Power County Commission minutes from April
Published in The Power County Press May 19, 2010.
POWER COUNTY
COMMISSIONER MINUTES
The Board of Power County Commissioner met in regular session on Monday, April 12th, 2010. Present were Commissioners Vicki Meadows, Chairman, Ken Estep and Ron Funk. Also present was Power County Clerk Christine Steinlicht.
COMMISSIONER MINUTES: Moved by Commissioner Estep, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to approve the Power County Commissioner Minutes for March 8th and 22nd, 2010, as presented. Carried.
POWER COUNTY LANDFILL – GROUNDWATER MONITORING WELLS: The Commissioners then reviewed the written request of Idaho State University Grad Student Brian Crawford, who is working on his master’s thesis, to pull a water sample from Power County Landfill monitoring wells. Following discussion, and a recommendation from Tom Mullican at the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality, the Commissioners agreed to authorize Mr. Crawford to obtain one water sample from the Power County Landfill’s groundwater monitoring wells with the understanding that the sample will be used solely to further his academic studies.
HARMS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL – LAURA MOORE CUNNINGHAM FOUNDATION GRANT (LETTER OF SUPPORT): Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Estep, seconded by Commissioner Meadows, to execute a letter supporting Harms Memorial Hospital’s grant application to the Laura Moore Cunningham Foundation to purchase a blood gas analyzer. Carried.
IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & WELFARE – 569 BANNOCK AVENUE: The Commissioners reviewed the written notice from the Idaho Department of Health & Welfare that the American Falls office located at 569 Bannock Avenue will be closing within the next six weeks due to the unavailability of State resources. The Commissioners then reviewed the Lease Agreement between Power County and the Idaho Department of Health & Welfare for lease of the premises at 569 Bannock Avenue, which expires on August 31st, 2010. Following discussion, the Commissioners agreed to table further discussion of this matter until May 10th, 2010.
SHOSHONE-BANNOCK TRIBES – NOTICE OF JURISDICTION (NON-MEMBERS): The Commissioners reviewed the proposed Notice of Jurisdiction prepared by Power County Planning & Zoning Attorney Douglas J. Balfour. Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Estep, to authorize and instruct Power County Assessor Douglas Glascock to include the proposed Notice of Jurisdiction with the 2010 tax assessment notices that will be sent out in June, 2010, to non-members of the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes who reside within the common boundaries of Power County and the Fort Hall Indian Reservation, upon the condition that Power County Prosecuting Attorney Randy Kline also approves of said Notice. Carried.
POWER COUNTY SHERIFF – WHISPER MOUNTAIN PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. (TABLE MOUNTAIN COMMUNICATION PLAN): Power County Sheriff Jim Jeffries and Derek Sharp of Whisper Mountain Professional Services, Inc., appeared before the Commissioners to review the proposed Independent Contractor Agreement authorizing Whisper Mountain to facilitate the funding for the installation of the 700 MHz radio repeater on Table Mountain. Following discussion, Mr. Sharp agreed to amend the Agreement as discussed and this matter was tabled until April 26th, 2010.
POWER COUNTY DISASTER SERVICES – 2009 HOMELAND SECURITY GRANTS: Following discussion with Power County Disaster Services Director Di Jones, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to approve and execute the following 2009 Homeland Security Grant documents as presented:
-- Sub-Grant Award Document #2009-SS-T9-0014 in the amount of $33,107.91.
-- Memorandum of Understanding between the State of Idaho, Bureau of Homeland Security and Power County regarding the State’s use of 2009 Homeland Security Grant Program Funding on behalf of Power County.
Carried.
FISCAL YEAR 2011 BUDGET – PUBLIC HEARING (I.C. #63-802(A): Pursuant to I.C. #63-802(A), the Commissioners agreed to schedule Power County’s fiscal year 2011 public budget hearing for Monday, August 23rd, 2010, at 5:00 p.m., in the Commissioners’ meeting room at the Power County Courthouse.
FISCAL YEAR 2011 BUDGET – CLERK’S TIMELINE: Power County Clerk Chris Steinlicht presented the Commissioners with the Clerk’s timeline to finalize Power County’s fiscal year 2011 budget.
POWER COUNTY COMMISSIONER AGENDA: Following a review of the calendar, the Commissioners agreed to conduct regular meetings in May on Monday the 10th and Thursday the 27th, 2010.
