Year: 2017

August 28th Minutes

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Camas County Commissioners Meeting

August 28, 2017

 

The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Travis Kramer.  Also present were Commissioner Marshall Ralph, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, Clerk Korri Blodgett, and an individual from the public.

The Board reviewed the Agenda.  Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve the Agenda as posted.  Second by Commissioner Kramer.  Unanimous.

Commissioner Kramer informed the Board that he had spoken to Lee Barron and the Central Committee would be submitting the names of Bill Davis, Delbert J.R. McMurdo, and Jeff Kreyssig, to the Governor for appointment to District 1 Commissioner seat.

Commissioner Kramer opened the public hearing for considering and fixing a final budget for the 2017-2018 fiscal year.  Treasure Gayle Bachtell expressed her concern with the notice that is placed in the paper.  She feels that it is misleading in the salaries and wages line item as it includes insurance and buydown estimates.  The Clerk will look at changing the wording to include insurance costs and then try to figure out a way to insert the Buydown deductibles in a lump sum elsewhere for next year’s budget.  There being no other comments from the public, the hearing closed at 9:35 a.m.    The Board will meet on September 5th to adopt the final budget.

The Board reviewed the Mini-Cassia Juvenile Detention Center Agreement.  Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve and sign the contract for fiscal year 2018.  Seconded by Commissioner Kramer.  Unanimous.

Treasurer Gayle Bachtell met with the Board and reviewed the monthly financial reports.

Tami Potter from the Cemetery District Board met with the Board to discuss the cemetery roads that need to be built.  The Board let her know that the Road and Bridge Department is willing to provide in-kind service by providing gravel for the cemetery roads but would not be able to build the roads.

The Board reviewed a Certificate of Residency Application.  Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve the application as she is a full time resident and does qualify for tuition.  Seconded by Commissioner Kramer.  Unanimous.

The Board discussed the options for a flag pole in front of the Courthouse.    The clerk’s office will order a new pole and have the city install it near the railing.

The Board reviewed the meeting minutes of July 24, August 14, and August 21, 2017.  Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve the minutes as amended.  Seconded by Commissioner Kramer.  Unanimous.

Terry Platts met with the Board to request support on correcting a Forest Service Travel Plan mapping error regarding Bear Creek road.  Currently the map shows Bear Creek road ending at exactly the separation of the USGS Ross Peak Quadrangle and the Newman Peak Quadrangle.

Planning and Zoning Administrator Dwight Butlin was unable to meet with the Board as he had a previous appointment.

There being no further business the Board adjourned at noon.

Attest:

_______________________                           __________________________

Travis Kramer, Chairman                                     Korri Blodgett, Clerk

 

 

July 24th Minutes

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Camas County Commissioners Meeting

July 24, 2017

 

The meeting was called to order at 9:03 a.m. by Chairman Barb Cutler.  Also present were Commissioner Kramer, Commissioner Ralph, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, Clerk Korri Blodgett, and an individual 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 reviewed the FY 2018 Amended Indigent Defense Grant Application.

Commissioner Cutler made a motion to go into Executive Session per Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) to communicate with legal counsel regarding litigation.  A roll call vote showed all in favor.  The Board entered executive session at 9:20 a.m.  The Board came out of Executive Session at 10:03 a.m.

Trial Count Administrator Shelli Tubbs met with the Board to review the 2018 District Court Budget requests.  Administrative District Judge Richard Bevan was unable to attend due to an extremely heavy workload.

Planning and Zoning Administrator Dwight Butlin met with the Board and reviewed the Local Professional Services Agreement and Authorization for the Soldier Road TAP grant.  Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve and authorize signature on the Agreement.  Seconded by Commissioner Kramer.  Unanimous.

Camas Conservation District Representatives Brenda Moyer, Bonnie Gough, and Bill Davis met with the Board to present their request for Fiscal Year 2018 funding support.  They provided a packet for review of all the projects that they are involved in.  They are requesting support in the amount of $ 5300 for the upcoming year.

The Board reviewed the Road and Bridge Departments 2018 Fiscal Year budget requests.

Sheriff Dave Sanders met with the Board and reviewed his department’s 2018 budget requests and the E-911 budget.  Dave informed the Board of his options to lease vehicles for the upcoming fiscal year and how the agreement will be saving his department in maintenance and repair costs.  Dave also discussed the E-911 Communications fund.

