June 20, 2005

STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho

JUNE SESSION June 20, 2005 THIRD TERM DAY


The Board met at 8:45 a.m. with Randy Doman, Jim Rehder, Alice Mattson, Commissioners and Rose Gehring, Clerk, present.

Elected officials meeting. Those present: Larry Dasenbrock, Sheriff, Kirk MacGregor, Prosecuting Attorney, Jim Beckman, Assessor, Commissioners and Clerk.

Jon Stroop re: road report. Upper Rabbit Creek Road – county maintained up to 1975 than in between 1975 and 1981 road was taken off maintenance list – approximately one mile – need culvert work – road widened – re-ditched – base is good – cost to fix road has not been determined – depends on upgrade of road – Alice wants something done temporarily – Randy stated we will have to look at a way so we can help people with the roads, but funding is going down – we need a process so everyone can follow and know what it is – Jim agrees. Discussion followed. Several concerned citizens in this area voiced their request for help with this road.
- Jon stated – in order for county to maintain a new section of road – state has to be involved – LHTAC has to be involved. Commissioners will review road and work with Jon on stabilization of this road.

Jon continued with airport report. – pre-bid report – temporary help for Secesh Meadows roads on as needed basis when the Idaho County road crew is in this area – discussion followed. Pay for road crew when out of our area discussed – Jim made motion to approve payment of $50.00 per Diem for food & travel trailer. Alice seconded. Motion carried.
- Commissioners approved procedural.

Don Solberg re: GEM Plan for medical insurance for the county. – Don stated some doctors and hospitals are not in with the GEM Plan – this is a concern – Don will talk to Ron from GEM to see what is necessary for them to give us a quote. Don also discussed Regency Blue Shield – options – 9.6% across the board for premium increase this year. Last year – 15.6%. Don will also provide us with a Blue Cross quote.

Kirk MacGregor re: earnest money paid down for nursing home – Alice wanted to know if this was a done deal – Randy explained nursing home business – waiver should be given from City of Grangeville – Kirk will draft document.
- Purchase & Sale Agreement reviewed by Kirk – Title Insurance has been ordered – hospital has agreed to split the cost on this.

Joyce Dearstyne, Trent & Marilyn Woods re: property tax relief on Framing Our Community Incubator – wants relief until they get businesses in – requesting five year tax moratorium - occupancy is now 20% - construction was delayed, so they lost tenants – wants time to build tenant base up.
- Randy stated he would like to see the incubator succeed, but has to look at this on a yearly basis – group is willing to do this. No decision made at this time – group will return next week for Board of Equalization.

11:16 a.m. Jim made motion to enter into executive session for approval concern on indigent claim. Randy seconded. Motion carried.

11:32 a.m. Executive session ended. Regular session resumed.
- Jim made motion to reconsider motion on approval of indigent claim as of 6-13-05. Randy seconded. Motion carried with Jim and Randy voting – yes. Alice – no.
- Jim made motion to deny the claim on the indigent hearing of 6-13-05. Randy seconded. Motion carried with Jim and Randy voting – yes. Alice – no

Bailey and Company contract to audit books for Idaho County – Jim wants proposal from Jo Bolen – former auditors for Idaho County.

11:40 a.m. Randy made motion to enter into executive session for indigent claims. Alice seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.

11:55 a.m. Executive session ended. Regular session resumed.
Two claims approved – one denial

Lorraine Roach re: regional main street program – gave presentation on visitor survey – explained the grant this group is applying for – will be administrated through City of Kooskia instead of Idaho County.

Tim Rubio re: Workforce Investment Act of 1998 – decline of money coming from feds to state – 18% cut – 5 yr operating plan changed into 2 yr program. Discussion – new program presented by Governor will not provide funding for regional boards for our rural areas. Consortium Agreement – Resolution and letter to Emily Stover DeRocco to express opposition to Governor Kempthorne’s program discussed.

Dan Johnson and John Schurbon, North Central Idaho Alliance, gave report on how alliance started and what there purpose is – presented information to the commissioners to encourage Idaho County to stay with the alliance – issues continue to rise – mission is to defend non-tribal residents that live within the reservation. Discussion followed. Randy will draft letter to the EPA.