POWER COUNTY MISDEMEANOR PROBATION/DRUG COURT FUND – POWER COUNTY RESOLUTION #2010-06 (FISCAL YEAR 2010 BUDGET OPENING): Following a review of I.C. #31-1605, it was moved by Commissioner Estep, seconded by Commissioner Meadows, to publish the Notice of Public Hearing and proposed Power County Resolution #2010-06 in the April 28th and May 5th, 2010, editions of The Power County Press, which resolution authorizes County Auditor Christine Steinlicht to open Power County’s fiscal year 2010 budget to include unanticipated revenue in the amount of $30,000 to the Power County Misdemeanor Probation/Drug Court Fund. Carried. This matter was tabled until the public hearing scheduled for May 10th, 2010, at 11:30 a.m.
POWER COUNTY TREASURER – POWER COUNTY INVESTMENT COMMITTEE: The Board of Power County Commissioners then met as the Power County Investment Committee pursuant to County Resolution #2007-02. Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Estep, to approve and execute all documentation necessary to change Power County’s banking and investment contact information from former Power County Treasurer Bobbie Mauch to current Power County Treasurer Deanna Curry. Carried.
ALCOHOL BEVERAGE LICENSE (I.C. #23-903): Commissioner Meadows announced that it was the date and time scheduled for consideration of an alcohol beverage license. There being no public objection, it was moved by Commissioner Estep, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to approve the following alcohol beverage license:
6. Miguel Baeza d/b/a Paradise Lounge for the sale of draught and bottled or canned beer and retail liquor.
Carried.
MOUNTAIN STATES TRANSMISSION INTERTIE (MSTI) – UTILITY TRANSMISSION CORRIDOR: Commissioner Meadows announced that it was the date and time scheduled for public hearing and comment on Mountain States Transmission Intertie (MSTI) transmission corridor project. Present were representatives from the Bureau of Land Management, Northwest Energy, Bingham County Commissioners Office, Cassia County Task Force, Power County Task Force, Senator Risch’s Office, Senator Crapo’s Office, Representative Simpson’s Office, area businesses and interested and affected landowners. Following introductions and a presentation on the history of the project by Power County Planning & Zoning Attorney Douglas J. Balfour, the Commissioners opened the floor for public comment regarding the proposed western Pleasant Valley route and alternate routes that should be studied as per the Environmental Impact Statement. At the conclusion of the hearing Commissioner Meadows announced that a record of the proceedings could be obtained from Power County Clerk Christine Steinlicht.
IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF LANDS – APPLICATION FOR LEASES: Patrick Brown of Idaho Department of Lands appeared before Commissioners pursuant to I.C. #58-307 to report that the Idaho Department of Lands has received two separate applications to lease Idaho endowment lands in Power County for wind generation, which if approved would result in leases longer than ten years in length. Mr. Brown then presented the Commissioners with a map depicting the proposed lease areas. Also present was Power County Building Administrator Robert Steinlicht, who reported that the Power County Planning & Zoning Board has approved special use permits for both wind energy projects. Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Estep, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to authorize the Idaho Department of Lands to proceed with the two long term lease agreements for wind generation on Idaho endowment lands within Power County. Carried.
POWER COUNTY CONFLICT PUBLIC DEFENDER: Power County Conflict Public Defender Scott Heide appeared before the Commissioners to review the Agreement between Power County and Conflict Public Defender Re: Conflict Indigent Legal Service for Power County, Sixth Judicial District, Idaho, and Extension thereof dated June 22nd, 2009, which Agreement expires September 30th, 2010. Mr. Heide presented a spreadsheet of hours worked from September 30th, 2009, through March 29th, 2010, and requested that the Commissioners consider an increase in the monthly contract fee. Following discussion, the Commissioners agreed to take Mr. Heide’s request under advisement until April 26th, 2010, at 11:00 a.m.
CLAIMS: Moved by Commissioner Estep, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to approve the claims as presented.
Current Expense (General) Fund $ 50,656.42
Ambulance District 2,300.80
Mosquito Abatement District 16,060.00
District Court 8,791.44
Justice Fund 27,960.58
Misdemeanor Probation/
Drug Court 2,479.39
Enhanced 911 Services 1,065.67
Indigent Services 2,391.88
Revaluation 49.02
Solid Waste 5,121.18
Weeds 1,065.08
Waterways 1,200.55
PILT 2,554.55
EXECUTIVE SESSION (I.C. #67-2345): At the request of Power County Guardianship Board Chairman Donna Thornton, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Estep, to move into executive session pursuant to I.C. #67-2345, to consider records that are exempt from disclosure under Chapter 3, Title 9, Idaho Code, specifically conservatorships under the Power County Guardianship Board. Upon a call for the question, the following roll call vote was taken:
Commissioner Meadows – Aye
Commissioner Estep – Aye
Commissioner Funk – Aye
Carried.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (I.C. #67-2345): At the request of Power County Sheriff Jim Jeffries, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to move into executive session pursuant to I.C. #67-2345 to communicate with legal counsel for the public agency to discuss the legal ramifications of and legal options for pending litigation, or controversies not yet being litigated but imminently likely to be litigated. Upon a call for the question, the following roll call vote was taken:
Commissioner Meadows – Aye
Commissioner Estep – Aye
Commissioner Funk – Aye
Carried.
