Washington County public meetings in 2021
146 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold a meeting on December 27, 2021, to address general business, including liquor licenses and claims. Specific action items include elections district re-districting, culvert and road bore applications, and planning and zoning matters. The agenda also includes executive sessions for personnel, litigation, and records appeals, as well as a discussion on the Ambulance District.
- Elections/Commissioner District Re-Districting action items
- Road and Bridge & Solid Waste: Culvert and Road Bore Applications
- Planning and Zoning action items
- Ambulance District discussion
- Executive Session for personnel matters and pending litigation
The Board approved a proposed re-districting change between Commissioner Districts 1 and 2, as recommended by Deputy Elections Clerk Michelle Hagans, to meet the January 15, 2022 deadline. Two retail alcoholic beverage licenses were approved, and warrants totaling $67,320.58 for general expenses were authorized. The Board also denied Social Services Case No. 2021-11, determining the County is not the last resource.
- Approved commissioner district re-districting change (unanimous)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 25 for Midvale Store, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 26 for Gateway Adventures, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved Certificate of Residency for Boden Meyer (unanimous)
- Authorized warrants totaling $67,320.58 for general expenses (unanimous)
- Approved Order No. 22-13 for Weiser Ambulance District general expenses of $2,114.70 (unanimous)
- Denied Social Services Case No. 2021-11 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of December 20, 2021 as written (unanimous)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners Board of Weiser Ambulance District is scheduled to hold a meeting on December 27, 2021, at the Washington County Courthouse. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items, including a public session for action items and an executive session to consider personnel matters and communicate with legal counsel regarding pending or likely litigation. No specific decisions, contracts, or ordinances are listed in the provided text.
- Executive session to consider personnel matters under I.C. 74-206(1)(a) & (b)
- Executive session to communicate with legal counsel regarding pending/imminently likely litigation under I.C. 74-206(1)(f)
County Commissioner Board
The Board will consider several action items including a development agreement and a nuisance ordinance. The agenda also includes reviews of tax cancellations, vessel reports, and an incident response plan.
- Public Hearing: Holoboff Development Agreement
- Public Hearing: Nuisance Ordinance
- Resolution 21-17 Opioid Settlement
- FY2022 Indigent Defense Financial Assistance Agreement
- Culvert and Road Bore Applications
The Board approved five retail alcoholic beverage licenses, the FY2022 Indigent Defense agreement, Resolution 21-17 for the Idaho Opioids Settlement, and several other routine items. A public hearing on Ordinance 91 (public nuisances) was held with no decision made; the ordinance will be reviewed further. The Board also approved ambulance district orders and a tax cancellation.
- Approved FY2022 Indigent Defense Financial Assistance Agreement (unanimous)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage Licenses No. 20-24 for five businesses (unanimous)
- Appointed Brice Mosekian to Weed Advisory Board (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 21-17 Idaho Opioids Settlement Intrastate Allocation Agreement (unanimous)
- Denied Case No. 22-02 as county not last resource (unanimous)
- Approved County Vessel Fund Reporting and Remittance Form (unanimous)
- Adopted Incident Response Plan (unanimous)
- Approved ambulance orders: $8,495.72 general expenses and $24,020.70 payroll (unanimous)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will meet for general business, claims, and an executive session. The closed session is authorized to discuss personnel matters and to communicate with legal counsel about pending or likely litigation. Action items may follow the executive session.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel on pending litigation
- General business and claims review for Weiser Ambulance District
Weed Advisory Board
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board will vote on administrative actions including approving minutes and claims, amending April 2021 minutes, and selecting a new board member. The meeting includes a review of the Sifting Committee's recommendations for 2022 and a request from the Rodent District Board. No specific dollar amounts or new ordinances are listed in the agenda.
- Amend April 13, 2021 minutes due to an omission
- Sifting Committee Recommendations for 2022
- Rodent District Board Request of Board
- Recertification Seminar scheduled for February 17, 2022
- Project reports for Up the Creek, Advent Gulch, and Cow Creek
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board approved the 2022 project schedule, including moving the CW project to Mann Creek Valley if the coordinator agrees, and accepted other projects as presented. The board also approved Brice Mosekian as a new member and amended the April 2021 minutes to include the bylaw adoption motion. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved October 12, 2021 minutes as presented
- Approved November 2021 minutes as presented (no quorum, no business conducted)
- Approved claims as presented
- Amended April 13, 2021 minutes to include bylaw adoption motion
- Approved Brice Mosekian as new weed advisory board member
- Approved 2022 project schedule, moving CW project to Mann Creek Valley if coordinator agrees
- Approved honoring rodent board's request to recognize top trappers
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting, hearing reports from Juvenile Probation, Emergency Management, the Prosecuting Attorney, Planning and Zoning, and Road and Bridge & Solid Waste. The board will also consider action items, including personnel matters and legal consultations in executive sessions, and address routine business such as liquor licenses, claims, and permits.
- Executive session for personnel matters and legal counsel regarding pending litigation
- Road and Bridge & Solid Waste: culvert and road bore applications, mileage map approval, annual road and street report
- Juvenile Probation report by Dahlia Stender
- Emergency Management report by Tony Buthman
- Planning and Zoning report by Bonnie Brent
The Board of County Commissioners approved nine retail alcoholic beverage licenses, the road mileage maps, the annual road and street financial report, and authorized $195,791.46 in general expense warrants. They also corrected a previous motion regarding Weed Board appointment term dates and approved a duplicate warrant for $178.88. The board received updates from Juvenile Probation, Emergency Management, the Prosecuting Attorney, Planning and Zoning, and Road and Bridge, and held two executive sessions.
- Approved 9 retail alcoholic beverage licenses (unanimous)
- Approved $195,791.46 in general expense warrants (unanimous)
- Approved road mileage maps as submitted (unanimous)
- Approved and signed Annual Road and Street Financial Report (unanimous)
- Corrected Weed Board appointment term expiration to Dec 31, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved duplicate warrant of $178.88 to ATC Middle Weiser Irrigation (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of Dec 6, 2021 as written
- Approved Ambulance District Order No. 22-11 for $2,288.09 (unanimous)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of Weiser Ambulance District, will hold a meeting to conduct general business, review claims, and take action items. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters and communicate with legal counsel regarding pending or imminent litigation. No other specific agenda items are listed.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel communication on litigation
- General business and claims review
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to address general business, including liquor licenses and carryover funds. Specific action items include a special use decision for Ernesto Ventura, personnel matters in executive session, and applications for culverts and road bores. The meeting will also feature updates from the Bureau of Land Management, Forest Service, and Ambulance District.
- Special Use Decision for Ernesto Ventura (represented by Doug and Cynthia Grube)
- Culvert and Road Bore Applications
- Resolution 21-16 Carryover Funds
- Liquor Licenses and Catering Permits
- Executive Session for personnel matters and legal counsel communication
The Board approved Resolution No. 21-16 authorizing the carryover of $6,859,734.00 to the 2022 fiscal year budget. It also approved three Retail Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for Pioneer Express, Bo's Barn, and Marbella, LLC in Weiser. The Board re-appointed five members to the Weed Board and one to the Rodent Board, and approved a Special Use Request for a property on Long Road. A Forest Service update was cancelled.
- Approved Resolution No. 21-16 authorizing carryover of $6,859,734.00 to the 2022 fiscal year budget.
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 8 for David Joseph Coleman (Pioneer Express, 698 Pioneer Road, Weiser).
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 9 for KNB, LLC (Bo's Barn, 1280 State Street, Weiser).
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 10 for Marbella, LLC (36 S. Court Street, Weiser).
- Approved re-appointments of Calvin Hickey, Harmon Horton, Jerry Lunsford, Isaac Ward, and Tom Yankey to the Weed Board (term expiring Dec. 31, 2024).
- Approved re-appointment of Curtis Hickey to the Rodent Board (three-year term expiring Dec. 31, 2024).
- Approved Special Use Request by Doug and Cynthia Grube on behalf of Ernesto Ventura (property on Long Road); Commissioner Chandler recused.
- Approved Weiser Ambulance District orders: No. 22-9 ($6,550.00), No. 22-10 ($35,362.33), and No. 22-0005 ($23,503.78).
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will meet to handle general business, claims, and possible action items. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters and legal counsel regarding pending or likely litigation. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda text.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) to communicate with legal counsel on litigation
- General business and claims review for the Weiser Ambulance District
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners meet to handle routine business, hold a public hearing on a tax incentive for Pacific Fibre Products, and discuss the Planning and Zoning Code in a workshop. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.
- Public hearing on tax incentive for Pacific Fibre Products
- Planning and Zoning Code discussion workshop
- Liquor licenses and catering permits
- Ambulance District CEDA Grant
- Transportation Plan Grant Application
The Board unanimously approved Resolution No. 21-15 granting a tax incentive to Pacific Fibre Products, Inc. to support construction of a manufacturing facility. They also approved a new HVAC unit for the Courthouse, a retail liquor license for Ridley's, and the October 2021 treasurer's report. A workshop on agricultural zoning code changes was held, with no public comment taken, and the board recessed until December 6.
- Approved Resolution No. 21-15 granting tax incentive to Pacific Fibre Products, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved $4,962.88 quote for new HVAC unit for Courthouse (unanimous)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 7 for Ridley's Family Markets, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved October 2021 Statement of Treasurer's Cash of $13,547,870.39 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of November 22, 2021 as written
- Recessed until December 6, 2021 at 8:45 a.m. (unanimous)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners' Board of Weiser Ambulance District agenda for November 29, 2021, indicates there is no meeting scheduled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate regarding special accommodations for meeting participation, with no items for decision or discussion.
- No Weiser Ambulance District Meeting scheduled
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting, covering general business items like liquor licenses and claims, followed by specific presentations and action items. Key discussions include a nuisance ordinance with the sheriff, a road bore application, an economic development grant, and an executive session for personnel and legal matters.
- Road and Bridge culvert and road bore application with Shannon Williams
- Sheriff Matt Thomas discussion on nuisance ordinance
- Executive session for personnel and pending litigation
- Snake River Economic Development Grant with Kristen Nieskins
- Secure entry project with Beniton Construction
The Washington County Commissioners approved two liquor licenses, a culvert placement, a $164,140.28 warrant for general expenses, and compensation for an auctioneer. They also approved salary increases for Ambulance District staff and scheduled a public hearing for a proposed Nuisance Ordinance. The Planning and Zoning item was cancelled, and the Road & Bridge/Solid Waste item was continued.
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 5 for Los Chipenos, LLC at 1255 State Street, Weiser
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 6 for Debra Aburto at 45 East Idaho Street, Weiser
- Approved culvert/approach placement at 1649 North Crane Road for William Walters
- Authorized warrants totaling $164,140.28 for general expenses
- Approved $200.00 compensation to Brad Johnson for auctioneer services from Road & Bridge Professional Services
- Scheduled a public hearing on the proposed Nuisance Ordinance
- Approved Order No. 22-08 for $13,350.28 and Order No. 22-004 for $24,498.46 for the Weiser Ambulance District
- Approved salary increases for Ambulance District staff as presented
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will hold a meeting to handle general business, claims, and action items. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters and legal counsel regarding pending or likely litigation, but no specific decisions or proposals are listed.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel on pending/imminent litigation
- General business and claims review
- Action items
Planning & Zoning
The Washington County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special use request by Doug and Cynthia Grube on behalf of Ernesto Ventura. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Idaho Department of Water Resources regarding water quantity and quality in the county.
