Power County Commission minutes for August

Published in The Power County Press Sept. 21, 2011.
POWER COUNTY
COMMISSIONER MINUTES
The Board of Power County Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, August 8th, 2011. Present were Commissioners Vicki Meadows, Chairman, Ron Funk and Delane Anderson. Also present were Power County Clerk Christine Steinlicht and Power County Prosecuting Attorney F. Randall Kline.
COMMISSIONER AGENDA (I.C. #67-2343): Following a review of I.C. #67-2343, and good cause appearing therefore, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to amend the August 8th, 2011, Commissioner Agenda to include the following items:
Power County Investment Committee – Investments Review
Carried.
CRYSTAL SUMMIT PARKING LOT – U.S. FOREST SERVICE (ADDENDUM TO CHALLENGE COST SHARE AGREEMENT): Power County Prosecuting Attorney Randy Kline appeared before the Commissioners to report that the U.S. Forest Service has determined that the Addendum to Challenge Cost Share Agreement between Power County and the U. S. Forest Service for use and maintenance of the Crystal Summit Parking Lot property is unnecessary. Following discussion, the Commissioners agreed to continue management of the Crystal Summit parking lot property, which is owned by Power County and located in the Mink Creek area, under the original Cost Share Agreement between the parties dated June 1st, 2009, to withdraw the Addendum thereto dated June 27th, 2011, and to table further consideration of this matter until the original Agreement expires on September 30th, 2013.
POWER COUNTY MISDEMEANOR PROBATION – SERVICES AGREEMENT: Following discussion with Power County Prosecuting Attorney Randy Kline, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to approve and execute the Misdemeanor Probation Services Agreement between Nancy Cladis d/b/a Power County Misdemeanor Probation Services, Inc., and Power County for the term October 1st, 2011, through September 30th, 2012. Carried.
JUNIOR COLLEGE – CERTIFICATES OF RESIDENCY: Moved by Commissioner Funk, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to approve the Certificates of Residency to the College of Southern Idaho. Carried.
POWER COUNTY TREASURER – TAX DEEDED PARCEL (IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY): Ralph Oborn of the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality appeared before the Commissioners with Great Rift Business Development Director Kristen Jensen to discuss Power County’s disposal of Parcel #RPA0812-00 which was acquired through Tax Deed. Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to apply for Idaho Department of Environmental Quality “Brownsfield Program” funds, for an assessment to be performed to determine the particulate level of asbestos in and around the structure situated on Parcel #RPA0812-00, and to authorize Power County Clerk Christine Steinlicht to execute any and all applications or agreements to complete the assessment process. Carried.
POWER COUNTY COMMISSIONER MINUTES: Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to approve and execute the Power County Commissioner Minutes for July 7th, 11th, 22nd, and 25th, 2011, as presented. Carried.
POWER COUNTY JUVENILE PROBATION DEPARTMENT – JUVENILE ACCOUNTABILITY BLOCK GRANT (JABG) (PARENT PROJECT): Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to approve and execute the Juvenile Accountability Block Grant Application to fund the Power County Parent Project Program during fiscal year 2012 as presented by Power County Juvenile Probation Office Supervisor Connie Shepherd. Carried.
POWER/MINIDOKA/CASSIA COUNTY BOARDS OF COMMISSIONERS (JOINT MEETING) – 2011 REAPPORTIONMENT: The Boards of Commissioners of Power, Cassia and Minidoka County met via telephone conference call to discuss the reapportionment of Idaho Legislative Districts by the 2011 Idaho Redistricting Committee. Present were the following individuals:
Power County
Vicki Meadows, Commissioner Chair
Ron Funk, Commissioner
Delane Anderson, Commissioner
Chris Steinlicht, Clerk
Randy Kline, Prosecuting Attorney
Cassia County
Dennis Crane, Commissioner Chair
Paul Christensen, Commissioner
Robert Kunau, Commissioner
Joseph Larsen, Clerk
Kerry McMurry, County Administrator
Minidoka County
Robert Moore, Commissioner Chair
Kent McClellan, Commissioner
Sheryl Koyle, Commissioner
Patty Temple, Clerk
Lance Stevenson, Prosecuting Attorney
Following discussion, the Commissioners agreed to execute a joint request that proposed map L-39 be adopted by the 2011 Idaho Redistricting Committee.
POWER COUNTY AMBULANCE DISTRICT: Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to recess as Power County Board of Commissioners and reconvene as Power County Ambulance District Board. Carried.
