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Blaine County public meetings in 2025

119 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 23, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

County considers road access standards and federal conservation easement funding

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will consider a text amendment to driveway access standards for emergency vehicles and a support letter for federal conservation easement funding. The meeting also includes a proclamation for the America 250 commemoration and a consent calendar.

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✓ Decided: Board postponed zoning amendment on emergency driveway standards to Feb 3, 2026

The Board adopted Proclamation 2025‑09 supporting the America 250 commemoration and approved the consent calendar unanimously. It expressed support for a federal bridge grant application for the Stalker Creek Bridge and for a conservation easement letter for the Wood River Land Trust. The Board voted to continue the hearing on revising Title 9, Section 15 road and driveway access standards for emergency vehicles to February 3, 2026, and approved related findings of fact, a part‑time building inspector job description, and entered executive session with no action taken.

Thu Dec 18, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to consider River Bend Apartments community housing project

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a planned unit development application. The proposal involves the construction of multi-family housing units on two parcels of land.

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✓ Decided: Board approves River Bend Apartments community housing project

The Board of County Commissioners approved the River Bend Apartments community housing Planned Unit Development, a project to build 18 multifamily units on 2.29 acres at 102 Blue Haven Lane and State Highway 75. The motion to approve the application by Rolling Rock Properties LLC and Wood River Community Housing Trust passed with a 2‑1 vote, subject to conditions discussed. Earlier, the Board unanimously found the public‑notice requirements to be in compliance with regulations. The Commissioners also directed legal review of the deed‑restriction covenants and refined approval conditions regarding parking, landscaping, fire safety and other standards.

Tue Dec 16, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners will consider a development agreement change and subdivision at Cove Springs

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings to consider a modification of the Cove Ranch development agreement and a proposed 191‑acre subdivision called Cove Springs North. The meeting also includes a consent calendar with contracts such as a Water Advisory Consultant Agreement with Water Futures Inc., departmental reports, and an executive session on employee matters.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved several contracts and grants, including a new community‑notification system

The Blaine County Board approved the Consent Calendar and four grant applications totaling $21,659. It also approved three contracts for a community‑notification system, GIS integration repair, and a grader lease option. The Board gave a letter of support for the Wood River Trails coalition and found a land‑use notice to be in compliance.

Thu Dec 11, 2025

Commission, Planning & Zoning

Public hearing on Glendale Rd. subdivision of 77 acres into 8 lots

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a subdivision application by WR Ranch Holdings LLC for 77.08 acres at 18 Glendale Rd. The proposal would create eight new lots named Glendale North Subdivision. Discussion will include the 9-3-15 Text Amendment and the Atkinson Mountain Overlay District, as well as scheduling of the next meeting on January 8 and a P&Z By‑Laws hearing date and time.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Public hearing on Ketchum Area of City Impact map and related ordinance

The Board will hold a public hearing to consider Ordinance No. 2025-09, which adopts a revised Area of City Impact (ACI) map for the City of Ketchum within unincorporated Blaine County. A separate text amendment to Title 9, Chapter 6B will be heard to modify zoning language for the Resource Conservation District (RC‑160). Additional land‑use items include findings of fact for a stream alteration permit at 54 Adams Gulch and final plat approvals for projects at 30 Gimlet Rd. and 183 Sluder Rd. The meeting also features a county‑wide analysis of impediments to fair housing presented by BCHA.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts Ketchum City Impact map ordinance (2025‑09)

The commissioners approved an amendment to Title 8 that reaffirms the 1994 Ketchum Area of City Impact boundary with minor map adjustments and adopted Ordinance 2025‑09 to formalize the map. They also approved a text amendment to Title 9, Chapter 6B zoning regulations, adding conditional uses, a 2,500‑sq‑ft house size limit, and a three‑acre development envelope. Additional actions included approving a stream alteration permit for James E. Daverman and final plat findings for Glendale Industrial LLC, all passed unanimously.

Tue Dec 2, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board will hear public applications for a stream alteration and a new industrial plat.

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will consider several action items, including a resolution on public records request fees, multiple contract renewals, and two land‑use public hearings. They will also review departmental reports, adopt minutes from prior meetings, and address other routine business.

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✓ Decided: Board adopted Resolution 2025-27 establishing a public records fee schedule

The commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution 2025-27 to create a fee schedule for public‑records requests. They also approved the Consent Calendar, an addendum to the Computer Arts software agreement, and updated pay grades for the Sheriff's Office Behavioral Health Support Deputy positions. The agenda was amended to remove the Harmony Design independent‑contractor agreement, and staff were directed to pursue the Frontier Community Resources SMILES grant. The land‑use hearing notice was found to be in compliance with state and county regulations.

Tue Nov 25, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board to consider security agreement with Walker/421 W. Warm Springs LLC

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will vote on several action items, including a security agreement with Walker/421 W. Warm Springs LLC. Other items include a letter of support for the BLM purchase of property in Slaughterhouse Canyon, a dozer rebuild contract for the Ohio Gulch Transfer Station, and a billing dispute with the Blaine County Ambulance District. A consent calendar with FY26 contracts for The Hunger Coalition and junior college residency forms will also be approved.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $275,526 solid waste D6 dozer rebuild for FY2026

The commissioners approved a $275,526 rebuild of the Solid Waste D6 dozer, to be funded from the Solid Waste Fund in FY2026. They also approved a security agreement worth $12,348 for a riparian and weed‑mitigation plan, and adopted a letter of support for the BLM’s acquisition of two parcels in Slaughterhouse Canyon. Additionally, the board denied a $4,000 settlement on an ambulance billing dispute and directed the district to follow its standard billing process.

Thu Nov 20, 2025

Hearing Examiner

Public hearing on ADU conditional use permit at 166 East Fork Rd

The Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing to consider a conditional use permit application by William G. Shaw, Trustee of the WGS 2012 Trust, to construct an accessory dwelling unit on 166 East Fork Rd (Lot 11, Block 1, Pioneer Subdivision #4). The property is zoned R‑1 and lies within a wellhead protection area. The meeting is open to the public in person or via remote access.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board considers land use changes and service agreements

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will consider text amendments to zoning regulations, a continued public hearing for a Beaver Creek Cabins development, and various contracts and agreements.

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✓ Decided: Board approves opioid settlement funds and several contracts totaling $52K

The Board unanimously approved allocating $37,100 of opioid settlement money to the county treatment courts and $25,000 to the sheriff's office jail. It also approved a $15,000 contract for the Hunger Coalition, a $5,000 security agreement with Huff Creek LLC, a $30,287.39 revised EKC change order, the 2025 holiday schedule, and solid waste fee waivers for FY 2026. All items were adopted without dissent.

Tue Nov 18, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Joint meeting to discuss county and city priorities, including infrastructure and services

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will hold a joint special meeting with the Carey City Council to discuss shared priorities. Topics include infrastructure needs identified by WSP Engineering, exploratory work for a future community center, expansion of local food and grocery options, and ambulance funding. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda is for discussion.

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✓ Decided: Board discussed dam, community center, food access, and ambulance funding

The commissioners held a discussion on the Fish Creek Dam condition, exploratory planning for a community center, ways to expand local food access, and challenges to ambulance service funding. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Thu Nov 13, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to conduct canvass of votes

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to conduct a canvass of votes. The agenda also includes reviewing contractor reports for the Blaine County Ambulance District and processing residency forms and claims.

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✓ Decided: Board approved the official canvass of votes

The commissioners unanimously approved the consent calendar. They approved the official canvass of votes by a 2‑0 vote (one abstention) and later amended it to add write‑in details, also by a 2‑0 vote (one abstention). Motions to convene the Blaine County Ambulance District Board and to reconvene as the Board of Commissioners both passed unanimously.

Mon Nov 10, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board of Commissioners meeting with no agenda items listed

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will meet on Monday, November 10, 2025 at 11:00 am. The meeting will be held at the Public Safety Facility, 1650 Aviation Drive, Hailey, Idaho. A quorum of commissioners will be present. No specific agenda items are listed in the provided agenda.

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Thu Nov 6, 2025

Commission, Planning & Zoning

Public hearings on a front-yard setback variance and a new subdivision plan

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tax Lot 7253 to consider a Mountain Overlay District site alteration permit, a Wetland Conditional Use Permit, and a variance to the 50‑foot front‑yard setback. The commission will also hear a continuation application from Lovas Trust to subdivide 148.93 acres into 26 lots called Moonlight Meadows Subdivision. Both items are presented as action items for discussion and decision. The meeting will adjourn after these hearings.