- Public hearing for Doug & Cynthia Grube/Ernesto Ventura special use request
- Presentation on water quantity and quality by Dennis Owsley, Idaho Department of Water Resources
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to address general business, personnel matters, and infrastructure projects. Key decisions include a contract for the Planning and Zoning attorney and applications for road improvements. The agenda also covers updates from the Public Defense Commission and the Ambulance District.
- P & Z Attorney Contract
- Culvert and Road Bore Application
- Vehicle Purchase
- 2021 Emergency Management Subrecipient Agreement
- Metal Detector Purchase
The Washington County Commissioners approved two retail liquor licenses, quarterly and monthly financial statements, a metal detector purchase, a contract for a Planning and Zoning Attorney, and two vehicle purchases. They also approved ambulance district expenses and discussed various updates. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 3 for Idaho Pizza Company (unanimous)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 4 for Bi-Mart #673 (unanimous)
- Approved quarterly and September 2021 financial statements totaling $14,001,739.63 (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of Garrett PD 6500i metal detector for Magistrate Court, not to exceed $4,500 (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Will Herrington as Planning and Zoning Attorney at $190/hour (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of F350 for Solid Waste from Mountain Home Auto Ranch for $29,523 (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of F350 for Road and Bridge from Mountain Home Auto Ranch for $38,182 (unanimous)
- Approved ambulance district orders 22-06 ($3,561.19) and 22-07 ($3,648.77) (unanimous)
County Commissioner Board
The meeting includes business for the Washington County Commissioners and the Board of Weiser Ambulance District. The agenda contains items regarding general business, claims, and an executive session to discuss personnel matters and legal counsel.
- Executive session regarding personnel matters
- Executive session regarding communication with legal counsel on pending or likely litigation
Rodent Board Meeting
The board is meeting to elect district officers for 2022 and approve the 2022 budget. Members will also review the 2021 fiscal year expenditures and the final tail bounty report.
- Election of 2022 District Officers
- Approval of 2021 Annual Meeting Minutes
- 2021 Budget Expenditure Report
- 2021 Final Tail Bounty Report
- 2022 Rodent Budget
The Washington County Rodent District board approved the 2021 fiscal year report, showing a cash balance of $22,425.99 and a budget balance of $18,629.82. They also accepted the 2021 tail bounty report, which paid out $19,001.25 for 15,201 tails at $1.25 each. The board postponed the election of 2022 officers until a full board is present, and no new business was discussed.
- Approved 2021 fiscal year report (unanimous)
- Approved 2021 tail bounty report: $19,001.25 for 15,201 tails (unanimous)
- Postponed 2022 officer election until full board attendance (unanimous)
- Approved 2020 annual meeting minutes (unanimous)
Rodent Board Meeting
The Rodent Board is meeting to approve previous minutes and review recent district expenditures and bounty reports. The board will also discuss member reappointment and potential education and outreach efforts.
- Review of recent district expenditures and bounty report
- Discussion of Rodent Board reappointment
- Proposal to host a trapping seminar in Spring 2022
- Scheduling of January meeting
The Washington County Rodent District Board unanimously approved Curtis Hickey's reappointment for a three-year term (2022-2024), accepted the September minutes and financial reports, and rescheduled the January meeting to January 18, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made; discussions on education and trapping seminar were informational only.
- Approved minutes of September 14, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
- Accepted expenditure and tail bounty reports (unanimous)
- Reappointed Curtis Hickey to Rodent Board for 3-year term (unanimous)
- Changed January meeting date to January 18, 2022 (unanimous)
Weed Advisory Board
The board will review minutes and claims, and consider recommendations from the Sifting Committee for 2022. The agenda also includes discussions regarding sign relocation and upcoming conference attendance.
- Approval of minutes and claims
- Sifting Committee Recommendations for 2022
- Relocation of CWMA Sign
- Project reports for Up the Creek, Advent Gulch, and Cow Creek
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board met on November 9, 2021, but could not take any action due to a lack of quorum. Royce Schwenkfelder was appointed interim chair for the evening. All agenda items requiring action were postponed to the December 14, 2021 meeting.
- Appointed Royce Schwenkfelder as interim chair for the meeting (motion carried)
- Deferred all action items to December 14, 2021 meeting due to lack of quorum
County Commissioner Board
The Board will address various administrative items including a budget adjustment public hearing and code change discussions. The agenda also includes reports from the Juvenile Justice program and the Emergency Manager.
- Public Hearing for a Budget Adjustment
- Discussion on Planning and Zoning Code Changes
- Review of Culvert and Road Bore Applications
- Engineering Agreement-FLAP Application
- Annual Juvenile Justice Report
The Board of County Commissioners approved several routine items, including a communicable disease policy, multiple licenses, and a budget adjustment. They also retracted a previously approved tax incentive for Pacific Fibre Products, Inc., pending a public hearing. The board canvassed the November 2, 2021 election votes and approved the annual juvenile justice report.
- Adopted Resolution 21-14, Washington County Communicable Disease Policy (unanimous)
- Retracted motion to grant tax incentive to Pacific Fibre Products, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved Canvass of Votes for November 2, 2021 Election (unanimous)
- Approved budget adjustment Resolution 21-13, $43,976.53 to Planning and Zoning Contract line (unanimous)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 1 for C & M's Sport Grill, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 2 for Nick Reed, Ruszoni's Pizza (unanimous)
- Approved signing of 2021 FLAP Grant Assistance Task Order No. 1 with Burgess and Niple, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved warrants totaling $112,264.56 for general expenses and $5,396.42 for election worker expenses (unanimous)
Historic Preservation Commission
The commission will review the HPC Ordinance and receive an update on the Cove Bridge Mitigation Project. The meeting also includes the election of officers and discussion regarding terms of office.
- Review of HPC Ordinance
- Election of Officers
- Update on Cove Bridge Mitigation Project
- Discussion of terms of office
The Weiser and Washington County Historic Preservation Commission elected Tony Edmondson as Chairman and Dennis Lance as Vice Chairman. The main business was the Cove Bridge mitigation, with about $60,000 to be divided among three projects: a comprehensive plan, a bridge sign, and a historic properties survey. The commission also decided to hold quarterly meetings on the first Monday of March, June, and October at 5:00 p.m. prior to regular WAPC meetings.
- Elected Tony Edmondson as Chairman and Dennis Lance as Vice Chairman
- Discussed Cove Bridge mitigation with $60,000 for three projects (comprehensive plan, sign, survey)
- Decided to hold quarterly CLG meetings on first Monday of March, June, October at 5:00 p.m.
- Agreed to introduce the commission to new Weiser City Council members in early spring
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will hold a meeting to conduct general business, review claims, and take action items. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters and to communicate with legal counsel about pending or imminent litigation. No other specific agenda items are listed.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel communication on pending litigation
- General business and claims review for the Weiser Ambulance District
Fair Board
The board is reviewing the fair book rules, including new sheep regulations and project limits. Discussion also includes reports from the Extension Office, 4-H Leaders Council, and upcoming maintenance projects.
- Review of Fair Book rules and sheep wool requirements
- Extension Office report on leader training
- Treasurer report on budget and 2020-2021 financial overview
- Maintenance discussion regarding livestock barn, paving, and RV parking
- Future discussion of shade cloth costs at the February meeting
The Washington County Fair Board approved a rule requiring sheep to be weighed, shown, and sold in the same condition, and approved a $1,150 payment to Living in the News for yearbook services. The board also approved the treasurer's report and the 2020-2021 annual financial review folder. Several items were discussed but not decided, including limiting exhibit numbers, a cat show, and a livestock barn addition.
- Approved rule: sheep weighed, shown, and sold in same condition (motion passed)
- Approved $1,150 payment to Living in the News for yearbook services (motion passed)
- Approved treasurer's report and 2020-2021 annual financial review folder (motion passed)
- Accepted minutes from previous meeting (motion passed)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will meet to handle general business, claims, and action items. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters and pending litigation with legal counsel.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) to communicate with legal counsel on pending litigation
- General business and claims review for the Weiser Ambulance District
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting covering routine administrative items, a tax exemption request, a special use decision, and discussions on code changes. The board will also address personnel matters in executive session and hear updates from various departments and officials.
- Pacific Fibre Product 63-602 NN Tax Exemption request
- Special Use Decision for Odo Grandi
- Discussion on Planning and Zoning Code Changes
- Executive session for personnel and legal matters
- Culvert and road bore applications
The Board approved a property tax exemption for Pacific Fibre Products, Inc., covering $2,519,000 in personal property and $750,000 in real property, totaling $3,269,000, at 100% for three years and 50% for two years. The Board also re-appointed three members to the Historical Preservation Commission, granted a Special Use Permit to Odo Grandi, and approved two Weiser Ambulance District expense orders. Discussions were held on road validation, tax code changes, and a secure entrance project, but no final decisions were made on those items.
- Approved $3,269,000 property tax exemption for Pacific Fibre Products (2-0, Chandler absent)
- Re-appointed Tony Edmondson, Dave Bean, Brenda Aldrich to Historical Preservation Commission (unanimous)
- Granted Odo Grandi Special Use Permit with condition (unanimous)
- Approved Ambulance Order No. 22-05 for $5,939.43 (unanimous)
- Approved Ambulance Order No. 22-003 for $24,805.68 (unanimous)
- Approved culvert/approach application for Chris Christman on Waite Road (unanimous)
- Approved October 25, 2021 minutes as written (unanimous)
County Commissioner Board
The Board will address general business including liquor licenses and claims. The agenda also includes road and bridge applications and an executive session regarding personnel and litigation.
- Culvert and road bore applications
- Surplus property review
- Executive session regarding personnel matters and pending litigation
- Ambulance District discussion
- Jail inspection
The Board approved warrants for general expenses, declared several vehicles and equipment as surplus property for auction, and discussed a road access issue on Heinrich Road. The Board also approved ambulance district expenses and conducted a jail inspection.
- Approved warrants totaling $224,049.56 for FY2021 general expenses (motion carried)
- Approved warrants totaling $54,046.50 for FY2022 general expenses (motion carried)
- Declared Assessor's 2005 Chevy Trailblazer surplus with $1,500 minimum bid (unanimous)
- Declared multiple Road and Bridge equipment items surplus (unanimous)
- Declared Sheriff's 1995 Chevy Tahoe surplus (unanimous)
- Declared 1998 snowmobile trailer surplus (unanimous)
- Approved Weiser Ambulance District Order No. 22-04 for $1,374.52 (unanimous)
- Approved Weiser Ambulance District Order No. 22-002 for $24,478.55 (unanimous)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will meet for general business, claims, and action items. The agenda includes an executive session to consider personnel matters and to communicate with legal counsel regarding pending or imminent litigation. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda text.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel on pending litigation
- General business and claims review
- Action items
Planning & Zoning
The Washington County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting with three public hearings: a special use request by Odo Grandi, a re-plat request for the James Kerner Fruit Tract, and an appeal by Joe Kulp. The commission will also approve minutes from a previous meeting. All items are action items, meaning the commission may vote on them.
