Commissioner Minutes

April Minutes

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 22nd 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 4th 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 13th, 20th, and 27th.  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)

Justice Fund $12,003.76 Current Expense $7,937.15
Indigent $145.00 Road & Bridge $30,169.68
District Court $414.72 Revaluation $0
Health $500.00 Landfill $360.00
Noxious Weeds $3,304.38 Junior College Tuition $0
Elections $355.00 Ambulance $2,198.37
911 Communications $16,514.03 State Fund $21,629.40
Legion Memorial $0 Historical Society $0
Range Improvement $0 Snowmobile $0
Court Trust $0 Waterways Fund $0
City of Fairfield $2,329.84 School District #121 $19,630.35
Cemetery District $22.08 West Magic Fire Dist. $131.33
Tort Fund $0 Camas County Library $429.74
Camas Mosquito Dist. $96.75 Parks & Recreation $3,500.00
March  Payroll $112,011.74 March Totals $121,671.58

 

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 1st and June 5th 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 17th 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 26th. 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

March Minutes

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 20th.

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 17th, February 13th, and February 21st 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 20th meeting.

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

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

Justice Fund $5,141.53 Current Expense $7,939.46
Indigent $0 Road & Bridge $87,460.83
District Court $260.69 Revaluation $0
Health $7,312.00 Landfill $360.00
Noxious Weeds $6,250.70 Junior College Tuition $50.00
Elections $303.61 Ambulance $3,639.67
911 Communications $1,171.76 State Fund $13,420.40
Legion Memorial $0 Historical Society $0
Range Improvement $1,394.32 Snowmobile $0
Court Trust $0 Waterways Fund $0
City of Fairfield $6,290.79 School District #121 $5,863.24
Cemetery District $39.93 West Magic Fire Dist. $293.30
Tort Fund $0 Camas County Library $2,423.29
Camas Mosquito Dist. $43.34 Parks & Recreation $0
February  Payroll $116,363.37

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 14th 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 14th School Supplemental Levy Election.  Commissioner Kramer made a motion to approve and sign the Certificate of Election for the March 14th 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 27th 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

November Minutes

Camas County Board of Commissioners Special Meeting
Camas County Courtroom
November 7, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:02 a.m. by Chairman Barb Cutler..  Also present were Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Commissioner Ron Chapman, P& Z Administrator Dwight Butlin, Clerk Korri Blodgett, and a member of the public.

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

Planning and Zoning Administrator Dwight Butlin met with the Board to present the Draft Zoning Ordinance from the Planning and Zoning Commission.  Dwight also briefed the Board and provided staff reports from deliberations, recommendation’s from the Planning and Zoning Commission, minutes and documents relating to public hearings held.

The Board accepted the Draft Zoning Ordinance and Commissioner Chapman made a motion to authorize Dwight to publish the required Public Hearing Notices for November 28th at 9:30 a.m.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous

The meeting adjourned at 9:45 a.m.

Attest:

______________________                                                     ____________________

Barb Cutler, Chairman                                                                    Korri Blodgett, Clerk



FIRST DAY OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE
CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
November 14, 2016

 

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

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

The Board discussed an IAC Industrial Litigation Fund invoice.  The Board would like to get further clarification from IAC on what it involves.

Timberline Trash owner Joel Tews met with the Board to look at an increase in the monthly transfer station fee.  Joel will provide paperwork to support the increases that he is requesting for the next fiscal year budget.   Joel also talked about the road over Couch Summit and the maintenance on it.

The Board discussed county personnel taking personal time off on November 25th.    Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to authorize each the elected official to determine if they will have their offices closed on the day after Thanksgiving Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

Assessor Lynn McGuire met with the Board and presented the 2017 Occupancy Roll.

Contracted Public Defender Steve Thompson met with the Board to discuss the duties and responsibilities of public defense.  The state public defense commission provisions provides for training and continuing legal education for defending attorneys to promote competency and consistency, to provide the delivery of indigent defense services.  Mr. Thompson also discussed an increase of $50.00 a month for his services.  The clerk explained that the budget had been set and that requests for budget increases need to be submitted in June, but we would consider the matter.

The Board canvassed the votes for the November 8, 2016.Commissioner Chapman made a motion to certify the 2016 General Election Official Abstract of Votes.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed the bills as presented on the Claims List.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the bills as presented.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the invoice for an Emergency Training conference expense upon receiving receipts.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the invoice to Valley Service.  Seconded by Commissioner Cutler.  Commissioner Chapman recused himself from voting.

Commissioner Cutler made a motion to go into Executive Session per Idaho Code 74-26 to discuss pending litigation with legal counsel.  A roll call vote showed all in favor.  The Board entered Executive Session at 11:30 a.m.  The Board came out of Executive Session at 11:43 a.m., after a roll call vote showed all in favor.

The Board adjourned at 11:50 a.m.

