March 12, 2007

STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho

MARCH SESSION March 12, 2007 SECOND TERM DAY


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

Jim Guthrie, Jim Marks and Stan Leach re: GEM Plan – medical insurance for counties. The group explained the advantage of joining GEM Plan – plan is set up like ICRMP (liability insurance for counties) – 20 counties have signed up for plan – IAC has endorsed the GEM Plan, now that Blue Cross is involved with insurance – discussion followed on employees not wanting to give personal information to GEM Plan. No decision made.

John Dilts re: road report – grading and ditching of roads continue – taking load limits off some of the roads in Idaho County - Pollock Road discussed – river is rising – trying to get project completed this week – fill is coming from local land owners.
Airport report – Engineering is done on underground electrical at the airport – decision has to be made whether to install all of it now or just to building sites; phone conduit will be laid while doing the ditch work. Bennett building in Elk City – Bennett may be interested in renting – selling of old mill site discussed – John will get more information for commissioners.
Various dumpster sites discussed.

Stefanie re: Claims.
Current Expense $94,411.99
Road & Bridge $20,855.57
Airport 811.55
Emergency Comm 2,941.45
District Court 2,114.21
Indigent 9,710.30
Appraisal 282.37
Drug Enforcement 7.53
Solid Waste 98,314.10
Noxious Weed 1,070.59
Snowmobile 25A 2,542.23
Waterways 4,550.00
Snowmobile 25B 2,370.65

Jim made motion to approve claims. Randy seconded. Motion carried.
Total Claims $239,982.54

John Nida re: Sheriff vehicles. Requesting two 2007 Chevy Impalas and three 2007 Chevy Silverado’s – five trade-ins – four year financing – discussion followed. Randy made motion to ask for quotes on vehicles. Jim seconded. Motion carried with both in favor.

Catering permit approved: Reno Club – 3-17-07

Sheriff Department monthly report approved.

Order for cancellation of taxes approved:
Idaho County – 62.08 – exempt property
Betty Richardson – 5.43 – timely payment

February 26, 2007 minutes. Jim made motion to approve as amended. Randy seconded. Motion carried.
March 5, 2007 minutes. Jim made motion to approve as amended. Randy seconded. Motion carried.

11:30 a.m. Randy made motion to enter into executive session for indigent claims. Jim seconded. Motion carried. 11:50 a.m. Ended. Regular resumed.
Three approved – one lien – one release of lien & N-1 – one N-1


Bill Kishpaugh and Group re: Pine Ridge Water and Sewer District – requesting county to sponsor a block grant for an upgrade of water and sewer in the district - $773.000 is amount of project – water study has been submitted to DEQ – Bond election will be held – discussion followed. Jim made motion to sponsor grant. Randy seconded. Motion carried with both in favor.

Commissioners’ reports:
Jim – legislative committee in Boise report – Craig/Wyden – talked with Bill Sali – weed meeting – roadless area – met with James Caswell in Boise – funding for murder trial – met with Riggin’s city clerk re: communication – field burning issue – future meetings – solid waste contracts.

Randy – welfare conference – county news report re: Rose Gehring – Little Salmon Road project – fill-in for Jim Davis will be Suzanne Acton – she will be on contract. Dumpster sites discussed – complaints received on well drilling at Summer Breeze subdivision – artesian well – water is draining on other people’s property – well is not capped – weed meeting – Galli case.

2:35 p.m. Randy made motion to enter into executive session for indigent hearing. Jim seconded. Motion carried.
3:48 p.m. Hearing ended. Regular session resumed.
No decision made – hearing will continue at a later date

Scott Wasem and Jessica Wells re: Idaho State Water Conservation District report. Presented slide show on projects for this district – explained current program – Cottonwood/Threemile/Butcher/BMP Implementations. Requested a letter of intent for fiscal year 2008 – amount $8,000.00. Letter of intent will be sent.

Certificate of residency approved:
Nicole R. Nida

Dixie road 222 & 222D discussed – hearing will be set for September 24, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. – notification will be sent out.

The Board recessed at 4:55 p.m.