Adjourned.
VICKI MEADOWS, Chairman
CHRISTINE STEINLICHT, Clerk
POWER COUNTY
COMMISSIONER MINUTES
The Board of Power County Commissioners met in special session on Tuesday, April 13th, 2010. Present were Commissioners Vicki L. Meadows, Chairman, Ken Estep and Ron Funk. Also present were Power County Clerk Christine Steinlicht and Power County Planning & Zoning Attorney Douglas J. Balfour.
GATEWAY WEST – UTILITY TRANSMISSION CORRIDOR: Commissioner Meadows announced that it was the date and time scheduled for public hearing and comment on the Gateway West transmission corridor project. Present were representatives from the Bureau of Land Management, Cassia County Task Force, Power County Task Force, Senator Crapo’s office, and interested and affected landowners. Following introductions and a presentation on the history of the project by Walt George of the Wyoming office of the Bureau of Land Management, the Commissioners opened the floor for public comment regarding the proposed routes, the Environmental Impact Statement and Power County’s anticipated comments thereto. At the conclusion of the hearing, Commissioner Meadows announced that a record of the proceedings could be obtained from Power County Clerk Christine Steinlicht.
Adjourned.
VICKI MEADOWS, Chairman
CHRISTINE STEINLICHT, Clerk
POWER COUNTY
COMMISSION MINUTES
The Board of Power County Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, April 26th, 2010. Present were Commissioners Vicki Meadows, Chairman, Ken Estep and Ron Funk. Also present was Power County Clerk Christine Steinlicht.
POWER COUNTY WATERWAYS BOARD – SEAGULL BAY YACHT CLUB (PUBLIC RESTROOMS): Power County Waterways Board Chairman Ron Anderson appeared before the Commissioners to report that the Seagull Bay Yacht Club is seeking financial assistance to remodel their public restrooms and shower facilities to meet ADA standards. Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Estep, to contribute $5,000 to the Seagull Bay Yacht Club’s public facilities project, to be paid from the Power County Waterways Fund. Carried.
DEATON & COMPANY, CHARTERED – LETTER OF UNDERSTANDING: Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Estep, to approve and execute the Letter of Understanding and Audit Agreement between Power County and Deaton & Company, Chartered, for audit services related to Power County’s fiscal year ending September 30th, 2010, and for the subsequent years ended September 30th, 2011 and 2012. Carried.
POWER COUNTY ELECTED OFFICIALS/DEPARTMENT HEADS MEETING: The following individuals appeared for Power County elected officials and department heads meeting:
Vicki Meadows – Commissioner Chairman
Ken Estep – Commissioner
Ron Funk – Commissioner
Christine Steinlicht – Clerk
Doug Glascock – Assessor
Deanna Curry – Treasurer
Jim Jeffries – Sheriff
Randy Kline – Prosecuting Attorney
Connie Shepherd – Juvenile Probation Department
Robert Steinlicht – Building Department
Craig Heward – Transfer Station/Landfill
Stan Gortsema – University of Idaho Extension Department
Curtis Munk—Weed Department
Di Jones – Ambulance District
2010 LEGISLATIVE SESSION: The Power County elected officials and department heads reviewed and discussed legislation pertinent to Power County that was enacted during the 2010 Idaho Legislative Session.
FISCAL YEAR 2011 BUDGET: The Commissioners reported to the Power County elected officials and department heads regarding their Monday, April 19th and Thursday, April 22nd, 2010, working lunch meetings, at which they reviewed revenue and expenditure reports from current and previous fiscal years, and discussed future legislative issues and economic concerns that may further negatively impact Power County’s fiscal year 2011 budget. Following discussion, the Commissioners suggested that all elected officials and department heads practice due diligence when submitting budget requests for fiscal year 2011.
IDAHO COUNTIES RISK MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (ICRMP) – RISK MANAGEMENT PILOT PROGRAM: Clerk Chris Steinlicht reported that Power County has been invited to participate in the Idaho Counties Risk Management Program’s free web-based loss control pilot program. Following discussion, the Power County elected officials and department heads agreed to participate, and designated Treasurer Deanna Curry as Power County’s key contact person to work directly with ICRMP and to monitor utilization of ICRMP’s On-line University.