Attest:

_________________________                                                             ____________________

Barb Cutler, Chairman                                                                                    Korri Blodgett, Clerk

Expenditure Funds: 11/15/2016

Justice Fund $24,765.07 Current Expense $11,987.21
Indigent $ Road & Bridge $20,334.72
District Court $1,550.73 Revaluation $40.26
Health $500.00 Landfill $360.00
Noxious Weeds $985.16 Junior College Tuition $
Elections $30.60 Ambulance $1,280.42
911 Communications $1,869.39 State Fund $23,842.77
Legion Memorial $ Historical Society $
Range Improvement $ Snowmobile $
Court Trust $ Waterways Fund $
City of Fairfield $11,246.92 School District #121 $1,947.62
Cemetery District $82.37 West Magic Fire Dist. $208.86
Tort Fund $26,492.00 Camas County Library $2,446.94
Camas Mosquito Dist. $91.71 Parks & Recreation $
October Payroll $116,940.14


CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING

November 21, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:05 a.m. by Chairman Barb Cutler.  Also present were Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Commissioner Ron Chapman, Clerk Korri Blodgett, and two members from the public.

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

The Board discussed The Catastrophic Health Care Program Board of Directors positions that were open for nominations.  It was a consensus of the Board to not make any new nominations at this time.

The Board reviewed the additional bills from the November 14th meeting.  Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve the claims as presented.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed the October meeting minutes.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the minutes as corrected.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed a Certificate of Residence Application.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the application upon corrections made on the application, as she does qualify. Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed a Federal Financial Reports from the Noxious Weed Department for reimbursements from the Forest Service in the amount of $5000.00 and from the Dept. of Ag RAC money in the amount of $ 12,500.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to authorize the Chair to sign.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

Treasurer Gayle Bachtell met with the Board to review the monthly Financial Statements

The Board took a brief recess.

The Board reconvened and Commissioner Cutler made a motion to go into Executive Session, per Idaho Code 74-206(d) to consider records that are exempt from disclosure and Idaho Code 74-206 1 (a) & (d) to discuss personnel matters.  A roll call vote showed all in favor.  The Board entered Executive session at 10:06 a.m.  Upon a motion and roll call vote showed all in favor the Board recessed from the Executive session at 10:20 a.m.

Commissioner Chapman made a motion to deny Indigent Case #1C-2017-10002, as Camas County is not the obligated county.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.

It was a consensus of the Board to support the Chairs signature on a Letter in Support, relating to the replacement of the Environmental Health Specialist in Blaine County.

John Seton and Art Kooiman from the Wellness Tree Clinic, contacted the Board via fax to reschedule the 10; 30 a.m. appointment to another time.

The meeting adjourned at 10:45 a.m.

Attest:

_______________________                                                   _______________________

Barb Cutler, Chairman                                                                    Korri Blodgett, Clerk



CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING & PUBLIC HEARING
November 28, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:05 a.m.by Chairman Barb Cutler.   Also present were Commissioner Backstrom, Commissioner Chapman, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, Planning & Zoning Administrator Dwight Butlin, Clerk Korri Blodgett, and numerous members from the public.

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

The Board briefly discussed recent correspondence.

At 9:30 a.m. the Board opened the public hearing to consider the draft of a new Zoning Ordinance.  A sign in sheet was provided and everybody was asked to sign in and indicate if they wished to speak.  Every meeting has been legally posted and everybody will be allowed to speak for 5 minutes after identifying themselves.  Commissioner Backstrom read the Camas County Planning and Zoning Boards’ Staff Report into the record and then opened the meeting to take public comment.  After the conclusion of all public comment, Commissioner Backstrom read submitted letters of opinion into the record and clarified the CAFO language is unchanged. The Board closed the public hearing at 11:06 a.m.

Idaho Dept. of Juvenile Corrections District 5 liaison Renee Waite met with the Board to review a Memorandum of Agreement to support the Community Incentive Program (CIP) the Re-Entry Program (REP) and Mental Health Program (MHP).  Renee also provided and reviewed the Annual Justice Reports.  These reports show statistics on juveniles on probation through the fiscal year, which Camas County had none for the fiscal year.   Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to sign the Memorandum of Agreement.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board adjourned at 11:55 a.m.

Attest:

___________________                                                                                           ___________________

Barb Cutler, Chairman                                                                                                    Korri Blodgett, Clerk

 

August Minutes

FIRST DAY OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE
CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
August 8, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:05 a.m. by Chairman Barb McMurdo.  Also present were Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Commissioner Ron Chapman, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, Clerk Korri Blodgett, and 6 individuals from the public.

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

The Board met with Laira Thomas, Lesia Knowlton, and several EMT’s.  The EMT’s are concerned that a basic EMT was paid as driver at a cut rate.  They discussed the fact that the driver is usually a basic or an Advanced and felt they should be paid at their rate and not at the driver rate.  They also discussed the number of people responding to calls and how they feel that students should be paid before they are certified.  The Board discussed that their needs to be clear understanding of what is required to participate in the training, how much time is required for volunteer hours before a certified EMT is paid and accountability to how many are responding and expecting to be paid.  The Board asked Lesia to provide a copy of the personnel policy manual to help them move forward on preparing a contract.

The Board reviewed the Election Software Sales Order Agreement to purchase new election voting equipment.  The Board was concerned about the 2-year contract renewal period.  Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember will discuss the agreement with Lori Mommaerts, Regional Sales Manager.

Sheriff Dave Sanders met with the Board to discuss activities in his department.  He discussed the emergencies they faced through the week and the resources that were called upon.

Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to provide a letter of support for the Soldier Mountain Ski Areas proposed projects for a storage building and Mountain Bike Trails on the Fairfield Ranger District, Sawtooth National Forest.   Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board briefly discussed the budget and health insurance quotes that will be presented next week.

Adjourned at 12:50 pm

Attest:

_______________________                                                   _______________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                                            Korri Blodgett, Clerk



CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS SPECIAL MEETING
August 10, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:35 a.m. by Chairman Barb McMurdo.  Also present were Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Commissioner Ron Chapman, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, and Clerk Korri Blodgett.

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

The Board reviewed an invoice for a background check on an individual that participated in EMT training and is not a county resident.  It was a consensus of the Board to go ahead a pay the claim as it did not seem to be clear prior to the training.  The Board also reviewed an invoice relating to the EMT instructor’s fees.  The Board agreed to pay the claim as amended.

The Board reviewed the bills as presented on the claims list.  Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve the bills as presented.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.  The Board reviewed two invoices from Valley Service.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the claim.  Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo.  Commissioner Chapman recused himself from voting.

The Board reviewed a Certificate of Residence application.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the application.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board adjourned at 10:10 a.m.

Attest:

____________________                                                           __________________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                                            Korri Blodgett, Clerk



Camas County Commissioners Meeting
August 15, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:05 a.m. by Chairman Barb McMurdo.  Also present were Commissioner Ron Chapman, Commissioner Ken Backstrom and Clerk Korri Blodgett.

The Board reviewed the agenda.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the agenda as posted.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed the U.S. Forest Service Grant Agreement Modification provided by Road & Bridge Supervisor Mike Gill.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to authorize the Chairman to sign the Acceptance of U.S. Forest Service Grant Agreement Modification.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Unanimous.

The Board met with Sheriff Dave Sanders to review and consider an Acceptance of 2016 State Homeland Security Grant funds.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve and sign the 2016 Homeland Security grant.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.  Commissioner McMurdo made a motion to go into Executive Session, per Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) to consider personnel matters at 9:45 a.m. A roll call vote showed all in favor.  The Board came out of executive session at 10:08 a.m.

The Board met with Balanced Rock Insurance Agent Lori Bergsma to Review Health insurance quotes and a ICRMP Terrorism Rejection.

The Board discussed ambulance Procedure Policies and contracts.

The Board adjourned at 12:10 p.m.

Attest:

______________________                                                     ______________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                                            Korri Blodgett, Clerk



Camas County Commissioners Public Hearing Meeting
August 22, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:05 am by Chairman Barb McMurdo.  Also present were Commissioner Ron Chapman, Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Clerk Korri Blodgett, and two individuals from the public.

The Board reviewed the agenda.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the Agenda as posted.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Unanimous.

Commissioner McMurdo opened the public hearing to consider and fix a final budget for the fiscal year 2017.  The hearing was recorded.  With there being no comments or questions from the public the Board closed the public hearing.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the Fiscal Year 2017 budget as published in the amount of $3,428,858.00.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed 2 Certificate of Residency Certificate Applications.  Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve the applications of residency for CSI tuition.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed the July meeting minutes.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the minutes as amended

The Board met with Treasurer Gayle Bachtell to review the July financial statements.

There being no further business the Board adjourned at 10:25 am.

Attest:

____________________________                                     _________________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                                            Korri Blodgett, Clerk

June Minutes

CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
June 13, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:05 a.m. by Chairman Barb McMurdo.  Also present were Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Commissioner Ron Chapman, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, and Clerk Korri Blodgett.

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

Treasurer Gayle Bachtell and Sheriff Dave Sanders met with the Board to review and consider a cancellation of taxes on a mobile home at West Magic that belongs to Christopher Umbaugh.  They are requesting to cancel the taxes on the real property in the amount of $27.96 as the fees for issuing a warrant of distraint and sheriff’s services far exceed the amount due.  Neither the Sheriff nor Treasurer has been able to locate the property owner.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to cancel the taxes at this time.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.  Gayle also discussed wanting to have the rock in front of the courthouse etched with the county logo and address.  Gayle will check out some prices and we will proceed from there.

Sheriff Dave Sanders met with the Commissioners to review and consider a Law Enforcement Assistance Agreement with Elmore County to provide assistance with the Mtn Home Music Festival in July.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to sign the agreement.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

Treasurer Gayle Bachtell met with the Board to review the treasurer/tax collectors 2017 budget requests.

The Board reviewed the Planning and Zoning departments 2017 budget requests.

The Board reviewed the May meeting minutes.  Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve the minutes as corrected.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.

The Board took a brief recess.

The Board reconvened and met US Forest Service Public Affairs Officer Julie Thomas and Mike Dettori to discuss South Central Idaho RAC. She gave a synopsis of the projects that were done this last year.  She also discussed the need to find members for the South Central Idaho Resource Advisory Committee.

The Board discussed allowing the Man-made Board to hold their monthly meetings in the Commissioners meeting room on the 1st Monday of every month at 6:00 p.m.  It was a consensus of the Board to allow it as long as the other offices had no objections.

