***Monday, July 18, 2022, at 9:00 a.m., Commissioners met in regular session with Chairman Dan Dinning, Commissioner Tim Bertling, Clerk Glenda Poston, Deputy Clerk Michelle Rohrwasser, and Deputy Clerk Cyndy Loughney. Commissioner Wally Cossairt was out of the office for this week’s meetings.
Commissioners gave the opening invocation and said the Pledge of Allegiance.
Property owner Scott Morrison joined the meeting. Also present were: Marty Martinez, Gregory Lamberty, Jeanine Betscher, and Carolyn Davis.
9:00 a.m., Road and Bridge Department Co-Superintendent Renee Nelson joined the meeting to give the department report. A written report was provided. Ms. Nelson presented Commissioners with pictures showing that Mr. Morrison had taken down more trees to increase sight distance as it pertains to his request for a variance for an approach. Commissioners were satisfied with the work.
Commissioner Bertling moved to approve the Findings and Decisions for Variance Application #6-2022 for Scott and Melody Morrison as it pertains to an approach. Chairman Dinning yielded the chair to second.
Mr. Morrison left the meeting.
Road and Bridge will be able to provide dust control at the Annex parking lot, but county roads are a priority. Chairman Dinning said he’s not sure if it’s the road construction that is contributing to the dust. Ms. Nelson informed Commissioners that the Fair Board had asked Road and Bridge if they could water the arena and that is something Road and Bridge could try to do during chip sealing as they are able. Clerk Poston said the only time dust control might be a necessity is during fair.
Ms. Nelson said she didn’t have any updates for the Alta Forest Products and Great Northern Road projects. Ms. Nelson inquired about the ability to acquire the older Chevrolet Tahoe that the Emergency Manager used to drive.
Ms. Nelson said Road and Bridge is working with Cabinet Mountains Water District and Keller Associates on the Water District’s project to go over what areas need approaches and variances. When the original letter regarding the project was done in 2020 it was before the variance process was in place. There are two approaches that don’t need to go through the variance process, according to Ms. Nelson. On Round Mountain Road, Cabinet Mountains Water District will relocate their pump house from where it is on the corner of Highland Flats Road and Round Mountain Road to further down Round Mountain Road. Chairman Dinning said this is not for residential use. Ms. Nelson said she will check with County Civil Attorney Tevis Hull about this as it’s another taxing district and not residential use. On the far western part of Highland Flats a new tank will be built and there is an existing approach, but it will need to be brought up to standards to be able to use it. It’s a change in use, but the approach was already existing. Commissioners agreed.
Ms. Nelson spoke of having surveys done for both county pits, but it won’t take place until August 1st.
Ms. Nelson said the Solid Waste Department will be included in the county fuel supply bid with Road and Bridge; other county departments didn’t feel it necessary to be included in the bid. Chairman Dinning questioned how much funding would be saved in tax by these other departments participating in the bid process.
Ms. Nelson said Taylor and Sons has the new Road and Bridge pickup ready and Road and Bridge picked up the 2022 tractor from Hayden last week.
9:11 a.m., Lynda Fioravanti joined the meeting.
Ms. Nelson commented that she’s still working to have a meeting with Kevin Kuther with the Local Highway Technical Assistance Council to discuss the 129,000-pound truck matter. Mr. Kuther will just provide facts, according to Ms. Nelson. These heavier trucks are supposed to have more axels, but Ms. Nelson said she was told these trucks are going to hurt the county’s roads.
9:17 a.m., Steve Fioravanti joined the meeting.
Chairman Dinning asked if more thought was given about the offer of covering the cost of training for commercial driver’s licenses for new Road and Bridge employees. Boundary County Economic Development Director David Sims had mentioned there was state funding that would pay for the entire course, according to Chairman Dinning.
The meeting with Ms. Nelson ended at 9:20 a.m.
Commissioner Bertling moved to approve the meeting minutes for the week of June 27, 2022. Chairman Dinning yielded the chair to second. Motion passed unanimously.