AMBULANCE – EMS DISPATCH PROTOCOL: Power County Ambulance District Director Di Jones appeared before the Commissioners to present proposed “Power County EMS Dispatch Guidelines”. The Commissioners agreed to review the proposed guidelines with Power County Sheriff Jim Jeffries and further consideration of this matter was tabled until August 29th, 2011.
POWER COUNTY AMBULANCE DISTRCT – SURPLUS PROPERTY: Power County Ambulance District Director Di Jones appeared before the Commissioners to report that the 1984 Ford Braun (VIN #1FDKE30L2EHA08983) vehicle, which was declared as surplus County property on June 7th, 2011, has been sold. The Commissioners agreed that once payment in the amount of $550 has been received by the Power County Clerk, title to the vehicle will be released.
AMBULANCE – WARRANTY/REPAIRS: Power County Ambulance District Director Di Jones appeared before the Commissioners to report that the Idaho Emergency Medical Services Bureau has received the application for grant funding to purchase an additional ambulance for Power County; however, that application is still under review by the Bureau’s grant committee. Following discussion, the Commissioners agreed to table further discussion of this matter until August 22nd, 2011.
Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to recess as Power County Ambulance District Board and reconvene as Power County Board of Commissioners. Carried.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (I.C. #67-2345): Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, 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, and specifically medical (HIPPA) records. Upon a call for the question, the following roll call vote was taken:
Commissioner Meadows – Aye
Commissioner Funk – Aye
Commissioner Anderson – Aye
Carried.
POWER COUNTY SHERIFF – COMMUNICATIONS (700 MHz REPEATER RADIOS): Power County Sheriff Jim Jeffries and Power County Disaster Services Director Di Jones appeared before the Commissioners to review the radio fee billings from Clark Radio. Following discussion, the Commissioners agreed that Clark Radio should bill individual entities for their use of the Kinport 700 MHz repeater site.
POWER COUNTY SHERIFF – ENHANCED 911 (ANNUAL REVIEW): Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to reauthorize $1.25 per line per month fee on cellular and telephone lines in Power County to fund the enhanced 911 emergency system. Carried.
POWER COUNTY SHERIFF – ENHANCED 911 (UPGRADE): Power County Sheriff Jim Jeffries appeared before the Commissioners to discuss equipment upgrades that will eventually be required to maintain Power County’s Enhanced 911 dispatch system and expressed his concern that Enhanced 911 funds currently being collected through cellular and telephone lines will be insufficient to meet future needs. Also present were American Falls Mayor Amy Wynn and Chief of Police Brandon Wilkinson. At the outset, Mayor Wynn indicated that it is the City’s position that its contribution for certain law enforcement support services is set by the Cooperative Agreement between Power County and the City of American Falls, which agreement shall remain in effect through September 30th, 2013, and suggested that any requests from Power County for additional funding be placed on agenda for consideration by the American Falls City Council.
CITY OF AMERICAN FALLS – IDAHO TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT (LETTER OF SUPPORT): Following discussion with American Falls Mayor Amy Wynn and Chief of Police Brandon Wilkinson, it was moved by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to issue a letter to the Idaho Department of Transportation supporting the City of American Falls’ request to allow an additional access to the Willow Bay area. Carried.
NATIONAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (NIMS) AND INCIDENT COMMAND SYSTEM (ICS) – TRAINING: Power County Disaster Services Director Di Jones appeared before the Commissioners to discuss the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS). At the outset, Ms. Jones reported there are required training courses for all governmental agencies (First Responders, elected officials, supervisors, etc.), that must be completed in order to remain eligible for Federal Homeland Security funding. Also present were the following individuals:
POWER COUNTY
Chris Steinlicht, Clerk
Doug Glascock, Assessor
Deanna Curry, Treasurer
Jim Jeffries, Sheriff
Randy Kline, Prosecuting Attorney
Mark Rose, Coroner
Connie Shepherd, Juvenile Department Supervisor
Robert Steinlicht, Power County Building Administrator
Curtis Munk, Power County Weed Department Supervisor
CITY OF AMERICAN FALLS
Amy Wynn, Mayor
Brandon Wilkinson, Chief of Police
POWER COUNTY HIGHWAY
Wade Povey, Commissioner Chair
Bob Wetzel, Commissioner
Don Haskins, Supervisor
AMERICAN FALLS RURAL FIRE DISTRICT
Pete Williams, Fire Chief
Ms. Jones then reported that these courses describe the history, features, principles, and organizational structure of the ICS, as well as the relationship between ICS and NIMS, and that the course objective is to enable participants involved with emergency planning and response to demonstrate basic knowledge of the ICS. Ms. Jones then reported that the basic courses are offered on-line, free of charge to Power County participants. Following discussion, the Commissioners agreed that Ms. Jones should continue to monitor all Power County participants’ progress on a quarterly basis until all training requirements have been met, with the first quarterly report due August 15th, 2011.