The board discussed the Soldier Mtn Ski Areas Tax Exemption request with Assessor Lynn McGuire.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the tax exemption request.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board discussed the Airport Hay contract.  It was a consensus of the Board to continue with the current contract that is in place.

The Board met with Trial Court Administrator Shelli Tubbs & Administrative District Judge Richard Bevan to review the 2017 District court budget.

The Board recessed for lunch at 12 noon.

The Board reconvened and reviewed the MOU with France, Basterrechea, Wagner & Bunn for the yearly Financial Audit. Commissioner Chapman made a motion to authorize the Chair to sign the MOU.  Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo.  Commissioner Backstrom requesed himself from voting.

The Board reviewed the bills as presented on the claims list.  Commissioner Chapman made a motion to pay the bills as presented.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous. Commissioner Chapman made a motion to pay the claim to Backstrom Lumber.  Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo.  Commissioner Backstrom requesed himself.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to pay the claim to Valley Service.  Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo.  Commissioner Chapman requesed himself from voting.

The Board met with Assessor Lynn McGuire to review the 2017 budget requests for the Revaluation Fund and the Assessors Fund

Adjourned at 1:45

Attest:

_______________________                                                   _______________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                                            Korri Blodgett, Clerk

Expenditure Fund Totals:

Justice Fund $10,821.97 Current Expense $8,823.50
Indigent $0 Road & Bridge $49,965.03
District Court $1,677.58 Revaluation $388.80
Health $500.00 Landfill $746.08
Noxious Weeds $16,509.12 Junior College Tuition $200.00
Elections $0 Ambulance $2,634.54
911 Communications $1,420.55 State Fund $16,494.10
Legion Memorial $0 Historical Society $0
Range Improvement $0 Snowmobile $0
Court Trust $0 Waterways Fund $0
City of Fairfield $1,448.03 School District #121 $15,267.30
Cemetery District $112.40 West Magic Fire Dist. $47.20
Camas Mosquito Dist. $130.56 Camas County Library $2,181.54
May Payroll $117,684.54


CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
June 20, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:10 a.m. by Chairman Barb McMurdo.  Also present were Commissioner Ron Chapman, Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, and Clerk Korri Blodgett.

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

The Board discussed the Mosquito Abatement District.

The Board briefly discussed the annex sidewalks and signs.

The Board reviewed the Intermountain Hospital Contract.  For this contract year, Intermountain requests a $50.00 per day increase over their existing contracted rate.  This means that the current rate of $900.00 will increase to $950.00 per day.  Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve the agreement.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.

The Board discussed the Annual Audit MOU that was approved on June 13th. .   Commissioner Chapman made a motion to rescind the previous approval as the amount was stated incorrectly by the Clerk, and to approve the MOU with an $800.00 increase in fees.  Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo.   Commissioner Backstrom recused himself from voting.

The Board discussed a request from the Chamber of Commerce to waive the ambulance fees for Rodeo standby.   Commission Backstrom made a motion to approve waiving standby fees for the Rodeo.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Commissioner McMurdo requesed herself from voting.

Rob Anderson made a Presentation on New York Life Insurance.

The Board reviewed budget funds.

The Board adjourned at 11:55 a.m.

Attest

_____________________                                                        ____________________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                                            Korri Blodgett, Clerk



CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
June 27, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:000 a.m. by Vice Chairman Ken Backstrom.   Also present were Commissioner Ron Chapman and Clerk Korri Blodgett.  Chairman Barb McMurdo and Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember had prior commitments and were not present.

 

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

Welfare Director Annie Frostenson met with the Board to review Indigent Case #1C-2016-10004.

Vice Chairman Ken Backstrom made a motion to go into Executive Session per Idaho Code 74-206(1)(d), to discuss records that exempt from disclosure.  A roll call vote showed all in favor.  The Board entered into Executive Session.  After a roll call vote showing all in favor the Board came out of Executive Session at 9:18 a.m.

Commissioner Chapman made a motion to suspend Indigent Case # 1C-2016-10004, based upon other resources that may be available.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.  The Board also signed a Medical Lien that was provided.

The Board adjourned at 9:20 a.m.

Attest

___________________________                                                        _____________________

Ken Backstrom, Vice Chairman                                                  Korri Blodgett, Clerk

 

 

 

 

 

July Minutes

FIRST DAY OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE
CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
July 11, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:01 a.m. by Chairman Barb McMurdo.  Also present were Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Commissioner Ron Chapman, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, Clerk Korri Blodgett, and an individual from the public.

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

The Board met with Camas Conservation District Administrative Assistant Brenda Moyer, Board members’ Bill Davis, Bonnie Gough, and State Representative Steve Miller.  They gave a presentation in support of a request for funds support for Fiscal Year 2017.

Assessor Lyn McGuire met with the Board and presented the 2016 Property Assessment Roll.

The Board reviewed the meeting minutes for June.  Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve the minutes of June as corrected.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed an application for a Certificate of Residency application for CSI tuition.  Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve and sign the Certificate of Residency.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.

Commissioner McMurdo made a motion to go into Executive Session, per Idaho Code 74-206(1) (a)(b) to discuss to discuss personnel matters.  A roll call vote showed all in favor.  The Board entered into executive session at 10:10 a.m.   The Board came out of executive session at 10:24 am.