Commissioner Bertling moved to sign the Certificate of Residency for Roger Naylor. Chairman Dinning yielded the chair to second. Motion passed unanimously.
9:30 a.m., Commissioners contacted Attorney Tevis Hull via telephone.
Chairman Dinning said that Commissioners had received an email from Attorney Hull regarding American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and associated executive orders, etc., and Attorney Hull had also reviewed the opinion letter from Bonner County’s Deputy Prosecuting Attorney William Wilson. In the letter it says, at the time of acceptance of funds any executive orders in affect at that time is what needs to be abided by and any orders after that, due to case law, would not apply.
9:30 a.m., Commissioners contacted Commissioner Wally Cossairt via telephone.
Bonners Ferry Herald Reporter Emily Bonsant joined the meeting.
Chairman Dinning said Attorney Hull had the analysis from Bonner County and in that the executive orders that would’ve been in place at the time of acceptance of funds are the orders the county would be bound to. The date the offer of funds was given was back in January 2021. In that, there would have been those orders in place at that time. It’s up to Commissioners to discuss this matter. Commissioners said there are orders in place during the second offer if the county chooses to accept the funds. Commissioner Bertling said if you’re a federal employee, there are things that can bind you, but he didn’t see anything otherwise. Attorney Hull said there is nothing to add to the conclusion of his opinion. Commissioner Cossairt said the only restrictions seem to pertain to federal employees, so it doesn’t affect the county. Commissioner Bertling and Attorney Hull commented that there are restrictions for the county pertaining to how funds are spent.
Commissioner Bertling moved to accept American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and to use the funds for various county projects. Chairman Dinning yielded the chair to second. Motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Fioravanti asked Commissioners if he could object. Chairman Dinning said this is not a public hearing; it’s Commissioners doing business. Mr. Fioravanti said let that be stated for the record.
Commissioners and Clerk Poston discussed adopting resolutions associated with what this funding will be spent on.
Commissioner Bertling moved to prepare a resolution for the acceptance of American Rescue Plan Act funds. Chairman Dinning yielded the chair to second. Motion passed unanimously.
Commissioner Cossairt ended his call at 9:33 a.m.
Commissioners received a request to abandon a county road and the county has to go through the process of Idaho Code and share that information with the person requesting the abandonment.
Mr. Fioravanti, Jeanine Betscher, and Carolyn Davis left the meeting at 9:34 a.m.
Commissioners said the request is to abandon the entire length of Crescent Road and they questioned if it will require a survey. Attorney Hull said a survey probably won’t be needed. The road touches approximately 10 parcels and if the road goes back to the owners of property, those legal descriptions will be needed for those respective owners. If there had only been one residence, the county could probably get by without a survey, but if there are more, they will need legal descriptions so that there will be access. The request is for Crescent Road to be made private. Attorney Hull said he needs time to review this. Commissioner Bertling said he’s spoken to Road and Bridge about this.
Commissioner Bertling moved to sign the Certificate of Substantial Completion for the Boundary County Airfield Pavement Maintenance Project. Chairman Dinning yielded the chair to second. Motion passed unanimously.
Commissioner Bertling moved to renew the Contract for Law Enforcement Services with the Kootenai Tribe of Idaho. Chairman Dinning yielded the chair to second. Motion passed unanimously.
Commissioner Bertling moved to renew the Adult Detention Agreement between the Kootenai Tribe of Idaho and Boundary County. Acting Chairman Dinning yielded the chair to second. Motion passed unanimously.
Clerk Poston discussed the National Opioid Settlement Notice and she informed Commissioners the county should receive the county’s distribution this week in the amount of $13,176.05. Clerk Poston questioned if these funds can be directed to Panhandle Health District as the county’s contribution. Clerk Poston added that she would like to mirror what another county is doing and in doing so, the Health District would handle the reporting of these funds. Attorney Hull said he was aware of this process, but he would like to see the agreement associated with these contracts before making a recommendation to the Board, but it does seem like the most efficient way.