City Clerk Mickey Dalin met with the Board to discuss two Special Tax Assessment amounts for water and sewer delinquencies as of July 31, 2017.   Mickey is requesting the delinquencies be put on the 2017 Tax Roll. Treasure Gayle Bachtell would place it on the 2017 tax roll and collect in the same manner and subject to the same penalties as other city taxes. Commissioner Kramer made a motion to approve the request to place Parcel #RPF0050027012AA and RPF05500020080A on the tax roll.  Seconded by Commissioner Ralph.  Unanimous.

The Board recessed for lunch at 12:28 p.m.

The Board reconvened at 1:30 p.m. and reviewed the meeting minutes of July 10, 2017.   Commissioner Kramer made a motion to approve the minutes as amended.  Seconded by Commissioner Ralph.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed the Memorandum of Understanding with France, Basterrechea, Wagner & Bunn, Certified Public Accountants.  The MOU confirms our understanding of the services to be provided for Camas County for the year ending September 30, 2017. Commissioner Kramer made a motion to approve and sign the MOU.  Seconded by Commissioner Ralph.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed the additional bills that were paid in July. Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve the bills.  Seconded by Commissioner Kramer.  Unanimous.

Treasurer Gayle Bachtell met with the Board and reviewed the monthly Financial Reports.

The Board reviewed and discussed budget requests and work papers.

The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.

Attest:

_______________________                                                              ______________________

Barb Cutler, Chairman                                                                        Korri Blodgett, Clerk

 

 

 

August 21st Minutes

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Camas County Commissioners Meeting

August 21, 2017

 

The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Travis Kramer.  Also present were Commissioner Marshall Ralph and Clerk Korri Blodgett.

The Board reviewed the Agenda.  Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve the Agenda as posted.  Seconded by Commissioner Kramer. Unanimous.

The Board reviewed a Certificate of Residency application.  Commissioner Kramer reviewed the College registration dates and when class begins, which is August 21, 2017.  The individual applying has been out of the county as of August 16th, 2016, therefore she will need to apply in Elmore County.

Commissioner Kramer made a motion to go into Executive Session per Idaho Code 74-206(1) (a) & (b) to consider personnel matters.  A roll call vote showed all in favor.  The Board entered into Executive Session at 9:15 a.m. and contacted legal counsel Matt Pember by phone.  Upon a motion made and seconded the Board came out of Executive session at 9:25 a.m.  Legal Counsel Matt Pember advised the Board that after looking into the matter, he has found that an Elected Official may receive nominal volunteer fees for services.

Road and Bridge Supervisor Mike Gill met with the Board to discuss the roads that are needed to be built at the Cemetery in order to facilitate burial in the Caverns Addition & the Bundy Corner.  Mike stated that he would be willing to help provide gravel but his department was unable to build the roads with Highway User funds.  The Board discussed the matter and stated that the Board does not have the Authority to authorize the road department to build the roads, as it is a separate Taxing entity and Highway User fees are not to be used for this as defined in Article VII Finance and Revenue.

The Board discussed a community flood reduction willow cutting project along Soldier Creek.  Individual from the Corp, Idaho Dept. of Water Resources, City of Fairfield, Forsgren, and other concerned individuals felt that it would be beneficial to remove willows along the creek to help the flow. Commissioner Ralph was proposing working with the city and community in going in and cutting willows, and then have a Falls Brand wiener roast.   Commissioner Ralph will keep the board up to date on how the project will proceed.

The board reviewed a Certificate of Residency application from a member of the community.  Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve the application for college tuition.  Seconded by Commissioner Kramer.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed additional bills that were paid on August 14th.

Commissioner Ralph discussed with the Board of an issue relating to the Forest service road access map regarding the Bear Creek road.  Terry Platts informed him that the US Forest Service travel plan map is showing an error.   Mr. Platts would like to see it corrected and is asking for support from the Board to address the Forest Service.  Mr. Platts will meet with the Board on August 28th to further discuss.

The Board adjourned at 11:13 a.m.