Treasurer Gayle Bachtell met with the Board to review the May Financial Statements.  Gayle also gave an update on voiding a tax cancelation at West Magic that had been approved on the June 20th meeting.  The individual has contacted Gayle, provided a new address, paid the mobile home tax due amount and made payment arrangements for the real property, thus making the cancelation unnecessary.  Gayle also discussed a sewer and water assessment that was done in January and now is being reversed to allow the money to go towards his city water bill and allow him to make payments on his property taxes.

The Board reviewed the bills.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the bills as presented on the claims list.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.   Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the bill for parts and supplies to Valley Service.  Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo.  Commissioner Chapman recused himself from voting.

The Board adjourned at 12:45 p.m.

 

Attest:

_________________________                                                             ____________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                                                            Korri Blodgett, Clerk



Expenditure Fund Totals July 2016:

Justice Fund $8,654.13 Current Expense $6,824.71
Indigent $200.00 Road & Bridge $13,272.39
District Court $585.33 Revaluation $1,468.41
Health $500.00 Landfill $360.00
Noxious Weeds $22,309.30 Junior College Tuition $0
Elections $0 Ambulance $6,955.40
911 Communications $1,169.42 State Fund $18,630.73
Legion Memorial $0 Historical Society $0
Range Improvement $0 Snowmobile $0
Court Trust $0 Waterways Fund $0
City of Fairfield $48,433.02 School District #121 $155,534.29
Cemetery District $1,149.92 West Magic Fire Dist. $1,653.70
Camas Mosquito Dist. $3,324.61 Camas County Library $22,183.37
June Payroll $118,726.96


CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
July 18, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:05 a.m. by Chairman Barb McMurdo.  Also present were Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Commissioner Ron Chapman, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, and Clerk Korri Blodgett.

The Board reviewed the agenda.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the agenda as posted.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board met with Lesia Knowlton and Laira Thomas to discuss the ambulance runs, fees, and on call services.  They discussed claims that had been denied due to the fact that the invoice were for individuals that are in training, not yet certified, and would therefore be a potential liability for the county. The Clerk will check into the insurance needs necessary to cover a trainee or basic EMT’s.  The Board will also check into what is necessary to access a Non-Transport fee for an ambulance responding and not transporting.  The Board also discussed a need to have a contract to define positions, authority, and training services.

The Board reviewed a Certificate of Residency Application for CSI tuition.  Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve the Certificate of Residence.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.

Treasurer Gayle Bachtell met with the Board to review the June Monthly Financial Statements.

The Board met with Kathy Mennenga, ad hoc member of the Man Made Park project Board, She stated that she will be helping out with the fund raising and grant writing.  It was a consensus of the Board to have Chairman Barb McMurdo be the contact person as needed.

Southern Idaho Rural Development Director Julia Oxarano-Ingram met with the Board and gave an update on community & economic development programs.

The Board adjourned at 12:15 p.m.

Attest:

________________________                                                _____________________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                            Korri Blodgett, Clerk



CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
July 25, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:05 a.m. by Chairman Barb McMurdo.  Also present were Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Commissioner Ron Chapman, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, Clerk Korri Blodgett, and two individuals from the public.

The Board reviewed the Agenda.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the agenda as posted.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board discussed recent correspondence relating to public defense commission, upcoming conferences, and Nez Pearce plat issues.

The Board discussed the 40 acres of farmable ground that the County owns.  The Board will advertise for proposals to see if there is an interest in farming this ground.

The Board discussed different waterway projects that we are looking into helping out with.

The Board took a recess and Commissioner Backstrom excused himself as he had another obligation.

The Board reconvened at 11:25 to meet with Kimberly Simmons, Public Defense Commissions’ Executive Director.   She explained the changes that have come in the public defense and what grants are available and the requirements to apply for assistance with public defense.  An initial grant is available and will be submitted by Monday, August 1, 2016.

The Board adjourned at 12 noon.

Attest:

_____________________                                        __________________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                            Korri Blodgett, Clerk

 

May Minutes

FIRST DAY OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE
CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
May 9, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:01 a.m. by Chairman Barb McMurdo.  Also present were Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Commissioner Ron Chapman, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, and Clerk Korri Blodgett.

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

The Board reviewed a Letter of resignation from a Board member from the Man-made Park project.   It was a consensus of the Board to accept the letter of resignation from Jerry Nelson.

The Board met with EMT Board members Lesia Knowlton, Raul Ornelas, and Laira Thomas.

Chairman McMurdo 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.   The Board closed the executive session at 10:00 a.m.

The Board met with South Central Public Health to to review a Fiscal Year 2017 budget request. Present were Director Rene LeBlanc, Chairman of SCPH, Linda Montgomery, Camas County Rep Pam Jones, Cheryle Becker, RN, Family & Children’s Administrator, Bob Erickson, ect.  They provided a very informative presentation on all of the services that are provided through South Central Public Health.

The Board took a brief recess.

The Board reconvened and discussed an appointment of a Proxy for the Fy 2017 Budget Committee Hearing.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to give Pam Jones our proxy vote during the SCPHD Budget Hearing on May 18th, 2016.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board held a public Hearing to hear a proposed Ordinance # 168, relating to Regulating Licensing Entertainment Assemblies, repealing Ordinance #114.  No one from the public appeared and the Board closed the hearing.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve Ordinance # 168.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed an ambulance fee relating to Run # 252327.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to waive the ambulance transport fee of $350.00 as he was not transported to the clinic.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Unanimous.

