FIRST DAY OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE
CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
April 10, 2017

The meeting was called to order at 9:05 a.m. by Chairman Barb Cutler.  Also present were Commissioner Kramer, Commissioner Ralph, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, and Clerk Korri Blodgett.

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

The Board discussed the ambulance services and fees.  Representatives from our billing agency, Whitman’s Inc., will be meeting with the Board on May 22^nd at which time we will discuss the matter further.

Noxious Weed Supervisor Terry Lee met with the Board to review a Modification of Grant Agreement from the US Forest Service that included a change in funding increase of $ 5,000.00 and a revised financial plan.  Commissioner Kramer made a motion to approve and sign the Grant Agreement.  Seconded by Commissioner Ralph.  Unanimous.

The Board discussed Herd Districts.  Legal counsel Matt Pember will provide a Resolution for the Board to review at our next meeting.

Assessor Lynn McGuire met with the Board to present a casualty loss application from property owner Steve Miller, to cancel taxes on parcel No. RPF00S0033006AA.  Commissioner Kramer made a motion to approve the tax cancellation. Seconded by Commissioner Ralph.   Unanimous.  Lynn also presented the Annual Wildlife Habitat Exemption Application for the Nature Conservancy.

Chairman Cutler gave an update on the Southern Idaho Rural Development meeting she had attended.    It was a consensus of the Board to opt out of the 2017 membership with SIRD.   Commissioner Ralph will provide a letter for the Board to send out to the Director.

Planning and Zoning Administrator Dwight Butlin met with the Board to provide an update on the April 4^th Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting and Workshop.

The Board recessed for lunch at 12:03 p.m.

The Board reconvened at 1:00 p.m. and reviewed the bills as presented on the claims list.  Commissioner Kramer made a motion to approve the bills as presented.  Seconded by Commissioner Ralph.  Unanimous.

Principal Jeff Rast, seniors Kyla Sanders and Austin Burns met with the Board to request funds for the 2017 project Graduation party.  Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve the request for support of Project Graduation in the amount of $250.00., based upon the number of graduating seniors.  Seconded by Commissioner Kramer.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed the meeting minutes of March 13^th, 20^th, and 27^th.  Commissioner Kramer made a motion to approve the minutes as amended.  Seconded by Commissioner Ralph.  Unanimous.

The Board discussed the personnel policy. It was a consensus of the Board to amend the payroll pay period to change so it ends on the last day of the month, with employees to receive checks within 2 business days.  The clerk will send out a memo to make the employees aware of this change a month prior to the change.

The Board recessed at 3:00 p.m.

Expenditure Funds:  March Expenditures (Report dated 4-11-17)

Attest:

_______________________                                                   _______________________

Barb Cutler, Chairman                                                                    Korri Blodgett, Clerk Camas County

Commissioners Meeting
April 24, 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 an individual from the public.

The Board reviewed the Agenda.  Commissioner Ralph made a motion to amend the Agenda to accept Cost share documents, as it was a time sensitive matter, and they were just provided that morning.    Seconded by Commissioner Kramer.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed the Award of 2017 State General Fund Cost Share Agreement in the amount of $40,425.00.  Commissioner Ralph made a motion accept and sign the Award from the State of Idaho Department of Agriculture.  Seconded by Commissioner Kramer.  Unanimous.

Commissioner Cutler made a motion to go 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 9:18 a.m.  Upon a motion duly made, seconded and unanimous, the Board came out of Executive session at 9:25 a.m.

The Board briefly discussed the RAC Board.

The Board reviewed a proposed Herd District Resolution. Commissioner Kramer made a motion to approve Resolution #179, declaring the Camas County Herd District void as a matter of law.  Seconded by Commissioner Ralph.  Unanimous.

The Board discussed the airport manager position.  The Board reappointed Winston Ellis as Airport Manager, for a term of 4 years.

Assessor Lynn McGuire met with the Board to present a casualty loss application from property owner Theron Koepnick, to cancel taxes against Parcel No. MH00110003270AA. Commissioner Kramer made a motion to approve the tax cancellation.  Seconded by Commissioner Ralph.  Unanimous.

County Agent Cindy Kinder met with the Board and gave an update on all the activities in the Extension office.  She discussed the 4-H programs that are available and the overall participation. Cindy provided a Summary of Activities for the Camas and Gooding County Extension for Jan-March.