- Odo Grandi special use request – public hearing (action item)
- James Kerner Fruit Tract re-plat request – public hearing (action item)
- Joe Kulp appeal – public hearing (action item)
- Approval of minutes (action item)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners and the Board of Weiser Ambulance District will meet to discuss general business and claims. The agenda includes an executive session to consider personnel matters and communicate with legal counsel regarding pending or likely litigation.
- Executive session regarding personnel matters
- Executive session regarding communication with legal counsel on pending/likely litigation
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Ordinance #89 regarding entertainment assemblies, and will also discuss various administrative items including personnel matters, legal counsel, and road and bridge applications. The meeting includes routine business such as liquor licenses, demand warrants, and a subrecipient agreement.
- Public hearing on Ordinance #89 Entertainment Assemblies
- Executive session for personnel matters and legal counsel
- Discussion with Road and Bridge on culvert and road bore applications
- Consideration of liquor licenses and catering permits
- 2021 Subrecipient Agreement
The Board of County Commissioners approved Ordinance 89, amending Title 8, Chapter 1 of the Washington County Code regarding Entertainment Assemblies, with no public comment. The board also directed the IT director to purchase two additional domain names for security, approved an $8,527.90 HVAC system for the Weiser Ambulance District, and approved Order No. 22-03 for general expenses of $7,335.66. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and discussions on IT, prosecuting attorney, planning and zoning, and road and bridge matters.
- Approved Ordinance 89 amending Title 8, Chapter 1 (Entertainment Assemblies) (unanimous)
- Instructed IT director to purchase two additional domain names for security
- Approved purchase of HVAC system from Comfort Zone for $8,527.90 (unanimous)
- Approved Order No. 22-03 for general expenses of $7,335.66 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of October 12, 2021 as written
Weed Advisory Board
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes and claims, and to take action on the Cooperator Appreciation Dinner and the 2022 poster contest theme. They will also discuss scheduling conflicts, the December newsletter, and receive project reports from local weed control groups.
- Approve minutes and claims
- Cooperator Appreciation Dinner - action item
- Poster Contest Theme 2022 - action item
- Schedule conflict for January board meeting
- Project reports: Valley View Dutch Flat, Mann Creek Valley Weed Crusaders, Salubria
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board approved the 2022 poster contest theme 'Neighbors Pulling Together for a Better Environment' and accepted neighborhood project claims totaling $3,776.09. The board also amended and approved the September minutes, rescheduled the January 2022 meeting to January 18, and heard project reports, including the cancellation of the Midvale Weed Beaters project due to lack of participation.
- Approved 2022 poster contest theme 'Neighbors Pulling Together for a Better Environment'
- Accepted neighborhood project claims totaling $3,776.09 (Salubria $459.21, Valley View $603.47, Mann Creek Valley $277.18, Dutch Flat $2,436.23)
- Amended and approved September 14, 2021 minutes
- Rescheduled January 2022 board meeting to January 18, 2022
- Noted Midvale Weed Beaters project canceled due to lack of participation
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will hold a meeting to handle general business, claims, and action items. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters and legal counsel regarding pending or imminent litigation. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda text.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel on pending litigation
- General business and claims review
County Commissioner Board
The Board of Commissioners will consider adopting a new personnel policy and reviewing the Juvenile Detention Housing Agreement. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a nuisance ordinance, road applications, and the Cambridge Impact Area decision.
- Adoption of new personnel policy
- Juvenile Detention Housing Agreement action items
- Ordinance No. 90 - Cambridge Impact Area Decision
- Culvert and Road Bore Applications
- Cove Road Bridge Agreement
The board unanimously approved a revised Personnel Policy and an amended vacation accrual schedule for full-time employees, effective October 1, 2021. It also approved several contracts, including the Annual Software and Support Agreement with Computer Arts, Inc., the Juvenile Detention Housing Agreement with Canyon County, and a Professional Services Agreement with J-U-B Engineers. Warrants totaling $314,292.24 were authorized for general expenses. The board also adopted Ordinance 90 amending the Cambridge Area of City Impact language.
- Approved Annual Software and Support Agreement with Computer Arts, Inc. (unanimous)
- Authorized warrants totaling $216,399.64 for FY2021 general expenses (unanimous)
- Authorized warrants totaling $97,892.60 for FY2022 general expenses (unanimous)
- Approved Juvenile Detention Housing Agreement with Canyon County (unanimous)
- Approved amended vacation schedule for full-time employees (unanimous)
- Adopted revised Personnel Policy via Resolution No. 21-12 (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 90 amending Title 4 Chapter 3 regarding Cambridge Area of City Impact (unanimous)
- Approved Weiser Ambulance District orders: $25,188.43 payroll and $3,021.52 general expenses (unanimous)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will hold a meeting for general business, claims, and action items. The board will also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters and legal counsel regarding pending or likely litigation. The agenda is otherwise brief and procedural.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel on pending/imminent litigation
- General business and claims review
- Action items
County Commissioner Board
The Board of Commissioners will meet to consider adopting a new personnel policy and reviewing public defender contracts. The agenda also includes discussions regarding road bore applications, Cove Road Bridge agreements, and updates from the Forest Service.
- Adoption of new personnel policy
- Public defender contracts
- Cove Road Bridge Agreement
- Culvert and road bore applications
- 2021 Sub-Recipient Agreement and Annual HVAC Maintenance Agreement
The Board approved a demand warrant of $219,744.50 to Sunroc for pavement on Goodrich Road. They also approved several other warrants, including $74,549.64 for patrol vehicles and $75,665.84 for general expenses. The Board signed a letter of support for the Lost Valley Reservoir enlargement and dam rebuilding. No decision was made on the amended personnel policy, which will be revisited next week.
- Approved $219,744.50 demand warrant to Sunroc for Goodrich Road pavement.
- Approved $74,549.64 demand warrant to Mountain Home Auto Ranch for Sheriff patrol vehicles.
- Approved $75,665.84 in general expense warrants.
- Approved $162.60 demand warrant to Columbia Bank.
- Approved $255.67 duplicate warrant to Royce Schwenkfelder for mileage reimbursement.
- Approved Certificates of Residency for Derek Lyman and Jacob VerPlanck.
- Approved polling places for November 2, 2021 election.
- Approved hiring Joey Powers as PRN EMT at $14.00/hour for Weiser Ambulance District.
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will meet to handle general business, claims, and action items. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters and pending litigation with legal counsel.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel on pending litigation
- General business and claims review
- Action items
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will not hold their regular meeting on September 27, 2021, because they are attending the Idaho Association of Counties Annual Conference. The agenda is purely procedural, noting the cancellation and providing contact information for accommodations.
- Meeting cancelled due to Idaho Association of Counties Annual Conference
- No Weiser Ambulance District meeting scheduled
- Accommodations contact: Clerk's office, 414-2092, 256 E. Court, Weiser ID
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will not hold their regular meeting on September 27, 2021, because they are attending the Idaho Association of Counties Annual Conference. The agenda contains no business items for this date.
- Meeting cancelled for September 27, 2021
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners are holding a special meeting to discuss the River Dock Road railroad crossing with Union Pacific Railroad and the Idaho Transportation Department. This is listed as an action item, meaning the board may take action on the matter. No public comment will be received during this discussion, though written comments can be submitted beforehand.
- Discussion with Union Pacific Railroad and Idaho Transportation Department regarding River Dock Road Railroad Crossing
- Action item on the railroad crossing
- No public comment during this agenda item; written comments accepted via mail or email
The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting to discuss the possible closure of the River Dock Road railroad crossing with Union Pacific Railroad and Idaho Transportation Department representatives. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with discussion of traffic studies, safety improvements, and a future diagnostic meeting. Public comment was not accepted as it was not a public hearing.
- No formal decisions made; meeting was informational only
- Discussed possible closure of River Dock Road railroad crossing
- Union Pacific stated closure request did not originate from them
- ITD clarified misunderstanding regarding proposed closure
- Agreed to conduct traffic study at crossings
- Planned onsite diagnostic meeting with stakeholders
County Commissioner Board
The Weiser Ambulance District Board has cancelled its August 30, 2021 meeting. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 7, 2021. No business items are listed for this cancelled session.
- Meeting cancelled for August 30, 2021
- Next regular meeting scheduled for September 7, 2021
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold a general business meeting covering routine items like minutes, liquor licenses, and warrants, plus several specific action items. They will discuss a new Extension Educator opening, IT matters, code changes with the prosecuting attorney, an executive session for personnel and legal issues, the ambulance district, road and bridge culvert applications, and a broadband grant sponsorship.
- Code changes with Prosecuting Attorney Delton Walker
- Executive session for personnel matters and pending litigation
- Road and Bridge culvert and road bore applications
- Broadband grant sponsorship with John Stuart
- Cooperative agreement for U of I Extension programs
The Board of County Commissioners approved the August 2021 Treasurer's Cash report ($14,785,419.50), a Pathology Agreement with Ada County, a Catering Permit for Slims Tavern, the 2021 Subrecipient Agreement from Idaho Office of Emergency Management, and a liquor license transfer for Midvale Merc. They also approved a Cooperative Agreement with University of Idaho Extension, supported hiring another Extension Agent, approved culvert installations, a demand warrant for Incahoots BBQ, and an ambulance district expense order. The board directed the Prosecuting Attorney to work with Chris Meyer to modify County Code so agricultural splits do not qualify as original parcel splits, and discussed but did not decide on sponsoring a broadband grant for MTE.
- Approved August 2021 Treasurer's Cash report of $14,785,419.50
- Approved signing Pathology Agreement between Washington County and Ada County
- Approved Catering Permit for Slims Tavern for Oct. 1-2, 2021
- Approved signing 2021 Subrecipient Agreement from Idaho Office of Emergency Management
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License transfer for Midvale Store, LLC (Midvale Merc)
- Approved signing Cooperative Agreement for University of Idaho Extension Programs and supported hiring another Extension Agent
- Approved culvert/approach installations near Smith/Keithly Creek Road and on Lower Crane Road (Odo Grandi)
- Approved demand warrant of $2,340.00 to Incahoots BBQ and Catering LLC
Weed Advisory Board
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine approvals and plan for 2022. Action items include approving minutes and claims, planning the cooperator appreciation dinner, approving the 2022 calendar for print, and deciding on a 2021 tax bill insert. The board will also discuss 2022 project priorities and weed advisory board terms.
- Approve minutes and claims (action items)
- Cooperator Appreciation Dinner: catering quote, guest speaker, details (action item)
- 2022 Calendar approve for print (action item)
- 2021 Tax Bill Insert (action item)
- 2022 Project Sifting (action item)
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board approved the final 2022 calendar (2,500 copies) and a tax bill insert for printing, and selected Judy's Weiser to cater the January 27, 2022 Cooperator Appreciation Dinner. The board also set a project sifting for November 2, 2021 and a tour of the Paddock Yellow Starthistle site for November 4, 2021. Board members up for renewal signed reappointment documents.