POWER COUNTY INVESTMENT COMMITTEE: Power County Treasurer Deanna Curry and the Board of Power County Commissioners then met as the Power County Investment Committee pursuant to Chapter 5, Title 2 of the Power County Code, to discuss the Certificates of Deposit with the Bank of Commerce. Following discussion, the Commissioner agreed to continue the current Certificate of Deposit investments with the Bank of Commerce, and to review those investments quarterly. Following further discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to approve an additional $200,000 investment with Multi-Bank Securities, Inc., as proposed by Power County Treasurer Deanna Curry. Carried.
CLAIMS: Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to approve the claims as presented and amended. Carried. Commissioner Anderson abstained from the vote.
Current Expense $ 24,249.35
Ambulance District 3,198.56
Abatement District 16,060.00
District Court 3,317.57
Justice Fund 11,599.34
Misdemeanor Probation/
Drug Court 1,668.00
Enhanced 911 Services 1,507.54
Indigent Services 9,902.14
Revaluation 7,785.31
Solid Waste 25,228.58
Tort 1,000.00
Weeds 2,874.65
Waterways 52.65
PILT 1,721.47
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 under 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 Funk – Aye
Commissioner Anderson – Aye
Carried.
INDIGENT CASE #2012-05-I: Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to deny indigent medical application #2012-05-I, since applicant has other resources sufficient to pay the medical expenses incurred as provided by I.C. #31-3502(17) and since the application was not timely filed as provided by I.C. #31-3505(1). Carried. Commissioner Funk abstained from the vote.
INDIGENT CASE #2012-04-I: Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to deny indigent case #2012-04-I, since applicant has other resources sufficient to pay the medical expenses incurred as provided by I.C. #31-3502(17). Carried.
INDIGENT CASE #2010-29-I: Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to approve indigent medical application #2010-29-I. Carried.
COMMUNITY ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAM – SPANISH GED CLASSES: Power County Community Education Program Director Rudy Pena appeared before the Commissioners with Gerald Fehringer Youth Center Board Members Robert Schreiber, Jennifer Rupp and Mary Annen to discuss the adult Spanish GED classes conducted in Power County each Saturday. Following an on-site tour of the Power County Courthouse Annex and Youth Center, and upon consent and encouragement of the Youth Center Board, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to authorize use of the Gerald Fehringer Youth Center, computer lab, and the Power County Courthouse Annex Conference Room by the Power County adult Spanish GED class each and every Saturday from 8:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. beginning Saturday, August 20th, 2011. Carried.
POWER COUNTY BUILDING & GROUNDS – 507 BANNOCK AVENUE (RENTAL AGREEMENT): The Commissioners then discussed Power County’s premises located at 507 Bannock Avenue and agreed that, until further notice, the current occupants should address all issues relating to their rental of the premises to Power County Clerk Chris Steinlicht. Following further discussion, the Commissioners agreed to obtain quotes to repair and renovate certain lawn and garden areas at 507 Bannock Avenue and this matter was tabled until September 26th, 2011.
POWER COUNTY TRANSFER STATION/LANDFILL – EQUIPMENT PURCHASE: The Commissioners then reviewed the various quotes for equipment purchase and/or replacement at the Power County Transfer Station & Landfill. Following discussion, the Commissioners agreed to table further consideration of this matter until August 22nd, 2011.
Adjourned.
VICKI MEADOWS, Chairman
CHRISTINE STEINLICHT, Clerk
POWER COUNTY
COMMISSIONER MINUTES
The Board of Power County Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, August 22nd, 2011. Present were Commissioners Vicki Meadows, Chairman, Ron Funk and Delane Anderson. Also present were Power County Clerk Christine Steinlicht and Power County Prosecuting Attorney F. Randall Kline.
COMMISSIONER AGENDA (I.C. #67-2343): Following a review of I.C. #67-2343, and good cause appearing therefore, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to amend the August 22nd, 2011. Commissioner Agenda to include the following items:
Power County Building & Grounds – 569 Bannock Avenue
Parking Area Upgrade
Carried.