Attorney Hull updated Commissioners that he’s been working on drafting the new Ground-Hangar Lease Agreements so Commissioners should have those soon.
Commissioners told Attorney Hull that Cabinet Mountains Water District has an existing approach to one of their pump houses and they plan on moving this house’s current location down the road a bit. Commissioners didn’t know if they could waive the road variance because it’s doing away with the other access.
The call to Attorney Hull ended at 9:44 a.m.
Commissioners tended to administrative duties until their next meeting at 10:00 a.m.
Ms. Fioravanti questioned why Commissioners wouldn’t allow Mr. Fioravanti to comment about ARPA. Commissioner Bertling mentioned that it was a public meeting, but not a meeting for the public.
9:58 a.m., Boundary Ambulance Service Chief Jeff Lindsey joined the meeting.
10:00 a.m., Commissioner Bertling moved to recess as the Board of Boundary County Commissioners and convene as the Boundary County Ambulance Service District Governing Board. Chairman Dinning yielded the chair to second. Motion passed unanimously.
Chief Lindsey informed Commissioners that he wanted to voice thanks to emergency personnel for their help associated with multiple accidents that occurred the other day. Chief Lindsey spoke of the partnership with South Boundary Fire District in providing emergency medical services (EMS) and he said a lot of people helped pitch in and he wanted to give kudos to the group. Chief Lindsey said calls have been steadily busy; it’s been busy due to being summer. Chief Lindsey said he’s one of 20 people representing Boundary County for EMS sustainability and he is heading to Boise tomorrow to meet with other counties and discuss dealing with population increases, rules and statute changes for EMS and how to keep it going, especially in smaller counties. With the cost of everything increasing the group will discuss how to keep operating at this level and how to finance this service. All of the smaller counties are dealing with the same thing and the question is how to retain and compensate paramedics when you don’t have the benefits that larger counties have. Commissioners might be brought in for a zoom call at some point, according to Chief Lindsey.
Chairman Dinning asked Chief Lindsey if everything is going well with Boundary Ambulance’s partners here in the county. Mr. Lindsey said yes, adding that he hasn’t heard any negativity.
Commissioners asked Chief Lindsey about the cost of ambulances these days and Chief Lindsey said he used to pay $190,000.00 for what now could cost $220,000.00. Chief Lindsey listed a base cost as well as the cost to equip the ambulance.
Commissioners and Clerk Poston said a recent installment of $172,204.81 was provided to Boundary Ambulance. Clerk Poston mentioned there should be a request for an increase of $7,000.00 for ambulance service.
Commissioner Bertling moved to approve the Boundary County Ambulance Service District Governing Board meeting minutes for June 13, 2022. Chairman Dinning yielded the chair to second. Motion passed unanimously.
Chief Lindsey left the meeting.
10:09 a.m., Commissioner Bertling moved to adjourn as the Boundary County Ambulance Service District and reconvene as the Boundary County Board of Commissioners. Chairman Dinning yielded the chair to second. Motion passed unanimously.
10:12 a.m., Ms. Fioravanti left the meeting.
10:16 a.m., Kootenai Tribe of Idaho Administrative Director/Kootenai Valley Resource Initiative Facilitator Rhonda Vogl joined the meeting. Bonners Ferry District Forest Ranger Kevin Knauth joined the meeting via telephone at 10:29 a.m.
Commissioners asked for an update on Forest Service projects. Mr. Knauth said summer and trail crews are working. As far as roads in general, you can get up to Roman Nose so people should be able to get to all trail heads, but they may encounter some snow in the shaded areas. All rental lookouts are open and accessible. Fire crews are working and all fire personnel have helped fight fires in New Mexico and Arizona. Mr. Knauth spoke of the area’s recent rain and thunder storms and he said there is one confirmed lightning strike in the Bonners Ferry Ranger District, but no fires. Most of the activity from that recent storm missed Boundary County. There are some fires in the southern portion of Priest Lake as well as Scotchman Peak. All of the fires from the first go ‘round except for one are out or almost out. It has been wet, but some areas have seen enough sunshine so the fire fuels are able to burn. Chairman Dinning said to be cautious as we always seem to get a big wind in August. Mr. Knauth said it’s good if we have a light tree canopy so if a helicopter is needed for a drop, it will be effective. Mr. Knauth informed Commissioners that the snow load timber sale bid opening is tomorrow and this is the first sale out of Westside Restoration project. The sale is estimated to be 13 million board feet.