- Approved minutes of the previous meeting as presented.
- Approved motion to have Judy's Weiser cater the Cooperator Appreciation Dinner on January 27, 2022.
- Approved final 2022 calendar for print; directed ordering 2,500 copies.
- Approved tax bill insert for print.
- Scheduled 2022 project sifting for November 2, 2021 at 5:00 p.m.
- Scheduled a tour of the Paddock Yellow Starthistle site for November 4, 2021.
- Board members up for renewal signed reappointment documents.
Rodent Board Meeting
The Rodent District Board is meeting to review recent expenditures and mileage claims. The board will also discuss the 2022 budget hearing and board terms.
- Review of recent district expenditures
- Board Member Mileage Claims
- 2022 Rodent District Budget Hearing update
- Board Terms
- 2022 Meeting Schedule
The Washington County Rodent District Board accepted the expenditure and tail bounty reports, approved the 2022 meeting schedule, and noted the county commissioners adopted the 2022 budget. The board also scheduled its annual meeting for November 9, 2021, and planned to review by-laws at the next meeting.
- Accepted minutes of July 13, 2021, as written (unanimous)
- Accepted expenditure and tail bounty reports (unanimous)
- Approved 2022 meeting schedule (unanimous)
- Noted 2022 budget adopted by county commissioners
- Scheduled annual meeting for November 9, 2021
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners Board of Weiser Ambulance District will hold a meeting on September 13, 2021, at the Washington County Courthouse. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items, including a general business session, claims, and an executive session. No specific public decisions, contracts, or ordinances are listed in the provided text.
- Executive session to consider personnel matters under I.C. 74-206(1)(a) & (b)
- Executive session to communicate with legal counsel regarding pending or likely litigation under I.C. 74-206(1)(f)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including a decision on the Holoboff rezone, a reservoir expansion update, and a grant adjustment notice. They will also conduct executive sessions for personnel, legal, and exempt records matters, and consider various administrative items like liquor licenses and claims.
- Holoboff Rezone Decision (action item)
- Lost Valley Reservoir Board/Reservoir Expansion (action item)
- 2019 Grant Adjustment Notice (action item)
- Executive sessions for personnel, legal, and exempt records (I.C. 74-206)
- Culvert and Road Bore Applications (action item)
The Board approved the Holoboff Rezone Application from A1 to A2 with a development agreement, authorized the chairman to sign the 2019 EMPG Grant Adjustment Notice, and approved two Weiser Ambulance District orders totaling $33,103.19. The Board also denied two social services cases and agreed to draft a letter of support for the Lost Valley Reservoir enlargement proposal.
- Approved the Holoboff Rezone Application from A1 to A2 with a development agreement (unanimous roll call).
- Authorized the chairman to sign the Idaho Office of Emergency Management 2019 Grant Adjustment Notice (unanimous).
- Approved Weiser Ambulance District Order No. 21-40 for general expenses of $8,754.36 (unanimous).
- Approved Weiser Ambulance District Order No. 21-0025 for payroll expenses of $24,348.83 (unanimous).
- Denied Case No. 2021-9 for social services (unanimous).
- Denied Case No. 2021-11 for social services (unanimous).
- Agreed to draft a letter of support for the Lost Valley Reservoir Enlargement Proposal.
- Authorized warrants for general expenses of $189,629.91 and social services expenses of $192.32 (unanimous).
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners are meeting solely to hold a 9-11 Remembrance Ceremony. No other business, decisions, or public hearings are listed on this agenda. The event is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on the Washington County Courthouse Front Lawn.
- 9-11 Remembrance Ceremony scheduled for 9:00 a.m.
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will meet to handle general business, claims, and action items. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters and pending or likely litigation with legal counsel.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel communication on litigation
- General business and claims review for Weiser Ambulance District
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will meet to handle routine business, hear department updates, and take action on items including weed control, a secure entrance, and road and bridge applications. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss personnel and pending litigation, and a workshop on proposed code changes.
- Thorpe Fire Sprinkler Systems Quote
- Drought Declaration Resolution
- Bonnie Davis, Weed Department and Rodent Control/USFS Agreement Modification
- Dion Zimmerman/Secure Entrance
- Jerod Odoms, Road and Bridge & Solid Waste/Culvert and Road Bore Applications
The Board approved a USFS Agreement Modification for 2021 spraying, a liquor license transfer for Gateway Store and Cafe, and a demand warrant for Allied Business Machines. They also agreed to move forward with selecting a Construction Manager for the courthouse secure entrance. A drought resolution was discussed but not approved at this time.
- Approved USFS Agreement Modification for 2021 spraying (unanimous)
- Approved liquor license transfer for Gateway Adventurers, LLC dba Gateway Store and Cafe (unanimous)
- Approved demand warrant to Allied Business Machines for $129.55 (unanimous)
- Approved Thorpe Fire Sprinkler Systems quote for Extension Office repairs (unanimous)
- Agreed to move forward with Construction Manager selection for courthouse secure entrance
- Approved Ambulance District Order No. 21-39 for $1,755.64 (unanimous)
- Approved Ambulance District Order No. 21-0024 for $22,214.51 (unanimous)
- Drought resolution not approved at this time
Fair Board
The Fair Board is meeting to discuss 2021 fair logistics and financial reports. The body will review judge and meal ticket payouts and determine the 2021 fair date.
- Setting the 2021 fair date
- Review of judge and meal ticket payouts
- Decision on RV storage rates and times for 2021-2022
- Review of the 2021 Yearbook
- Livestock sale update
County Commissioner Board
There is no meeting of the Weiser Ambulance District scheduled for August 30, 2021. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 7, 2021.
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Board of Commissioners will not meet on August 30, 2021. This follows a unanimous motion made on January 11, 2021, stating the Board does not meet on the fifth Monday of the month.
County Commissioner Board
The Board of Washington County Commissioners and the Weiser Ambulance District will meet to conduct a budget hearing for the Ambulance District. The meeting also includes discussions regarding personnel matters and communication with legal counsel.
- Ambulance District Budget Hearing
- Executive session regarding personnel matters
- Executive session regarding pending or likely litigation
County Commissioner Board
The Board of Commissioners will conduct public budget hearings for the Ambulance District and the County Budget. The meeting also includes updates from the Extension Office, Road & Bridge, and Prosecuting Attorney.
- Ambulance District Budget Hearing
- County Budget Hearing
- Road & Bridge update regarding Riverdock Road railroad crossing and Heinrich Road
- Extension Office update
- Executive Session regarding personnel matters and pending litigation
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously adopted the FY2022 county budget of $17,700,864.00 and the Weiser Ambulance District budget of $1,700,864.00. They also approved several routine items, including sick time donation, a certificate of residency, a duplicate warrant, and two demand warrants. The board agreed to assist with the temporary closure of the Riverdock railroad crossing, and scheduled a workshop on proposed zoning code changes.
- Adopted FY2022 county budget of $17,700,864.00 (unanimous)
- Adopted Weiser Ambulance District FY2021-2022 budget of $1,700,864.00 (unanimous)
- Approved sick time donation for Assessor Office employee (unanimous)
- Approved Certificate of Residency for Boden Meyer (unanimous)
- Approved duplicate warrant to Shiela Kohr (unanimous)
- Approved demand warrant to Staples for $743.58 (unanimous)
- Approved demand warrant to Allied Business Solutions for $276.54 (unanimous)
- Approved temporary closure of Riverdock railroad crossing, no sooner than Aug 31, 2021 (unanimous)
Planning & Zoning
The Washington County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a discussion with the Cambridge City Council regarding the Cambridge area of city impact. The meeting also includes the approval of previous minutes.
- Discussion with Cambridge City Council on the Cambridge area of city impact
County Commissioner Board
The Board will address general business including liquor licenses and quotes for the Annex Building roof. The agenda also includes road applications and an executive session regarding personnel and litigation.
- Quotes for Annex Building Roof
- Culvert and Road Bore Applications
- Executive Session regarding personnel matters and pending litigation
- Ambulance District discussion
The Board approved a $18,795 roof repair contract for the annex building with Upson Company (Option 2), and approved a $144 duplicate warrant. They also approved the July 2021 treasurer's statement of $15,181,552.22 and the August 9 minutes as amended. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were informational updates.
- Approved $18,795 annex roof repair contract with Upson Company (unanimous)
- Approved $144 duplicate warrant (unanimous)
- Approved July 2021 Operation in Funds/Statement of Treasurer's Cash of $15,181,552.22 (unanimous)
- Approved August 9, 2021 minutes as amended
- Approved Weiser Ambulance District Order No. 21-37 for $11,028.77 (unanimous)
- Approved Weiser Ambulance District Order No. 21-23 for $25,205.56 (unanimous)
- Authorized chairman to sign agreement with Sawtooth Emergency Vehicles (unanimous)
County Commissioner Board
The meeting includes business for the Weiser Ambulance District and general county business. The agenda also includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters and legal counsel regarding pending or likely litigation.
- Weiser Ambulance District business
- General business and claims
- Executive session regarding personnel matters
- Executive session regarding communication with legal counsel
Weed Advisory Board
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes and claims, review on-site projects, and plan the Cooperator Appreciation Dinner. They will also discuss a biological workshop, a request for a 3-day Advent Gulch project due to the Woodhead Fire, a 2021 tax bill insert, and the 2022 draft calendar and project list.
- Approve claims (action item)
- On-site project reviews: set date and select projects to visit
- Cooperator Appreciation Dinner: catering, guest speaker, details
- Request for 3-day Advent Gulch due to Woodhead Fire (Jerry Lunsford)
- 2021 tax bill insert and 2022 draft calendar (action items)
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board approved a second fall work day at Advent Gulch to address scotch thistle regrowth after the Woodhead Fire. The board also approved the 2022 draft calendar with a swap of December and July, and discussed upcoming projects and events.
- Approved second fall day at Advent Gulch for scotch thistle control (motion carried)
- Approved 2022 draft calendar with December and July swapped (motion carried)
- Accepted minutes of July 13, 2021 (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Board will address Weiser Ambulance District business, including ambulance bids and purchase order agreements. The agenda also includes discussions regarding employee education approval and an executive session for personnel matters and legal counsel.
- Ambulance bid and purchase order agreement
- Employee education approval
- Executive session regarding personnel matters
- Executive session regarding pending or imminently likely litigation
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners meet Aug. 9 to handle routine business and several action items, including a tax exemption request from Project Lifesize, a Planning and Zoning agreement with Keller, and road and culvert applications. The board will also consider personnel and legal matters in executive session and hear updates from Juvenile Probation and Emergency Management.
