FIRST DAY OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE
CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
February 13, 2017
The meeting was called to order at 9:05 a.m. by Chairman Barb Cutler. Also present were Commissioner Marshall Ralph, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, and Clerk Korri Blodgett. Commissioner Kramer was unable to attend as he had a prior commitment.
The Board reviewed the Agenda. Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve the Agenda as posted. Seconded by Commissioner Cutler. Unanimous.
The Board reviewed a letter of resignation from the Man Made park project Board. The Board accepted Kathy Stones letter of resignation, as she has now moved out of the area.
The Board reviewed correspondence from the University Of Idaho Extension Director regarding changes in their departments.
The Board went into Executive Session per Idaho Code 74-206(1)(d)to consider records that are exempt from disclosure. A roll call vote showed all in favor. The Board entered into executive session at 9:30 a.m. The Board came out of Executive Session at 9:40 a.m. after a roll call vote showed all in favor. Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve assistance in Indigent Case 1C-2017-10001. Seconded by Commissioner Cutler. Unanimous.
The Board went into Executive Session per Idaho Code 74-206(1) (f) to communicate with legal counsel regarding pending litigation. A roll call vote showed all in favor. The Board entered into executive session at 9:55 a.m. The Board came out of Executive Session at 10:00 a.m. upon a motion made and a roll call vote showed all in favor.
Road and Bridge Supervisor Mike Gill and Sheriff Dave Sanders met with the Board to discuss the flooding situation. They gave an update on all the roads that are closed and the roads that are under water. They discussed alternative routes and all the necessary measures they are taking to help the situation. They also provided a slide to show how the water is running.
Assessor Lynn McGuire met with the Board to present casualty losses. Commissioner Kramer participated by phone. The first property loss belongs to Gary & Colleen Reagan. The outbuilding was damaged by snow on January 15, 2017. Commissioner Ralph made a motion to cancel the taxes owed again parcel RPOIS14EO62402A for the year of 2017. Seconded by Commissioner Kramer. Unanimous. The Board then reviewed a property loss on a machine shed that collapsed on January 12th due to snow, belonging to Delbert McMurdo. Commissioner Ralph made a motion to cancel the taxes on RP0IN15 E350104A. Seconded by Commissioner Kramer. Commissioner Cutler recused herself, as her name is also on that property. The Board also reviewed a request for a property tax exemption for the fire house for West Magic Fire District. Commissioner Ralph made a motion to cancel taxes on the West Magic Fire District property. Seconded by Commissioner Cutler. Unanimous.
Planning and Zoning Administrator Dwight Butlin met with the Board and discussed the Courthouse furnace. The current furnace is very inefficient and has been needed to be updated for ages. Dwight also discussed the Bike Path grant.
The Board recessed for lunch at 12:10 p.m.
The Board reconvened at 1:00 p.m. and met with Treasurer Gayle Bachtell to discuss the problems with the Ambulance/Wittman billing issues.
The Board reviewed 2 Certificate of Residence applications for college tuition. Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve the Certificates of Residence applications, as they are residents of Camas County. Seconded by Commissioner Cutler. Unanimous.
The Board reviewed the amended commissioner minutes of December 1016. Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve the minutes of December. Seconded by Commissioner Cutler. Unanimous.
The Board reviewed the bills. Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve the bills as presented on the claims list. Seconded by Commissioner Cutler. Unanimous.
The Board met with Southern Idaho Tourism Executive Director Melissa Barry. Melissa updated the Board on how they are marketing the region to draw visitors to stay, play and experience the region, develop travel and tour services and products to create jobs, strengthen and sustain our tourism economy. Southern Idaho Tourism works closely with partners in the region, Chamber of Commerce, EIEDO, private and public entities to accomplish their mission.
The board adjourned at 3:15 p.m.
Expenditure Funds: January Expenditures
| Justice Fund | $4,227.65 | Current Expense | $11,923.60 |
| Indigent | $0 | Road & Bridge | $30,018.85 |
| District Court | $1075.36 | Revaluation | $400.39 |
| Health | $500.00 | Landfill | $360.00 |
| Noxious Weeds | $5902.78 | Junior College Tuition | $6050,00 |
| Elections | $73.10 | Ambulance | $2938.37 |
| 911 Communications | $950.72 | State Fund | $11,668.93 |
| Legion Memorial | $0 | Historical Society | $0 |
| Range Improvement | $0 | Snowmobile | $18,000.00 |
| Court Trust | $0 | Waterways Fund | $0 |
| City of Fairfield | $6,540.81 | School District #121 | $11,634.96 |
| Cemetery District | $147.93 | West Magic Fire Dist. | $163.39 |
| Tort Fund | $0 | Camas County Library | $1,988.78 |
| Camas Mosquito Dist. | $355.84 | Parks & Recreation | $0 |
| January Payroll | $130,243.96 |
Attest:
_______________________ _______________________
Barb Cutler, Chairman Korri Blodgett, Clerk
CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
February 21, 2017
The meeting was called to order at 9:05 a.m. by Chairman Barb Cutler. Also present were Commissioner Travis Kramer, Commissioner Marshall Ralph, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, Clerk Korri Blodgett, and a member from the public.