Attest:

___________________                                              _______________________

Travis Kramer, Chairman                                            Korri Blodgett, Clerk

 

 

P&Z Findings

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Findings of Camas County

Planning and Zoning Commission

 

June 4, 2014

 

 

 

RE: Camas County Zoning Ordinance

Hearing date:  June 3, 2014

 

FINDING OF FACTS

 

 

  1. Notice of Public Hearing:
    1. Published Notice: Camas Courier, 5/14/2014, 5/21/2014, 5/28/2014
    2. Letters to Agencies: 5/8/2014
  2. The administrator presented the proposed Zoning Ordinance to the P & Z commission.
  3. The ordinance has been revised to reflect changes and updates in Camas County.
  4. The proposed Zoning Ordinance was prepared by the planning and zoning department and reviewed section by section by the planning and zoning commission in conjunction with public meetings and workshops.
  5. The record of the changes is contained in the P & Z recordings as well as the draft ordinance.
  6. No responses were received from public agencies or the general public.
  7. Notices were posted per Idaho code Title 67-6509 & 67-6511.
  8. The Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing on June 3, 2014.
  9. Notice was published in the Camas Courier as required by State Statue 67-6509.
  10. All requirements for providing notice of the public hearing as set forth in Title 67, Chapter 65 and ordinances of the County of Camas have been met.
  11. All requirements for the conduct of public hearings as set forth in Title 67, Chapter 65 and ordinances of the County of Camas have been met.

 

 

 

It is the recommendation of the Camas County Planning and Zoning Commission that the Zoning Ordinance be approved and be presented to the Board of County Commissioners on June 9 or 16, 2014.

 

 

 

Marshall Ralph: ___________________________Date: __________________

Chairman, Camas County Planning and Zoning

P&Z Minutes

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Planning & Zoning meeting

July 5, 2017

 

P & Z Members Present: Jon Botz, Jeff Kreyssig, Jerry Nelson & Jon Eaton

 

Absent: Dale Smith

Staff: Dwight Butlin

Guests: See sign in register

 

 

Item I Call to Order

The Planning and Zoning meeting was called to order and opened at 7:00 PM.

 

Item II Approval of Agenda

 

Jon Eaton made a motion to approve the agenda.  It was seconded by Jon Botz.  The motion was carried and the agenda was approved as presented.

 

Item III Reading and approval of June 6, 2017 minutes.

 

The minutes were reviewed and Jon Botz made a motion to approve the minutes as amended. Jeff Kreyssig 2nd the motion and the minutes were approved as amended.

 

Item IV Review Receive and redeliberate Item # 3 (see attached) of the recommendation to the Board of Commissioners on the Zoning Ordinance.

Jerry explained the history behind the zoning ordinance and what had occurred over the past 3 years. He explained why the public was not allowed to testify.

 

Dwight read the letter that was received from the Board of Commissioners and the staff report.

Jerry discussed the Comp Plan and the fact that Jerry and Jon Botz were both on the P & Z Commission when the Plan was reviewed.  He discussed that in the Economic and Transportation sections of the Plan.  Jon commented that he did not know that they needed to state the fact that they considered the Comp Plan.

 

Jeff Kreyssig had a question, when you guys considered the Comprehensive Plan you considered it as written right here in this book. But in July of 2014 the state of Idaho passed legislation that requires the Planning and Zoning Commissions to specifically address under section (q) Public Airport facilities within their jurisdiction which is what we are working on and trying to get done.  He stated that in numerous places in the Idaho Airport Land Use Guidelines states that the Comp Plan must be done first and the ordinance follows. Jeff feels that the adoption of the clarification to the Board is putting the cart before the horse and wanted to know if Jon felt the same. Jon felt that it was pretty solid the way it was. Dwight explained that the Comp Plan was passed before the Zoning Ordinance was adopted.  Jeff went on to address private airports.

Jerry explained that the commission was clarifying the language as the Board had requested. Dwight again explained that the Comp Plan was passed before the Zoning Ordinance. The public tried to testify and were gaveled by the chairman.

 

Jon Eaton made a motion that item #3 is sent back as written. Jon Botz 2nd the motion. The motion was voted on with 1 nay and 3 yeas.  The motion carried.

 

Item V Discuss appointment of advisory committee for Section XVII of the Comp Plan

A discussing was held on the appointment of an advisory committee for Jeff was asked to talk about the committee.  He explained that there was a lot of material to go over before we can add this to the Comp Plan. Jeff expounded on how he felt and how much work would be involved and everyone needs to do their home work.  Jeff said he would like to see a bipartisan committee.  Jerry stated that there would be one member from each commissioner district and one member from each side of Soldier road and one member from the P & Z Commission.

 

 

 

Adjournment   Commissioner Eaton made a motion to adjourn the meeting. It was seconded by Commissioner Jeff.  The motion carried and the meeting was closed at 8:50pm.

February Minutes

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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