US Forest Service employee John Pine met with the Board to discuss the Forest Service Pack Test.  The event provides physical fitness training for Forest Service and firefighting personnel.  It will be held on June 1^st and June 5^th at the school, they are requesting one EMT and a defibrillator for stand- by.  Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve a $100 per event fee.  Seconded by Commissioner Kramer.  Unanimous.

The Board discussed the ICRMP training with Jim McNall on April 17^th at the City office.

Commissioner Cutler 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 11:20 a.m. The Board came out of executive session at 11:45 a.m.

Road and Bridge Supervisor Mike Gill met with the Board to discuss the County Emergency Disaster Declaration.  Mike felt that the County would not know the extent of the damages incurred until later and would like to extend the Emergency Declarations until June 26^th. Commissioner Kramer made a motion to approve and extend the Emergency Disaster Declaration.  Seconded by Commissioner Ralph.  Unanimous.

Mike also discussed the cemetery opening and closing of graves fees for the Cemetery Board. He has created and provided a service request form to be used for each event.

The Board reviewed the Contract for Services between Blaine County and Camas County.  The agreement provides snow removal by Blaine County for the 5.3 miles of West Magic Road that is located in Camas County. Commissioner Kramer made a motion to sign the snow removal agreement.  Seconded by Commissioner Ralph.  Unanimous.

The Board adjourned at 12:28 p.m.

Attest;

____________________                                                                           _____________________________

Barb Cutler, Chairman                                                                    Korri Blodgett, Clerk

FIRST DAY OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE
CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
March 13, 2017

The meeting was called to order at 9:05 a.m. by Chairman Barb Cutler.  Also present were Commissioner Kramer, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, Clerk Korri Blodgett, and an individual from the public.  Commissioner Ralph will be joining the meeting shortly.

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

Commissioner Ralph joined the meeting and ambulance billings and fees were discussed.

Road & Bridge Supervisor Mike Gill met with the Board to review and consider the amendment of the Snow Removal Resolution.  The Board discussed the annual income and expense criteria and the language of prioritizing the snow removal to be at the Road Supervisor’s discretion.  Mike also discussed a piece of property that has been in the Corral Highway District, LLC name, that is not on the tax roll.  He discussed the need to keep the property for wetlands mitigation.

Assessor Lynn McGuire met with the Board to present property Casualty loss exemption applications.  The Board reviewed applications from Mel Fletcher, Fairfield Ranches/Jerry Caven, and Judith Freeman/Hernandez.  Commissioner Kramer made a motion to approve the tax cancellation on Parcel #RP01N1SE3543111A (Freeman/Hernandez), RP01N14E222400A (Caven) and RF01N14E167092A (Fletcher).  Seconded by Commissioner Ralph.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed an invoice from Southern Idaho Rural Development.   Dwight joined the meeting and gave his input on this program as he has worked with SIRD Director Julia Oxarango-Ingram.

The Board recessed for lunch at 12:18 p.m.

The Board reconvened at 1:00 p.m. to meet with LHTAC rep Lan Smith & Planning & Zoning Administrator Dwight Butlin to discuss the Tap Grant.  Mr.  Smith ended up in Custer County and will reschedule for March 20^th.

Timberline Trash owner Joel Tews met with the board to discuss Southern Idaho Solid Waste District correspondence.  He stated that there has been a huge increase in transport fees and he is looking into different options.  He will keep the Board updated.

Al Kodiman and John Sexton met with the Board and gave a presentation on the Wellness Tree Community Clinic that is available in Twin Falls for individuals with no insurance.  They are a 501 C3 and are working on establishing a clinic in Lincoln County, which would be available to anybody with no insurance.  They want to get someone from each county to volunteer to be on the Board for the Wellness Clinic.

The Board reviewed the bills as presented on the claims list.  Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve the bills as presented.  Seconded by Commissioner Kramer.  Unanimous.  The Board reviewed a claim for Marshall Ralph for ambulance runs and reimbursements for IAC Midwinter Conference expenses.    Commissioner Kramer made a motion to approve the bills as presented on the claims list.  Seconded by Commissioner Cutler.  Commissioner Ralph recused himself from voting.

