June 2015 Minutes

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FIRST DAY OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
June 8, 2015

The meeting was called to order at 9:02 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 briefly discussed asking the prosecutor and sheriff to investigate an individual that has died and owes the county money.

Mayor Scott Marolf met with the Board to discuss the lots that the Sheriff’s office sits on.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to have the prosecutor draft up a quitclaim deed to transfer the property that the Sheriff’s office sits on to the City.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to support the Camas County Weed Superintendent in obtaining funding through the Southern Idaho Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) for fiscal year 2015.  These funds will be used for weed control activities on US Forest Service Lands located in the Fairfield Ranger District, Camas County Idaho.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

US Forest Service Mike Dettori met with the Board to discuss support of RAC projects submitted by the Fairfield Ranger District. The Sawtootth Avalanche Center Weather Station Installations and Upgrades promotes public safety and recreation opportunities through the installation of two remote weather stations in avalanche prone areas frequented by motorized recreationists in Camas County. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to submit a letter in support.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.  Mike also discussed a proposal to increase Christmas tree permit fees from $5.00 to $ 10.00.  Mike also discussed the Man-made park project.

Blaine County Waterways coordinator Lamar Waters met with the Board to request support at Magic Reservoir.    Mr. Waters is requesting annual funding of $1000, to help support and improve waterways recreation, accessibility, and safety.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve funding to help support these projects.   Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

Welfare Services Director Annie Frostenson met with the Board to review indigent case # 1C-2015-10009.

Commissioner McMurdo made a motion to go into Executive Session per Idaho Code 67-2345(10(d) to consider records that are exempt from disclosure.  A roll call vote showed all in favor.  The Board entered into Executive session at 11:08 a.m. After a motion duly made, seconded and unanimous. The board came out of executive session.

Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to deny, as applicant has requested and sent in a withdrawal letter.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to deny Indigent Case #1C-2015-10009. Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to nominate Commissioner Terry Kramer and Tom Faulkner to serve on the Board of Health for South Central Public Health District.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board discussed the new docks out at Kids Pond.    On May 18th the Board had approved $500.00 in support of a new dock.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to amend and approve $521.81, for the actual cost.  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 Backstrom made a motion to approve the bill submitted by Valley Service.  Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo.  Commissioner Chapman recused himself from voting.

The Board reviewed the May 11th, 18th and 26th meeting minutes.  Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve the minutes as amended.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.

Attest:

 

__________________________                                                           _____________________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                                            Korri Blodgett, Clerk

 

Expenditure Fund Totals:

Justice Fund $2,512.13 Current Expense $6,610.04
Indigent $224.50 Road & Bridge $26,379.06
District Court $326.72 Revaluation $0
Health $500.00 Landfill $706.56
Noxious Weeds $5,282.02 Elections $0
Ambulance $2,022.18 911 Communications $1,959.23
State Fund $13,938.78 Legion Memorial $4,000.00
Snowmobile $0 City of Fairfield $7,060.23
School District #121 $18,151.76 Cemetery District $129.61
West Magic Fire Dist. $250.07 Camas Mosquito Dist. $147.89
Camas County Library $2,637.87 Junior College Tuition $0
Waterways Fund $2,520.81 Range Improvement $0
Historical Society $2,100.00 Court Trust $2,585.69
May Payroll $116,047.14

 

Camas County Commissioners Meeting
June 15, 2015

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 a request from the Chamber of Commerce to support the 4th of July fireworks display.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to contribute $250.00, in support of the fireworks display.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Unanimous.

The Board discussed waiving the ambulance event fees for the Camas County Rodeo.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to waive the ambulance event fee.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Commissioner McMurdo abstained from voting as she is on the rodeo committee.

The Board discussed the road to the Corral cemetery.  The Board concurs that it is a dedicated county road, open to the public.

The Board reviewed the Hay Contract Agreement for services at the Airport. The agreement includes an increase of $25.00 per ton harvested, paid to the County general fund. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve and sign the Hay Contract Agreement.   Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed an invoice from the IAC Public Lands Trust, requesting dues to help support Idaho SRS Reauthorization services.  Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve the request.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed an updated contract between Camas County and Intermountain Hospital for the provision of mental health services for involuntary mental holds from Camas County in 2014/2015.  For this contract year, Intermountain Hospital is requesting a 5% rate increase over our existing contracted rate.  This means that the current rate of $827. will increase to $868., when the new provider contract takes effect on June 1st.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to sign the agreement.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board briefly discussed the noxious weed extra helps wages.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the wages increase, effective May 28, 2015.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed budget work papers.

The Board adjourned at 12: 05 p.m.

Attest:

____________________                                                           ____________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                                            Korri Blodgett, Clerk

Camas County Commissioners Meeting
June 22, 2015

The meeting was called to Order at 9:02 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.