Dennis Albers re: Ordinance review for inspection system relating to the conversion of manufactured housing to real property pursuant to the provisions of the Idaho Code. Ordinance #49. Jim made motion to adopt Ordinance #49. Randy seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.
- Dennis reviewed Ordinance #50 regarding permit system for mobile homes or manufactured homes. Discussion followed. Hearing set for July 11, 2005 at 1:00 p.m.
- Trudy Slagle and Dave Warburton re: purchases and HB157. – presented 3 quotes for patrol cam in-car video system. Commissioners approved the quote from Kustom Signals, Inc. for $16,190.00.
- HB157 re: charging nonindigent inmates for health care visits – providing that county jails are authorized to create a self-perpetuating commissary fund – may increase the fee that sheriff departments collect go from $5.00 to $20.00 for the purpose of seeing the jail provided doctor or nurse for a medical complaint. Discussion followed.

Commissioners reviewed correspondence:
- Idaho County Warrant #2005-05069 for $75.00 – post academy – wrong amount – cancelled.

4:10 p.m. Jim made motion to enter into executive session for legal matters. Alice seconded. Motion carried.

4:45 p.m. Executive session ended. Regular resumed.
- No decision made

Liquor catering permit to Hoot’s Café – 7-3-05 – approved.

Order for cancellation of taxes approved:
- Ann Seubert – 206.70 and 19.52. Frank Kowalski – 55.20. Andrew Nuxoll – 172.14. Douglas Steel – 72.48. Cheryl Bransford – 80.74. Mike VonBargen – 11.34. Robert Funke – 29.70. Amy Johnson 127.74. Victor Lustig – 367.98 as per Treasurer.

Commissioners reports:
- Alice – fire mitigation meeting – Kooskia
- Jim – youth in government - fire mitigation meetings – law library – LEPC meeting – E911 meeting – fire mitigation coordinator – two applicants – application not complete – rejected – will go out for advertisement again.
- Randy –CEDA & mental health – health issues – fire meeting (letter from Dick Tucker was read) discussion – Randy wants everyone to be heard at these meetings not just the vocal ones.

Resolution #32 granting permission to the Idaho County Treasurer to destroy those certain records, which have been kept a number of years – of no further use to the treasurer. Jim made motion to approve resolution. Alice seconded. Motion carried with all in favor. Signed.

June 13, 2005 minutes. Jim made motion to approve minutes as amended. Alice seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.

The Board recessed at 5:25 p.m.

Chairman:___________________________ Attest:________________________

June 13, 2005

STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho

JUNE SESSION June 13, 2005 SECOND TERM DAY

The Board met at 9:00 a.m. with Randy Doman, Jim Rehder, Alice Mattson, Commissioners and Rose Gehring, Clerk, present.

Jess Hawley re: Idaho County Nursing Home – gave status report and proposal terms – Syringa Hospital pay $100,000. for building and contents – their lawyer and prosecuting attorney will draft agreement for closing.
- Inventory list discussed – Kirk MacGregor will contact Advanced Health Care to close agreement Agreement will be discussed June 20, 2005.

Jerry O’Neil re: road problems – ten concerned citizens present – Ron Pike (speaker) regarding road #2 – James road off of C5 Ranch in Pleasant Valley area – road is deterioating - disabled people live in area – requesting county to maintain another 1.2 miles up to Doves of the Valley Subdivision – road is top of Rabbit Creek road – Jon Stroop and Dennis Albers will get further information and return to commissioners June 20, 2005.

Mike Cook, NezPerce National Forest, re: agreement No. 37 between U S Department of Agriculture Forest Service and Idaho County to provide up to 6,500 cubic yards of 1” minus rock and 100 cubic yards of 3” minus rock from their stockpile at Dixie Summit to assist in Idaho County’s work on Forest Development road No. 222 from Dixie Summit towards the outskirts of Dixie which will reduce sediment and provide an improved driving surface for the public. Idaho County will perform the work to fix the road. Jim made motion to accept the agreement. Alice seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.