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Thu Nov 6, 2025

Hearing Examiner

Hearing Examiner to consider two residential construction permits

The Blaine County Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings for two conditional use permit applications. The body will decide on a home construction project in a regulatory floodplain and the addition of an accessory dwelling unit.

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Tue Nov 4, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to review lease and ambulance district contract

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider a lease agreement with St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church and a strategic information contract for the ambulance district. The board will also address Board of Equalization items and a conference room upgrade. An executive session is scheduled to discuss employee evaluation, dismissal, or discipline.

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✓ Decided: Board approved lease for St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church parking

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners approved the consent calendar and a five‑year lease agreement with St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church for additional parking. They also authorized the formation of the Blaine County Ambulance District Board, a $24,500 contract with Greaves Consulting Group, and Proclamation 2025‑08 for USS Idaho Week. Additional actions included writing off $40,358.32 in indigent cases and approving two Compunet statements of work totaling $190,123.74.

Mon Nov 3, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

County Commissioners will hold a Projects/Priorities/Liaisons workshop at 10 a.m.

The Board of County Commissioners will convene a workshop to discuss Blaine County projects, set priorities, and coordinate with liaison partners. An action item is scheduled to be addressed during this workshop. No other agenda items are listed before the meeting adjourns at noon.

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✓ Decided: Board held workshop to review liaison roles and project priorities, no decisions made

The Board and County Administrator conducted a workshop to review liaison assignments and discuss upcoming projects and priorities. The discussion was informational only, with no formal decisions or actions taken. Staff will update and distribute a finalized liaison list and note items for future agenda consideration.

Mon Nov 3, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Colorado Gulch Bridge ribbon cutting ceremony

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a ribbon‑cutting ceremony for the Colorado Gulch Bridge at the Colorado Gulch Preserve in Hailey. The event is scheduled for the November 3, 2025 meeting at 4:00 pm. No other agenda items are listed.

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Wed Oct 29, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board will consider amendment to 2025 Blaine County tax levies

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will vote on Resolution 2025-26 to amend the 2025 tax levies. An item from the Blaine County Ambulance District will also be acted upon. Both items are listed as action items for this meeting. An executive session will be held for matters exempt from public disclosure under Idaho Code §74-206 (1)(d).

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✓ Decided: Board adopts amended 2025 tax levy and approves ambulance district actions

The commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution 2025‑26, amending the 2025 property tax levies for the City of Bellevue, Blaine County Recreation District, Bellevue Cemetery District, and Blaine County School District. They also unanimously approved convening as the Blaine County Ambulance District and entered executive session, with a roll‑call vote of three ayes. The board directed the EMS coordinator to work with Whitman to eliminate A099 coded transports.

Tue Oct 28, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to consider plat amendment for 241 Broadford Road

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a denied plat amendment for a property at 241 Broadford Road. The meeting also includes reviews of the FY 2026 Budget Book and various service agreements.

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✓ Decided: Board denies plat amendment request for 241 Broadford Road

The Board approved the consent calendar and several contract items unanimously, including a $121,482 reimbursement for the Colorado Gulch Bridge and a $26,922.13 change order. It also approved agreements for the High Five Canyon Road Bridge and the Trail Creek Road safety improvement with a $6,000 local match, and adopted a new job description for an outreach specialist. The Board entered an executive session by a 3‑aye vote. Finally, the Board denied the request to reconsider the plat amendment for 241 Broadford Road.

Thu Oct 23, 2025

Commission, Planning & Zoning

Commission to consider 81-unit River Bend Apartments development

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an application by Rock Rolling Properties, LLC and Wood River Community Housing Trust. The proposal is for the River Bend Apartments, a multi-family project on 2.29 acres.

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Tue Oct 21, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board will hold public hearings on a stream alteration permit at 54 Adams Gulch Road

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will consider several consent‑calendar items, including snow‑plow service agreements and an air‑medical services agreement. They will review departmental reports and a public defender update before a logic and accuracy test. The meeting includes public hearings on a Stream Alteration Permit for 54 Adams Gulch Road and a Plat Amendment reconsideration for 241 Broadford Road. An executive‑session item will address hiring a public officer or staff member.

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Mon Oct 20, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to attend Life Flight Hailey Base ribbon cutting

The Board of County Commissioners is scheduled to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony for the Life Flight Hailey Base. This is the only item listed on the agenda.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board to consider subdividing 191 acres into 50 lots in Cove Springs North

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on two land‑use applications: a modification of a development agreement for the Cove Ranch property and a proposal to subdivide 191.06 acres into 50 lots as the Cove Springs North Subdivision. The meeting also includes action items on tax cancellations, a consent calendar with a final budget adjustment resolution, several contract approvals, and FY‑26 emergency medical services agreements with local fire districts. Additional reports and updates from county departments and the Idaho Transportation Department are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Board approved FY 2026 EMS contracts totaling $3.54M

The commissioners unanimously approved two Emergency Medical Services agreements for FY 2026, one with the Ketchum Fire District for $1,752,479 and another with the Blaine County South Fire Protection District for $1,787,826. They also approved tax cancellations of $2,571.52 for 2024 and $48,180.44 for 2025, the consent calendar, a $96,536 Senior Connection grant, a no‑cost swing‑set contract, and the Land Use Administrative Specialist job description. All motions passed unanimously.

Thu Oct 9, 2025

Commission, Planning & Zoning

Commission to consider Moonlight Meadows subdivision

The Blaine County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to continue discussion on a proposed 148.93-acre subdivision named Moonlight Meadows. The meeting will also address text amendments to Title 9, Chapter 6B.

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Wed Oct 8, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to attend IAC District IV Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is scheduled to attend the IAC District IV Meeting in Twin Falls. The provided agenda contains no specific discussion items or decisions.

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Tue Oct 7, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to consider Beaver Creek Cabins subdivision and Carey Area of City Impact

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a condominium subdivision plat for Beaver Creek Cabins. The board is also considering an ordinance to adopt the Carey Area of City Impact and its corresponding map.

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✓ Decided: Board approved FY 2026 Emergency Medical Service agreement with Hailey

The commissioners approved the Consent Calendar items. They adopted the FY 2026 Emergency Medical Service agreement between the Blaine County Ambulance District and the City of Hailey/Hailey Fire Department. The Board also approved a grant‑management software contract, funding up to $12,500 from contingency funds. Motions confirming notice compliance for the Beaver Creek Cabins recreation plan and final plat were approved, while no final decision was made on the cabin project itself.

Mon Sep 29, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners conduct road and bridge tour and vote on emergency service contracts

The Board of County Commissioners will tour several road and bridge projects, including sites at Indian Creek and Ohio Gulch. The body will also take action on emergency communications and ambulance district agreements.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $425,205 emergency medical services agreement with Sun Valley

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution 2025‑17 to broaden non‑medical indigent services. It also approved the FY 2026 Emergency Communication Center contract and the FY 2026 Emergency Medical Services agreement with the City of Sun Valley for $425,205. Additional unanimous approvals included a consent calendar, a ground‑transport lease with LifeFlight Network, and reconvening the board.

Thu Sep 25, 2025

Commission, Planning & Zoning

Public hearing on MOD permit, wetland use, and setback variance for Tax Lot 7253

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Mountain Overlay District site alteration permit, a wetland conditional use permit, and a variance to the 50‑foot front‑yard setback for Tax Lot 7253 on East Fork Road. The commission will also hear a continuation application from Lovas Trust to subdivide 148.93 acres into 26 lots as the Moonlight Meadows Subdivision within the Residential/Agricultural district and related overlays. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

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Tue Sep 23, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners will hear Cove Ranch development modification and new subdivision

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will hold public comment, designate polling places, and consider a consent calendar of FY26 service contracts. The meeting includes land‑use hearings on a proposed modification to the Cove Ranch development agreement and a new 191‑acre subdivision called Cove Springs North. An executive session will address hiring, evaluation, dismissal of county staff and the pending Prekeges v. Graham litigation.