COMMUNICATIONS – TABLE MOUNTAIN REPEATER SITE: Power County’s Table Mountain Project Director Ken Estep appeared before the Commissioners to review the Right-of-Way Agreement (#IDI-36996) between the United States Department of Interior Bureau of Land Management and Power County for ingress and egress to the Table Mountain Repeater Site. Also present were the following individuals:
Danny K. Miller – Bureau of Land Management
Vernon Miller – Landowner
Brad Ralphs – Landowner
Paul Clark – Clark Radio
Robert Wetzel – Power County Highway District
Don Haskins – Power County Highway District
Robert Steinlicht—Power County Building Administrator
Following discussion, the Commissioners agreed that the Right-of-Way Agreement should be slightly modified to address the concerns of Power County and the adjacent landowners and Mr. Miller agreed to review the proposed modifications with BLM Resource Coordinator Blaine Newman. Following further discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Funk, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to authorize the Power County Highway District to immediately proceed with preparing the area for the installation of power lines, including rental of a bull-dozer from Western States Equipment Company. Carried.
POWER COUNTY BUILDINGS & GROUNDS – 528 GIFFORD (PUBLIC AUCTION): The Commissioners then conducted a public auction to offer for public sale the structure situated upon Power County Parcel #RPA1021-00, also known as 528 Gifford Avenue. Following opportunity for public bids, it was moved by Commissioner Funk, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to accept the bid submitted by Gary Thomson in the amount of $250. Carried. Following discussion, the Commissioners and Mr. Thomson agreed that the structure will be removed from the premises, at purchaser’s expense, on or before September 30th, 2011, after which the Commissioners will entertain quotes and/or bids to remove all sidewalks and steps, demolish the foundation and back fill the hole to grade; accordingly, further consideration of this matter was tabled until September 26th, 2011.
POWER COUNTY BUILDING & GROUNDS – 569 BANNOCK AVENUE (PARKING AREA UPGRADE): Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to approve the amended quote submitted by BGM Builders to repair driveway approach and curb and gutter at the County’s property located at 569 Bannock Avenue, in the amount of $1,425.00. Carried.
POWER COUNTY AMBULANCE DISTRICT: Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to recess as Power County Board of Commissioners and reconvene as Power County Ambulance District Board. Carried.
AMBULANCE – WARRANTY/REPAIRS: Power County Ambulance District Director Di Jones appeared before the Commissioners to report that the Idaho Emergency Medical Services Bureau has denied Power County’s application for grant funding to purchase an additional ambulance. Following discussion, the Commissioners requested that Power County Prosecutor Randy Kline make written request that the Idaho Emergency Medical Services Bureau reconsider denial, since the grant application was erroneously denied following the admittedly flawed review process of the Bureau.
Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to recess as Power County Ambulance District Board and reconvene as Power County Board of Commissioners. Carried.
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 the evaluation, dismissal or disciplining of, or to hear complaints or charges brought against a public officer, employee staff member or individual agent. Upon a call for the question, the following roll call vote was taken:
Commissioner Meadows – Aye
Commissioner Funk – Aye
Commissioner Anderson – Aye
Carried.
POWER COUNTY RURAL ADDRESS SYSTEM – FORT HALL INDIAN RESERVATION: Power County Sheriff Jim Jeffries, Power County Building/Planning & Zoning Administrator Robert Steinlicht and Power County Disaster Services Director Di Jones appeared before the Commissioners to discuss the Fort Hall Tribal Council’s intention to adopt a Rural Address System, which would re-address all properties within the Fort Hall Indian Reservation and would be implemented via a “phase-in” process. Following discussion, the Commissioners agreed that any attempt to re-address properties within the common boundaries of Power County and the Fort Hall Indian Reservation would conflict with Power County’s current Rural Address System and may ultimately be detrimental to the health, safety and welfare of the many non-tribal residents in that area. Following discussion, the Commissioners agreed that a planning meeting should be scheduled to discuss Power County’s many concerns, and will include the following participants:
Power County Highway District
State of Idaho Enhanced 911 Director Eddie Goldsmith
Senator Denton Darrington, Legislative District #27
Representative Scott Bedke, Legislative District #27
Representative Fred Wood, Legislative District #27
Jeremy Field, Regional Director for U. S. Senator Jim Risch
Steve Brown, Regional Director for U.S. Congressman Mike Simpson
Fort Hall Tribal Council
Following discussion, the Commissioners agreed to table further consideration of this matter until August 29th, 2011.
NATIONAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (NIMS) AND INCIDENT COMMAND SYSTEM (ICS) – TRAINING: Power County Disaster Services Director Di Jones appeared before the Commissioners to discuss the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS). At the outset, Ms. Jones presented the Commissioners with copies of the “Emergency Operations Center Activation and Operations Checklist” and discussed the need for the Commissioners to determine the minimum staffing requirements of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Following discussion, the Commissioners agreed to table further consideration of this matter until August 29th, 2011.
INDIAN SPRINGS NATATORIUM – IDAHO POWER RIGHT-OF-WAY: Tom Henesh d/b/a Indian Springs Natatorium appeared before the Commissioners to discuss his purchase, operation and maintenance of Indian Springs Natatorium. At the outset, Mr. Henesh reported that because he believes Power County is unwilling to work cooperatively with his efforts to preserve, protect and enhance his facilities, he has decided to sell the property to the highest bidder. Following discussion and the opportunity for public input, the Commissioners and Prosecutor Randy Kline agreed that, although Power County is supportive and appreciative of Mr. Henesh’s redevelopment of Indian Springs, the Board lacks any authority to intervene into the private, civil issues between Mr. Henesh and Idaho Power, which should be properly litigated through State Courts.
POWER COUNTY TRANSFER STATION/LANDFILL – SOUTHERN IDAHO REGIONAL SOLID WASTE DISTRICT (CONTRACT): Following discussion with Power County Prosecuting Attorney Randy Kline, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to approve and execute the Solid Waste Disposal Contract between Power County and Southern Idaho Regional Solid Waste District for the disposal of Power County’s solid waste for the period October 1st, 2011, through September 30th, 2016. Carried.
POWER COUNTY JUVENILE DETENTION – MINI-CASSIA JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER: Following discussion with Power County Prosecuting Attorney Randy Kline, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to approve and execute the original Memorandum of Agreement between Minidoka County and Power County for the housing of Power County youth at the Mini-Cassia Juvenile Detention Facility during fiscal year 2012. Carried.
JUNIOR COLLEGE – CERTIFICATES OF RESIDENCY: Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to approve the Certificates of Residency submitted by the College of Southern Idaho. Carried.
IDAHO ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES – FEDERAL FUNDING (SECURE RURAL SCHOOLS): The Commissioners then reviewed proposed Power County Resolution #2011-12, a resolution to elect how Power County’s Federal Forest Payment, also known as Secure Rural School funds, will be allocated for federal fiscal year 2011 (Power County fiscal year 2012), which resolution was prepared and presented by the Idaho Association of Counties. The Commissioners also reviewed Power County’s total secure rural school funding from federal fiscal years 2008 through 2011, which shows a decrease of 36.2%. Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to approve and execute Secure Rural Schools Resolution #2011-12 as presented. Carried.
IDAHO ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES – POLICY & PROCEDURES MANUAL/ETHICAL PRACTICES FOR PUBLIC OFFICIALS: Dan Chadwick of the Idaho Association of Counties (IAC) appeared before the Commissioners via speaker telephone to discuss the IAC’s Policy & Procedures Manual, which includes Ethical Practices for Public Officials. Following discussion with Mr. Chadwick, the Commissioners agreed that to circumvent any potential conflict of interest, future claims to Power County from Anderson Body & Glass should be processed and considered separate and apart from all other County claims.
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 Statement of Treasurer’s Cash for the month ending July 31st, 2011.
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 Funk, to approve and execute the Order for Cancellation of Taxes in the amount of $95.87 as presented. Carried.
CLAIMS: Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to approve the claims as presented and supplemented. Carried. Commissioner Anderson abstained from the vote to circumvent any potential conflict of interest.