Chairman:___________________________ Attest:______________________

March 5, 2007

STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho

MARCH SESSION March 5, 2007 FIRST TERM DAY

The Board met at 9:00 a.m. with Randy Doman and Jim Rehder, Commissioners and Margie Gortsema, deputy clerk, present.

A moment of silence was held for John Schurbon, Commissioner of Idaho County, who passed away February 27, 2007.

John Dilts re: road report. Grading and ditching continues on various roads – work will begin on Pollock road to repair washout as weather permits – bids will go out for gravel crushing and asphalt oil.
Airport report – John is working with NezPerce National Forest Service regarding landing fees. Avista is still working on the plan for power to taxi-ways at the airport.

Jim Church and Susie Heckman re: Idaho County’s 4-H program – short video was presented - gratitude was given to the commissioners for their support and the many leaders and volunteers to make this program a success.

Commissioners’ reports:
Jim – mental health meeting – legislative meeting in Boise.
Randy – reported on the work Gil Bates is doing in regards to Vo-Tech/Industrial Arts program with Kamiah and LCSC. March 26, 2007 – USFS will discuss Plum Co. land status in the Powell area. Closure of Painter Mine Bar Road discussed. Culvert replacement at Squaw Creek.

Greg Skinner re: division of land. Two projects that involve private land accessed by USFS roads. Requesting information on how county wants to handle this in order to stay in compliance with subdivision ordinance. Variance hearing was explained to Greg and he was also to visit with Mike Cook, NPF, regarding ownership of roads.

11:05 a.m. Randy made motion to enter into executive session for indigent claims. Jim seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.
12:00 p.m. Ended. Regular resumed.
Three liens – three N-1 – one release of lien and N-1 – four approvals – one denial.

Russell Vessey requesting exemption of taxes for the year 2006 on the old mill property in Kooskia. Russell discussed this with Jim Beckman - taxes for 2005 have been paid – James Zehner provided background information. Discussion followed. Randy made motion to forgive taxes for 2006. Jim seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.

Elected Officials Meeting:
Sharon Cox – tax sales and deeds have been recorded. Personal property tax bill is still in question at the State Legislature – discussion followed.
James Zehner – reported on the five year appraisal plan for Idaho County - Bennett Lumber litigation has ended - application will be sent to IAC for partial reimbursement through the Industrial Litigation Fund. James will be attending meeting regarding user fees for ATV’s, horseback riding etc. Urban Renewal Act discussed.
Larry Dasenbrock reported his deputies are under going annual training – requested information on licensing ATV & UTV House Bill 187 – Randy suggested that Larry check the Department of Parks and Recreation website for this information.

Bill Hazelton re: Deep Woods subdivision - Bill owns lots 3 & 4 – built a shop on the property line between the lots – requesting to decrease lot 3 by 75 feet. Mr. Hazelton was asked if he checked the covenants regarding restrictions. Discussion followed.

Max Pelham re: church exemption for the Virgin Ministries. Discussion followed. Commissioners requested more information before exemption would be granted. Randy will contact Michael Virgin for the information.

Ron Prall re: Valley View Subdivision and Valley View Water & Sewer District. Ron expressed his concerns about a property owner in this subdivision filing a petition to remove several lots from the subdivision. Commissioners explained that no decision can be made until a hearing has been held – residents in this area will be notified when and if this does happen.

James Zehner asked permission to hire Linda Gullickson as a temporary employee for his office – Randy made motion to approve the hiring. Jim seconded. Motion carried.

Board recessed at 3:17 p.m.


Chairman:_____________________________ Attest:__________________________

February 26, 2007

STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho

FEBRUARY SESSION February 26, 2007 THIRD TERM DAY


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

John Dilts re: road report. Graveling of Ridgewood Drive continues – Salmon River Road project discussed.
John Schurbon requested the dumpster site on Tommy Taha needs to be developed. John Dilts will check the area for possible Spring work.

Janet Hoyle, Idaho Soil Conservation Commissioner, re: Squaw Creek culvert replacement on Seven Devil’s road – work will be done early August – two weeks of construction – road closure for one week discussed – Bureau of reclamation will take care of right of ways on this project – NezPerce National Forest will donate a cattle guard for this project. Culvert replacement will go out for bid – Bureau of Reclamation will provide bid package. Bid opening set for April 9, 2007 at 9:15 a.m.

