. Trudy Slagle and Kathy Ackerman regarding Courthouse emergency protocol-discussion.
2:00 p.m. Melisa Bryant, Ida-Lew, presents update regarding activities-advises that promotion of Warbird Weekend is really picking up speed. The Chamber of Commerce has been a great supporter-she is also getting local sponsors-Ward Hooper is designing a print showcasing the event. Bryant is also working on Gem Bar Chain expansion-may need some grant sponsorship as they are located outside the city limits. Inter-West Wood Designs is also looking at a housing project that might meet increasing housing needs with potential workforce growth. Melisa is also working with Premier—has had a lot of positive feedback on our willingness to be proactive in getting the community on board with developing strategies that would make the area attractive to new business.
2:30 p.m. Gene Meinen and Mike Cook regarding chip seal maintenance bids on two RAC projects. Three bids were received—Herco, Poe Asphalt & Knife River. Knife River was able to provide the most materials for the project funds. Meinen recommends awarding the bid to Knife River. Brandt moves to award bid to Knife River. Chmelik seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Meinen regarding Salmon River Road project that was completed by Federal Highways-the project had resulted in a highway that will not be easier to maintain, as was the specific purpose for the project. Meinen advised that he has advised the project managers that the finished product does not meet the scope and purpose of the project and therefore cannot be accepted by the County-Meinen asked for a written request for acceptance to be sent to the County-further comment from the Commission will be considered once this written notice is received. Discussion.
Meinen advises that the Big Cedar project started yesterday with some basic clearing. The detour route is 1.4 miles-Cook & Sons is very accommodating to the public and make every effort to get folks through efficiently.
Discussion regarding the maintenance of Airport Road.
Cook regarding possible solutions to relocating the Weed Department and other improvements to the airport site-discussion.
3:00 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Chairman:_______________________________ Attest:____________________________