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✓ Decided: Board approved participation in opioid settlement agreements and authorized signatures

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners voted to join the Sandoz, Secondary Manufacturer, and Purdue opioid settlement agreements and to let the chair sign all related documents. The board also approved the November 4, 2025 polling places list, the FY26 consent calendar, and several FY26 ambulance district contracts. All motions passed unanimously with a 2‑0 vote.

Mon Sep 22, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board will consider hiring a public officer or staff member in executive session

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will hold an executive session at 5:00 p.m. to consider hiring a public officer, employee, staff member, or individual agent. The discussion and any decision will be confidential under Idaho Code Section 74‑206(1)(a). The meeting will adjourn at 6:00 p.m.

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✓ Decided: Board approved entering executive session to consider hiring

Commissioners Mollineaux moved, Davis seconded, and all three members voted aye to enter an executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) to consider hiring a public officer or staff member. The board reconvened in executive session but took no further action. The meeting adjourned at 5:30 p.m.

Tue Sep 16, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board will hold a public hearing on a stream alteration permit at 54 Adams Gulch Road

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will consider a Stream Alteration Permit application for 54 Adams Gulch Road, located in the Riverwoods Subdivision. The meeting also includes a consent calendar with several maintenance and security contracts, and an action item for a LifeFlight Network Integration Agreement. Minutes from multiple prior meetings will be approved, and department reports will be discussed.

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✓ Decided: Board approved updated ADA Transition and Limited English Proficiency Plans

The Board approved the amended ADA Transition Plan and Limited English Proficiency Plan and will submit them to Idaho Commerce. It also approved the consent calendar, convened the Blaine County Ambulance District Board, and continued the 54 Adams Gulch Road stream alteration permit hearing to October 21. Additionally, the Board entered executive session to consider personnel evaluation matters.

Thu Sep 11, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board to consider Resolution #2025-23 on Blaine County property tax levies

The Board will hold a public comment period at 3:00 PM and then consider Resolution #2025-23, which proposes changes to Blaine County property tax levies. The resolution is listed as an action item for the meeting.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously adopts 2025 property tax levy resolution

The Board of County Commissioners considered Resolution #2025-23 on Blaine County property tax levy rates. The resolution was adopted unanimously. The approved levies will be submitted to the State Tax Commission for final verification. No other business was taken up.

Thu Sep 11, 2025

Commission, Planning & Zoning

Commission to review home construction permit and zoning text amendments

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a residential construction permit in the Mountain Overlay District. The body will also consider text amendments to zoning regulations for the Resource Conservation District.

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Tue Sep 9, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Public hearing on Carey Airport area annexation via Ordinance 2025-07

The Board will hold a public hearing to consider Ordinance No. 2025-07, which proposes adopting a Carey Area of City Impact map that includes part of the Carey Airport landing strip for possible annexation. The meeting also includes a vote on Resolution #2025-23 for county property tax levies, discussion of a software support contract with Computer Arts, Inc., and a presentation on the Sustainability Program Manager contract. Additional items are a BCRD levy update and the Blaine County Housing Authority annual action plan presentation.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously adopts Falls Prevention Awareness Month proclamation

The commissioners adopted Proclamation 2025-07 designating September as Falls Prevention Awareness Month. They approved the September consent calendar, a $131,399.79 software support contract, a part‑time Sustainability Program Manager contract up to $100,000, and a $40,000 ADA self‑assessment contract. The board also scheduled a special meeting on September 11 to adopt the property‑tax levy resolution before the September 15 deadline.

Thu Sep 4, 2025

Hearing Examiner

Hearing Examiner to review residential permits for Chocolate Gulch and Bay Horse Roads

The Blaine County Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings to consider two conditional use permit applications. These requests involve residential construction and modifications in specific zoning and environmental districts.

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Tue Sep 2, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to hear land-use cases and waive permit fees for fire station remodel

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will meet to decide on land-use applications, waive building permit fees for a fire station interior remodel, and consider proclamations and resolutions. The meeting includes public hearings on two subdivision amendments and a second public hearing on a CDBG grant project update.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $35,000 FY26 EDPRO grant with $17,500 county match

The board unanimously adopted a proclamation naming September 2025 Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, approved the consent calendar, and authorized several actions including a $35,000 FY26 EDPRO grant with a $17,500 county match, a $1,442.84 building‑permit fee waiver, the creation of a Sustainability Coordinator II position, and an updated Disaster Services Coordinator job description. It also appointed county representatives to the District 4 Interoperability Governance Board and confirmed compliance for a Savaria Subdivision plat amendment notice.

Thu Aug 28, 2025

Commission, Planning & Zoning

Commission considers Moonlight Meadows Subdivision rezoning and public hearing

The Blaine County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed subdivision called Moonlight Meadows. The applicant, Lovas Trust, seeks to divide 148.93 acres into 26 lots within the Residential/Agricultural District (R-5) and TDR Receiving area. The property is adjacent to Gannett Road and Kingsbury Lane.

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Tue Aug 26, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to vote on Fiscal Year 2026 budgets

The Board of County Commissioners will consider the county and ambulance district budgets for Fiscal Year 2026. The meeting includes public hearings on land subdivisions and stream restoration permits, as well as zoning and subdivision regulation amendments.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously adopts FY2026 county budget and related financial policies

The commissioners approved the Consent Calendar and adopted the Blaine County budget for fiscal year 2026, setting both estimated revenue and expenses at $40,575,428. They also adopted a cash‑basis policy with a $4,769,460 carryover, a financial policy for fund balances, and the ambulance district budget of $4,725,277, all by unanimous motions. Several contracts and agreements were approved, including an $80,200 water‑system design contract, a $5,000 legal services contract, two security agreements totaling $53,271.50, and a $3,000 fee waiver for the Kilpatrick Bridge replacement.

Wed Aug 20, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to hold final budget discussion

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct final budget deliberations and address related action items.

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✓ Decided: No formal decisions were made at the August 20 budget meeting

The board reviewed the final county budget, noting spending patterns, reserve targets, and upcoming projects such as road work, wildfire mitigation, and a new behavioral health support team. Commissioners discussed the need for a future levy to support the Ambulance District but took no vote or formal action. The meeting concluded without any approvals, denials, or tabling of items.

Wed Aug 20, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to hold final budget discussion

The Board of County Commissioners will meet for budget deliberations and action items. The primary focus of the meeting is a final budget discussion.

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✓ Decided: Board scheduled FY26 budget vote and set second meeting for same day

The commissioners reviewed the FY26 budget, outlining revenue sources, spending categories and strategic priorities. No members of the public spoke during the comment period. The board announced a second budget meeting at 5:30 p.m. on August 20, 2025, and set the final FY26 budget vote for September 2, 2025. No formal approvals or votes were taken at this session.

Tue Aug 19, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County considers zoning and subdivision regulation amendments

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider 'housekeeping' amendments to Title 9 Zoning Regulations and Title 10 Subdivision Regulations. The board is also reviewing beverage license renewals and an employment agreement for an Emergency Communications Interim Director.

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✓ Decided: Board adopted new 30‑foot public‑land setback in zoning code

The commissioners unanimously adopted Title 9 and Title 10 zoning text amendments that add a 30‑foot public‑land setback and a 100‑foot Highway 75 setback. They also approved a $13,204 contract with Jacobs Consulting to rewrite the county wireless chapter, and a employment agreement with Robin Steller up to $50,000. Additional approvals included updates to building‑inspector and permit‑technician job descriptions and the August 19 consent calendar.

Mon Aug 18, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to conduct Harvest Day tour with University of Idaho Extension Office

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting for a Harvest Day tour. The itinerary consists of meeting at the Old County Courthouse and touring farms.

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Sat Aug 16, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to attend Sawtooth City Annual Picnic & Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will attend the Sawtooth City Annual Picnic & Meeting. The agenda does not list any specific items for decision or discussion.

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Thu Aug 14, 2025

Commission, Planning & Zoning

Commission to consider road construction for Blaine County Transfer Station

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a site alteration permit for a public access road in Ohio Gulch Canyon. The body will also consider text amendments to zoning regulations for the Resource Conservation District. Additionally, the commission will hear a presentation from the Blaine County Housing Authority.