- Project Lifesize tax exemption request (Mark Fahey, James Bobst, Kit Kamo) — action item
- Bonnie Brent, Planning and Zoning, Keller Agreement — action item
- Jerod Odoms, Road and Bridge & Solid Waste, culvert and road bore applications — action items
- Delton Walker, Prosecuting Attorney, executive session on personnel and pending litigation
- Dahlia Stender, Juvenile Probation, and Tony Buthman, Emergency Manager, updates
The Board approved warrants totaling $142,735.58 for general expenses, signed a public defender contract with Tyler Rounds of Koonce Rounds, PC, and approved a professional services agreement with Keller Associates, Inc. The Board also set speed limits at 35 MPH on Sunnyside and Airport Roads, and accepted the ambulance purchase award notification for the Weiser Ambulance District. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were informational updates.
- Approved general expense warrants totaling $142,735.58 (unanimous)
- Authorized Chairman to sign Public Defender Contract with Tyler Rounds (unanimous)
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with Keller Associates, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved Weiser Ambulance District Order No. 21-36 for $267.60 (unanimous)
- Accepted RFB award notification for new ambulance (unanimous)
- Approved demand warrant to Peak Thermo King for $3,256.70 (unanimous)
- Set speed limit at 35 MPH on Sunnyside and Airport Roads (unanimous)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting, addressing general business items and hearing from department heads. Key action items include a decision on the Freeman/Williams rezone and McKee special use permit, as well as a solid waste assessment resolution. The board will also discuss contracts, road projects, and other administrative matters.
- Freeman/Williams Rezone Decision
- McKee Special Use Decision
- Solid Waste Assessment Resolution 21-10
- Professional Services Agreement with Keller Associates
- Quitclaim Deed Regarding Tax Deed Sale
The board approved several financial items, including a $19,802.45 final payment for courthouse carpeting, a $12.57 gas payment, and a certificate of residency. They also added June 19 as an observed county holiday (Emancipation Day) effective 2022, approved Resolution 21-10 for solid waste fee increases, and approved the McKee Special Use Request for a temporary residence. The Freeman/Williams rezone was discussed but no decision was made.
- Approved $19,802.45 demand warrant to Floor Covering International for courthouse carpeting (unanimous)
- Approved $12.57 demand warrant to Intermountain Gas (unanimous)
- Approved Certificate of Residency for Isabel Sanchez (unanimous)
- Added June 19 as observed county holiday (Emancipation Day) effective June 19, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 21-10 adopting Solid Waste Assessment Fee increases (unanimous)
- Approved McKee Special Use Request for temporary residence (unanimous)
- Approved Chairman to sign Quitclaim Deeds for properties sold at Tax Deed Auction (unanimous)
- Approved Ambulance District orders: $25,381.33 general expenses and $23,180.84 payroll (unanimous)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, are meeting for general business, claims review, and a possible executive session. The closed session is authorized to discuss personnel matters and legal counsel communication regarding pending or likely litigation, with possible action items afterward.
- General business and claims review for the Weiser Ambulance District
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel on pending/imminent litigation
- Possible action items following the executive session
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Weiser Ambulance District board, will meet to handle general business, claims, a server purchase, and a budget review. The board will also enter executive session for personnel matters and legal counsel communication regarding potential litigation, followed by action items.
- Server purchase for Weiser Ambulance District
- Budget review for the district
- Claims processing
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a), (b), and (f) for personnel and legal matters
- Action items following the executive session
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting covering general business, public defense updates, planning and zoning citations, and a special use decision. They will also discuss the county budget, hold a public hearing on solid waste special assessment fees, and conduct a tax deed sale/auction.
- Public hearing on Solid Waste Special Assessment Fees
- County Budget Discussion/Review
- Tax Deed Sale/Auction
- Brandon Williams Special Use Decision
- Indigent Defense Financial Assistance Agreement
The Board approved the 2022 proposed budget for publication, denied a special use request for gravel truck parking and storage containers, and approved a solid waste fee increase. It also approved several routine items including liquor permits, indigent defense agreement, treasurer's statements, claims, and bank account changes.
- Approved 2022 proposed budget for publication (3-0)
- Denied Brandon Williams Special Use Request for storage/gravel truck parking (3-0)
- Approved solid waste fee increase as presented (3-0)
- Approved $26,200 for ambulance district computer equipment and website (3-0)
- Approved $25,000 for Marine building improvements (3-0)
- Approved $182,767.23 general claims and $11,000 social services warrants (3-0)
- Approved two Idaho Liquor Catering Permits for Ruszoni's Pizza (3-0)
- Approved indigent defense financial assistance agreement (3-0)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners are holding a special meeting with a single agenda item: the Board of Equalization, which will address action items. This is a procedural meeting focused on property assessment appeals or related equalization matters, with no other substantive business listed.
- Board of Equalization action items
The Board of County Commissioners met in special session and briefly convened as the Board of Equalization. On the assessor's recommendation, the board unanimously approved adding three homeowner exemptions to the tax roll. The board then recessed until July 26, 2021.
- Approved 3 homeowner exemptions for parcels RPC7320006001B, RPW005000R000G, RPW15700010010 (unanimous)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Weiser Ambulance District board, will hold a meeting to handle general business, claims, and possible action items. The agenda includes a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters and legal counsel on pending or likely litigation.
- General business and claims review for Weiser Ambulance District
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel on pending/imminent litigation
- Possible action items following executive session
County Commissioner Board
The Board will address various action items including updates on secure entry and IT. The agenda also includes discussions regarding road and bridge work and planning and zoning citations.
- Secure Entry update from Dion Zimmerman
- Discussion regarding issuing citations with Planning and Zoning
- Unity Bridge scope of work and PAWG Agreement review
- Review of culvert and road bore applications
- Executive session regarding personnel and pending litigation
The Board unanimously approved a Public Defender Contract with Tyler Rounds, filling the position previously held by Matt Roker. The Board also approved a driveway approach on Glascock Road, signed the PAWG intergovernmental agreement, and authorized the Chairman to sign a Scope of Work Agreement with Keller Associates for Unity Bridge. In the Weiser Ambulance District session, the Board approved salary requests and orders for general and payroll expenses.
- Approved Public Defender Contract with Tyler Rounds (unanimous).
- Approved driveway approach between 251 and 257 Glascock Road (unanimous).
- Signed PAWG Intergovernmental Agreement (unanimous).
- Authorized Chairman to sign Scope of Work Agreement with Keller Associates for Unity Bridge (unanimous).
- Approved Ambulance District salary requests for Ashley Lynn and Nate LaFolette.
- Approved Ambulance District Order No. 21-33 for general expenses of $8,014.84 (unanimous).
- Approved Ambulance District Order No. 21-0021 for payroll expenses of $28,076.07 (unanimous).
Planning & Zoning
The Washington County Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a special meeting for an informational presentation and question and answer session regarding Jerry Mason. No other business items are listed on the agenda.
- Jerry Mason planning & zoning informational presentation and Q&A session
Weed Advisory Board
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes and claims, plus action items on a teacher workshop, summer weed tour, project reviews, a 2022 neighborhood project application, and a 2021 tax bill insert. The meeting also includes reports and announcements about an upcoming biological workshop.
- Approve minutes and claims (action items)
- Teacher workshop/summer weed tour review and instructor honorarium for Jerry Lunsford
- Project reviews: set date and select projects to visit
- Review Neighborhood Project Application for 2022
- 2021 Tax Bill Insert (action item)
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board approved project billing invoices totaling $14,087.91 and directed staff to update the 2022 Neighborhood Project Application by removing any mention of the ISDA. The board also continued honorariums for workshop speakers and discussed the August newsletter and tax bill insert.
- Approved project billing invoices totaling $14,087.91
- Directed Bonnie to update 2022 Neighborhood Project Application, removing ISDA mentions
- Continued $300 honorariums for Gretchen Hyde and April Hulet per 2019 motion
- Accepted June 8, 2021 minutes as presented
- Appointed Jerry Lunsford as interim chairman for the meeting
Rodent Board Meeting
The Washington County Rodent District is meeting to review recent expenditures and a trapping seminar final report. The board will also discuss an update to the 2022 Rodent District Budget.
- Review of recent district expenditures
- Trapping Seminar final report
- 2022 Rodent District Budget update
- Board Terms update
The Washington County Rodent District Board unanimously approved the May 11, 2021 minutes and accepted the expenditure and tail bounty reports as presented. The board discussed the 2022 budget, including a wage increase for the weed department secretary to remain competitive. Troy Mock agreed to continue on the board, with a reappointment letter to be prepared for the September meeting.
- Approved May 11, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Accepted expenditure and tail bounty reports (unanimous)
- Discussed 2022 budget wage increase for secretary
- Noted Troy Mock's agreement to continue on board
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of Weiser Ambulance District, will hold a meeting to discuss general business, claims, and possibly enter executive session for personnel and legal matters. The agenda includes action items, but no specific decisions or proposals are listed.
- General business and claims review
- Possible executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Possible executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel on pending litigation
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commission is holding a general business meeting with department head updates, budget discussions, and possible executive sessions on personnel and legal matters. The board will also consider action items including liquor licenses, claims, and road and bridge applications.
- Horizon Credit Union Benefit Agreement - Server Purchase
- Budget discussion with Prosecuting Attorney Delton Walker
- Possible executive sessions on personnel and pending litigation
- Planning and Zoning update with Bonnie Brent
- Road and Bridge culvert and road bore applications with Jerod Odoms
The Board approved two liquor licenses, two demand warrants, a $18,637.98 server purchase, and allowed Horizon Credit Union to provide employee-banking benefits. They also approved claims totaling $242,419.29 and approved minutes from July 6 as amended. The Board discussed a potential development moratorium and zoning code revisions, but took no formal action on those items.
- Approved Retail Liquor License No. 17 for Tobacco Connection at 611 U.S. Highway 95, Weiser, ID.
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 31 for Los Chipenos, LLC at 1255 State Street, Weiser, ID.
- Approved demand warrant to Intermountain Gas for $9.79.
- Approved demand warrant to Wienhoff Drug Testing for $75.00.
- Approved purchase of server for $18,637.98 from Commissioner Contingency Account.
- Approved allowing Horizon Credit Union to provide employee-banking benefits.
- Approved claims totaling $242,419.29 for general expenses.
- Approved minutes of July 6, 2021 as amended.
Fair Board
The Fair Board will review superintendent job descriptions and various fair business items. The agenda includes reports from the Extension Office and the 4-H Leaders Council.
- Review of Job Descriptions
- Beef and Small Animal Floor discussion
- Butchers’ List review
- Youth Volunteer Chore List review
- Sale Time Postcard and Weigh Masters items
The Washington County Fair Board approved sending out sale postcards and accepted the minutes and treasurer's report. They also set weigh masters for sheep, goats, swine, and beef, and discussed logistics for the upcoming fair, including butcher assignments and facility setup.
- Approved sending out sale postcards.
- Accepted the minutes of the previous meeting.
- Accepted the treasurer's report.
- Set weigh masters: Brooke and Jessie for sheep/goats, Seth Matthews for swine, Royce Schwenkfelder for beef, and judges for small animals.
- Scheduled sheep shearing for July 16, 2021, at $6/head.
- Decided to add a statement to sale receipts about rabbit butchering responsibility.
- Set next meeting for September 1 at Country Coffee Cabin.