Ms. Vogl provided Commissioners with an update on this evening’s KVRI meeting. There will be an update on the sturgeon and burbot programs and Mr. Knauth will give a Forestry Subcommittee update. There will not be a KVRI meeting in August as KVRI will be setting up for the fair that month instead.
The meeting with Ms. Vogl and Mr. Knauth ended at 10:43 a.m.
Commissioners tended to administrative duties until their next meeting at 11:00 a.m.
11:03 a.m., Treasurer Sue Larson joined the meeting to provide an update on county accounts. Those present reviewed rates, accounts, etc.
Commissioner Bertling moved to approve and accept the Treasurer’s statement of Boundary County Accounts dated June 30, 2022. Chairman Dinning yielded the chair to second. Motion passed unanimously.
Treasurer Larson said there are two property owners who are faithful in trying to catch up their property tax balance. The Treasurer’s Office is starting the tax deeding process, but these property owners should be caught up by December or January for year 2019 taxes. By law, the county has to apply the payments to the oldest year taxes, according to Treasurer Larson.
The meeting with Treasurer Larson ended at 11:20 a.m.
11:30 a.m., Restorium Administrator Karlene Magee and Restorium Maintenance Kevin Schnuerle joined the meeting.
Mr. Schnuerle said the Restorium is an old building and he listed various things that should be addressed. New fencing materials should be coming in and there is volunteer help for the Restorium. Horizon Landscaping has donated their time and equipment and people have come in the last couple of days to help clean up around the flower beds. Mr. Schnuerle said if the county would purchase pavers, edging and fabric, Horizon Landscaping will provide the river rock and they will place the rock and hook up a misting system. Most of the material is already there. Mr. Schnuerle asked about the landfill waiving the fees for disposing of old concrete. Granite Works has donated a fountain and the river rock was donated by Horizon Landscaping. Mr. Schnuerle said he doesn’t yet have a cost for materials. Chairman Dinning said Commissioners just need to know what the costs are. Mr. Schnuerle said he thought a pallet of pavers is approximately $360.00 and he would need four pallets. Clerk Poston said you might be able to get fabric from Road and Bridge. Commissioners were in favor of the expenditure.
Mr. Schnuerle said the threshold going into the Restorium, especially on the south side, has a two-inch lip from the door jamb to the cement and it’s a safety hazard. Both doors probably need an automatic door opener as well as the residents who use walkers have issues with the door closing on their walkers. Mr. Schnuerle said in his short time he’s seen the potential for accidents. Mr. Schnuerle mentioned that the temperature of the walk-in freezer is monitored daily, and it’s not working properly so arrangements were made for the food so it wouldn’t spoil. Cool-It came up and found that there is a freon leak that has been repaired at least once before. The freezer unit is as old as the building so he can look into the cost for that. Mr. Schnuerle said in the mechanical room there is a backflow preventer that was leaking through the overflow exhaust pipe for the water. It was starting to leak where the whole unit connects and it needs to be replaced so he will get a price for that replacement as well.
Clerk Poston informed Ms. Magee that she still needs the revenue information from her for the county budget, but she does have $22,000.00 for capital construction for this next year. If there is extra money that is needed, she will need to know as soon as possible because budgets need to be done. Mr. Schnuerle said he’s willing to do what he can for the building and he added that he feels the Restorium has been a part of the community. It’s not just an assisted living facility anymore. Instead residents go there to be taken care of and now the Restorium has a memory care side.
Commissioners discussed the need to look at resident rates for the memory care wing of the Restorium. Ms. Magee said she has come up with proposed rates. Chairman Dinning commented that these new rates would require a public hearing.