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Tue Aug 12, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board to vote on liquor licenses, grants, and bridge replacement permit

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to act on liquor license renewals and endorsements, accept an Idaho Transportation Department aeronautics grant, and hear a public hearing on a stream alteration permit for a Warm Springs Creek bridge replacement. The board will also discuss the county’s reserve policy and sustainability certification program.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved the ITD Aeronautics Grant and multiple contracts

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners approved Resolution 2025-16 to accept the ITD Division of Aeronautics grant. It also approved several contracts and fund requests, including a $16,000 testing contract for the Colorado Gulch Bridge and a $13,339.75 CDBG request. Additional actions included a refund to Browning applicants, a write‑off of an ambulance bill, and approval of an interim emergency communications director.

Thu Jul 24, 2025

Commission, Planning & Zoning

Commission to consider zoning and subdivision regulation amendments

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on proposed text amendments to the county's zoning and subdivision regulations. The body will also hear a presentation from the Wood River Community Housing Trust.

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Wed Jul 23, 2025

Levy Advisory Board

Board to review funding request for Hailey Hot Springs Ranch

The Levy Advisory Board will review a preapplication for a joint funding request from the Idaho Department of Fish and Game and the Wood River Land Trust. The request concerns the acquisition of Hailey Hot Springs Ranch and cheatgrass treatment on the property.

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Wed Jul 23, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to vote on FY 2026 tentative budgets

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review and adopt tentative budgets for the 2026 fiscal year. This includes budgets for both the Blaine County Ambulance District and the general county government.

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✓ Decided: County adopts FY 2026 tentative budget of $40,575,428

The Board unanimously adopted the Blaine County Ambulance District FY 2026 tentative budget of $4,725,277. The Board also unanimously adopted the Blaine County FY 2026 tentative budget totaling $40,575,428. Both motions were passed without opposition.

Wed Jul 23, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to meet in Bellevue

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting on July 23, 2025. The agenda contains only procedural information and does not list specific discussion items or decisions.

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Tue Jul 22, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to hold hearing on Cove Springs Development Agreement modification

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a request by Blackburn Farming, LLC to modify a 2009 development agreement for the Cove Springs Subdivision. The board will also review several personnel position analyses and discuss budget utilization for a sustainability program in Ketchum.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $55,210.95 reimbursement for 2024 EECBG grant

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a series of items, including the $55,210.95 reimbursement for the 2024 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) and a $13,200 Verizon equipment incentive credit. They also approved the consent calendar, a vehicle procurement power of attorney, several grant acceptances, contract renewals, and multiple county job description updates. All motions passed unanimously.

Mon Jul 21, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to hold special meeting on budget and fire suppression

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct budget deliberations and address action items. The meeting includes a review of the requested budget and future capital improvement planning.

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✓ Decided: Board approved funding for Ohio Gulch fire suppression system replacement

The commissioners agreed to fund the Ohio Gulch fire suppression system replacement using Capital Improvement, Recycling, and Solid Waste Fund dollars and directed staff to prepare a tentative budget reflecting this approach. They also approved developing a three‑to‑five‑year capital plan and cataloging unfilled full‑time‑equivalent requests for long‑term planning. Staff was instructed to draft the tentative budget for a short meeting on Wednesday and final budget hearings were scheduled for August 20, 2025.

Thu Jul 17, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to hold special meeting for budget deliberations

The Board of County Commissioners and the Blaine County Ambulance District will meet to discuss and take action on budgets. The agenda includes reviews of community service contracts, IT, and employee policies.

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✓ Decided: Board approved cutting the IT cloud storage budget from $220,000 to $150,000

The commissioners reduced the county IT cloud storage allocation by $70,000, moving it from $220,000 to $150,000. They also unanimously approved convening as the Blaine County Ambulance Board. Funding for several community services was maintained, while the housing authority request was reduced. The junior college tuition allocation was lowered and the employee step policy was kept unchanged for this budget cycle.

Wed Jul 16, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to hold special meeting for budget deliberations

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to conduct budget deliberations and address action items. The session includes reviews of various county departments and an executive session.

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✓ Decided: Board approved new budget line for Administrator’s ICMA registration and travel

The commissioners created a new FY26 budget line to cover the Administrator’s ICMA conference registration, lodging, and transportation costs. They retained the Sustainability Manager on a one‑year contract and kept funding for the Administrative Services Director position. The recycling construction‑and‑demolition diversion pilot was deferred, and the purchase of a drone was made contingent on a detailed plan. Decisions on the Ohio Gulch sprinkler replacement funding were postponed pending cost data.

Tue Jul 15, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to review bridge construction and software agreements

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several beverage license renewals and one transfer. The body is also deciding on a SaaS agreement for an ERP system and a construction agreement for the Kilpatrick Bridge.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $207,777 Tyler Technologies ERP software contract

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the consent calendar, a $207,777 purchase of Tyler Technologies ERP Pro software, a $205 match for the Kilpatrick Bridge construction agreement, and a street‑sweeper broom attachment up to $25,000. They also scheduled a public meeting for August 20, 2025.

Mon Jul 14, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to hold special meeting for budget deliberations

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review the current requested budget, reserve requirements, and capital improvement projects. The body will also consider requests for several new staff positions.

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✓ Decided: General Fund reserve target lowered to 25% and new capital allocations approved

The Board approved lowering the General Fund reserve target from 30% to 25% and adjusted reserve levels for several departments, closing the Indigent fund and returning its balance to the General Fund. They approved a pilot Behavioral Health Deputy position while denying a new Chief Deputy Coroner role and deferring several other staffing requests. The Board also approved reclassifications, grade adjustments, and the creation of an HR Manager role across departments. Capital project funding was set aside for a future coroner facility ($200,000), a recycle‑center fire‑suppression system ($300,000), and Road & Bridge equipment replacements ($230,000), with other public‑safety facility projects deferred.

Thu Jul 10, 2025

Commission, Planning & Zoning

Commission considers 50-lot Cove Springs North Subdivision

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a subdivision application by Blackburn Farming LLC. The body is considering a proposal to divide 191.06 acres into 50 lots via a Simple Planned Unit Development.

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Tue Jul 8, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to review land use permits and beverage licenses

The Board of County Commissioners will decide on several beverage license renewals and new applications. The meeting includes public hearings for a plat amendment at 241 Broadford Road and a stream alteration permit for Rock Creek. Commissioners will also consider contracts for bridge repair and police vehicle leases.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $206,584 Silver Creek Bridge repair contract

The commissioners approved a series of actions, including a $206,584 contract to repair the Silver Creek Bridge on North Picabo Road, a $14,000 contract to digitize land‑use records, and a lease for three Chevrolet Tahoe police vehicles costing $71,824. They also approved the consent calendar, a tax deed for three parcels, several tax cancellations, and a catering permit for the Carey Fairgrounds event. Additionally, a one‑year lease of the McBride ADU for a patrol officer was authorized.

Mon Jul 7, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Board of Equalization to hear 2025 tax appeal

The Board of Equalization is meeting to conduct hearings on 2025 appeals. The board will review a specific action item regarding a property appeal.

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✓ Decided: Board approved lowering assessed value of Parcel RPS04200000430 213 Lupin

The Board of Equalization voted to change the 2025 assessed value for Parcel RPS04200000430 213 Lupin from $3,461,483 to $3,385,402. The motion was moved by Vice‑Chair Lindsay Mollineaux, seconded by Chair Angenie McCleary, and passed with a 2‑0 vote. The meeting adjourned at 10:00 a.m. after no further business.

Thu Jul 3, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County to hear tax appeals and consider drought emergency declaration

The Board of Equalization will hold hearings on eight specific 2025 property tax appeals. The Board of Commissioners will also consider a request from the IDWR to declare a 2025 drought emergency for Blaine County.

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✓ Decided: Board approved 2025 drought emergency declaration for Blaine County

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved submitting a 2025 drought emergency declaration request to the Idaho Department of Water Resources. The Board of Equalization also changed or sustained assessed values for eight parcels, with votes ranging from unanimous to 2‑1. All motions were carried as recorded.

Wed Jul 2, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Board of Equalization to hear 2025 property tax appeals

The Board of Equalization is meeting to conduct hearings on 2025 appeals. The body will review specific property tax appeals for individual owners and business entities.

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✓ Decided: Board sustains $39.9M assessed value for Wood River Community Ventures parcels

The Board of Equalization unanimously upheld the 2025 assessed values for several properties, including a total of $39,853,625 for two Wood River Community Ventures parcels. It also confirmed the 2025 assessed values for Ed McCall’s Twin Creeks homes, Ken Marble’s Lane Ranch property, and other parcels. A motion to continue Manfred Jakobar’s hearing was carried unanimously, setting a new date of July 7, 2025. All decisions were recorded as unanimous unless a vote count was noted.