Sheriff Dave Sanders met with the Board to review a Law Enforcement Assistance Agreement between Elmore County and Camas County to assist Idaho County Concerts LLC is hosting a country music concert in Elmore County on July 31-August 2, 2015.  Elmore County agrees to pay to the Assisting Agency the sum of $ 36.03 made a motion to sign the law enforcement Agreement between Elmore County and Camas County.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

Road and Bridge Supervisor Mike Gill and Steven Yearsley from Forsgren Associates met with the Board to discuss the bridge pilings. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to authorize the predrilling on the Mormon bridge, along with the increase in fees.   Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

Camas Soil Conservation District Board members, Kevin Wear, Bill Davis and Brenda Moyer met with the Board to request funding for the Fiscal Year 2016.  They Sage Grouse plan wrote up, workshops they discussed the different events that they are involved in such as Arbor Day, the Shelter belt.  The Board is requesting $4800.00 for Fiscal year 2016.

The Board adjourned as a Board of Commissioners and met as a Board of Equalization.  The Board met with Ilse Hylton on a Tax Appeal on Parcel #002600000050, Lot 5 Silver Brush Subdivision. Ilse Hylton presented her case and and Assessors Lynn McGuire present information and documentation to support her assessed value.  The Board closed the hearing and adjourned as a Board of Equalization. Motion to uphold the Assessors assessed value of parcel #RP0026000000050.

The Board adjourned at 12:05.

 

ATTEST

________________________                                                                                ________________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                                                            Korri Blodgett, Clerk

May 2015 Minutes

Posted on by Brianna Walter

FIRST DAY OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CAMAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
May 11, 2015

The meeting was called to order at 9:03 a.m. by Commissioner Barb McMurdo. Also present were Commissioner Ron Chapman, Commissioner Ken Backstrom and Deputy Clerk Annie Frostenson.

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

The Board discussed correspondence with the Kid’s Pond. The Board would like to gather some funding to help support more dock additions.

Commissioner McMurdo inquired about donations towards fireworks for the 4th of July celebration. They will look into what the donation was for last year.

The Board discussed correspondence with the proposed Nationwide Waterway Bill and upcoming changes for vehicle registrations.

The Board discussed the grasshopper and Mormon cricket infestation program through I.A.C.

Commissioner McMurdo made a motion to go into executive session per Idaho Code 6702345(1)(d),  to discuss matters that are exempt from disclosure. A roll call vote showed all in favor. The Board entered into Executive Session per I.C. 67-2345(1)(d) at 9:23 a.m. The Board came out of Executive session at 9:35 a.m.

Commissioner Backstrom made the motion to deny the Indigent case based on other resources. Seconded by McMurdo. Unanimous.

The Board discussed a recent letter McMurdo had received in regards to all records of road closures on public road use in Camas County.  The Board discussed the letter with the Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember and he will appropriate the correct response.

Commissioner McMurdo discussed with the Board a letter from Blaine County in regards to Mental Health Awareness Month.

Commissioner McMurdo discussed a letter from E-911 grant applications for the F.Y 2016. The Board will forward the information to Sheriff Dave Sanders.

The Board took a brief recess at 9:57 a.m.

The Board reconvened at 10:04 a.m. and met with the South Central Public Health Representatives. Each Representative discussed their programs and the current promotions for this year in Camas County. Rene LeBlanc from South Central District Health discussed the Budget for 2016. He provided the Board with the FY 2016 Budget Proposal.

Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to appoint Pam Jones to present the approved Proxy for South Central District Health. Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Unanimous.

Mike Matthews, State Director for US Senator Jim Risch, was present to discuss and reach out to the board about the Idaho Congressional Delegation. Also present were Samantha Marshall and Linda Culver. The Board discussed with the representatives the new Energy and Water Bill in connection with the National Clean Water Act. The Representatives announced a two year extension was approved for SRS funding. The reps announced the upcoming hearing for The White Clouds Bill.

The City of Fairfield Clerk, Mickey Dalin, presented to the Board Special Tax Assessments. County Tax Collector, Gayle Bachtell, was also present. Mickey discussed with the Board issues that occur from tax delinquencies. Mickey requests from the Board that she can continue to take measures to collect on these delinquencies. The Board agrees that Mickey will meet back to the Board in July to present on a current list of Special Tax delinquencies.  Mickey Dalin discussed the newly proposed water rates for the City in compliance with the new well and water tank required by DEQ.

The Board took a break for lunch at 11:50 a.m.

The Board reconvened from lunch at 1:05 p.m. Megan Stelma discussed with the Board the survey from the Idaho Rural Partnerships community review. Megan is requesting the County help finance the survey costs. The Board will discuss the subject and decide at a later date.

The Board discussed and reviewed a County Application for financial assistance from CSI. The Board denied the application based on no proof of residency.