FORT HALL INDIAN RESERVATION – JURISDICTION NOTICE (TRIAL NON-MEMBERS): Power County Prosecuting Attorney Randy Kline appeared before the Commissioner to report that he has reviewed and approved the Notice of Jurisdiction prepared by Power County Planning & Zoning Attorney Douglas J. Balfour, which Notice will be sent to all non-members of the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes who reside within the common boundaries of Power County and the Fort Hall Indian Reservation.
WHISPER MOUNTAIN PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. – TABLE MOUNTAIN COMMUNICATION PLAN: Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Estep, seconded by Commissioner Meadows, to approve and execute as presented the Independent Contractor Agreement between Power County and Whisper Mountain Professional Services, Inc., to facilitate the funding for the installation of a 700 MHz radio repeater on Table Mountain. Carried.
POWER COUNTY CONFLICT PUBLIC DEFENDER: Power County Conflict Public Defender Scott Heide appeared before the Commissioners to review the Agreement between Power County and Conflict Public Defender Re: Conflict Indigent Legal Service for Power County, Sixth Judicial District, Idaho, and Extension thereof dated June 22nd, 2009, which Agreement expires September 30th, 2010. Following discussion, the Commissioners agreed that the fiscal year 2010 extension should continue as agreed and that any requested increases for fiscal year 2011 will be reviewed during the regular fiscal year 2011 budget process.
GERALD FEHRINGER YOUTH CENTER – ANNUAL REPORT: Gerald Fehringer Youth Center Board members Robert Schreiber and Mary Annen appeared before the Commissioners to present their annual report. Mr. Schreiber reported that attendance at the Center averages about 25 youths per day and the Board is in the process of hiring two replacement activity supervisors. Mr. Schreiber and Ms. Annen then presented the Youth Center’s fiscal year 2011 budget request and expressed their appreciation for Power County’s continued support.
CLAIMS: Moved by Commissioner Estep, seconded by Commissioner Meadows, to approve the claims as presented and supplemented. Carried.
Current Expense $ 22,096.38
Ambulance District 3,470.28
District Court 3,670.81
Justice Fund 5,319.71
Misdemeanor Probation/
Drug Court 2,167.00
Enhanced 911 Services 31.78
Indigent 552.58
Revaluation 2,362.50
Solid Waste 14,597.67
Weeds 233.08
Waterways 5,112.70
PILT 2,017.12
BOARD OF EQUALIZATION (I.C. #63-501): The Board of Power County Commissioners then met as Power County Board of Equalization pursuant to I.C. #63-501. There being no business to come before the Board, the Power County Board of Equalization recessed until May 10th, 2010.
SOUTHEASTERN DISTRICT HEALTH DEPARTMENT – FISCAL YEAR 2010 BUDGET REQUEST: Ed Marugg of the Southeastern District Health Department appeared before the Commissioners to present the District’s fiscal year 2011 budget request from Power County in the amount of $58,593, which represents a 1.4% decrease over the fiscal year 2010 allocation.
POWER COUNTY CLERK – QUARTERLY FINANCIAL REPORT (I.C. #31-1611): Power County Clerk Chris Steinlicht appeared before the Commissioners pursuant to I.C. #31-1611 to present her quarterly financial report for the period ending March 31st, 2010. Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to approve the Power County Clerk’s Quarterly Financial Report as presented. Carried.
POWER COUNTY CLERK/TREASURER – JOINT QUARTERLY REPORT (I.C. #31-2306): Power County Clerk Chris Steinlicht and Power County Treasurer Deanna Curry appeared before the Commissioners pursuant to I.C. #31-2306 to present their Joint Quarterly Report for the period ending March 31st, 2010. Following discussion, it was moved by Meadows, seconded by Funk, to approve the Treasurer/Clerk Quarterly Report as presented. Carried.
POWER COUNTY TREASURER – MONTHLY REPORT (I.C. #31-2113): Power County Treasurer Deanna Curry appeared before the Commissioners pursuant to I.C. #31-2113, to present her monthly Statement of Treasurer’s Cash for the period ending March 31st, 2010. Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to approve the Statement of Treasurer’s Cash as presented. Carried.
POWER COUNTY TREASURER – ORDER FOR CANCELLATION OF TAXES: Following discussion with Power County Treasurer Deanna Curry, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Estep, to approve and execute the Order for Cancellation of Taxes in the amount of $651.73 as presented. Carried.