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting, covering routine business like liquor licenses and warrants, plus several action items. They will hear updates from the weed department, discuss starting wages and employee appreciation, and review the budget with the prosecuting attorney. The board will also consider culvert and road bore applications and may enter executive session for personnel and legal matters.
- Weed Department and Rodent Control update with ESRI Annual Software Agreement and Quickbooks Update
- State Insurance Fund Quarterly Update and Starting Wage Discussion
- Budget Discussion with Prosecuting Attorney Delton Walker
- Culvert and Road Bore Applications with Road and Bridge & Solid Waste
- Executive Session for personnel matters and legal counsel
The board approved QuickBooks updates for three departments at $849 each and the Arc View mapping software renewal at $1,200. They also approved a $5 petty cash warrant. A motion to suspend the original parcel rule and Planning and Zoning failed due to lack of a second. The board discussed ARPA funding, Juneteenth holiday, and an employee appreciation BBQ.
- Approved QuickBooks update for Weed, Rodent, and Road and Bridge/Solid Waste at $849 per department (unanimous)
- Approved Arc View annual renewal at $1,200 (unanimous)
- Approved demand warrant for $5.00 petty cash replacement (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of June 28, 2021 as amended
- Approved Weiser Ambulance District Order No. 21-31 for general expenses $4,871.29 (unanimous)
- Approved Weiser Ambulance District Order No. 21-20 for payroll expenses $25,375.69 (unanimous)
- Approved Steve Babb for part-time EMT at $13.00/hour and Austin Thomason as part-time driver
- Motion to suspend original parcel rule and Planning and Zoning failed (lack of second)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of Weiser Ambulance District, will hold a meeting to handle general business, claims, and action items. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters and to communicate with legal counsel about pending or likely litigation. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda text.
- Executive session under I.C. 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under I.C. 74-206(1)(f) to communicate with legal counsel on pending/imminent litigation
- General business and claims review
- Action items
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting, addressing routine business and several action items. They will consider a rezone decision for Calfee and a special use decision for Dale, as well as discuss the solid waste fee and budget matters with the prosecuting attorney. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.
- Calfee Rezone Decision
- Dale Special Use Decision
- Solid Waste Fee discussion
- Budget discussion with Prosecuting Attorney
- Road and Bridge culvert and road bore applications
The Washington County Commissioners approved a motion to hold a public hearing on July 26, 2021, to consider increasing the Solid Waste Assessment fee to $68.00 per unit per year. The board also approved a special use application for a second temporary residence and denied a rezone request for property in the Weiser impact area. All decisions were unanimous.
- Approved minutes of June 21, 2021, as amended.
- Authorized warrants totaling $238,260.55 for general expenses.
- Scheduled a public hearing for July 26, 2021, to consider increasing the Solid Waste Assessment fee to $68.00.
- Approved the Special Use Application submitted by Bryon and Nancy Dale for a second temporary residence.
- Denied the Calfee Rezone request, citing lack of services, road development, and preservation of prime farm ground.
- Recessed as County Board and convened as Weiser Ambulance District Board to discuss operations and budget.
- Reconvened as County Board after ambulance district discussions.
- Recessed until July 6, 2021, at 8:45 a.m.
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will meet to discuss general business, claims, budget, and personnel policy review. The board will also hold an executive session to consider personnel matters and communicate with legal counsel about pending or imminent litigation, followed by action items.
- Discussion of Weiser Ambulance District general business
- Review of claims and budget
- Personnel policy review
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a), (b), and (f) for personnel and legal matters
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting, covering routine business like minutes and liquor licenses, followed by a budget discussion with the prosecuting attorney and an executive session on personnel and legal matters. They will also address a planning and zoning decision, ambulance district matters, weed spray signs, an impact area discussion with Cambridge City Council, and road and solid waste fee items.
- Budget discussion with Prosecuting Attorney Delton Walker
- Executive session on personnel and pending litigation
- Planning and Zoning Lancaster decision with Bonnie Brent
- Keller–Unity Bridge culvert and road bore applications
- Solid waste fee discussion with Jerod Odoms
The Board denied the Lancaster Rezone request from A1 to A2, determining that 20-acre parcels do not require rezoning under County Code and can support a single-family dwelling. The Board also approved a catering permit for the Copper Lounge, May 2021 Treasurer's Cash, and several Weiser Ambulance District expenses. Discussions were held on a compliance officer, Cambridge area of impact, Unity Bridge, and solid waste fees, but no decisions were made on those topics.
- Denied Lancaster Rezone from A1 to A2 (unanimous)
- Approved Catering Permit for Copper Lounge for June 25-26, 2021 (unanimous)
- Approved May 2021 Operation in Funds/Treasurer's Cash of $12,105,907.13 (unanimous)
- Approved Ambulance Order No. 21-19 for payroll expenses of $26,875.23 (unanimous)
- Approved Ambulance Order No. 21-30 for general expenses of $434.34 (unanimous)
- Approved Ambulance Order No. 21-19VAC of $1,668.23 (unanimous)
- Approved Owner Responsibility and Maintenance Agreement for noxious weeds with Karl Greshover (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of June 14, 15, and 16, 2021 (unanimous)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will hold a meeting to handle general business, claims, and action items. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters and legal counsel regarding pending or likely litigation.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel on pending/imminent litigation
- General business and claims review
- Action items to be considered
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners are holding budget workshops on June 15 and 16, 2021, as work sessions with elected officials and department heads. The agenda contains only the meeting time and location, with no specific budget items or decisions listed.
- June 15 and 16, 2021, 9:00 a.m. budget workshops at the Washington County Courthouse
- Work session for the Board of County Commissioners and county departments
- Special accommodations contact: Clerk's office, 256 E. Court, Weiser ID, phone 414-2092
The Board of County Commissioners held a budget workshop to review 2022 fiscal year budget requests with department heads and elected officials. No formal decisions were made; the workshop was procedural and concluded at 10:41 a.m.
- Reviewed 2022 fiscal year budget requests with department heads and elected officials
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners are holding two budget workshop work sessions on June 15 and 16, 2021, for elected officials and department heads. These are work sessions, not decision-making meetings, focused on discussing the county budget.
- June 15, 9:00 a.m. budget workshop for elected officials and department heads
- June 16, 9:00 a.m. budget workshop for elected officials and department heads
- Meetings held at Washington County Courthouse
The Board of County Commissioners met on June 15, 2021, for a budget workshop to review budget requests for the 2022 fiscal year. Department heads and elected officials presented their requests to the commissioners. No formal decisions were made during the workshop, which concluded at 12:04 p.m.
- Held a budget workshop to review 2022 fiscal year budget requests
- No formal decisions were made during the workshop
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners Board of Weiser Ambulance District will discuss general business, claims, and an Idaho Commerce contract. The meeting includes an executive session to consider personnel matters and communicate with legal counsel regarding pending or imminently likely litigation.
- Review of claims
- Idaho Commerce Contract
- Executive session for personnel matters
- Executive session for legal counsel communication regarding litigation
Planning & Zoning
The Washington County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on two action items: a special use request by Byron & Nancy Dale and Doris Jean Dale, and a rezone request by Mark & Joan Calfee. The meeting will also include approval of previous minutes.
- Public hearing on special use request by Byron & Nancy Dale and Doris Jean Dale
- Public hearing on rezone request by Mark & Joan Calfee
- Approval of minutes (action item)
The Washington County Planning & Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend denial of Mark and Joan Calfee's request to rezone 84 acres from A1 to A2, citing concerns about water availability, road access, and loss of agricultural land. The commission also voted unanimously to recommend approval of a special use (hardship) request by Byron, Nancy, and Doris Jean Dale to place a temporary RV on Doris Jean Dale's property for caregiving purposes.
- Recommended denial of Calfee rezone from A1 to A2 (5-0)
- Recommended approval of Dale special use for temporary RV (5-0)
- Approved minutes of May 18, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting with department updates, budget discussions, and several action items. The board will also enter executive sessions for personnel matters, legal counsel, and exempt records, including juvenile probation cases.
- SREDA update with Kit Kam
- Juvenile Probation Memorandum of Agreement with Dahlia Stender
- Prosecuting Attorney budget discussion and executive session
- Planning and Zoning Lancaster decision and salary request with Bonnie Brent
- Road and Bridge culvert and road bore applications with Jerod Odoms
The Board approved general expense warrants totaling $313,897.01, a catering permit for Ruszoni's Pizza, and the transfer of Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 18 to C & M Sports Grill, LLC (Legends on Main). They also approved $9,314.50 in new computer servers for Road and Bridge, Weed, and Prosecuting Attorney's offices, and a retroactive pay increase for Planning and Zoning Administrator Bonnie Brent. The Lancaster Rezone request was discussed but not decided, with the Board agreeing to revisit it after Planning and Zoning minutes are approved.
- Approved $313,897.01 in general expense warrants
- Approved $3,500.00 invoice to Stricker Surveying for courthouse topographic survey
- Approved $100.00 petty cash increase for DMV
- Approved Catering Permit for Ruszoni's Pizza at Sunnyside Farms on June 17, 2021
- Approved transfer of Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 18 to C & M Sports Grill, LLC (Legends on Main)
- Approved purchase of Dell servers: Power Edge T440 ($8,769.70) and DLT1500C power supply ($544.80)
- Approved Memorandum of Agreement for CBAS and SUDS programs
- Approved retroactive wage increase for Bonnie Brent from October 1, 2020
Weed Advisory Board
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board will approve minutes and claims, then finalize details for the Teacher Workshop/Summer Weed Tour. The board will also act on the 2021 ISDA Cost Share Award and review project dates for the August newsletter and county fair booth. Project reports will cover five specific local waterways and valleys.
- Finalize details for Teacher Workshop/Summer Weed Tour
- Action on 2021 ISDA Cost Share Award
- Set date for August Newsletter
- Plan Washington County Fair Booth
- Review project reports for Weed Crusaders, Up the Creek, Dutch Flat, Advent Gulch, and Midvale Weed Beaters
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board voted not to accept the 2021 ISDA Cost Share Award due to new requirements added after award letters were received, citing time-sensitive weed control needs. The board also formed a committee to draft a letter to ISDA explaining the decision, and approved sending the letter to state officials and other CWMAs. Other business included reviewing project reports and planning the August newsletter.
- Declined 2021 ISDA Cost Share Award (motion by Royce Schwenkfelder, second by Tom Yankey)
- Formed committee chaired by Royce Schwenkfelder to draft letter to ISDA (motion by Calvin Hickey, second by Royce Schwenkfelder)
- Approved sending committee letter to ISDA (motion by Royce Schwenkfelder, second by Calvin Hickey)
- Accepted minutes of May 11, 2021 (motion by Calvin Hickey, second by Tom Yankey)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will not hold their regular meeting on June 7, 2021, because they are attending the Idaho Association of Counties Commissioner and Clerk's Conference. No business will be conducted at this meeting. The agenda is purely procedural, noting the cancellation and providing accommodation contact information.