The Board reviewed the Agenda. Commissioner Kramer made a motion to approve the Agenda as posted. Seconded by Commissioner Ralph. Unanimous.
The Board briefly discussed the flooding situation. Road Supervisor Mike Gill will be in at 11:00 a.m. to give an update.
Commissioner Cutler stated that EMT President Raul Ornelas has updated the annual ambulance licensing and inspection requirements.
Assessor Lynn McGuire met with the Board to discuss a property casualty exemption for Alan Stewart, due to it collapsing from the heavy snow load. Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve the property exemption on parcel RPF0050034006AA. Seconded by Commissioner Kramer. Unanimous.
The Board briefly discussed maintenance on the Courthouse.
The Board discussed a Letter of Support for Mussels in Montana. Fremont County Commissioners are asking each county to write a letter of support for SB168. It would provide support to the vital programs that the Idaho State Department of Agriculture offers and implements for the continuing fight against noxious weeds and invasive species. It was a consensus of the Board to provide a letter which Commissioner Ralph will draft.
Planning & Zoning Administrator Dwight Butlin met with the Board to provide an update on the Tap Grant. He discussed changes on the schedule funding and LHTAC now being the administrator of this grant.
Dwight also updated the Board on letters of non-compliance that he has or will be sending out relating to the Cemetery Plat and building permits.
The Board met with Road and Bridge Supervisor Mike Gill for an update on the water/flooding situation. Mike discussed declaring an emergency disaster which puts us on the list. Sheriff Dave Sanders joined the meeting and presented a slide show of the water situation.
Treasurer Gayle Bachtell met with the Board to review the monthly Financial Statements
Jack Varin met with the Board and discussed the county’s 100-year anniversary. He stated a group coordinated by the Camas Pioneer Picnic Committee developed a goal to commemorate, celebrate and document this history so others will know our community’s exceptional heritage. A sign at the Johnson Hill Turnout will give information about the major historical milestones, groups of peoples and events as well as the major geography of the area, historical and current transportation routes such as the Malad River (Camas Creek), railroad, highways, Goodell Cut Off and major historic and current communities. Bruce Whipple, an artist and past resident of the Prairie is creating a sign that will be 10 foot by 4 foot with different elevations that will require approximately $10,000 dollars to complete the sign project. A non-profit group will be formed to raise the necessary funds through grants, donations and other funding avenues.
There being no further business the Board adjourned at 11:45 a.m.
Attest:
_______________________ _______________________
Barb Cutler, Chairman Korri Blodgett, Clerk
CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
February 27, 2017
The meeting was called to order at 9:05 a.m. by Chairman Barb Cutler. Also present were Commissioner Kramer, Commissioner Ralph, and Clerk Korri Blodgett.
The Board reviewed the Agenda. Commissioner Kramer made a motion to approve the Agenda as posted. Seconded by Commissioner Ralph. Unanimous.
The Board reviewed the current snow removal application process. The Board discussed changes that will need to be made. Commissioner Ralph made a motion to amend the agenda to review an amended snow removal application, as it is a time sensitive document. Seconded by Commissioner Kramer. Unanimous.
Planning and Zoning Administrator Dwight Butlin met with the Board to give an update on the Southern Idaho Regional Planning and Zoning meeting that he was planning to attend on February 23rd but was cancelled due to weather. Dwight also was to provide an update on the Tap Grant but had not received the information needed from LHTAC.
The Board reviewed Bill Robertson’s amended application for snow removal. Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve the application. Seconded by Commissioner Kramer. Unanimous.
Commissioner Ralph made a motion to amend the Agenda to review and sign the Emergency Declaration, due to time sensitive matters. This item was inadvertently omitted from the Agenda. Seconded by Commissioner Kramer. Unanimous. The Board reviewed an Emergency Declaration for Camas County, whereas there is a threat to property and public safety, as the result of flooding from snowmelt and additional precipitation. Commissioner Kramer made a motion to approve and sign the Emergency Declaration. Seconded by Commissioner Ralph. Unanimous.
Commissioner Cutler excused herself at 11:00 a.m. as she had a prior commitment.
Matt McLam met with the Board to share information relating to Bond Elections. Jack Varin was unable to participate due to the weather.
There being no further business, the Board adjourned at 12:05 p.m.
Attest:
___________________ ______________________
Barb Cutler, Chairman Korri Blodgett, Clerk