Current Expense $ 14,586.22
Ambulance District 3,236.70
District Court 2,455.41
Justice Fund 10,419.15
Misdemeanor Probation/
Drug Court 302.00
Enhanced 911 Services 176.25
Indigent Services 11,675.52
Solid Waste 629.00
Tort 1,000.00
Weeds 1,104.25
Waterways 1,163.95
PILT 4,207.92
ROCK CLIMBING – MASSACRE ROCKS STATE PARK (BUREU OF LAND MANAGEMENT): Rock climbing enthusiasts Troy Neu, Jack Brennan and Lisa Safford appeared before the Commissioners to report that the Bureau of Land Management is proposing to close a 600-acre portion of the Massacre Rocks State Park, also known as Cedar Field Archeological District, in order to preserve “cultural resources” and post the area as federally protected. The rock climbers requested assistance from Power County in encouraging the Bureau of Land Management to continue the unlimited and diverse uses, including rock climbing, within that area. Following discussion, the Commissioner instructed Power County Prosecuting Attorney Randy Kline to draft a letter to the Bureau of Land Management supporting the rock climbing group’s efforts to maintain the area for current uses, and further consideration of this matter was tabled until August 29th, 2011.
CITY OF AMERICAN FALLS – U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION INVESTMENT GENERATING ECONOMIC RECOVERY (TIGER) GRANT (DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION – LETTER OF SUPPORT): American Falls Mayor Amy Wynn appeared before the Commissioners to request that Power County issue a letter supporting the City’s U.S. Department of Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) Grant in the amount of $4 million, which would accomplish, at a minimum, phases 1 and 2 of the City’s Downtown Revitalization Project. Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to issue a letter supporting the City of American Falls’ TIGER Grant for downtown revitalization. Carried.
POWER COUNTY TRANSFER STATION/LANDFILL – EQUIPMENT PURCHASE: Commissioner Anderson reported that he and Power County Transfer Station Supervisor Craig Heward recently toured the Southern Idaho Solid Waste Landfill in Burley and the Twin Falls Transfer Station in Twin Falls to view general operations and investigate equipment needs. Following discussion regarding the equipment upgrades for the Power County Transfer Station & Landfill, the Commissioners agreed to table further consideration of this matter until September 13th, 2011.
FISCAL YEAR 2012 BUDGET – PUBLIC HEARING: Commissioner Meadows announced that it was the date and time scheduled for public hearing on Power County’s proposed fiscal year 2012 budget as published. At the outset, Commissioner Meadows advised those in attendance that Idaho Code #31-1605 requires that the Board of Power County Commissioners fully and finally fix and determine a fiscal year 2012 budget prior to the conclusion of the public budget hearing. Power County Clerk Christine Steinlicht then reported that, in order to comply with Governmental Accounting Standards adopted for fiscal year 2012, the Board of Commissioners must designate all contingency accounts. Following public hearing and opportunity for questions, comments and/or objections, it was moved by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to amend Power County’s proposed Fiscal Year 2012 Budget as follows:
50-00-526-00 PILT Contingency Account – Reduce by $50,000 ($450,000)
50-00-807-00 PILT Capital Communications – Increase by $50,000 ($350,000)
Carried.
Following further discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Funk, to approve Power County’s Fiscal Year 2012 Budget, as amended, in the amount of $10,597,089, which does not include any amounts to be raised from property taxes greater than the amounts advertised, with the understanding that all Contingency funds or accounts contained therein shall be designated as follows:
First, as a “General Reserve Appropriation” under I.C. #31-1605, and the Board of County Commissioners shall have the right to make an appropriation of these funds in the event of any unforeseen contingency arising, which could not reasonably have been foreseen at the time of making the budget, and which shall require the expenditure of money not provided for in the budget; and
Second, as an “Accumulated Fund Balance” sufficient to achieve or maintain the operations of Power County on a cash basis as provided by I.C. #31-1605(A).
Carried.
Adjourned.
VICKI MEADOWS, Chairman
CHRISTINE STEINLICHT, Clerk
POWER COUNTY
COMMISSIONER MINUTES
The Board of Power County Commissioners met in special session on Monday, August 29th, 2011. Present were Commissioners Vicki Meadows, Chairman, and Delane Anderson. Also present were Power County Clerk Christine Steinlicht and Power County Prosecuting Attorney F. Randall Kline.
COMMISSIONER AGENDA (I.C. #67-2343): Following a review of I.C. #67-2343, and good cause appearing therefore, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to amend the August 29th, 2011, Commissioner Agenda to include the following items:
Power County Commissioner – September Agenda
Power County Airport – Fiscal Year 2011 (Expenditures)
Table Mountain Repeater Site – BLM Right of Way Agreement
Power County Fairgrounds – Building & Grounds (Show Barn Addition)
Carried.
