STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho
MAY SESSION MAY 2, 2023 FIRST TERM DAY
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9:00 a.m. The board convened with Commissioners Skip Brandt, Ted Lindsley and Denis Duman and Kathy Ackerman, Clerk present.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Commissioner Duman offered an opening prayer.
Duman reviews proposed schematic for the SO Complex-advises that the contractor has been working on putting together an estimated cost, but it is difficult without mechanical, electrical and plumbing-advises that the rough preliminary estimate is $60 per square foot higher than current costs for the Asotin County Jail. Duman proposes some solutions for cutting costs to include building an area for jail cells that would not be immediately utilized-discussion. Brandt questions time-frame-Duman advises that the hope is to get the steel building frame ordered and up before the snow flies next winter-advises that he anticipates 45 days for finalizing plans so a more accurate cost estimate can be made-discussion. Brandt moves to go forward with the concept as presented. Lindsley seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
9:30 a.m. Kim Nuxoll and Megan Turner regarding current solid waste fee structure and questions they have treating like parcels equally-presents spreadsheet with all of the exempt properties listed-discussion. Duman advises this comes down to two questions-does the entity generate waste and are they paying someone to remove it-discussion. Continued to May 30 for further discussion.
10:02 a.m. Abbie Hudson presents estimate for replacement of basement door-can be activated in the future for a card swipe feature-discussion. Continued to next week.
Hudson introduces two employees from Pure Cleaning-discussion regarding proposal for rate for cleaning the Courthouse. Commission will pass at this time and keep looking.
10:30 a.m. Ryan Hulbert, psychologist from Parma, introduces himself and services he is marketing in our area to NICI that includes a book and online resources-advises that 4 neighboring counties have picked up the program. Hulbert provides presentation regarding resources and how they work within communities. The cost of the program is by donation-suggested at $1 per person in the County-discussion. Nadine McDonald reads review from a German speaker in the Riggins area. Commission will keep this resource in mind for consideration in the near future.
10:51 a.m. Mike Cook regarding supplemental comment letter on the Twenty Mile Project-additional points came from Cook meeting with recreational users. Brandt moves to approve the signing of the supplemental comment letter. Duman seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Cook updates regarding the parking lot-the City filled the holes this week-a bill will be coming.
Cook updates regarding Pittsburg Phase II-this is moving forward. Will continue discussion on May 16.
11:00 a.m. Jerry Zumalt regarding Denver Road Shebang Creek Bridge Replacement-a permit to develop in a floodplain was requested by JUB who is working with Fenn Highway District. Commission advises to let JUB know that we no longer have a permitting system for development in a floodplain. Ackerman will reach out to JUB.
11:17 a.m. Brandt regarding National Center for Public Lands Counties-this is a concept developed by NACo to support and further research on public lands issues facing counties across the US. Brandt names a number of issues such as a permanent fix for SRS and PILT, responding to Waters of the US legislation, etc. Discussion regarding use of a portion of the LATCF funds, 1% of total funds received, that would get this National Center up and running and sustainable. Brandt moves to support the 1% donation. Duman seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
11:30 a.m. Miscellaneous approvals:
Brandt moves to approve Idaho County Resolution 2023-09 transferring rights and interests in the Hillcrest Cemetery to the Grangeville Cemetery District. Duman seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Brandt moves to approve the Property Transfer Agreement between Idaho County and Grangeville Cemetery District. Duman seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Brandt moves to approve the Quit Claim Deed to Grangeville Cemetery District. Duman seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Brandt moves to approve minutes of April 25. Lindsley seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Brandt moves to approve Order of Cancelation as per Abbie Hudson. Lindsley seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Brandt moves to approve the Jt. Quarterly Report. Duman seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Brandt moves to approve Order Granting the Waiver from Subdivision Ordinance for Montebello LLC. Lindsley seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Brandt moves to approve Order Granting the Waiver from Sudivision Ordinance for Garner. Duman seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Brandt moves to approve re-appoint Larry and Darlene Clark to the Board of Community Guardians. Duman seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Brandt moves to approve the agreement with JUB for the paving of a portion of Battle Ridge Road. Duman seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Brandt moves to approve the Additional Meeting Request for Brandt and Duman for the IAC Board Meeting. Lindsley seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Brandt moves to approve the Additional Meeting Request for Lindsley for CEDA. Duman seconds. Motion carries with all in favor.
Additional Meetings: Duman-May 4-Airbridge; May 10-CEDA; May 17-Baer Field Trip to Orogrande; May 18-CMC; May 23-IAC County Officials Institute; May 25-Public Health/CEDA; June 6-Commissioners and Clerks; Lindsley-May 12-Ida-Lew; Brandt-May 23-IAC County Officials Institute; May 31/June 1-BLM RAC
Lindsley questions Jessup regarding attendance at the Airport Advisory Board-discussion regarding Open Meeting Law-Jessup proposes that the Advisory Board come in for regular updates so all Commissioners can ask questions and participate in discussion.
11:47 a.m. Meeting adjourned.
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Chairman Attest