Mr. Schnuerle left the meeting at 11:48 a.m.
Mr. Martinez left the meeting at 11:49 a.m.
11:49 p.m., Commissioner Bertling moved to go into executive session pursuant to Idaho Code 74-206(1)b, 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, or public-school student. Acting Chairman Dinning yielded the chair to second. Commissioners voted as follows: Chairman Dinning “aye” and Commissioner Bertling “aye”. Motion passed unanimously. The executive session ended at 12:06 p.m. No action was taken.
Commissioners recessed for lunch at 12:06 p.m.
1:30 p.m., Commissioners reconvened for the afternoon session with Chairman Dan Dinning, Commissioner Tim Bertling, Clerk Glenda Poston, Deputy Clerk Michelle Rohrwasser, and Deputy Clerk Cyndy Loughney.
1:30 p.m., Tim Patton joined the meeting to discuss penalties for Planning and Zoning violations. Mr. Patton commented that he feels the penalty fees should be increased since violators are not deterred by the low fees. Mr. Patton wanted to know if the fees can be raised since they are currently so low and a higher fee would help to decrease violations. Chairman Dinning explained that Commissioners were informed that the fees are set by statute and they do not rise above a misdemeanor or infraction. The penalties for these are a set amount and it’s not certain if that fee is accumulative. Commissioner Bertling said he spoke with Planning and Zoning Administrator Clare Marley last week about a possible violation in the McArthur Lake area and the fee is $500.00 and a misdemeanor, and when the fine is paid the matter is dismissed. It was said there is no teeth in the fines. Chairman Dinning said the county has to adhere to the state statute. Commissioner Bertling said this needs to be fixed because people are finding loop holes and it’s easy for them to pay the fine and go about their day. Chairman Dinning and Commissioner Bertling said they would look into whether or not increasing the fines would be more of a deterrent.
Mr. Patton left the meeting.
1:45 p.m., Sherriff Dave Kramer and Undersheriff Rich Stephens joined the meeting to discuss the upcoming budget for personnel and to discuss entering into a contract pertaining to inmates, such as one on one, observation, monitoring, documentation and watch services. Sheriff Kramer said the Sheriff’s Office works with two companies that provide security services associated with inmates and there have been times when these companies have not been available so he would like to sign a contact with Boundary Security so he has another company to work with if needed. Boundary Security is already contracted with Boundary Community Hospital and County Civil Attorney Tevis Hull has reviewed and approved the agreement.
Commissioner Bertling moved to sign the Boundary Security Service Agreement for the Boundary County Sheriff’s Office. Chairman Dinning yielded the chair to second. Motion passed unanimously.
Those present discussed providing dust control for the Annex’s gravel parking lot located behind the building. Commissioners mentioned that they had heard the dust might be caused from the road constructions. Sheriff Kramer said the dust is kicked up when the wind blows. Undersheriff Stephens asked if just the high traffic areas could be treated. Chairman Dinning mentioned that Road and Bridge has only received half of the dust control materials that they use. Commissioner Bertling offered to talk to Oxford Inc. about treating the area behind the Annex. Clerk Poston said in the Annex/armory repairs and maintenance line item there are funds that could cover that cost. Commissioner Bertling said he knows of someone who could handle this project as it’s not a big project. Road and Bridge is busy so it would be easier and faster to have someone else do it.
Sheriff Kramer informed Commissioners that he received one application for the detention deputy position.
Clerk Poston asked about the Sheriff’s Office participating in the county fuel supply bid. It was said the Sheriff’s Office is getting that information together to give to Road and Bridge tomorrow. The fuel budget for the Sheriff’s Office increased from $58,000.00 to $92,000.00.
