STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho
MAY SESSION May 2, 2011 FIRST TERM DAY
1:00 P.m. The board convened with Commissioners Skip Brandt, Jim Chmelik and James Rockwell, and Kathy Ackerman, Clerk present.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Brandt moves to go into executive session pursuant to IC 31-874/Indigent. Rockwell seconds. Roll call-all in favor.
0 Approval, 1 Denials, 0 Suspended/Tolled, 4-N1, 1 release-N1, 4 -Liens, 1-Lien Release
1:10 p.m. End Executive Session.
Brandt moves to approve minutes of April 26 meeting as amended. Rockwell seconds. Motion carries.
1:30 p.m. Ralph Rau, Les Dobson & Marty Gardner from Nez Perce/Clearwater National Forest regarding forest planning rule-present packet of resources regarding the rule, how to comment, frequently asked questions and problematic issues that have been identified from public comment. Brandt questions regarding recommended wilderness component-Gardner advises that the rule indicates that all areas must be looked at, although they may not necessarily be included in the rule-discussion. Gardner regarding the importance of commenting on the favorable items included in the plan, not just listing objections. Dobson regarding how projects are monitored-discussion. Rau regarding how the collaborative component of the rule-Chmelik questions whether a court can strike down the rule-affirmative. Rau advises that they must still comply with their rule regardless of the potential for lawsuits, however, carrying out the rule does allow analysis of programs and opportunity for successful implementation.
2:25 p.m. Lenore Hill requests $125.00 for flowers, plants and soil for Courthouse grounds. Brandt moves to approve amount. Rockwell seconds. Motion carries. Hill requests that a set amount be budgeted. Brandt advises this will be considered as we look at the budgets for the coming year.
2:30 p.m. Cook regarding sale of the double-wide trailer at the airport. Brandt questions the value-discussion-Cook will move forward on advertising/sale of mobile home. Cook regarding extra vehicle that was originally used for fuel storage-this is no longer needed. Requests that it be sold-no objections. Cook regarding a new vehicle for plowing snow-no objection to pursuing this. Cook advises that pasture had been rented for $35 per month-will continue to rent this for the time being. Cook also advised that County ground that had been farmed in recent years-will be collecting $500 per year on the lease of this farmable ground. Rockwell requests timeline for airport projects.
3:00 p.m. Jim Gorges presents 2 bids for overhead door for Elk City EMS Building. The lowest bid was for $2586 from Wayne Dalton Doors from Lewiston. Brandt moves to approve expenditure. Rockwell seconds. Motion carries.
Gorges regarding the necessity of bidders for Search & Rescue Building having a public works license. Advised that he contacted Ackerman for clarification and was advised that a public works license is required- that criteria will be placed in the bidding documents.
Gorges regarding the lease of the Elk City EMS Building-MacGregor is working on the contract.
3:05 p.m. Jim Crowley, Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections presents overview of the distribution of JCA and Tobacco Tax Funds, as well as Lottery Funds. These funds are meant to fund juvenile programs-discussion. McDonald regarding system redesign in regards to substance abuse treatment.
3:20 p.m. Brandt gives road report on behalf of Zumalt-Ridgewood Road may have to be closed if it continues to slide. Zumalt met with FEMA, ITD & State offices-waiting for determination on federal request.
Final contract with Valance signed.
3:20 p.m. Deanna Hall regarding hardship. Brandt moves to approve. Chmelik seconds. Motion carries. Rockwell absent.
3:30 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Chairman:_______________________________ Attest:____________________________