Tue Jul 1, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to review indigent medical applications and land use hearings

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to take action on indigent medical applications and claims. The agenda includes reports from county departments and hearings regarding land use and building services.

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Thu Jun 26, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Board of Equalization to hear 2025 property tax appeals

The Board of Equalization is meeting to review and take action on five specific property tax appeals for 2025. These hearings determine the valuation of the listed parcels for tax purposes.

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✓ Decided: Board upheld $6.18M assessment for 205 Fairway Road property

The Blaine County Board of Equalization unanimously sustained the 2025 assessed values for five properties and approved the value for one condominium unit. The board also upheld a $6,183,723 assessment for a home at 205 Fairway Road with a 2‑0 vote. All appellants were advised they may appeal the decisions to the Idaho State Board of Tax Appeals.

Wed Jun 25, 2025

Commission, Planning & Zoning

Commission reviews three tree nursery permit applications

The Planning and Zoning Commission is holding public hearings regarding three Conditional Use Permit applications. All three requests are for agricultural businesses operating as tree farming/nurseries with trucking operations.

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Tue Jun 24, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to vote on public land support and land use permits

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a resolution opposing the privatization of federally-managed public lands. The meeting includes budget discussions for the Coroner and Ambulance District, as well as several land use and stream alteration permits.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved a resolution supporting federal public lands

The board unanimously approved Resolution 2025-14 affirming support for federally managed public lands and opposing their privatization, and approved a revised letter to Idaho’s congressional delegation expressing the same stance. It also approved the consent calendar for multiple beverage licenses, grant requests for senior services ($93,363.38) and police equipment ($152,048.68), a security agreement for the Allen & Company conference, a plat amendment for an ADU on Lot 11A, and a stream alteration permit for Pole Creek. All motions passed unanimously.

Mon Jun 23, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to review budget presentations

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to hear budget presentations from various departments and agencies. These presentations inform the county's financial planning and resource allocation.

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✓ Decided: Board discussed FY2026 budget and projects, agreeing to address reserve policy

The Board of County Commissioners presented the FY2026 suggested budget, elections updates, clerk/recorder plans, disaster services, waterways, and housing authority budgets. Commissioners discussed priorities, including focusing on wildfire mitigation over new technology and the need for higher reserves for Road & Bridge. The Board agreed that reserve policy should be addressed at the start of deliberations, but no formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Tue Jun 17, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to consider fireworks ban and short plat subdivision

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on a fireworks ban and a short plat subdivision at 14 Cottonwood Circle. The meeting includes a budget presentation for Southern Idaho Solid Waste and reviews of several beverage licenses.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously bans fireworks due to severe fire threat

The commissioners adopted Resolution 2025‑13, banning fireworks in areas with a severe fire threat, with a unanimous vote. They also approved a $150,000 settlement with Client #110, writing off a $56,473.86 balance and removing liens. Additional actions included approving the consent calendar, a $180,000‑cap employment agreement for County Administrator Kirk Flannigan, a $363.57 building‑permit fee waiver, a weed‑maintenance memorandum, a temporary transportation‑technician job description, and a short‑plat subdivision for Cottonwood Creek Lot 5.

Mon Jun 16, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to hold budget presentations

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to hear budget presentations from various county departments. These presentations cover administrative, legal, and technical services.

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✓ Decided: Board held budget presentations but took no formal actions

The commissioners heard budget updates from the County Clerk, Treasurer, District Court, Prosecuting Attorney, Probation, and IT departments. No motions were voted on or approved; discussions were limited to requests for information and expressions of support. The meeting concluded with adjournment at 3:34 p.m.

Thu Jun 12, 2025

Commission, Planning & Zoning

Commission considers 50-lot Cove Springs North Subdivision

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an application by Blackburn Farming LLC. The body is considering a proposal to subdivide 191.06 acres into 50 lots via a Simple Planned Unit Development.

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Thu Jun 12, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to review department budget presentations

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to hear budget presentations from various county departments. The session includes updates from federal land management agencies.

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✓ Decided: Board held budget presentations; no decisions recorded

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners met on June 12, 2025 and received budget and staffing presentations from Facilities, Land Use and Building Services, Weed Management, Road & Bridge, and Administrative Services. Representatives from the U.S. Forest Service and BLM gave a joint update on fire preparation and trail projects. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were documented in the minutes. The meeting adjourned at 2:30 p.m.

Wed Jun 11, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to hold budget presentations

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to hear budget presentations from various county departments. The session includes reviews of departmental funding needs and operational budgets.

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✓ Decided: Board agreed to revisit funding priorities in July

The commissioners decided to review and potentially adjust funding priorities during July deliberations, updating goals based on FY25 accomplishments. No other formal approvals, votes, or denials were recorded. The public comment period received no remarks, and the meeting adjourned at 3:04 p.m.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County considers amendments to Land Use and Building Services fee schedule

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a continued public hearing on Resolution 2025-09 regarding fee schedule amendments for zoning and subdivision regulations. The board will also review beverage license renewals and a request for IDPR OHV law enforcement funds.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts new land‑use fee schedule, changing application fees

The commissioners approved a resolution updating the County’s land‑use and building‑services fee schedule, passing the motion 2‑1. They also accepted $10,093.30 in state OHV enforcement funds, approved a $575 fee waiver for a Rock Creek restoration permit, and authorized a $635 refund of a vacation‑application fee. Additionally, the board postponed a decision on community‑survey vendors until early July and entered executive session for staffing considerations.

Thu Jun 5, 2025

Commission, Planning & Zoning

Commission to consider two applications for Cove Springs subdivision

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two applications from Blackburn Farming, LLC. The body will decide on modifications to an existing development agreement and a proposal to create a new subdivision.

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Tue Jun 3, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to consider Huff Creek restoration and land use fee changes

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a stream alteration permit for Huff Creek and amendments to land use fee schedules. The board will also vote on budget adjustments and bridge repair contracts.

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✓ Decided: Board awards $206,584 contract for Silver Creek Bridge repairs

The commissioners approved a contract with Burke’s Excavation Corporation to repair the Silver Creek Bridge for $206,584 and accepted a funding agreement with the Local Highway Technical Assistance Council for up to $300,000. They also adopted Resolution 2025‑10, raising the Building Department’s hourly inspection rate from $65 to $100 effective July 1, 2025. Additional actions included approving the consent calendar, an indigent case, moving into executive session, and continuing a stream alteration permit hearing.

Mon Jun 2, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to review ambulance district budgets

The Board of County Commissioners will hear budget presentations from five ambulance districts. The meeting also includes outreach with staff from Idaho's congressional delegation.

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✓ Decided: Board selects new County Administrator and cancels congressional staff update

The Board announced that Kirk Flannigan has been selected as the new County Administrator. The scheduled update from Congressional staff was cancelled and will be rescheduled for a future date.

Tue May 27, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board approves budget adjustments and building permit refunds

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will meet on May 27, 2025, to act on routine budget adjustments, building permit refunds, and claims. The meeting includes public comment, department reports, and approval of prior meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $6,000 WUUII software agreement for disaster services

The Commissioners unanimously approved the Consent Calendar items, including budget adjustments and a beverage license renewal. They also approved a one‑year WUUII software service agreement for wildfire mitigation, not to exceed $6,000 from the disaster services budget. A $1,500 refund of a building permit down payment was approved for Red C anoe Architecture. Prior meeting minutes from January 2025 were approved unanimously.

Tue May 20, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to consider establishing a C-PACE program

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss several action items, including the adoption of a C-PACE program and guidebook. The meeting includes a bid opening for bridge repairs and a funding request for micromobility policy development.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts commercial‑property C‑PACE financing program

The commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution 2025‑04, establishing a commercial‑property C‑PACE program and its guidebook. They also directed staff to review the sole bid for the Silver Creek Bridge repair and prepare a recommendation. Prior meeting minutes from December 2024 were approved, and the board entered executive session to consider a hiring matter.

Mon May 19, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to conduct farm tour

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting consisting of a farm tour. The itinerary includes visits to the Bellevue Triangle, Carey, and Picabo.