- Meeting cancelled due to Idaho Association of Counties conference
- No commissioner meeting on June 7, 2021
County Commissioner Board
The Weiser Ambulance District has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Monday, June 7, 2021. The next regular meeting is set for Monday, June 14, 2021. This agenda contains only procedural notice of the cancellation and no substantive items for discussion or decision.
- Meeting cancelled for June 7, 2021
- Next regular meeting scheduled for June 14, 2021
Fair Board
The board will review minutes and receive updates on sheep weigh-ins. Discussion includes pending business regarding beef and small animals, as well as reports from the Extension Office and 4-H Leaders Council.
- Review of meeting minutes
- Sheep Weigh-in update
- Treasurer report
- Maintenance report
- Hells Canyon Days update
The Washington County Fair Board met on June 2, 2021, and approved the previous minutes and the treasurer's report. The board tabled the floor buyer decision for beef and small animals until July. They also discussed various fair preparations, including a sheep shearing event and the upcoming Hells Canyon Days.
- Approved minutes of previous meeting
- Tabled floor buyer decision for beef and small animals until July
- Approved treasurer's report
- Set next meeting for July 7th at fairgrounds
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of Weiser Ambulance District, will hold a meeting to handle general business, claims, and action items. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters and legal counsel regarding pending or imminent litigation. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel on pending litigation
- General business and claims review
- Action items
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting, addressing general business items such as liquor licenses, certificates of residency, and appointments, along with specific action items including tax cancellations, a rezone decision, and an ambulance district update. The board will also conduct executive sessions for personnel and legal matters.
- Mary Lou Holoboff Rezone Decision
- Tax Cancellation action items
- Southwest District Health Board Member Appointments
- ICRMP Joint Powers Agreement
- Culvert and Road Bore Applications
County Commissioner Board
The Board will address various administrative items including budget requests and property tax exemptions. The agenda also includes a canvass of votes for the Weiser Valley Highway District.
- WICAP budget request from Steve Morningstar
- Culvert and road bore applications from Road and Bridge & Solid Waste
- Property tax exemptions review by the Board of Equalization
- Canvass of votes for Weiser Valley Highway District
- County domain name and email items from Information Technology
The Board denied a property tax exemption application from Keith and Karen Hood for casualty losses from the Woodhead Fire. They also approved warrants totaling over $182,000 for general, election, and juror expenses, and approved two liquor catering permits for local events. The Board agreed to remove a temporary gate on Cove Road and approved the Weiser Valley Highway District election canvass.
- Denied property tax exemption for Keith and Karen Hood (Woodhead Fire damage)
- Approved general expense warrants totaling $179,820.88
- Approved election personnel warrants totaling $1,789.66
- Approved juror service warrants totaling $1,167.44
- Approved liquor catering permit for Tubs, Inc. (Weiser River Music Festival)
- Approved liquor catering permit for Moad, LLC (Sunnyside Farms)
- Approved Weiser Valley Highway District election canvass
- Approved proceeding with County domain name changes
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will meet to handle general business, claims, and action items. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters and to communicate with legal counsel about pending or likely litigation. No other specific agenda items are listed.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel communication on pending litigation
- General business and claims review
- Action items
Planning & Zoning
The Washington County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request from Samuel and Stefanie Lancaster, followed by a presentation on transfer of development rights by Payette County's P&Z administrator. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes.
- Public hearing on Samuel & Stefanie Lancaster rezoning request (action item)
- Presentation by Patti Nitz, Payette County P&Z Administrator, on transfer of development rights
- Approval of minutes (action item)
The Washington County Planning & Zoning Commission held a second hearing on the Lancaster rezone request for six 20-acre agricultural parcels. After hearing testimony from neighbors, fire officials, and a hydrologist, the commission voted unanimously to send a favorable recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners, including a recommendation for a development agreement requirement. An earlier motion to approve with only an emergency access condition failed 2-4.
- Approved motion to recommend Lancaster rezone with development agreement requirement (unanimous)
- Rejected motion to recommend approval with only emergency access/road easement condition (2-4)
- Approved April 20, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of Weiser Ambulance District, are meeting to handle general business, claims, and action items. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters and legal counsel regarding pending or likely litigation.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel on pending litigation
- General business and claims review
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will meet to handle routine business and hear updates from various departments, including rural fire protection, IT/elections security, planning and zoning, and road and bridge. The board will also enter executive sessions to discuss personnel matters, pending litigation, and exempt records in two specific cases.
- Update and land acquisition for Rural Fire Protection Association
- Security review with IT and Elections
- Executive session on personnel and pending litigation
- Executive session on exempt records (Cases #2021-08 and #2021-09)
- Discussion on speeding on Mann Creek Road
The board approved the April 2021 treasurer's cash report of $12,634,019.61, approved a culvert application for Dale Connor, and approved changes to highway standards. They also discussed BLM land acquisitions, election security, and denied two social services cases.
- Approved April 2021 Operation in Funds/Statement of Treasurer's Cash of $12,634,019.61
- Approved culvert/approach application for Dale Connor on Rush Creek Road
- Approved changes to Highway Standards and Development Procedures for Weiser Valley Highway District and Washington County
- Denied Social Services Case No. 2021-08 (county not last resource, not medically indigent)
- Denied Social Services Case No. 2021-09 (county not last resource, no cooperation with Health and Welfare)
- Accepted Social Services Deputy Clerk's Reason for Approval or Denial
- Approved Ambulance District Order No. 21-25 for general expenses of $1,438.06
- Scheduled Planning and Zoning Commission interviews for June 1, 2021
Weed Advisory Board
The board will review updates for the Summer Biological Control Workshop and a teacher workshop/summer weed tour. Members will also discuss the future of the ISDA Cost Share Process.
- Approval of meeting minutes
- Approval of claims
- Summer Biological Control Workshop update (July 15, 2021)
- Discussion on ISDA Cost Share Process
- Project reports for Advent Gulch and Midvale Weed Beaters
Rodent Board Meeting
The Washington County Rodent District will review recent expenditures and discuss the outcome of the March 27, 2021 trapping seminar. The primary action item is the 2022 Rodent District Budget. The meeting is scheduled for May 11, 2021, at 1118 E. Court Street in Weiser, Idaho.
- 2022 Rodent District Budget action item
- Review of recent district expenditures
- Discussion of March 27, 2021 trapping seminar results
The Washington County Rodent District Board unanimously approved the March 9, 2021 minutes and the expenditure and tail bounty reports. The board discussed the trapping seminar, deemed it a success, and reviewed the 2022 budget proposal, agreeing to a 3% salary increase for the secretary. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved March 9, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved expenditure and tail bounty reports (unanimous)
- Deemed trapping seminar a success
- Agreed to 3% salary increase for secretary in 2022 budget
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners and the Board of Weiser Ambulance District will meet to discuss general business and claims. The agenda includes an executive session to consider personnel matters and communicate with legal counsel regarding pending or likely litigation.
- Executive session regarding personnel matters
- Executive session regarding communication with legal counsel on pending/imminently likely litigation
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold a general business meeting covering routine items like minutes, claims, and licenses, plus scheduled updates from county departments. They will also consider action items including a development agreement, a planning commission appointment, and code violations, and may enter executive sessions for personnel and legal matters.
- Courthouse carpet change order and towel dispenser purchase
- Development agreement and Planning and Zoning Commission appointment
- Code violation and code discussion
- Executive sessions for personnel matters and legal counsel communication
- Road and Bridge culvert and road bore applications
The Board approved $118,392.59 in general expense warrants, a $2,400 carpet change order, a culvert application, and appointed Jeri Soulier to the Planning and Zoning Commission. They also discussed but did not decide on a development agreement for Gentry Lane and code enforcement options.
- Approved $118,392.59 in general expense warrants (unanimous)
- Approved $2,400 change order to Floor Coverings International for Treasurer's Office carpet (unanimous)
- Approved culvert/approach application by Brendon Holzwarth on Pete Krieger Road (unanimous)
- Appointed Jeri Soulier to Planning and Zoning Commission (2-0-1, Chandler abstained)
- Approved paper towel dispenser change in county buildings (unanimous)
- Approved Weiser Ambulance District payroll Order No. 21-0016 for $23,621.87 (unanimous)
- Approved May 3, 2021 minutes as written
- Agreed to meet June 1 instead of June 7, 2021
Fair Board
The Washington County Fair Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, reviewing bills, and finalizing the 2021-2022 budget, which is due in May. They will also discuss and take action on the goat/sheep weigh-in, Hells Canyon Days update, and a possible one-time paving option. The meeting is largely procedural with several action items on old and new fair business.
- Finalize 2021-2022 budget due in May
- Review bills (action item)
- Goat/Sheep weigh-in (action item)
- Hells Canyon Days update (action item)
- Paving option: one-time increase
The Washington County Fair Board approved a budget increase of $15,000 to complete a paving project with County Road and Bridge in fall 2021. They also approved paying Harvey for 2021 Year Bars at the same rate as past years. Other items discussed included scheduling goat/sheep weigh-in and noting full RV parking for Hells Canyon Days.
- Approved minutes of previous meeting
- Approved payment to Harvey for 2021 Year Bars at same rate as past years
- Approved Treasurer's Report with $15,000 budget increase for paving project
- Adjourned meeting
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners Board of Weiser Ambulance District will hold a meeting on May 3, 2021, at the Washington County Courthouse. The agenda includes general business, claims, and a CEDA contract. The board will also enter an executive session to consider personnel matters and communicate with legal counsel regarding pending or imminently likely litigation.
- Consideration of a CEDA contract
- Review of claims
- Executive session for personnel matters under I.C. 74-206(1)(a) & (b)
- Executive session for legal counsel communication regarding litigation under I.C. 74-206(1)(f)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold a general business meeting covering routine items like liquor licenses and warrants, plus several action items including an entertainment ordinance approval, a contract with Floor Coverings International, and a public defense grant application. The board will also conduct executive sessions for personnel and legal matters, and hear from various officials and citizens on topics like a courthouse survey, planning and zoning decisions, and road applications.
- Entertainment Ordinance Approval
- Contract with Floor Coverings International
- Public Defense Grant Application
- Development Agreement and Code Discussion
- Special Use Decisions for Darren Lee and Alex Walker
The Board approved a $3,500 survey proposal from Stricker Surveying, a special use permit for Darren Lee's aggregate source on South Crane, and a special use permit for Alex Walker's temporary living quarters in an agricultural building. The Board also approved the 2022 Indigent Defense Financial Assistance Compliance Proposal and Application, and agreed to increase the speed limit on Larsen Road from 25 to 35 mph. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational or procedural.
- Approved Stricker Surveying proposal for $3,500 (unanimous)
- Approved Darren Lee Special Use Permit for aggregate source on South Crane (unanimous)
- Approved Alex Walker Special Use Permit for temporary living quarters (unanimous)
- Approved 2022 Indigent Defense Financial Assistance Compliance Proposal and Application (unanimous)
- Agreed to increase Larsen Road speed limit to 35 mph
- Approved Order No. 21-24 for Weiser Ambulance District general expenses of $2,730.96 (unanimous)
- Signed CEDA Grant Administration Contract (unanimous)
- Approved April 26, 2021 minutes as amended
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will hold a meeting to handle general business, claims, and action items. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters and legal counsel regarding pending or imminent litigation. The meeting is scheduled for June 1, 2021, at the Washington County Courthouse.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) to communicate with legal counsel on litigation
- General business and claims review for the Weiser Ambulance District
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of Weiser Ambulance District, will hold a meeting to handle general business, claims, a CEDA contract, and an executive session on personnel and legal matters. The agenda lists action items but no specific decisions or proposals are detailed.