Mike Cook re: Shingle Creek Road – letter presented from Bryan DeVeny to NezPerce National Forest – Hunter Edward will meet with Ray Hamell regarding this road – discussion followed – Mike mentioned there is no plan to widen road by the forest service – road is still in litigation.

Stefanie re: Claims.
Current Expense $21,489.30
Airport 23.86
District Court 1,413.72
Indigent 10,298.31
Drug Enforcement 950.00
Waterways 2,400.00
Road & Bridge $3,718.60
Emergency Comm 2,108.11
Title III 988.56
Appraisal 32.95
Noxious Weeds 874.23
Snowmobile 25B 9,179.63

Jim made motion to move bill from North West Communication - $730.00 – to Emergency Communication from Sheriff’s budget. Discussion followed. Randy seconded. Randy and Jim voted, yes. John abstained. Motion carried.
Jim made motion to approved claims as amended. Randy seconded. Motion carried.
Total Claims $53,477.26

Wayne Davis re: funding of $21 million from State to replace money from possible loss of Craig/Wyden funding – discussion followed – Davis will meet with legislators tomorrow in Boise.

Kathy Warford re: vacation of road in Mount Idaho – presented petition and map of road – discussion followed – commissioners called for hearing.

11:30 a.m. Randy made motion to enter into executive session for indigent claims. John seconded. Motion carried.
12:10 p.m. Ended. Regular resumed.
One denial – two approved – three assignments – one lien – one N-1

Randy re: Secesh Cemetery – received call from Grangeville Cemetery – discussion followed – visited with Paul Kimmell from the Farm Bureau – discussion on wolves – burning ban – received call from Darcy Petterson removal of all facilities off Pilot Knob at request of tribe – French Creek slide – Riggins dumpster site.

Judge Bradbury re: District Court office – requesting to change his office – commissioners approved.

Nancy Edwards and group requesting funding from county for Grangeville Senior Citizens – discussion followed. Jim made motion to give $250.00 to citizens. John seconded. Motion carried. Transportation bus also discussed.

Jim – reported on Pollock garbage site – web sense – discussion followed – mental health meeting at St. Mary’s Hospital – burning ban.


Terry Vanderwall, Mayor of Grangeville, re: Area of Impact – also present Joe Wright reported on code changes for area of impact – City of Grangeville is looking at their current area of impact – first meeting is March 13, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. to review ordinances – process is to let commissioners know the city is beginning the procedure.
John Schurbon stated he has problems applying city regulations to county people – discussion followed.
Joe stated they are not asking for new area to be added to area of impact – just make sure ordinances are in compliance with changes in Idaho Code – area of impact has been in since 1995.
Randy stated they no longer have area of impact on west side of city because some of area has been annexed – growth is changing for city and county – airport may also become an issue along with truck route.

Kirk MacGregor gave update on Lankford case.

Sharon Cox re: tax deeds – five properties as follows:

Tucker, Charles G
Ferdinand – Orig Town
Lots 1,2 Blk 10

Moffett, Sara L
Kooskia-Orig Town
Lots 7 & 8 Blk H

Lindsay, Mark A
Junction Flats Subdivision
Lot 9 Blk 1

Terhaar, Hubert B
Cottonwood-Rhoades
Lot 4 Blk 21

Johnson, James C
Flying Elk II Subdivision
Lot 23 3.03 AC

John made motion for parcels to go out for tax deed. Jim seconded. Motion carried.

Marlene George requesting money for Elk City Senior Meals. Discussion followed. Randy made motion to give $150.00 for Elk City Seniors. Jim seconded. Motion carried.

3:05 p.m. Randy made motion to enter into executive session for pending litigation. John seconded. Motion carried.
3:38 p.m. Ended. Regular resumed.
No decision made

Lou Brown, BLM District Manager, introduced new BLM employees for Cottonwood office – Chuck Dillon to replace Ron Grant. Joe O’Neal will replace LuVerne Grussing. Treaty land vs. fee land discussed – timber sales – eco system management – land acquisition in Elk City – discussion followed.