Sheriff Kramer and Undersheriff Stephens mentioned working on a 911 grant for the Sheriff’s Office and the due date to sign the document is coming up, but they’re still gathering quotes from vendors to combine them with all five northern counties and there have been some delays with the vendors. It was said the Sheriff’s Office had not budgeted for an additional dispatcher because staff levels were stable, but one dispatcher just recently moved on to another job. The Sheriff’s Office is now short a dispatcher and they need to see if they can hire another one. There are currently eight dispatchers at the Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Kramer said this last Saturday proved an additional dispatcher is necessary after experiencing numerous incidents that occurred during that time. Employee vacation time and sick time is also difficult when not having enough dispatchers. The budget associated with the dispatcher position is $80,000.00 annually. It was said that certain staff members at the Sheriff’s Office needs to understand the 911 grant as well. Clerk Poston said to budget for a new dispatcher, funds would need to be cut from somewhere else, such as the proposed shed that was budgeted.
Sheriff Kramer commented that the Sheriff’s Office has a few vehicles that can be deemed surplus, such as the van, the older Humvee and two patrol vehicles. Sheriff Kramer commented about wanting to try the online auction process and it’s the same company Bonner County has used so he will get more information on that. Clerk Poston mentioned possibly offering the vehicles to other county departments first. Chairman Dinning suggested trying the online auction process for the van first.
Sheriff Kramer spoke of working on getting a quote for a generator heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system.
Undersheriff Stephens commented that the county’s IT person can utilize an office at the Annex.
Sheriff Kramer mentioned that his budget for overtime is increasing and he’s been trying to watch this budget, but it’s been the same for the last 10 years. Some overtime just can’t be avoided when it comes to the jail, etc. Sheriff Kramer said he’s looking at upcoming trainings to schedule without incurring overtime.
Commissioners asked Sheriff Kramer how much a new patrol car would cost now and Sheriff Kramer said it would cost $60,000.00 equipped.
2:25 p.m., Bonners Ferry Herald Reporter Emily Bonsant joined the meeting
Sheriff Kramer informed Commissioners that the number of inmates in the jail has decreased.
The meeting with Sheriff Kramer and Undersheriff Stephens ended at 2:38 p.m.
2:45 p.m., Commissioners and Clerk Poston continued their budget workshop.
The workshop ended at 3:10 p.m.
3:20 p.m., Commissioner Bertling moved to go into executive session pursuant to Idaho Code 74-206(1)b, 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, or public-school student. Chairman Dinning yielded the chair to second. Commissioners voted as follows: Chairman Dinning “aye” and Commissioner Bertling “aye”. Motion passed unanimously. The executive session ended at 3:26 p.m. No action was taken.
There being no further business, the meeting recessed until tomorrow at 9:00 a.m.
***Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at 9:00 a.m., Commissioners met in regular session at the County Annex with Chairman Dan Dinning, Commissioner Tim Bertling, Clerk Glenda Poston, and Deputy Clerk Michelle Rohrwasser.
9:00 a.m., Commissioners held an elected officials/department heads meeting. Present were: Chairman Dan Dinning, Commissioner Tim Bertling, Clerk Glenda Poston, Deputy Clerk Michelle Rohrwasser, Veterans Service Officer Ron Self, Treasurer Sue Larson, Personnel Director Pam Barton, Solid Waste Department Superintendent Claine Skeen, Matt Hodges with Computer Arts, Inc., Emergency Services Manager Andrew O’Neel, Road and Bridge Department Co-Superintendent Renee Nelson, Assessor Dave Ryals, Sheriff Dave Kramer, Extension Educator Amy Robertson, Restorium Administrator Karlene Magee, Assistant Administrator Diana Lane and Prosecutor Andrakay Pluid.
Chairman Dinning said the county is in the stage of needing to finalize budgets for this next budget year so please get your information to the Clerk.
Alicia Ray with the State Insurance Fund will attend the August elected officials/department heads meeting to cover information and she will want to set up times to meet with departments individually.
Road and Bridge has asked for the Chevrolet Tahoe that had been declared surplus by Mr. O’Neel.
Chairman Dinning spoke of having attended a meeting where the issue of selenium in the Kootenai River was discussed and he mentioned trying to get the Congressional delegation involved as selenium affects fish greatly. Commissioner Bertling said the mine in Canada that is causing this issue is looking to expand and if that occurs, traces of selenium increase by 50%. Chairman Dinning said the selenium gets into the fish’s organs; not the meat.