The Board reviewed 3 Certificates of Residency Application s for CSI tuition.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the Certificate of Residency Applications.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed the bills.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the bills as presented on the claims list.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.   Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve a bill for services to Backstrom Machine.  Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo.  Commissioner Backstrom requesed himself.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the bill for parts and supplies to Valley Service.  Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo.  Commissioner Chapman requesed himself from voting.

The Board reviewed the April meeting minutes.  Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve the minutes as corrected.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.

The Board recessed for lunch at 12:10 p.m.

The Board reconvened at 1:00 p.m.

Mike Dettori met with the Board and gave an update on the Man- made project.  He stated that they are going to ask an individual to replace a member that has retired.  They are also trying to put together a committee to start raising funds for the project.  They are in contact with an Architectural firm to get the process started.  Mike also discussed the road wash out over Big Smokey, approximately 6 miles past Trappers Inn, and how they are in the planning process of how the reconstruction will be accomplished.

The Board reviewed a Beer and Wine License Application for Smoky Bar LLC.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the Alcoholic Beverage License of Smoky Bar LLC.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board adjourned at 2:15 p.m.

Attest:

 

________________________                                                ___________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                         Korri Blodgett, Clerk

 

Expenditure Fund Totals:

Justice Fund $5,615.04 Current Expense $11,376.75
Indigent $200.00 Road & Bridge $21,120.83
District Court $330.98 Revaluation $0
Health $500.00 Landfill $360.00
Noxious Weeds $55,509.57 Junior College Tuition $0
Elections $52.00 Ambulance $1,432.20
911 Communications $1,872.25 State Fund $19,068.05
Legion Memorial $0 Historical Society $0
Range Improvement $0 Snowmobile $0
Court Trust $0 Waterways Fund $0
City of Fairfield $7,840.96 School District #121 $100,960.39
Cemetery District $268.16 West Magic Fire Dist. 228.70
Camas Mosquito Dist. $614.67 Camas County Library $2,493.27
April Payroll $119,868.35


CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
May 16, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:05 a.m. by Chairman Barb McMurdo.  Also present were Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Commissioner Ron Chapman, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, Clerk Korri Blodgett, and two individuals from the public.

The Board reviewed the agenda.  Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve the agenda as posted.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.

The Board discussed the City-County trash cleanup day. They are looking to hold the annual spring cleanup on the weekend of May 21st-22nd between 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve to contribute 33.3% towards the Timberline Trash invoice, with a maximum amount of $500.00.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed a short list of government surplus items to be auctioned on June 4th at 1:30 p.m., which the City of Fairfield and Camas County will hold.

The Board reviewed a proposed Resolution for the Cemetery District regarding changes in burial fees.

The Board discussed the Man-made Park project.  The Board discussed the need to fill a vacancy on the committee board.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to appoint Kathy Stone to fill the vacancy. Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed the Camas County Caboose support request.

The Board met with Mike and Camron Bouiss to discuss a private music event that they are hosting.  They have held Ranch fest for about 12 years now and have had no complaints.  They stated it is a private event, but they are just making the county aware and making sure there is nothing that the county is requiring.

Jerry Nelson met with the Board to discuss his letter of Resignation that he submitted last week.  The Board thanked Jerry for all his help and work on the Man-made project.

The Board discussed the Chamber of Commerce request to support this year’s fireworks display. Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve a $250.00 contribution.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom Unanimous.

The Board adjourned at 10:43 a.m.

Attest:

 

______________________                                        ____________________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                         Korri Blodgett, Clerk



Camas County Commissioners Meeting
May 23, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:07 a.m. by Chairman Barb McMurdo.  Also present were Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Commissioner Ron Chapman, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, and Clerk Korri Blodgett.

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

The Board reviewed a Resolution on Cemetery burial fees.

The Board began canvassing the votes for the 2016 Primary Election.  While reviewing the Tally books the Board found a discrepancy in the total votes cast for Marshall Ralph. Election Clerk Annie Frostenson made the correction of votes cast on the Abstract of Votes as noted.  After review of the corrections, Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to certify the true and complete abstract of all votes cast within the county at the Primary Election held May 17, 2016.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board met with Soldier Mtn Ski Area Board Member Winston Ellis and Nancy Hallowell, to request a Property Tax Exemption.  Matt McFerran also joined the discussion to give clarification on the valuation as appraised by the Attorney General’s Office.

Planning and Zoning Administrator Dwight Butlin met with the Board to review the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grant application.  Dwight provided a copy of the TAP Project Estimating Worksheet (infrastructure).  He discussed the Letters of Support he has received and the preliminary schedule.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to authorize the Chair to sign a letter of support for the TAP grant.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.  Dwight also discussed a proposed private use airport.  The location is approximately 12 miles East of Fairfield.

The Board adjourned at 11:45 a.m.