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Tue May 13, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to hear land use appeal for River Grove Ranch equestrian facility

The Board of County Commissioners will consider an appeal regarding a land use determination for a 29.07 acre parcel at 102 River Grove Lane. The board will also review several contracts and a funding request for a micromobility policy and program.

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✓ Decided: Board approved five-year GIS data-sharing MOA with Idaho Public Safety Commission

The board approved the Consent Calendar for the meeting (2‑0). It approved a Memorandum of Agreement with the Idaho Public Safety Communications Commission to join a five‑year, grant‑funded Next Gen 911 GIS data‑sharing program at no cost to the county (2‑0). The board also approved contracts for consulting services with Ginger Clement ($80 per hour), a temporary recycle‑center operator contract with Ellwood Staffing ($10,700), and a request to apply for a FY 2026 Ed Pro Grant of $35,000 with a $21,000 county match (each 2‑0). Additionally, the board continued the River Grove Ranch land‑use appeal hearing to June 10, 2025 and approved the Double D Management operating agreement with edits (each 2‑0).

Thu May 8, 2025

Commission, Planning & Zoning

Cove Springs North: 50-lot subdivision on Gannett Road

The Blaine County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two requests by Blackburn Farming LLC. The first is to modify the Cove Springs Subdivision Development Agreement to move developable density and add access encroachments. The second is to approve a Simple Planned Unit Development to subdivide 191.06 acres into 50 lots, named Cove Springs North Subdivision, adjacent to Gannett Road. Both properties are zoned Residential/Agricultural District (R-5) with overlay districts including TDR Receiving, Avalanche, Wildlife, and Mountain Overlay.

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Wed May 7, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to interview for County Administrator position

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for the County Administrator position. This portion of the meeting will take place in executive session.

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Tue May 6, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to vote on zoning amendments and land use findings

The Board of County Commissioners will consider zoning map modifications and amendments to the Community Housing Overlay District. The meeting includes reviews of property tax exemptions, tax cancellations, and various county department reports.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved 2025 property tax exemptions for four local entities

The commissioners adopted a proclamation recognizing May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month. They approved the 2025 property tax exemptions, 2024 tax cancellations, a NearMap data purchase, and a resolution transferring two driver’s license clerk positions. The board also approved a land‑use rezoning for 280 W Warm Springs Road and authorized the consent calendar items.

Mon May 5, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to discuss budget narrative and newsletter

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss the commissioner budget narrative. The board will also discuss the Blaine County newsletter.

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✓ Decided: Board approved FY 2026 budget narrative format and digital county newsletter

The commissioners reviewed the FY 2026 budget narrative draft and agreed to keep the prior year’s format with minor updates, including updates to department structure and removal of outdated content. They also approved a digital county newsletter that follows the County’s style guide, highlights strategic efforts and staff, and will require dedicated staff or contract support. No other actions were taken before adjournment at 11:08 a.m.

Thu May 1, 2025

Commission, Planning & Zoning

Public hearing for tree farm/nursery CUP at 16 and 19 Ropes End

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a Conditional Use Permit application from David Dawson for an agricultural business (tree farming/nursery with wholesale sales and trucking) on two parcels totaling 16.13 acres zoned A-20. The commissioners will discuss findings, updates, and set next meeting dates. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

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Tue Apr 22, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Public hearing on Mountain Overlay District rezone for Baldy Hotsprings property

The Board will hold public hearings on a MOD rezone at 280 W. Warm Springs Road and an agricultural short plat subdivision on Mecham Lane. It will also consider consent items, contracts including Colorado Gulch Bridge installation, and a resolution to adopt the C-PACE program. Department reports include a Sustainability update, Earth Day proclamation, and Sheriff's World Cup update.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $633,855 contract to install Colorado Gulch Bridge

The commissioners unanimously approved the consent calendar, a $1,900 grant request, a $633,855 contract to install the Colorado Gulch Bridge, and a $2,500 monthly opioid treatment agreement. They also approved a $25,000 water‑truck tank purchase, a vehicle‑leasing plan, a pay‑grade change for the Emergency Communications Director, an Earth Day proclamation, and a resolution to adopt a C‑PACE program. The board found the notice for a Mountain Overlay District rezoning hearing adequate.

Mon Apr 21, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to act on non-compliant irrigation and water districts

The Board will take action on six local irrigation and water districts identified as non-compliant under county code. Later in the afternoon, commissioners will discuss budget items including a step policy, fee update, strategic planning, and the commissioner budget. An executive session is scheduled to consider hiring a public officer or employee.

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✓ Decided: Board ordered letters to non‑compliant districts demanding compliance by May 30

The commissioners agreed to send letters to all remaining non‑compliant districts, asking them to submit required reports by May 30 and to contact the State Controller’s Office. They also kept the FY2026 commissioner budget at $50,000 and set aside $20,000 for ambulance‑levy education. The board approved moving forward with public hearings for any fee increases that exceed statutory limits and chose to fund preliminary wildfire‑risk and farmland‑preservation studies while postponing broader strategic‑planning outreach. A motion to enter executive session passed unanimously, but no action was taken during that session.

Thu Apr 17, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commission holds executive session to interview county administrator candidates

This special meeting consists solely of an executive session under Idaho Code to conduct interviews for the county administrator position. No public hearings, ordinances, or other business are scheduled. The meeting adjourns after the closed session.

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✓ Decided: Board entered executive session to consider County Administrator interviews

The commissioners moved, seconded, and voted to go into executive session to consider hiring a County Administrator. The motion passed unanimously with three ayes and no nays. After reconvening, no further action was taken.

Thu Apr 17, 2025

Hearing Examiner

Hearing on floodplain CUP for 385 Broadford Road remodel and addition

The Blaine County Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on two conditional use permits. The first is a Floodplain Conditional Use Permit for 385 Broadford Road to remodel and expand a residence, relocate a garage, install a new drainfield, and regrade the site entirely within the Regulatory Floodplain. The second is a Wetland Conditional Use Permit for 18416 US Highway 20 to add 500 square feet to an existing residence within the 100-foot wetland setback.

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Tue Apr 15, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Public hearing on Bellevue City Impact Map ordinance

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider Map Ordinance 2025-04, which adopts a comprehensive Bellevue Area of City Impact Map combining previous 2021 and 2023 maps. Other action items include approving a Lumen Naas Agreement, a mutual aid agreement for EMS between Blaine and Camas counties, terminating a gravel lease, and considering a fee waiver request for Clean Sweep. Consent calendar items include Junior College Certificate of Residency forms. The meeting also includes proclamations, department reports, and approval of past meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously adopts Bellevue Area of City Impact map ordinance

The commissioners approved the Bellevue Area of City Impact Map Ordinance, combining the 2021 and 2023 maps into a 2025 version. They also adopted a proclamation for Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, approved several contracts and agreements, and authorized a solid‑waste fee waiver for Bellevue. All motions passed unanimously.

Mon Apr 14, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to interview county administrator candidates in closed session

This is a special meeting with only one item: an executive session to conduct interviews for the County Administrator position. No public hearings or decisions are scheduled on the open agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board approved moving into executive session to consider hiring staff

Commissioner Mollineaux moved, and Commissioner Davis seconded, a motion to enter executive session under Idaho Code §74‑206(1)(a) to consider hiring a public officer, employee, staff member, or individual agent. The motion was approved with three ayes from Mollineaux, Davis, and Chair McCleary. No other actions were taken.

Tue Apr 8, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Public hearing on plat amendment for 241 Broadford Road building envelope

The Board will consider a plat amendment for a property at 241 Broadford Road, along with several consent items including contracts for services and a grant application. They will also discuss FY2026 county priorities, receive updates on treatment courts and road and bridge, and consider a vacation of Durfee Lane and Jones Road. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: Board denied the Broadford Road plat amendment for Lot 5 in Young Subdivision

The commissioners denied the application to amend the building envelope for Lot 5 at 241 Broadford Road, finding it did not meet view‑corridor and subdivision standards. They approved the Consent Calendar, a SIP telecommunications contract costing $1,103.50 per month plus a $520 installation fee, and the submission of a SHRAB grant application with a $5,000 county match. The board also approved several past meeting minutes and confirmed the adequacy of notice for the land‑use hearing.

