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COMMISSIONER MINUTES
#586 June 1, 2009
The Cassia County Board of Commissioners met this day with
Chairman Dennis Crane, and Clay D. Handy, Board Members; Alfred E.
Barrus, Prosecuting Attorney; Wendy L. Marr, Deputy Clerk, and Kerry
D. McMurray, County Administrator, present. Commissioner Paul
Christenson and Clerk Larry Mickelsen were excused from the meeting.
PREVIOUS WEEK’S MINUTES
The Minutes for May 18 and May 29, 2009 were discussed. A motion was
made and seconded to approve and proceed with publication of an
appropriate synopsis. Roll call vote was unanimous by the Board.
CALENDAR
The Board reviewed the calendar for June 2009.
CORRESPONDENCE
The Board reviewed the following:
1. Fair Board Meeting
2. Letter from Land Title and Escrow, Inc Re: a county in the area
that has decided to close on Fridays.
3. A Notice of Public Hearing by Planning and Zoning for the City of
Albion on 6/16/09.
4. An Invitation from Fort Hall Housing Authority to attend Homeland
Security training.
5. A letter from Donna Bush requesting additional information for
Syringa Wireless line surcharges.
RIVER WEST SUBDIVISION
The Board reviewed the final plats for the River West Subdivision.
After review it was moved and seconded to sign the plats.
SOUTH CENTRAL COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP
The Board heard from Ken Robinette. He presented their 2008 Annual
Report and Directory and discussed the various services they provide
to Idaho and more specifically to Cassia County, some of which
include: The Energy Assistance and Weatherization Program and The
Transitional Housing Program for Homeless Families with Children. He
requested consideration in next year’s budget.
VIKING MAN REQUEST
The Board reviewed a request from the Viking Man organization for a
boat patrol unit to be on hand during their activity. A motion was
made and approved for the boat patrol unit, at the expense of the
sponsoring entity. Kerry McMurray will follow up with a letter.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
At 10:03am it was proposed by Commissioner Handy and seconded by
Commissioner Crane that the Board convene in Executive Session under
Idaho Code Section 67-2345(1)(d) with Commissioner Crane voting yea,
and Commissioner Handy voting yea. The purpose and general tenor of
the meeting was to discuss medical indigent matters. Following the
discussion, the Board returned to regular session at 10:45am.
Following Executive Session the Board Signed Release of Liens for
Cases #208118 and 2009015; Denied Cases # 2009040, 2009041, 2009042,
2009054 and 2009055; Approved Cases # 2009005 and 2009052; Approved
Writing-Off Case # 2009057; Approved sending to collections Cases #
208081 and 201026; Approved confirmation of a Chapter 13 payment
plan for Cases # 208116 and 99150,
EXCESS ROADWAY EXCAVATION MATERIALS
The Board discussed an agreement with Staker Parsons Company
regarding the County Road and Bridge Department’s use of excess
roadway excavation materials. A couple of concerns were noted and
the County Administrator was asked to review and satisfy those
matters. The Commissioners will need to authorize the agreement,
when finalized.
MINIDOKA WILDFIRE FUEL BREAKS
The Board reviewed the BLM information regarding the Decision Record
for the Minidoka Wildfire Fuel Breaks.
MCCJC REQUEST FOR PURCHASE EQUIPMENT
The Board reviewed the MCCJC request for authorization to purchase a
piece of medical equipment for the jail nurse. It was moved and
seconded to approve the purchase.
REQUEST FOR CANCELLATION OF TAXES
The Board gave reconsideration to a request for Cancellation of
Taxes and related Homestead issues for Parcel RPBB0011270170A. Based
upon information provided, the Board determined to uphold its
decision to not cancel the taxes in question. Al Barrus will write a
letter of response to the party requesting reconsideration.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES ELECTION
The Board gave consideration for participation in the annual
election for National Association of Counties (NACo) leadership. The
matter was tabled until next week for further discussion.
RESOLUTION NO. 2009-019
The Board reviewed Resolution No. 2009-019 for destruction of
Semi-Permanent records at the Mini-Cassia Criminal Justice Center.
After review, it was moved and seconded to sign and execute the
resolution and roll call vote was unanimous by the Board.
HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENTS
The Board reviewed VEBA Service Group information on Health
Reimbursement Arrangements. The Board declined to pursue any such
new arrangements at this time.
BUILDING MATTERS
The Board reviewed some building matters and security issues in the
Courtrooms.
GATEWAY PROJECT DISCUSSION
At 11:00am the Board conducted a hearing at the Burley City Hall
meeting room with representatives from the BLM, Power County, Oneida
County, Representatives Bedke and Wood and Senator Darrington to
discuss the progress of the Gateway Project. They are still taking
public comments which are passed on to the BLM. Reasonable alternate
routes are still being sought and considered. The meeting was
adjourned at 12:00pm.
At 2:00pm the Board met with concerned citizens of Cassia County at
the King Fine Arts Center-Little Theater, regarding the Gateway West
Power Transmission line project. The public forum was recorded,
which recording is on digital file with the County. The forum ended
at approximately 4:10 p.m.
COUNTY EXPENDITURE
The Board reviewed the County’s Payables Approval Report dated
5/27/2009. A motion was made and seconded to approve the report and
roll call vote was unanimous by the Board.
CURRENT EXPENSES 104 $44,545.66
INDIGENT FUND 105 $58.00
DISTRICT COURT FUND 106 $607.82
WEED & PEST FUND 108 $6.96
SOLID WASTE FUND 109 $334,279.00
AMBULANCE SERVICE 110 $5,683.35
REVALUATION FUND 114 $206.82
JUSTICE FUND 130 $17,559.62
PHYSICAL FACILITIES FUND 144 $3,078.80
ADULT MISDEMEANOR PROBATION 149 $8,175.74
TOTAL $414,201.77
COUNTY EXPENDITURE
The Board reviewed the County’s Payables Approval Report dated
5/29/2009. A motion was made and seconded to approve the report and
roll call vote was unanimous by the Board.
CURRENT EXPENSES 104 $326.94
INDIGENT FUND 105 $8,648.70
911 COMMUNICATIONS FUND 115 $600.00
JUSTICE FUND 130 $3,569.19
MINI-CASSIA DRUG ENFORCEMENT TASK FORCE 136 $154.75
D.A.R.E TRUST 137 $200.00
ADULT MISDEMEANOR PROBATION 149 $1,488.30
TOTAL $14,987.88
CHANGE OF STATUS
The Board reviewed 4 changes of status forms. It was moved and
seconded to approve the changes of status and roll call vote was
unanimous by the Board.
LUNCH
At 12:00pm the Board departed for lunch at The Canton, where Kerry
McMurray, County Administrator reported on personnel issues during
their working luncheon. Mr. McMurray was directed to prepare a
letter changing an affected employee’s hire date.
RE
CESS
Meeting was recessed until 9:00 a.m., Monday, June 8, 2009.
OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE AT TODAY’S MEETING
Margi Owens, Weekly News Journal; Tim Vawser and Ken Robinette. |