Jon Stroop re: airport and road report. Seasonal employee discussed – Secesh meadow area – Idaho County Road department employees will stay in this area while fixing the roads of this area – employees will be paid on a per diem basis.
- Battle Ridge road – 2/3 of road slid – road has been fixed. Warren area - work being done.
- Road to Stites Cemetery discussed – Jim wants this problem resolved – Dennis Albers explained the process for this road to be made public – alternate routes discussed – Jon will get further information.

Jerry Zumalt re: slide area near River Front Garden Estates in Lucile Area – excess of million dollars to sustain slope – discussion followed. Requesting resolution to declare this area a disaster. Governor needs this proclamation for state to receive funding – county has not incurred any cost – state will work with residents – 24 hour personnel on scene because of potential threat – land continues to slide.
- Jim made motion to adopt resolution to declare disaster. Randy seconded. Discussion. Motion carried with all in favor.
- Protocol discussed when a disaster happens – Jim stated he would like to be made aware when disaster happens – plus a place to debrief – explained. Alice feels sheriff should be notified. Jim agreed.

Syd Fuzzell re: Claims.
Current Expense - $53,245.24
Road & Bridge - $37,640.48
Airport - 2,332.58
Emergency Comm - 23.41
District Court - 4,178.18
Indigent - 11,485.76
Appraisal - 265.93
Drug Enforcement - 94.02
Solid Waste - 68,553.79
Noxious Weed - 7,323.46
Snowmobile 25A - 18.66
- Jim made motion to approve claims. Alice seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.
- Total Claims - $185,161.51

11:42 a.m. Jim made motion to enter into executive session for indigent claims. Alice seconded. Motion carried.
12:04 p.m. Executive session ended. Regular session resumed.
- Two approved One lien One N-1 One release of lien & N-1

1:05 p.m. Jim made motion to enter into executive session for an indigent hearing. Alice seconded. Motion carried.
2:05 p.m. Executive session ended. Regular session resumed.
- Jim made motion to approve claim from indigent hearing. Alice seconded. Motion carried with Jim and Alice voting yes. Randy – no.

Fire Mitigation Coordinator application review – Randy opted to stay out of interviewing the applicants – 1-2 years for this position – depends on funding – Randy explained - Jim and Alice reviewed the applications – discussion followed on who should be working on this.
- Randy made motion to develop a three member team to review application. Jim Rehder will be a member and will choose two others in order to interview applicants for fire coordinator – Jim will return to commissioners with results to appoint or to readvertize for this position. Jim seconded. Motion carried with Jim and Randy yes. Alice abstained.

Dennis Albers reviewed ordinance providing a permit system for the installation of mobile homes or manufactured homes within Idaho County. Dennis also explained notice of hearing.
- Jim made motion to set hearing for ordinance. Randy seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.

Commissioners reviewed correspondence:
- Jim made motion to set hearing for road name change. Alice seconded. Motion carried with all in favor. Hearing set for July 11, 2005 at 10:00 a.m.

Certificate or residency approved:
- Carmen Joel Bullock

Jim made motion to approve the value reduction as follows:
- Ted Schmidt – value reduction $6,394. for ½ year
- Lydia Chrane – value reduction $10,556. for ½ year – both buildings destroyed by fire. Randy seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.

3:30 p.m. Randy made motion to enter into executive session for legal matters. Jim seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.
4:05 p.m. Executive session ended. Regular session resumed.
- No decision made

June 6, 2005 minutes. Randy made motion to approve minutes as corrected. Jim seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.

Reports:
- Alice attended special meeting in NezPerce, Idaho discussing EPA and FARR rules and regulations.
- Jim attended IAC commissioners and clerks conference in Moscow.
- Randy reported on unclaimed property funds – endowment lands – litigation funds – roadless rule – fire mitigation plan.

The Board recessed at 4:30 p.m.


Attest:____________________________ Chairman:___________________________

June 6, 2005

STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho

JUNE SESSION June 6, 2005 FIRST TERM DAY

The Board met at 9:00 a.m. with Randy Doman, Jim Rehder, Alice Mattson, Commissioners and Rose Gehring, Clerk, present.