The Board reviewed the January 17^th, February 13^th, and February 21^st minutes.  Commissioner Kramer made a motion to approve the minutes as amended.  Seconded by Commissioner Ralph.  Unanimous.

The Board discussed Agenda items for the March 20^th meeting.

There being no further business the Board adjourned at 3:30 p.m.

Expenditure Funds:  February Expenditures (Report dated 3-14-17)

Attest:

_______________________                                                   _______________________

Barb Cutler, Chairman                                                                    Korri Blodgett, Clerk

Camas County Commissioners Meeting
March 20, 2017

The meeting was called to Order at 9:05 a.m. by Chairman Barb Cutler.  Also present were Commissioner Ralph, Commissioner Kramer, and Clerk Korri Blodgett.

The Board reviewed the Agenda.  Commissioner Ralph    made a motion to amend the Agenda to include canvasing the votes for the March 14^th School Bond Election, as it was inadvertently left off.   Seconded by Commissioner Kramer.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed Idaho Statue Title 31 Chapter 44, relating to Solid Waste disposal sites.  The Board contacted legal counsel Matt Pember by phone to discuss.  The board will discuss again at the next meeting.

The Board reviewed 2 Applications for Appointment to the Camas County Planning & Zoning Commission.  Commissioner Ralph made a motion to appoint James Jeffry Kreyssig and Jonathan Eaton to the P&Z Commission Board.  Seconded by Commissioner Kramer.  Unanimous.

The Board discussed the water and roads in the county with Mike Gill.  Commissioner Kramer discussed an old closed bridge  at Willow Creek 100 North.   They also discussed the snow removal resolution.

The Board took a brief recess at 10:45 a.m.

The Board reconvened at 11:00 a.m. and met with LHTAC Liaison Lan Smith & Planning & Zoning Administrator Dwight Butlin to discuss the Tap grant.   They reviewed the proposed contract and discussed having on site supervisors, design contractors, payment processing, bid process, etc..  Commissioner Kramer made a motion to sign the Tap grant.  Seconded by Commissioner Ralph.  Unanimous.  Lan also discussed oversized loads.

The Board met with Jack Varin to discuss the courthouse facility needs.  He suggested doing an assessment on what is needed; such as a courtroom with required access, exits, and ADA compliances, and the importance of working on a plan to comply with  the needed improvements.

The Board discussed The Public Defense Commission.

The Board canvassed the votes for the March 14^th School Supplemental Levy Election.  Commissioner Kramer made a motion to approve and sign the Certificate of Election for the March 14^th School Bond Election.  Seconded by  Commissioner Ralph.  Unanimous.

The Board discussed the ambulance base rate.

Commissioner Kramer made a motion to approve and sign proposed Snow Removal Resolution #178.  Seconded by Commissioner Ralph.  Unanimous.

Commissioner Kramer updated the Board on the Beaver meeting he had recently attended.

The Board recessed at 1:10 p.m.

Attest:

_______________________                                                   ____________________________

Barb Cutler, Chairman                                                                    Korri Blodgett, Clerk

CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
March 27, 2017

The meeting was called to order at 9:05 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 briefly discussed the transfer station.

The Board reviewed a request of funds for the Firework display from the Chamber of Commerce. It was a consensus of the Board to contribute the $250.00 and review the contribution amount again during the budget process.

The Board discussed the Public Defense Commission.

The Board discussed the ambulance Non-Transport fees.   We will contact other counties and see how they handle these types of fees and calls.

The Board discussed the county personnel policy.  The policy has had updates by resolutions since the policy was put in place in 2014 and needs to be updated and inserted into the actual policy.

The Board discussed Herd Districts and Open Ranges.  Mr. Pember will look into the laws regarding this matter further and keep the Board updated.

Road and Bridge Supervisor Mike Gill met with the Board to updated the Board on the water and road situations.

Treasurer Gayle Bachtell met with the Board and reviewed the Monthly Financial statements.

The Board reviewed the February 27^th meeting minutes.  Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve the minutes as amended.  Seconded by Commissioner Kramer.  Unanimous.

There being no further business, the Board adjourned at 11:51 a.m.

Attest:

________________________                                                                ______________________

Barb Cutler, Chairman                                                                    Korri Blodgett, Clerk

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