Attest:

________________________                                                            ___________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                                     Korri Blodgett, Clerk

 

April Minutes

FIRST DAY OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE
CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
April 11, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:05 a.m. by Chairman Barb McMurdo.  Also present were Commissioner Ron Chapman, Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Clerk Korri Blodgett, and an individual from the public.

The Board reviewed the Agenda.  Commissioner Backstrom discussed the incorrect posting of having a public hearing regarding the proposed resolution to amend the 911 communications fund and it is for review and discussion only.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the agenda as amended.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

Road and Bridge Supervisor Mike Gill met with the Board and discussed the fees to open and close graves for the Cemetery District.  The Board will review a proposed resolution at the next meeting to reflect necessary changes.

Sheriff Dave Sanders met with the Board to discuss the need to reopen the 911 Communications budget due to an unforeseen expense on the 911 emergency phone system upgrades.  Dave discussed the new systems expenses have been higher than anticipated and that the fund has unanticipated revenues to cover these expenses.

Man-Made Board member Jerry Nelson met with the Board to discuss the project, the fund raising needs, water rights, and the new Zoning Ordinances.

The Board reviewed the March meeting minutes.  Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve the minutes.  Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo.  Unanimous.

Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve the bills as presented on the claims list.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the claim as submitted by Valley Service.  Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo.  Commissioner Chapman recused himself from voting.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the bill from Camas Creek Country Store.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Commissioner McMurdo recused herself from voting.

The Board contacted Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember by phone to discuss the commissioner district boundaries.  The Board also discussed Idaho Code 34-107, “Residence” Defined.

The Board briefly discussed the requirement of pre-approval of expenditures in the amount of $500.00.

The Board recessed for lunch.

The Board reconvened at 1:00 P.M. and met with a Representative from the Office of Veterans Advocacy to discuss the  Veterans Service Officer in Camas County.

The Board adjourned at 1:30 pm.

Attest:

 

_______________________                                                  _________________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                                     Korri Blodgett, Clerk

Expenditure Fund Totals:

Justice Fund $3,504.01 Current Expense $17,773.98
Indigent $0 Road & Bridge $10,658.53
District Court $621.14 Revaluation $0
Health $500.00 Landfill $360.00
Noxious Weeds $489.56 Junior College Tuition $0
Elections $1.89 Ambulance $1,490.63
911 Communications $17,598.69 State Fund $20,176.91
Legion Memorial $5,000.00 Historical Society $0
Range Improvement $602.36 Snowmobile $0
Court Trust $0 Waterways Fund $0
City of Fairfield $1,299.57 School District #121 $2,562.79
Cemetery District $18.60 West Magic Fire Dist. $211.87
Camas Mosquito Dist. $48.44 Camas County Library $1,120.57
March Payroll $111,082.60


CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
April 18, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:05 am. by Chairman Barb McMurdo. Also present were Commissioner Ron Chapman, Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, Deputy Clerk Annie Frostenson and an individual from the public.

The Board reviewed the Agenda. Commissioner Backstrom discussed tabling the agenda item to Review/Consideration of Indigent Case #1C-2016-10003 until next week’s meeting. Also, agenda item to discuss Commissioner Districts should be moved to an earlier time.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the agenda as amended. Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Unanimous.

Commissioners reviewed a Wool Growers Association letter in regards to re-nominating David Coates for the District 3 Animal Damage Control Board. The Board will revisit this item next week.

The Board reviewed a request from Wood River RC&D for donations to be put towards the weather modification program. The Board will discuss this further when working on the budget.

Commissioner Chapman nominated Tim Edwards for Camas County Veterans Service Officer. Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo. Unanimous.

Sheriff Dave Sanders was present to discuss amending the 911 Communications Fund. The Board will finish this item next week when the Resolution is finalized.

Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember discussed with the Board about Commissioner Districts. IAC had explained that there is no action to be taken when a commissioner moves out of their district temporarily with the intent to return to their elected District. However, as soon as the Commissioner’s intent to move back within their elected District changes, action must be taken.

Meeting was adjourned at 9:37 a.m.

Attest:

 

_______________________                                                  _________________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                                     Annie Frostenson, Clerk



CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
April 25, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:05 a.m. by Chairman Barb McMurdo.  Also present were Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Commissioner Ron Chapman, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, and Clerk Korri Blodgett.

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

The Board met with Planning and Zoning Administrator Dwight Butlin to discuss a TAP (Transportation Alternative Program) grant.  Dwight discussed putting in for $100,000.00 grant that requires 7.43% match in funds.  He discussed the idea of putting in a bike path from town and into, and through the Man-made park project.  It was a consensus of the Board to have Dwight move forward with the grant process.

The Board held a public hearing at 9:45 a.m. to hear proposed Resolution # 175, relating to amending the 911 Communications Budget.  No one from the public appeared, and with no additional comments from the Board, the public hearing closed.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve Resolution # 175.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed and affirmed the nomination of two new Appointments to the Board of Health, for South Central Public Health District.

Commissioner Chapman made a motion to authorize the Chairman to sign a Letter of Support for the Southern Idaho Tourism.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.

The Board discussed the yearly trash clean-up day between the County and City.

It was the consensus of the Board to re-nominate Mr. Dave Coates as director from Camas County to the District #3 Animal Damage Control Board.

Treasurer Gayle Bachtell met with the Board to review the monthly financial statements.