Randy re: fire mitigation grant for Secesh Meadow area is in jeopardy because no follow up for over a year – nothing was done – Randy will attend meeting in order to recoup the funding – meeting is scheduled for June 21st and 22nd.

May 31, 2005 minutes. Jim made motion to approve minutes as corrected. Alice seconded. Motion carried.

Beverage license approved:
- Flying Resort Ranches, Inc. – beer

Idaho County Catering Permit approved:
- St. Anthony’s Society for July 4, 2005 – Greencreek, Idaho

James Zehner re: road naming – changing of names on roads – discussion followed. Dennis Albers explained there is a process for this in the ordinance – discussion. Jim made motion to keep standard of $100.00 for name changing on signs. Dropped for lack of second.
- Randy made motion to charge $40.00 plus cost of sign, if necessary for process of road name changing. Jim seconded. Discussion. Motion carried with Jim and Randy voting yes. Alice, no.

Kenneth Seubert re: removal of burned building in Greencreek area – EPA says he needs permission from county – follow county ordinance #12 – he will place debris on his property – cover with 2-3ft. of dirt.
- Jim made motion to grant permit to Ken Seubert to bury debris from his neighbors shop fire, which consists mainly of metal debris, to his property in accordance with DEQ rules and regulations and in accordance with County Ordinance #12. Randy seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.

Commissioners reports:
- Alice didn’t attend meetings, but was contacted by several people in her area regarding removal of dumpsters; also people have concerns on things being dumped in dumpsters that are not appropriate. Pleasant Valley road to Blees – county hasn’t maintained past Blees’ home – now many families are living in this area – road is top of rabbit creek road – county road – petition may be filed – discussion followed.

Jerry Zumalt re: homeland security grants – road closure on highway 95 this side or Riggins. Discussion followed. Jim stated we need protocol of when Jerry is called.
- Jerry gave report on grant applications and emergency management process – coordinates with Sheriff’s office.

Jim report: called Simmons and Walco regarding dumpsters – possibilities of placement of dumpsters in various areas – NICI tour was a success – will attend commissioners and clerks conference in Moscow this week – PERSI rejection of juvenile probation officer rule of 80 retirement request – road slide on highway 95.

Randy stated meth is a big issue in Idaho County – need to keep people educated – would not be so costly if we had a prevention program – Randy talked with scout troop 668 – they will take on solid waste issues – recycle network may help solve some of the problems – Highway 95 Corridor discussed – employee hand book still in process – should be completed in mid July.

11:30 a.m. Jim made motion to enter into executive session for indigent claims. Randy seconded. Motion carried.
11:55 a.m. Executive session ended. Regular session resumed.
- Three claims approved

Dave Reynolds, Health & Welfare Regional Director, reported on the mental health advisory board – 14 members – gave explanation of power of duties – provide regional advice and services – working with Judge Bradbury on this – possibility of setting up mental health court in Orofino. Discussion followed. It was recommended to Mr. Reynolds that Jim Rehder be selected to serve on the Region 2 Mental Health Advisory Board.

Idaho Historical Commission appointment – Jim made motion to re-appoint Irene Tallent to the Idaho Historical Preservation Commission. Randy seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.

Diamond Springs appeal explained by Dennis Albers.

Mardell Edwards wished the commissioners would not address issues that are not listed on agenda – or postpone items – doesn’t like items being changed.

Certificate of residency approved:
- Britni Lynn Eimers
- Jake P. Chaffee

Sheriff’s Report approved.

The Board recessed at 2:05 P.M.


Chairman:____________________________ Attest:_______________________

May 31, 2005

STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho

MAY SESSION May 31, 2005 FIFTH TERM DAY

The Board met at 9:00 a.m. with Randy Doman, Jim Rehder, Alice Mattson, Commissioners and Rose Gehring, Clerk, present.

Alice re: Clearwater Quick Response Unit grant – for purchase of a cot – letter of support will be sent.