Tue Apr 1, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Public hearing on housing overlay density and parking amendments

The Board will hold a public hearing on proposed text amendments to the Community Housing Overlay District, which would remove maximum residential density and adjust parking and open space standards, requiring a will-serve letter from Ketchum/Sun Valley Water and Sewer District. Commissioners will also discuss bids for Silver Creek Bridge repairs and the Colorado Gulch Bridge. Consent items include a liquor license transfer for Tacos 208 in Hailey and proclamations for Fair Housing Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $633,855 Colorado Gulch Bridge contract

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved two proclamations designating April as Fair Housing Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month. It also approved the consent calendar, a grant application for historical records preservation, a sheriff records‑management position, advertising for Silver Creek Bridge repair bids, and the $633,855 Colorado Gulch Bridge contract. All actions were adopted with unanimous votes.

Mon Mar 31, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to discuss strategic priorities and budget narrative templates

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting on March 31, 2025, to discuss and potentially act on county strategic priorities and budget narrative templates. Public comment will be heard at the start. The meeting is open in person and virtually.

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✓ Decided: Board approved distribution of external budget request template

The Board approved moving forward with the external budget request template in its current form. No vote tally was recorded. Other items, such as revising strategic priorities and refining internal budget guidance, were discussed but no decisions were made.

Tue Mar 25, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to consider letter supporting Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation grant

The board will vote on a consent calendar approving routine claims and discuss a letter of support from the Wood River Land Trust for a Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation grant. No public hearings or major policy changes are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Board approved letter supporting WRLT wildlife‑collision study grant

The commissioners unanimously approved the consent calendar. The board approved a letter of support for the Wood River Land Trust’s grant to fund a wildlife‑vehicle collision mitigation study on Highway 75. They scheduled a special meeting for March 31 to discuss strategic priorities and budget templates, and postponed an executive session on administrator interviews. A compensation‑steps discussion was set for mid‑April and attendance at an upcoming planning‑and‑zoning meeting was confirmed.

Tue Mar 18, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to review contracts and sustainability initiatives

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several contractor agreements and grants. The meeting includes updates on renewable diesel and the Climate Smart Communities Initiative, as well as an introduction of the new Public Defender.

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✓ Decided: Blaine County approves contracts, grants, and job description updates

The Board of County Commissioners approved several contracts and agreements, including a planning services contract with Sagebrush Consulting, a security agreement for a building envelope relocation, water delivery contracts with Culligan Water, and a recreational boating safety grant application. They also approved an updated job description for an administrative services position. The meeting included reports from county departments and discussions on various support letters and initiatives.

Thu Mar 13, 2025

Commission, Planning & Zoning

Public hearing on MOD rezone for Baldy Hotsprings property at 280 W. Warm Springs Road

The Blaine County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a Mountain Overlay District (MOD) rezone application by Baldy Hotsprings, LLC. The proposal would adjust the mapped MOD boundary on the property at 280 W. Warm Springs Road to match the surveyed 25% slope contour. The property is zoned Rural Residential R-10 within the MOD.

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Tue Mar 11, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Public hearing on Hailey Area of City Impact Map and ordinance adoption

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on an ordinance adopting the 2025 Hailey Area of City Impact Map, combining maps from 2021 and 2023. Other agenda items include a presentation on a proposed Recreation District permanent levy override with project details, discussion on disposing of county-owned tax lots 1792 and 1793, and consideration of a lease agreement for the Stifel Sun Valley Finals Vendor Village. The meeting also features consent calendar items, executive sessions, and department reports.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Hailey Area of City Impact map ordinance

The Board unanimously approved the Hailey Area of City Impact map, combining 2021 and 2023 maps into a 2025 comprehensive map, and adopted Ordinance No. 2025-02. They also approved the Stifel Sun Valley Finals Vendor Village lease, the consent calendar, and several meeting minutes. The Board discussed but did not decide on the potential sale of a County-owned parcel in Picabo and a proposed $3 million BCRD levy override.

Mon Mar 10, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County Commissioners to hold budget kickoff workshop

The Board of County Commissioners will review budget assumptions, the budget timeline, and a presentation from the Clerk. The meeting also includes transition planning for liaison positions and the County Administrator job description.

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✓ Decided: Board holds budget kickoff workshop and enters executive session on hiring

The Board held a budget kickoff workshop, discussing an early start, conservative revenue assumptions, and a timeline for department submissions and final approval. They also reviewed liaison roles, special projects, and a County Administrator job description. The Board unanimously voted to enter executive session to consider hiring and personnel matters, then adjourned.

Thu Mar 6, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

County commissioners to discuss administrator job description and transition plan

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to consider two action items: the administrator job description and a transition plan that includes a proposed hiring process. No other business is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Board finalizes county administrator job description for posting

The Board of County Commissioners finalized the updated Blaine County Administrator job description, reducing it from seven to five pages, and discussed the hiring process, including a flexible 'open until filled' posting and a goal to hire by mid-May. No formal votes were taken; the board agreed to continue refining the hiring process in future workshops.

Tue Mar 4, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board to consider zoning text amendment for rural and industrial districts

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with public comment, a consent calendar, and executive session. Key action items include a proposal to amend zoning text for rural residential and industrial districts, a stream alteration permit for 421 W. Warm Springs Road, and a liquor license addition for Davinci's in Hailey. Reports from county departments include a World Cup update and sustainability updates. The meeting also covers contracts, grants, and approval of past minutes.

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✓ Decided: County approves mining zoning changes, stream permit, generator deal

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners approved a stream alteration permit for Brooks Walker to stabilize erosion along Warm Springs Creek, and adopted Ordinance 2025-03, which changes mining from a permitted to a conditional use and makes all Heavy Industrial uses conditional. They also approved a $3,947.31 preventative maintenance agreement with Western States CAT for backup generators, and accepted a $752.16 write-off for an ambulance run. No public comment or Board of Equalization items were heard.

Tue Feb 25, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to review 211 Valley Club Plat Amendment and admin structure

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss land use findings for the 211 Valley Club Plat Amendment and the County Administrator job description. The meeting includes updates on ambulance services and the acceptance of an ITD Division of Aeronautics grant.

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✓ Decided: County approves $4,000 settlement for indigent client, releases liens

The Board approved a $4,000 settlement for Indigent Client #151, writing off the remaining balance and releasing all liens. They also unanimously approved the February 2025 Community Wildfire Protection Plan update and the Findings of Fact for the Valley Club Subdivision plat amendment. The Board discussed but did not finalize the county administrator hiring process, planning to post a revised job description later.

Thu Feb 20, 2025

Commission, Planning & Zoning

Public hearing on Community Housing Overlay District text amendments

The Blaine County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider text amendments to the Community Housing Overlay District (Title 9, Chapter 35). Proposed changes include removing maximum density, limiting density by bulk/parking/open space requirements, adding a will-serve letter from Ketchum/Sun Valley Water and Sewer District, and updating parking and open space standards.

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Tue Feb 18, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Blaine County considers zoning changes and a stream alteration permit

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on a stream alteration permit and amendments to county code regarding land use definitions and mining. The board will also discuss updating the Comprehensive Plan's areas of city impact for five local cities.

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✓ Decided: County approves stream alteration permit and zoning text amendments

The Board approved a stream alteration permit for 421 W. Warm Springs Road, subject to conditions, and approved text amendments to Title 9 zoning regulations affecting Rural Remote Residential, Rural Remote, Resource Conservation, and Heavy Industrial districts. The Board also initiated amendments to Title 8 Areas of Impact to comply with House Bill 1403. All motions passed 2-0.

Thu Feb 13, 2025

Commission, Planning & Zoning

Joint workshop on water presentation and CH-C Amendment discussion

The Blaine County Board of County Commissioners and Planning and Zoning Commission are holding a joint workshop to receive a water presentation and discuss related issues. They will also consider scheduling a future meeting for the CH-C Amendment. No decisions or votes are scheduled.

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Thu Feb 13, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Joint workshop on water presentation and CH-C Amendment

The Blaine County Board of County Commissioners and Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a joint workshop to discuss a water presentation and receive updates. A future meeting on February 20 is scheduled to consider the CH-C Amendment. No decisions are expected at this workshop.

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Thu Feb 13, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

County commissioners hold closed session on personnel and litigation

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting primarily for an executive session to discuss hiring, evaluation, discipline of employees, and pending litigation. The public portion is limited to opening and adjournment, with no other business on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board holds executive session, takes no action, adjourns

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners met in special session and unanimously voted to enter executive session to discuss hiring, employee evaluation/discipline, and pending litigation. After reconvening, no motion was made and the board adjourned without any substantive decisions.