Assessor Lynn McGuire met with the Board and presented a tax Exemption application for the Nature Conservancy.

Welfare Director Annie Frostenson met the Board to review Case # 1C-2016-10003.

The Board went in to executive session per Idaho Code 74-206(1)(d) to consider records that are exempt from public disclosure.  A roll call vote showed all in favor.  The Board entered into executive session at 11:02 a.m.  The Board came out of executive session at 11: 15 a.m.

Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve Case # 1C-2016-10003, based upon the findings.   Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed a proposed Ordinance, relating to Regulating Licensing Entertainment Assemblies.

The Board adjourned at 12:02 p.m.

Attest:

______________________                                                     ____________________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                                            Korri Blodgett, Clerk

 

March 2016 Minutes

FIRST DAY OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE
CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
March 14, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:10 a.m. by Chairman Barb McMurdo.  Also present were Commissioner Ron Chapman, Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, Clerk Korri Blodgett, and an individual from the public.

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

The Board discussed concerns with the traffic and unsafe passing on the state highway out west.

Assessor Lynn McGuire met with the Board to review an Access Idaho Addendum regarding credit card fees.  Commissioner Chapman made a motion to sign the 2nd amended Access Agreement.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.  Lynn also discussed an increase in fees for mailing license plates out.

Recreational Program Manager Steve Frost and Mike Dettori, US Forest Ranger, met with the Board to request consideration of a letter of support for 3 RAC grant proposals including a YCC project, Baumgartner Campground Renovation, and a Noxious Weed Control expansion funding.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to sign a letter of support for the RAC grant proposals.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Unanimous.

The Board reviewed proposed Ordinance #167, relating to Regulating Licensing Entertainment Assembles. The Board will continue to review additional and revisit the proposed Ordinance at a later date.

The Board met to canvas the votes for the March 8th Presidential Primary & Supplemental School Bond Levy Elections.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve and certify the Presidential Primary & School Bond Levy Abstract.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.   The Board discussed their concern of discrepancies in the party affiliation process.

The Board briefly discussed the Man-Made park project minutes.

The Board recessed for lunch at 12:05 p.m.

The Board reconvened at 1:05 p.m. and discussed Tiny house liabilities with Planning and Zoning Administrator Dwight Butlin.

Camas Conservation District Administrative Assistance Brenda Moyer met with the Board to give an Arbor Day Grant Presentation.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to sign the Arbor Day Grant and appoint Brenda as the contact person for the Arbor Day Grant.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed the February commissioner meeting minutes.  Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve the minutes as corrected.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed the bills as presented on the claims list.  Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve the bills as presented.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the claim invoice from Valley Service for parts and supplies.  Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo.  Commissioner Chapman recused himself from voting.  The Board discussed an ambulance invoice and the need to clarify to the departments on pre-approved expenditures and denying the unnecessary mileage claim for a license signature.

The Board adjourned at 3:00 p.m.

Attest:

 

_________________________                                              _____________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                                     Korri Blodgett, Clerk

 

Expenditure Fund Totals:

Justice Fund $4,555.86 Current Expense $9,837.31
Indigent $0 Road & Bridge $15,193.12
District Court $492.72 Revaluation $0
Health $7,223.00 Landfill $360.00
Noxious Weeds $381.70 Junior College Tuition $0
Elections $2,209.84 Ambulance $3,903.34
911 Communications $42,851.62 State Fund $15,504.27
Legion Memorial $0 Historical Society $0
Range Improvement $0 Snowmobile $
Court Trust $0 Waterways Fund $1,000.00
City of Fairfield $1,817.07 School District #121 $5,255.51
Cemetery District $38.34 West Magic Fire Dist. $37.23
Camas Mosquito Dist. $70.47 Camas County Library $0
February Payroll $114,385.09


CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
March 21, 2016

The meeting was called to order at 9:05 a.m. by Chairman Barb McMurdo.  Also present were Commissioner Ron Chapman, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, and Clerk Korri Blodgett.   Commissioner Backstrom was not present as he had a prior commitment.

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

The Board briefly discussed an eligibility notice for circuit breaker/road plowing applications.

Treasurer Gayle Bachtell met with the Board to review the Monthly Financial Statements.

The Board reviewed the Cooperation Law Enforcement Annual Operation Plan & Financial Plan between the Camas County Sheriff’s Office and the USDA, Forest Service Sawtooth National Forest.  Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve and sign the Law Enforcement Annual Operation Plan.  Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo.  Unanimous.

Planning and Zoning Administrator Dwight Butlin met with the Board to present the Reasoned Statement for signatures, regarding the Kaylin Dennis-Thompson Conditional Use Permit C01-15. Commissioner Chapman made a motion to authorize signature.  Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed the Award of 2016 Federal/State General Fund Cost Funds documents provided by Noxious Weed Supervisor. Commissioner Chapman made a motion to sign the acceptance award.  Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo.  Unanimous.

Assessor Lynn McGuire met with the Board to present a Tax Exemption of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.  Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve and sign the tax exemption.  Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo.  Unanimous.

The Board adjourned at 10:30 a.m.

Attest:

_______________________                                                   _______________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                                            Korri Blodgett, Clerk