Commissioners Reports:
- Jim – visited with staff of BLM to discuss their projects – NICI tour is 10:00 a.m. June 2, 2005 –Jim called Robert Simmons regarding dumpster sites – attended the sheriff posse exercise in Kirkwood area – R C & D meeting – contacted Qwest for future meeting with commissioners.
- Alice reported on train tour – Ida/Lew meeting in Craigmont – Lewis/Clark celebration – water recovery workshop – North Central Idaho Jurisdictional Alliance meeting- Clearwater Management Council Meeting.
- Randy reported on the WIR meeting he attended in Tacoma, Washington – Wolf depredation (Carlson received their reimbursement) – grant for fire mitigation funding.

10:30 a.m. Jim made motion to enter into executive session for legal matters. Alice seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.
11:50 a.m. Executive session ended. Regular session resumed.
- No decision made

11:53 a.m. Jim made motion to enter into executive session for indigent claims. Alice seconded. Motion carried.
12:05 p.m. Executive session ended. Regular session resumed.
- One lien release – one lien – one N-1 – one approved – one denied

May 23, 2005 minutes. Jim made motion to approve minutes as corrected. Alice seconded. Motion carried.

Commissioners review correspondence – letter from Valley County regarding RS2477 road discussed – will check map and get information – Alice has concern about road – Randy said they will work with Valley County.

Prairie Middle School – Diana Holubetz and Becky Higgins requesting Title III money – amount $2,275.00 – for kids to attend McCall Outdoor Science School (MOSS) – 29 students – Jim made motion to grant request. Alice seconded. Motion carried with all in favor. Jim asked for feed back from the Prairie Students after they attend the school.

Jerry Zumalt regarding 2005 homeland security grant program and continuance of 2003 and 2004 grants – discussion followed.

Crimson Ridge subdivision – Joe Wright, Kevin Tomlinson and Dave Wimer – Dennis Albers discussed easement to subdivision – review with Carl Edwards – covenants, by-laws, maintenance of roads discussed.
- Jim made motion to approve final plat, pending approval of engineer. Randy seconded. Motion carried with all in favor. Recording of plat is subject to approval of Carl Edwards (engineer).

Race Creek meeting cancelled scheduled for June 1, 2005 – another hearing will be scheduled pending further information.

Jerry Zumalt – continued – Jim made motion to sign Memorandum of Understanding between the State of Idaho and Idaho County, formally adopting NIMS (National Incident Management System). Randy seconded. Motion carried Randy and Jim voting yes. Alice no.
- Jim made motion to participate in the Idaho Bureau of Homeland Security Grant Program and sign the Sub-grant Award Document. Randy seconded. Motion carried with all in favor. Total Award - $217,272.85
- Jim made motion to sign the Standard Assurances for the Homeland Security grant. Randy seconded. Motion carried with Jim and Randy voting “yes” – Alice abstained
- Jim made motion to sign certifications regarding lobbying; debarment, suspension and other responsibility matters; and drug-free workplace requirements for the Homeland Security grant. Randy seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.

Order for cancellation of taxes approved:
- Prophecy Trust – 2004 solid waste – 156.00 – billed twice

Randy made motion to send response letter to Bennett Forest Industries regarding Idaho Board of Tax Appeals – Tax Year Appeals 2003 and 2004. Jim seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.

Order for cancellation of taxes approved:
- Klaus Sisters – 12.10 – 2004RP – posting error
- Prophecy Trust – 4.05 – 2004RP – miss understanding

The Board adjourned at 3:50 p.m.


Chairman:_____________________________ Attest:________________________

May 23, 2005

STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho

MAY SESSION May 23, 2005 FOURTH TERM DAY

The Board met at 9:00 a.m. with Randy Doman, Jim Rehder, Alice Mattson, Commissioners and Rose Gehring, Clerk, present.

Summary of Ordinance #48 – Jim made motion to approve summary of Idaho County Ordinance No. 48 which was passed on the 9th day of May, 2005 by the Idaho County Commissioners referred to as the Road Naming and Signing Ordinance. Alice seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.