COMMUNICATIONS – TABLE MOUNTAIN REPEATER SITE: Power County Prosecuting Attorney Randy Kline appeared before the Commissioners to review the Right of Way Agreement between the United States Department of Interior Bureau of Land Management and Power County for ingress and egress to the Table Mountain Repeater Site, which Agreement has been modified to address the concerns of Power County and adjacent land owners. Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to approve and execute Right-of-Way Agreement #IDI-36996 between the Bureau of Land Management and Power County for ingress and egress to the Table Mountain Repeater Site. Carried.
POWER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS – SEPTEMBER AGENDA: Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Meadows, to schedule regular business meetings in September on Tuesday, September 13th and Monday, September 26th, 2011. Carried.
SOUTHEASTERN DISTRICT HEALTH DEPARTMENT – QUARTERLY REPORT: Sandy Sorrell and Laree Zweigart of the Southeastern District Health Department appeared before the Commissioners to present the District’s quarterly report for the period ending June 30th, 2011.
SOUTHEASTERN DISTRICT HEALTH DEPARTMENT – EMPLOYEE SHOTS: Following discussion with Sandy Sorrell of the Southeastern District Health Department, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to offer the one-time series of Hepatitis A/B shots, annual TB tests and annual flu shots to County employees at County expense. Carried. Clerk Steinlicht will follow up with the Southeastern District Health Department and advise the Power County employees of the scheduled date and time.
ROCK CLIMBING – MASSACRE ROCKS STATE PARK (BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT): Following discussion with Power County Prosecuting Attorney Randy Kline, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to approve and execute the letter to the Bureau of Land Management supporting local rock climbing enthusiasts’ efforts to encourage the continued open, unlimited and diverse uses, including rock climbing, within the 600-acre portion of the Massacre Rocks State Park a/k/a Cedar Field Archeological Field which the BLM proposes to close in order to preserve cultural resources. Carried.
POWER COUNTY BUILDING & GROUNDS – PARKING AREAS: Commissioner Anderson reported that he will be obtaining a quote from Imperial Asphalt to repair and repave all parking areas adjacent to the Power County Courthouse and Annex, and the Commissioners agreed to table further consideration of this matter until September 26th, 2011.
STATE INSURANCE FUND (WORKERS COMPENSATION) – SAFETY INSPECTIONS/POLICY: David Smith of the State Insurance Fund appeared before the Commissioners to review Power County’s safety policies. Following discussion, Mr. Smith suggested that Power County adopt a safety policy that includes inspections and follow up action, and provided the Commissioners with a sample policy and forms. Following further discussion, the Commissioners agreed to review the proposed policy changes with the Power County Elected Officials and Department Heads at their next joint meeting scheduled for September 13th, 2011, at 2:00 p.m.
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (EFFICIENCY AND CONSERVATION BLOCK GRANT): Power County Fairboard Chairman Bill Schroeder and Agricultural Extension Agent Reed Findlay appeared before the Commissioners to discuss Section #5.2.5 of the Energy Efficiency & Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Contract #CON00044 to “replace the existing pump with energy efficient pump at fairgrounds”. As requested, Mr. Schroeder presented the Commissioners with the Fairboard’s written verification to the Idaho Department of Energy detailing the County’s significant energy cost savings on variable frequency drive replacement versus total pump replacement. Following discussion, the Commissioners agreed that the Idaho Department of Energy’s receipt of this requested information from the Power County Fairboard should fully and finally complete Power County EECBG Contract #CON00044.
POWER COUNTY FAIRBOARD – BUILDING & GROUNDS (SHOW BARN ADDITION): Power County Fairboard Chairman Bill Schroeder and Agricultural Extension Agent Reed Findlay appeared before the Commissioners to present a copy of the quote from BGM Builders in the amount of $42,440, which quote has been accepted and approved by the Fairboard, to expand and upgrade the Show Barn at the Power County Fairgrounds. Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to authorize the Power County Fairboard to access its fiscal year 2011 and fiscal year 2012 PILT allocations, which total $40,000, for the Show Barn expansion project. Carried.
JUNIOR COLLEGE – CERTIFICATES OF RESIDENCY: Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to approve the Certificates of Residency submitted by the College of Southern Idaho. Carried.
POWER COUNTY DISASTER SERVICES – HOMELAND SECURITY GRANTS (2011 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PERFORMANCE GRANT): Following discussion with Power County Disaster Services Director Di Jones, it was moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, approve and execute the 2011 Emergency Management Performance Grant application and assurances as presented. Carried.