Idaho Historical Society – Jim made motion to appoint Jim May to serve on the board. John seconded. Motion carried.

Jim’s report continued – meeting with Congressman Sali on March 10, 2007 after Lincoln Day celebration – topics discussed on what to talk to Sali about – Payette Travel plan – legislation at IAC meeting – sewer permit increase.

February 20, 2007 minutes. John made motion to approve minutes. Randy seconded. Motion carried.

Eric Wassmuth met with commissioners re: wind power project south of Greencreek – he stated data is looking good – discussion followed.

The Board adjourned at 4:50 p.m.

Chairman:______________________________ Attest:___________________

February 20, 2007

STATE OF IDAHO
County of Idaho

FEBRUARY SESSION February 20, 2007 SECOND TERM DAY


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

Wayne Davis and Beck Hogg, Grangeville School District, re: Idaho County Forest Fund (Craig/Wyden) – reported on their visit with the Idaho State Legislature - requesting the state fund the $21million if we are not able to get it from the Federal Government. Discussion followed.

John Dilts re: road report. Ditching, graveling of roads in Dixie – load limits applied to roads – letter sent to John from Upper Clearwater River Retired Teachers wishing to obtain permission to place signs just inside the road boundaries and in front of locations in areas to preserve the history of the pioneer schools of Idaho County. Discussion followed. RAC grant has been approved for Secesh Road – John will keep in touch with grant writer and NEPA member.
Garbage site in Riggins discussed – NezPerce National Forest may help with funding for improving this spot – John will work with Mike Cook.
Airport report – grant process for $450,000 available to acquire land for future expansion of the airport – this is for information to the commissioners only – this cannot be done until Riedesel closes out current grant. Meeting in Seattle for airport information – John will attend portion of meeting.

Carl Crabtree re: computer purchase for his office - grant money is available for purchase – cost $2,800 – Jim made motion to approve purchase. John seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.

Carl Thompson re: Too Kush Road – area Tahoe Ridge – requesting improvement on road – this road is mostly dirt – large potholes – 1.5 mile of road – road is graded about three times each year – commissioners will check with John Dilts.

Jim Rehder report: airport weed problem – jail recreation yard opposition via phone calls – mental health board meeting in Cottonwood next week – legislative committee agenda and update of county legislation – dumpster site cleanup at Pine Bar – Health District meeting.

Sally Foster re: Valley View Tract II subdivision along Highway 12 – between Kamiah and Kooskia across from Mormon Church – requesting to vacate a portion of this plat – wants to have this portion listed under agriculture exemption – seed land to clover for their bee business – requesting to also vacate the roads in this portion of the subdivision. Subdivision is in the Kidder Harris Highway District.
Leo Robinett (highway district) stated he has no problem vacating these roads – they will work with county – commissioners will review request with Dennis Albers. Sally presented petition to commissioners.

Financial report for Idaho County for fiscal year 2006 signed.

Carol Moerhle re: North Central Health District report – presented health status to identify community health problems – West Nile Virus discussed.

11:35 a.m. Randy made motion to enter into executive session for indigent claims. Jim seconded. Motion carried with all in favor.
12:05 p.m. Ended. Regular session resumed after lunch.
Two approved One tabled

Jim Rehder excused himself for remainder of the day – trip to Boise for Legislative Committee meeting.

Russell Vessey – sold his mill site in Stites in 2005 – county is assessing him $180.00 each year for personal property on this site. Commissioners stated he should review this with James Zehner, Assessor. Russell also questioned the Stites grade – discussion followed.

February 12, 2007 minutes. Randy made motion to approve minutes as presented. John seconded. Motion carried.

John Schurbon report: attended Kooskia City Council meeting – Ranger Station in Kooskia will be closed - Kamiah station will remain open. CEDA meeting.

Randy Doman report: Ranger station in Kooskia – timber sale out of Red River – Army Corp of Engineers meeting – CEDA grants.

Sheriff Department monthly report approved.]

Liquor License approved:
Back Eddy Grill – beer & wine
Dales Cashway – beer
Jilindas – beer - wine

The Board recessed at 1:30 p.m.


Chairman:______________________ Attest:____________________________