Removal of Dumpsters in Tommy Taha area discussed – people complaining of no service, but pay taxes. Alice tried talking to Simmons Sanitation to keep dumpsters in the area and have people keep it cleaner – Alice wants all three commissioners to ask for this – not just her – discussion followed.
- Randy stated we need an educational process – some people are not responsible and are placing items in the dumpsters that are not supposed to be placed in dumpsters, plus dumping garbage on the ground – we will continue to lose dumpster sites in Idaho County because of this.

Mardell Edwards complained of city garbage hauling and also of diaper and human waste problem.

Jon Stroop re: Road report – May 21, 2005 auction raised $12,300. – FAA airport project is out for publication.
- Asphalt Oil Bids discussed – Jim made motion to approve oil bids. Alice seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.
- Fueling of airplanes via fuel trucks will begin June 6, 2005 – has hired an employee to take care of this – discussion followed.
- Jim Rehder questioned Stites Cemetery problem – Jon will call Art Lacey regarding gate on road to cemetery.
- Alice questioned road signing – what will county pay for and what is expected of the people to pay for – Jon stated - roads that are maintained by county and used most will be signed – cost of sign $30 -$40 each – Post cost is $16 - $18 – some roads may have to be paid for by private individuals.

Mike Cook, NezPerce National Forest re: Dixie Summit road into Dixie – after pavement ends – two miles – NezPerce National Forest has stock pile of rock at Dixie Summit – will take 5,600 cubic yards of material to fix road – trade rock for service – forest service will provide rock and county will gravel and blade road. Dixie to Dixie Guard Station (3.5 miles) is owned by forest service – blading through few of camp grounds – Manning Creviss Bridge – fixing approaches from both sides of bridge – changing metal rail – trading value for value – Mike will draft agreement for commissioners to review – this is only a proposal – no money exchange – product for service.

Tax Cancellation of taxes approved:
- Don Gutknecht – 11.52 – 2005RP – computing error
- John Wisti Trucking – 419.37 – 2004PP – out of business
- Gary Warden – 188.71 – 2004MH – dismantled
- US of A – 29.15 – 2004RP – non taxable
- State of Idaho – 25.32 – 2004RP – non taxable
- Wayne Hasenohrl – 3.67 – 2005RP – lost in mail

Beverage license approved:
- Secesh Stage Stop – beer & wine

Stephanie and Syd re: Claims:
Current Expense - $52,501.97
Road & Bridge - $38,149.75
Airport - 27,946.33
Emergency Comm - 883.19
District Court - 2,750.76
Indigent - 7,247.07
Appraisal - 653.42
Drug Enforcement - 403.15
Noxious Weed - 15,260.93
Snowmobile 25A - 48.40
Snowmobile 25B - 35.32
- Jim made motion to approve claims. Alice seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.
- Total Claims - $145,880.29

Orville Martin Claim - $4200.00 discussed. Jim made motion to deny claim – untimely. Randy seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.
- Dennis Albers will draft letter to Martin.

Reno Club catering permit. Jim made motion to approve. Alice seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.

May 16, 2005 minutes. Jim made motion to approve minutes as corrected. Alice seconded. Motion carried.

11:35 a.m. Jim made motion to enter into executive session for indigent claims. Randy seconded. Motion carried.
11:50 a.m. Executive session ended. Regular session resumed.
- Three release of liens – four liens – three release of N-1 – four N-1’s

Written consent to use county owned vehicles between Idaho County and the Elk City Quick Response Unit for a 1973 Ford fuel tanker truck and 1989 van/suburban formerly used by Powell QRU - signed.

1:05 p.m. Jim made motion to enter into executive session for legal purposes. Randy seconded. Motion carried.
2:35 p.m. Executive session ended. Regular session resumed.
- No decision made.

Commissioners reports:
- Alice – Transportation meeting in Kooskia
- Jim – Idaho Children’s Trust Fund meeting – Valley County new construction project – auction on Saturday – IAC visit – Technology meeting – Qwest communication – dumpster issue – mobile home issue – St Mary’s Hospital Leadership Award Ceremony – RC&D training – Stites Cemetery – NICI visit in June.
- Randy – money for fire mitigation funding is drying up – fire group meeting – also mentioned meetings he plans to attend.

The Board recessed at 2:50 p.m.

Chairman:___________________ Attest:________________________--