The Board reviewed the County Claims. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the bills. Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo. Unanimous. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve Valley Service bills. Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo. Commissioner Chapman recused himself.

The Board reviewed the Commissioner meeting minutes from April. Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve the minutes of April 13, 20 and 27 with an amendment to the April 27th minutes.

Commissioner McMurdo made a motion to approve the Office Depot bill. Commissioner Chapman seconded. Unanimous.

The meeting adjourned at 2:05 p.m.

Attest:

                                                                                                                                                                                                               

Barb McMurdo, Chair                                                                                     Korri Blodgett, Clerk

Expenditure Fund Totals:

Justice Fund $8588.81 Current Expense $8,520.28
Indigent $77.99 Road & Bridge $13,422.46
District Court $994.29 Revaluation $0
Health $500.00 Landfill $360.00
Noxious Weeds $30,126.29 Elections $0
Ambulance $1,112.04 911 Communications $64.80
State Fund $14,982.93 Legion Memorial $0
Snowmobile $0 City of Fairfield $8,094.70
School District #121 $3,492.99 Cemetery District $264.52
West Magic Fire Dist. $193.89 Camas Mosquito Dist. $594.00
Camas County Library $2,431.20 Junior College Tuition $0
Waterways Fund $0 Range Improvement $0
Historical Society $0 April Payroll $111,974.21

Camas County Commissioners Meeting
May 18, 2015

The Meeting was called to order at 9:05 am 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 Chapman made a motion to approve the agenda as posted.  Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom.  Unanimous.

The Board discussed correspondence from Wood River RC & D. seeking funding from the County to support South Central Idaho’s Precipitation Enhancement Strategy (SCIPES) project.    The Clerk will contact Bill Davis to schedule an appointment for them to give a presentation for financial support.

Assessor Lynn McGuire met with the Board to present an application for an Exemption from the Soldier Mtn Ski Area.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the exemption.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

Sheriff Dave Sanders met with the Board and discussed the McCann fire and another matter concerning a pending criminal case.

City Clerk Mickey Dalin met with the Board to discuss the City Clean-up Day on May 30th and 31st.  Mickey is asking to see if the county would like to be involved.    The City will be contributing a minimum of $ 500. and a maximum of $1000.00.  Based upon the numbers from last year’s sign in sheets, Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve a 33% contribution, with a maximum contribution of $350.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board discussed funding for docks at Kids Pond.   Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve a $500. contribution towards material needed for a new dock at Kids Pond.  Commissioner McMurdo will contact Fred Marolf to let him know of our descion.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to go into Executive Session per Idaho Code 67-2345(1)(b) to consider the evaluation or disciplining of an employee.  A roll call vote showed all in favor.  The Board entered into executive session at 10: 20 a.m.  The Board came out of executive session at 10:35 a.m. after a roll call vote showed all in favor.

The Board continued with deliberations on the Draft Zoning Ordinance.

Noxious Weed Supervisor Terry Lee met with the Board to discuss RAC Funding.  He also discussed purchasing 2 Apple Air II IPads for use in his department.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the purchase.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board adjourned at 12:11 p.m.

Attest:

_______________________                                                                   _______________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                                                            Korri Blodgett, Clerk

Camas County Commissioners Meeting
May 26, 2015

The meeting was called to order at 9:00 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.

Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to modify the trash cleanup participation amount, made on May 18th in the amount of $350.00, to a maximum amount of $500.00 dollars.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

Road and Bridge Supervisor Mike Gill met with the Board and presented a Project Agreement with the United States Forest Service.  The agreement covers the Road and Bridge Dept. providing road work and maintenance on the 227 road which is Dollarhide to Featherville.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve and sign the Project Agreement documents.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.   Mike also presented the Parks and Recreation Grant Acceptance documents that Camas County was awarded in the amount of $100,000.00 towards the Mormon bridge replacements.  Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to sign and accept the awards grant from the Dept. of Parks and Recreation.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board reviewed a Letter of Engagement with France, Basterrechea, Wagner & Bunn to provide the Fiscal Year 2015 annual audit.  Commissioner Chapman made a motion to sign the Letter of Engagement of France, Basterrechea, Wagner &Bunn.  Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo.   Commissioner Backstrom recused himself from voting.

Wood River RC&D representatives Bill Davis and Terry Ruby met with the Board to do a presentation to support South Central Idaho’s Precipitation Enhancement Strategy (SCIPES) project.

The Board discussed the Fire Dept. agreement between the City and County.   Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to authorize the Chairman and prosecutor to move forward on working out the figures of the assets to be turned over to the City.  Seconded by Commissioner Chapman.  Unanimous.

The Board adjourned at 11:30

Attest:

_______________________                                                   ________________________

Barb McMurdo, Chairman                                                            Korri Blodgett, Clerk