STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho
MARCH SESSION MARCH 30, 2021 FIFTH TERM DAY
9:00 a.m. The board convened with Commissioners Denis Duman and Ted Lindsley and Kathy Ackerman, Clerk present. Commissioner Brandt is on the call via phone.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Commissioner Duman offered an opening prayer.
Phillip Volkman presents a copy of the petition that was circulated-states that they have collected 2000 signatures requesting a resolution declaring Idaho County as a 2nd Amendment sanctuary. Jo Hardy reads letter written by John Whyte in support of 2nd Amendment rights. Mary Mangold reads excerpt from the minutes from February 23 regarding previous discussion. Craig Spiegle reads statement from Jessie Schubert in support of resolution. John Aronson reads statement in support of petition and 2nd Amendment rights-requests resolution specifically affirming each of the Constitutional Amendments. Doug Ulmer makes statement regarding Ordinance No. 45 and the Constitutional Amendments.
9:30 a.m. Denis Duman reads proposed Idaho County Resolution 2021-05 upholding Idaho County Ordinance No. 45-discussion. Lindsley questions whether or not this Resolution addresses the concerns of the group-Volkman advises it does not-discussion. Amanda Kalmbach, Gary Lazenby, Ron Crocket, Thomas Lamphere, Donna Lang make statements in favor of a resolution that specifies 2nd Amendment protection. John Silveria advises that he is concerned about adding another document-questions the ability to enforce a new resolution if the Constitutions of the United States and the State of Idaho cannot be enforced. Leann Boldenau asks for the Commission to direct the Sheriff to enforce 2nd Amendment rights-Duman advises that the Commission does not have authority over the Sheriff-we are all elected officials. Duman thanks attendees. No action taken at this time.
9:45 a.m. Duman regarding letter of support for RAC project for Hells Canyon Recreation for a volunteer coordinator-discussion. Commission takes no action on the letter.
9:50 a.m. Duman moves to approve the minutes of the March 23 meeting. Lindsley seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Lindsley moves to approve the Additional Meeting requests for Duman. Brandt seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Matt Jessup advises that he has been asked by the Palkens to provide an analysis of the easement issue in Elk City-he will be doing so as a Special Prosecutor.
11:15 a.m. Duman moves to go into Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code 74-206(1) b for personnel. Lindsley seconds. Roll call-District 1-yes; District 2-yes; District 3-yes
11:25 a.m. End Executive Session
Duman moves to approve a wage increase to $16.00 per hour for Ben Stowell for successful completion of probation. Lindsley seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Duman moves to approve a wage increase to $19.00 per hour for Barbara Grimm. Lindsley seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
11:30 a.m. Duman moves to go into Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code 74-206(1) b for personnel. Lindsley seconds. Roll call-District 1-absent; District 2-yes; District 3-yes
12:05 a.m. End Executive Session
12:10 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Chairman______________________________ Attest:____________________________