POWER COUTY INVESTMENT COMMITTEE – INVESTMENTS: The Board of Power County Commissioners and Power County Treasurer Deanna Curry then met as the Power County Investment Committee pursuant to Power County Resolution #2007-02. Following a review of Power County’s current investments and opportunities for future investments, the Commissioner agreed to table further action by the Power County Investment Committee until May 10th, 2010.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (I.C. #67-2345): Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to move into executive session pursuant to I.C. #67-2345 to consider records that are exempt from disclosure pursuant to Chapter 3, Title 9, Idaho Code, specifically indigent medical applications. Upon a call for the question, the following roll call vote was taken:
Commissioner Meadows – Aye
Commissioner Estep – Aye
Commissioner Funk – Aye
Carried.
INDIGENT CASE #2010-19-I & #2010-20-I: Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Estep, to deny indigent medical applications #2010-19-I and #2010-20-I, since the applications were processed as incomplete pursuant to I.C. #31-3505(1). Carried.
INDIGENT CASE #2010-21-I: Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Estep, to deny indigent medical application #2010-21-I, since applicant has other resources sufficient to pay the medical expenses incurred as provided in I.C. #31-3502(17). Carried.
INDIGENT CASE #2009-23-I: Following further appeal hearing of Indigent Case #2009-23-I, and additional opportunity for testimony and exhibits to be submitted, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Estep, to continue further hearing of this matter until Friday, May 28th, 2010, at 2:30 p.m.
UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO – POWER COUNTY EXTENSION DEPARTMENT: Charlotte Eberlien and Janice Stimpson of the University of Idaho and Stan Gortsema of the Power County Extension Department appeared before the Commissioners to discuss reorganization of the local Extension Department. At the outset, Mr. Gortsema announced that he would be retiring effective June 30th, 2010. Ms. Eberlien reported that the University of Idaho is anticipating filling extension agent vacancies in the Southeast Idaho area with shared services on a more regional basis.
POWER COUNTY SHERIFF – SHERIFF/COMMISSIONER INMATE LABOR DETAIL (SCILD) – BICYCLE PROGRAM: Power County Sheriff Jim Jeffries appeared before the Commissioners to report that he is in possession of excess bicycles and parts from the SCILD’s bicycle program, which has been discontinued due to lack of funding. Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to declare all excess bicycles and parts in the possession of the Power County Sheriff as surplus property with a value of less than $250, to be disposed of by Power County Sheriff Jim Jeffries in accordance with Idaho law. Carried.
POWER COUNTY SHERIFF – COMMUNICATIONS (TABLE MOUNTAIN): Power County Sheriff Jim Jeffries and American Falls Rural Fire District Chief Pete Williams appeared before the Commissioners to report that they will be pursuing federal funds through the Department of Homeland Security’s Assistance to Firefighters grant to assist with the Table Mountain Repeater Site project. Following discussion, the Commissioners agreed that a local multi-entity grant should be pursued and Mr. Williams agreed to schedule a joint meeting for Power County’s affected taxing entities on Monday, May 3rd, 2010, at 6:00 p.m. in the Fire Department’s meeting room at the EMS Building to review the federal grant application and discuss local commitments for matching funds.
Adjourned.
VICKI MEADOWS, Chairman
CHRISTINE STEINLICHT, Clerk
POWER COUNTY
COMMISSIONER MINUTES
The Board of Power County Commissioners met in special session on Tuesday, April 27th, 2010. Present were Commissioners Vicki L. Meadows, Chairman, Ken Estep and Ron Funk. Also present were Power County Clerk Christine Steinlicht and Power County Planning & Zoning Attorney Douglas J. Balfour.
MOUNTAIN STATES TRANSMISSION INTERTIE (MSTI) – UTILITY TRANSMISSION CORRIDOR: Commissioner Meadows announced that it was the date and time scheduled for public hearing and comment on the Gateway West transmission corridor project. At the outset, it was reported that just prior to this hearing, the Power County and Cassia County Citizens Task Forces had conducted an on-site visit of the Borah Sub-station. Present were representatives from the Bureau of Land Management, Cassia County Task Force, Power County Task Force, Senator Crapo’s office, Senator Risch’s office, Representative Simpson’s office, Legislative District #27 Senator Denton Darrington, Legislative District #27 Representative Fred Wood, and many interested and affected landowners. Following introductions, the Commissioners opened the floor for public comment regarding the proposed project. At the conclusion of the hearing, Commissioner Meadows announced that a record of the proceedings could be obtained from Power County Clerk Christine Steinlicht.
Adjourned.
VICKI MEADOWS, Chairman
CHRISTINE STEINLICHT, Clerk