Chairman Dinning said Commissioners have accepted American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds so they will be looking for approved things to spend the funds on. If any county department has ideas about what to spend these funds on, please send an email to Commissioners’ Office. Clerk Poston said there are parameters as to what the funds can be spent on, but it could include things such as roads, things to help combat COVID-19, waste water, etc. Chairman Dinning said because the amount the county is receiving is under $10,000,000.00, the guidelines pretty much went away, but the county will still abide by those guidelines.
Commissioners went around the room for department updates.
The elected officials/department heads meeting ended at 9:44 a.m.
The County Noxious Weeds Department report was cancelled.
9:44 a.m., Veterans Service Officer Ron Self updated Commissioners on a meeting he participated in with representatives of local Congressional offices to discuss matters pertaining to veterans, to include medical services. Mr. Self said the contract for veteran’s medical services had ended for one medical provider and the new contract with a new provider doesn’t start for a few months later so he’s looking for local providers to fill that gap. Mr. Self said he had suggested having quarterly meetings pertaining to veteran’s services in Bonners Ferry. Mr. Self informed Commissioners that he has a conference in Boise coming up in August.
The meeting with Mr. Self ended at 9:50 a.m.
9:50 a.m., Commissioner Bertling moved to go into executive session pursuant to Idaho Code 74-206(1)b, 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, or public-school student. Chairman Dinning yielded the chair to second. Commissioners voted as follows: Chairman Dinning “aye” and Commissioner Bertling “aye”. Motion passed unanimously. The executive session ended at 10:20 a.m. No action was taken.
10:20 a.m., Jonathan Reed with Techpartner joined the meeting. Mr. Reed explained that he has taken over Techpartner from Michael Listman. The county is on a maintenance program, but there are some security updates that will need to be done. Mr. Reed said he would work on a quote for services and he should have the information available in the next couple of weeks. The current rate of $65.00 per month includes one hour for him to make changes to the website that others are unable to make themselves.
The meeting with Mr. Reed ended at 10:26 a.m.
Commissioner Bertling moved to sign the Findings and Decision for Planning and Zoning File #22-0134, Daniel and Lauren Altice, for a lot line adjustment. Chairman Dinning yielded the chair to second. Motion passed unanimously.
Commissioner Bertling moved to sign the Findings and Decisions for Planning and Zoning File #22-0079, Kirk Youngers for comprehensive plan and zone map amendments from prime agriculture to rural residential. Chairman Dinning yielded the chair to second. Motion passed unanimously.
10:27 a.m., Commissioner Bertling moved to go into executive session pursuant to Idaho Code 74-206(1)b, 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, or public-school student. Chairman Dinning yielded the chair to second. Commissioners voted as follows: Chairman Dinning “aye” and Commissioner Bertling “aye”. Motion passed unanimously. The executive session ended at 11:00 a.m. No action was taken.
11:00 a.m., There being no further business, the meeting recessed until tomorrow at 9:00 a.m.
***Wednesday, July 20, 2022, at 9:00 a.m., Commissioners met in special session at the Bonner County Administration Building, located at 1500 Highway 2, Room #308, Sandpoint, Idaho, with Chairman Dan Dinning, Commissioner Tim Bertling, Boundary County Civil Attorney Tevis Hull, Bonner County Commissioner Jeff Connolly, Bonner County Legal Advisor Bill Wilson, Bonner County Chief Public Defender Luke Hagelberg, Bonner County Public Defender Susan Jensen, and Bonner County Daily Bee Staff Writer Daniel Radford.
The purpose of the meeting was to discuss details associated with entering into an agreement with Bonner County to handle public defender services for both counties.
The special meeting ended at 10:00 a.m.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 10:00 a.m.
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DAN R. DINNING, Chairman
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GLENDA POSTON, Clerk
By: Michelle Rohrwasser, Deputy Clerk