POWER COUNTY RURAL ADDRESS SYSTEM – FORT HALL INDIAN RESERVATION: Power County Disaster Services Director Di Jones appeared before the Commissioners to report that the planning meeting, as discussed on August 22nd, 2011, has been scheduled for Tuesday, September 13th, 2011, at 2:30 p.m.; accordingly, this matter was tabled until that time.
POWER COUNTY AMBULANCE DISTRICT: Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to recess as Power County Board of Commissioners and reconvene as Power County Ambulance District Board. Carried.
AMBULANCE – EMS DISPATCH PROTOCOL: Power County Ambulance District Director Di Jones appeared before the Commissioners to review the proposed “Power County EMS Dispatch Guidelines”. The Commissioners agreed to review the proposed guidelines further with Power County Sheriff Jim Jeffries and consideration of this matter was tabled until September 13th, 2011.
Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to recess as Power County Ambulance District Board and reconvene as Power County Board of Commissioners. Carried.
NATIONAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (NIMS) AND INCIDENT COMMAND SYSTEM (ICS) – TRAINING: Power County Disaster Services Director Di Jones appeared before the Commissioners to discuss the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS). Following discussion, the Commissioners agreed to table further discussion of this matter until the Power County Elected Officials/Department Heads meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 13th, 2011, at 2:00 p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (I.C. #67-2345): Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to move into executive session pursuant to I.C. #67-2345, to consider the evaluation, dismissal or disciplining of, or to hear complaints or charges brought against a public officer, employee, staff member or individual agent. Upon a call for the question, the following roll call vote was taken:
Commissioner Meadows – Aye
Commissioner Anderson – Aye
Carried.
POWER COUNTY SHERIFF – COMMUNICATIONS (REPEATER SITES): Power County Sheriff Jim Jeffries appeared before the Commissioners with Power County Disaster Services Director Di Jones to review the proposed Memorandum of Understanding between the State of Idaho Military Division and Power County to provide connectivity from the communication sites at Kinport and Chinese Peaks to the State’s Master Site located in Meridian, Idaho. Sheriff Jeffries reported that the State of Idaho is proposing this MOU to provide guidelines for interaction between the County and State, based on 700 MHz standards. Following discussion, the Commissioners and Sheriff Jeffries agreed that each repeater site should be addressed through a separate and individual Memorandum of Understanding, and that Power County’s participation in any Memorandum is based solely on Power County’s use and not on any use by other government agencies or entities within Power County; therefore, each entity or agency should maintain independent Memorandums and/or payment agreements.
POWER COUNTY SHERIFF – JAIL MODIFICATION/REMODEL: Power County Sheriff Jim Jeffries appeared before the Commissioners to discuss a plan to modify and remodel specific areas of the Power County Jail facility in order to meet compliance with Idaho Jail Standards. At the outset, Sheriff Jeffries reported that he and Gary Ferguson d/b/a BGM Builders are working on a design plan, which includes architect certification. Following discussion, the Commissioners agreed to table further consideration of this matter until October 24th, 2011.
POWER COUNTY AIRPORT – FISCAL YEAR 2011 EXPENDITURES: Power County Airport Manager Stan Bearup appeared before the Commissioners to review Power County’s policy requiring the approval of the Power County Airport Board or Board of Commissioners for any expenditure over $250.00. Commissioner Anderson reported that a meeting of the Power County Airport Board has been scheduled for Tuesday, September 6th, 2011, and budgetary issues will be addressed in greater detail at that time; accordingly, further discussion of this matter was tabled until September 13th, 2011.
POWER COUNTY ABATEMENT DISTRICT: Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to recess as Power County Board of Commissioners and reconvene as Power County Abatement District Board. Carried.
VECTOR DISEASE CONTROL INTERNATIONAL – MOSQUITO ABATEMENT: Tim Bennett of Vector Disease Control International appeared before the Commissioners to present Power County’s Mosquito Surveillance and Control Report for July, 2011.
Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to recess as Power County Abatement District Board and reconvene as Power County Board of Commissioners. Carried.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (I.C. #67-2345): Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, 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 indigent medical applications. Upon a call for the question, the following roll call vote was taken:
Commissioner Meadows – Aye
Commissioner Anderson – Aye
Carried.
INDIGENT CASE #2012-06-I: Moved by Commissioner Meadows, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to approve Indigent Medical Application #2012-16-I. Carried.
Adjourned.
VICKI MEADOWS, Chairman
CHRISTINE STEINLICHT, Clerk