Tue Feb 11, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to consider plat amendment for Valley Club lot expansion

The Board of County Commissioners holds a regular meeting with a consent calendar, department reports, and a public hearing on a plat amendment for 211 Valley Club Drive to expand an existing building envelope. Other action items include acceptance of the FY24 SCAAP award, approval of a grant amendment, and a continuation of the Magic Valley Coalition of Counties proposal. The agenda also features a presentation of the FY2024 external audit and various board reports.

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✓ Decided: Blaine County approves tax cancellations, handbook, land use changes

The Board of County Commissioners approved multiple property tax cancellations totaling over $31,000, the updated employee manager handbook, and two plat amendments for building envelope expansions. They also approved a letter denying a reconsideration request for the Dawson development and accepted the FY2024 external audit with a clean opinion. No action was taken on joining the Magic Valley Coalition for BEAD funding, with further research requested.

Mon Feb 10, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board holds closed executive session on personnel matters

This is a special meeting with only one agenda item: an executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) to discuss evaluation, dismissal, or disciplining of employees or public officers. No public hearings or other business are scheduled. The session is closed to the public.

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✓ Decided: Board holds executive session on personnel, no action taken

The Blaine County Board of County Commissioners met in special session and immediately entered an executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) to discuss personnel matters. After reconvening, no action was taken, and the meeting adjourned. The minutes record no substantive decisions.

Thu Feb 6, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Budget workshop and Magic Valley Coalition action item on agenda

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will hold a budget workshop and continue discussion of the Magic Valley Coalition of Counties, with a possible action item. Public comment is scheduled at 1:30 PM. The meeting is a special session with limited agenda items.

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Wed Feb 5, 2025

Levy Advisory Board

Levy Advisory Board to hear pronghorn study update, discuss river restoration policy

The Blaine County Levy Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting on February 5, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. The agenda includes an update from Idaho Fish & Game on a pronghorn study and a discussion of the board's policy on river restoration projects. Public comment and new business will also be taken up. The board is an appointed recommending body to the Blaine County Board of County Commissioners.

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Tue Feb 4, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to weigh joining coalition for BEAD broadband grant funding

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will consider joining the Magic Valley Coalition of Counties to pursue BEAD grant funding for broadband expansion. Other action items include renewing the Sun Valley Air Service Board joint powers agreement, approving a new beverage license for Fiamma at 211 Leadville Ave in Ketchum, and acting on several stream alteration permits and a flood plain conditional use permit for properties on Carriage Lane.

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✓ Decided: Board approves security agreements for flood plain and stream permits

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners approved three security agreements related to flood plain and stream alteration permits, totaling $55,702.50, and approved an indigent request with zero repayment. They also approved the consent calendar and amended the agenda to add an executive session. No action was taken after the executive session on employee matters.

Mon Jan 27, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board to consider letter opposing wolf trapping in Units 48 and 49

This special meeting includes action on a consent calendar for claims, a letter opposing wolf trapping in Units 48 and 49, and a letter of support for a Community Wildfire Defense Grant. The board will also hold an executive session to evaluate, dismiss, or discipline employees or public officers, followed by possible action on executive session considerations.

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✓ Decided: Board approves letter opposing wolf trapping in Units 48 and 49

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a letter opposing wolf trapping in Units 48 and 49, with amendments to include conflict prevention and tourism numbers. They also approved the consent calendar for January 14, 2025, and discussed the IAC Mid-Winter Conference and a letter of support for a Community Wildfire Defense Grant. The board entered executive session for employee evaluation but reconvened without making a motion.

Thu Jan 23, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Executive session to discuss employee evaluations, discipline

This is a special meeting of the Blaine County Board of Commissioners with only one agenda item: an executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) to evaluate, dismiss, or discipline employees or public officers. Following the executive session, the board will consider an action item based on that discussion. The meeting then adjourns. No other business is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: County commissioners hold executive session, take no action

The Blaine County Board of County Commissioners met in special session on January 23, 2025, and immediately entered an executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) to discuss evaluation, dismissal, or disciplining of employees or public officers. After reconvening at 2:30 p.m., the board took no action and adjourned. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

Thu Jan 23, 2025

Commission, Planning & Zoning

Commission to consider amendments to Community Housing Overlay District

The Blaine County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a workshop on sustainability, then continue a public hearing on proposed text amendments to the Community Housing Overlay District. The amendments would remove maximum density requirements, reduce open space standards, and modify parking standards. The meeting also includes updates on mining/extraction text amendment findings.

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Thu Jan 23, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

County commissioners to take part in ransomware exercise

The Board of County Commissioners will attend a ransomware tabletop exercise on January 23, 2025. No formal decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting is solely for emergency preparedness training.

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Tue Jan 21, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

ITD Bellevue to Broadway Run project update with RAISE letter support

The Board will hear an update on the Idaho Transportation Department's Bellevue to Broadway Run project and consider a letter of support for RAISE funding. They will also discuss a C-PACE financing incentive presentation, consent calendar items including an ARPA reimbursement contract with the City of Carey, and a public hearing on a plat amendment at 253 Croy Creek Road. Executive sessions are scheduled for exempt records and personnel/litigation matters.

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✓ Decided: County approves Croy Creek plat amendment with wetland setback condition

The Board approved a plat amendment for 253 Croy Creek Road, modifying the building envelope but requiring compliance with the 75-foot wetland setback. The riparian waiver was granted, but the wetland waiver was denied. The board also approved the consent calendar and meeting minutes, and discussed various department reports and project updates.

Tue Jan 14, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

County considers Agricultural Protection Area ordinance, land use changes, and housing authority appointment

The Board will hold public comment, approve a consent calendar including a new beverage license for Tacos el Paisa, and hear department reports with grant applications for a boat patrol and snowmobile shelter. A public hearing is scheduled for a plat amendment at 253 Croy Creek Road. Commissioners will consider findings of fact and Ordinance 24-06 establishing an Agricultural Protection Area, and appoint a board member to the Blaine County Housing Authority. An executive session is planned for pending litigation and employee matters.

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✓ Decided: County adopts Agricultural Protection Area ordinance, adds new zoning chapter

The Board unanimously adopted Ordinance 2025-01, adding Chapter 37 to Title 9 zoning regulations to establish Agricultural Protection Areas. It also approved findings of fact for the related text amendments. Several grant applications were authorized, and a land use hearing was continued to January 21, 2025.

Mon Jan 13, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Oath of office for new commissioners, sheriff, prosecutor; elect chair and vice chair

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a special meeting to administer oaths of office to newly elected officials, including two commissioners, the prosecuting attorney, and the sheriff. Following the oaths, the board will elect a chair and vice chair for the upcoming term. The meeting is procedural and does not include legislative or budgetary items.

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✓ Decided: Blaine County commissioners sworn in, elect new chair and vice chair

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to administer oaths of office to newly elected officials and elect a new chair and vice chair. Angenie McCleary was elected Chair and Lindsay Mollineaux Vice Chair unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

Thu Jan 9, 2025

Commission, Planning & Zoning

Blaine County P&Z to consider easing density limits in Community Housing Overlay District

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two text amendment proposals. The first aims to remove maximum density requirements in the Community Housing Overlay District, with density limited by bulk, parking, and open space rules, and adds a will-serve letter requirement. The second, a county-initiated amendment, expands definitions and changes mining from a permitted to a conditional use in several rural and industrial zones, and changes permitted uses in Heavy Industrial to conditional use.

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Tue Jan 7, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to decide on short plat subdivision and PUD findings

The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with public comment, a Board of Equalization action under Idaho Code §63-501A, a consent calendar including Resolution 2025-01 for records destruction, and contracts and grants. Land use action items include findings of fact for the Fire Station Storage Condominiums Short Plat Subdivision and Quigley Ranch Subdivision Simple PUD. The board will also consider an appointment to the South Central Public Health District Board of Health and approve previous meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: County approves land-use findings for Picabo storage and Quigley Ranch subdivision

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved findings of fact for two land-use applications: a short plat subdivision for 11 condominium units at Picabo Hills and a simple planned unit development (SPUD) for 546.8 acres at Quigley Ranch. They also approved the consent calendar, a purchase agreement for equipment and software maintenance, and the EVSE annual report. No public comment or board of equalization items were heard.