- General business
- Claims
- CEDA contract
- Executive session on personnel matters (I.C. 74-206(1)(a) & (b))
- Executive session with legal counsel on pending litigation (I.C. 74-206(1)(f))
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting, addressing a mix of administrative items, public hearings, and discussions. Key actions include a decision on the Mark and Joan Calfee rezone, a public hearing on pending tax deed issues, and a discussion of a possible entertainment ordinance with the sheriff. The board will also consider contracts, bids, and other routine matters.
- Mark and Joan Calfee rezone decision
- Entertainment ordinance discussion with Sheriff Matt Thomas
- Public hearing on pending tax deed issues
- Bid opening for road and bridge projects
- Idaho Transportation Department agreement
The Board approved several contracts, including a $44,071 floor covering quote for the Courthouse, a $259,753 asphalt bid from Sunroc Corporation, and a $40,000 rock blasting quote from Subert Construction. They also approved a duplicate warrant for legal services, a noxious weed control agreement, and a polling place agreement. The Calfee rezone application was sent to the County Planning and Zoning Commission for further review, and the Board filed tax deeds on two parcels.
- Approved $44,071 floor covering quote for Courthouse
- Approved $259,753 asphalt bid from Sunroc Corporation
- Approved $40,000 rock blasting quote from Subert Construction
- Approved duplicate warrant of $1,380 to Alexa Crafts for legal services
- Approved noxious weed control agreement with Idaho Transportation Department
- Approved polling place agreement with Vendome Event Center
- Sent Calfee rezone application to Planning and Zoning Commission for review
- Filed tax deeds on two parcels (RPW0900002009A, RPW0900002010A)
Planning & Zoning
The Washington County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on special use requests from Darren Lee (Total Rock LLC and Soulen Livestock Co) and Alex Walker, followed by a question session with Gene Fisher and Debbie Moxley-Potter. The commission will also approve minutes and elect officers for the year. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.
- Public hearing: Darren Lee, Total Rock LLC and Soulen Livestock Co special use request
- Public hearing: Alex Walker special use request
- Gene Fisher & Debbie Moxley-Potter questions for P&Z Commission
- Annual election of officers of the Planning and Zoning Commission
- Approval of minutes (action item)
The Washington County Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of two special use permits: one for Darren Lee, Total Rock LLC, and Soulen Livestock Co. to operate a rock pit for rip-rap and aggregate, and another for Alex Walker to build a temporary second residence to care for his parents. The commission also discussed a request to transfer building rights, which was not approved due to code restrictions, and elected new officers for the 2021-22 year.
- Recommended approval of rock pit special use for Darren Lee, Total Rock LLC, and Soulen Livestock Co. (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of hardship special use for Alex Walker's second residence (unanimous)
- Elected Tim Wrightman as Chair and Connie-Roze Burr as Co-Chair for 2021-22
- Approved minutes of March 16, 2021 meeting
- Discussed but did not approve transfer of building rights for Gene & Niki Fisher
County Commissioner Board
The Board of Commissioners will address various administrative and departmental items. The agenda includes discussions regarding IT services, tax exemptions, and road and bridge applications.
- IT/Additional Service Hours with CompuNet action items
- Tax exemption action items from the Assessor
- Culvert and Road Bore Applications from Road and Bridge & Solid Waste
- Annual Review for Weiser Senior Center
- Planning and Zoning discussion
The Washington County Commissioners approved an additional $4,000 for CompuNet service hours, approved duplicate warrants, and approved the Weiser School District Armory as a polling place. The Board also agreed to send concerns about the Lancaster Rezone back to the Planning and Zoning Commission for further consideration. Property tax exemptions were approved for agricultural and charitable properties, including a full exemption for the Weiser Golf Association restaurant portion.
- Approved Weiser School District Armory as polling place for Weiser Valley Highway District Election
- Approved duplicate warrant to Kathleen Skow for $194.00
- Approved duplicate warrant to Nancy Lazaro for $11.00
- Approved additional $4,000 of service hours with CompuNet
- Approved minutes of April 12, 2021 as amended
- Approved Order No. 21-22 for general expenses in amount of $3,041.53 (Weiser Ambulance District)
- Approved full property tax exemption to Weiser Golf Association for restaurant portion
- Approved property tax exemptions for agricultural properties less than five acres and charitable/benevolent properties
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will meet to handle general business, claims, and website design and server purchases. They will also hold an executive session to discuss personnel matters and communicate with legal counsel about pending or likely litigation, followed by action items.
- Website design and server purchase
- Claims review
- Executive session for personnel matters (I.C. 74-206(1)(a) & (b))
- Executive session for legal counsel communication (I.C. 74-206(1)(f))
Weed Advisory Board
The board will review upcoming teacher workshops, summer weed tours, and biological control workshop dates. Members will also discuss by-law updates and the 2021 Neighborhood Project Schedule.
- Approval of minutes and claims
- Teacher Workshop/Summer Weed Tour planning
- By-Laws updates/changes
- Cooperator Appreciation Dinner 2022 planning
- 2020 Common Crupina & Yellow Star BLM Treatments report
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board approved paying the Hitt Mtn. 4-H group $400 to set up and take down the exhibit hall for the summer weed tour, and scheduled the Cooperator Appreciation Dinner for January 27, 2022, at the Vendome in Weiser. The board also finalized tour sites and discussed a summer biological workshop.
- Approved $400 payment to Hitt Mtn. 4-H for tour lunch setup (unanimous)
- Scheduled Cooperator Appreciation Dinner for Jan. 27, 2022
- Selected Vendome in Weiser for dinner venue
- Approved March 9, 2021 minutes as presented
- Finalized weed tour sites and presentations
- Moved forward with 2021 Neighborhood Project Schedule
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will meet to handle general business, claims, and action items. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters and communicate with legal counsel about pending or likely litigation. No other specific decisions or proposals are listed.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel communication on pending litigation
- General business and claims review
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting with action items including a final plat decision on the Crossley Subdivision and a rezone decision for Samuel and Stefanie Lancaster. The board will also conduct interviews for the Planning & Zoning Commission, consider personnel matters in executive session, and discuss broadband with local telephone companies.
- Crossley Subdivision final plat decision
- Samuel & Stefanie Lancaster rezone decision
- Planning & Zoning Commission applicant interviews
- Executive sessions for personnel and legal counsel
- Broadband discussion with Cambridge Telephone and Farmers Mutual Telephone
The Board unanimously voted to send the Samuel and Stefanie Lancaster rezone request back to the Planning and Zoning Commission for additional information, citing concerns about prime agricultural land, road access, and water quality/availability. The Board also approved the Crossley Subdivision final plat, various claims and permits, and appointed Ron Jaeger to the Planning and Zoning Commission. A citizen group raised concerns about the County Code's Subdivision Ordinance, which the Board acknowledged.
- Approved 2021 Arbor Day Proclamation (unanimous)
- Approved Idaho Liquor Catering Permit for G & B Enterprises Inc. (Slims) for April 23-24, 2021 (unanimous)
- Approved general expense warrants totaling $158,459.83 (unanimous)
- Approved social services expense warrants totaling $34.81 (unanimous)
- Approved $500.00 donation to Weiser High School Senior Class Celebration (unanimous)
- Approved Crossley Subdivision final plat on Mill Road, Cambridge (unanimous)
- Sent Lancaster rezone request back to Planning and Zoning Commission for additional information (unanimous)
- Appointed Ron Jaeger to a four-year term on Planning and Zoning Commission (2-0-1, Chandler abstained)
Fair Board
The Fair Board is meeting to discuss operational logistics for the upcoming fair, including contest rules and animal weigh-ins. The board will also review financial reports and a five-year plan.
- Parking lot paving project with Washington County Road and Bridge
- Ribbon order totaling $1,353.13
- Swine weigh-in scheduled for April 24
- Pre-budget information for 2021-2022
- Review of the 5-Year Plan
The Washington County Fair Board approved a motion to request a 3% budget increase from the county, while researching parking lot paving costs. They also approved spending $2,000 in memory of Freddie Gallant for four swing benches and two fans for the Sale Barn. The board accepted the minutes and treasurer's report, and discussed but did not vote on paving the fairgrounds parking lot as a cooperative project with the county.
- Approved minutes with attendance correction (motion passed)
- Approved Treasurer's Report (motion passed)
- Approved motion to request 3% budget increase for 2021-2022 (motion passed)
- Approved $2,000 memorial purchase: 4 swing benches and 2 fans for Sale Barn (motion passed)
- Discussed parking lot paving with county, no motion made
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners Board of Weiser Ambulance District is scheduled to meet on April 5, 2021, at the Washington County Courthouse. The agenda consists entirely of procedural and executive session items, with no public business, contracts, or specific decisions listed. The meeting will address personnel matters and communication with legal counsel regarding litigation.
- Executive session to consider personnel matters under I.C. 74-206(1)(a) & (b)
- Executive session to communicate with legal counsel regarding pending or imminently likely litigation under I.C. 74-206(1)(f)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting on April 5, 2021, addressing a range of action items including weed and rodent control agreements, planning and zoning decisions, and road and bridge purchases. The board will also enter executive sessions for legal and personnel matters. Several public hearings and decisions on rezonings and special use permits are scheduled.
- Approval of weed and rodent control spray agreement and cost share agreement
- Decisions on Crossley Subdivision Final Plat, Walker Rezone, Ader Special Use Permit, Lancaster Rezone, and Soulen Livestock Special Use Permit
- Road grader purchase and chip oil quote
- Extension of emergency declaration via Resolution No. 21-09
- Executive sessions for legal counsel and personnel matters
The Washington County Commissioners approved several items, including the Walker Rezone from A1 to A2, the Ader Special Use Permit for a second home, and the Soulen Livestock Special Use Permit for wind measurement devices. They also approved the purchase of a 2019 road grader and an excavator, accepted a chip seal oil quote, and approved various warrants and permits. The Board decided not to extend the Disaster Emergency Pandemic Declaration at this time.
- Approved the Walker Rezone Application from A1 to A2.
- Approved the Ader Special Use Permit for a second home.
- Approved the Soulen Livestock Company Special Use Permit for wind measurement devices.
- Approved the purchase of a 2019 140M3 All-Wheel Drive road grader for $134,226.00 after buy-back.
- Approved a demand warrant for $49,210.44 to Caterpillar Financial Services for an excavator.
- Approved the Application for Placement of Culverts/Approaches by OTR Construction on Weiser River Road.
- Approved the Application for Buried Cable or Pipe Line by Track Utilities for Michelle Smith at 1616 Crystal Lane, Weiser.
- Decided not to extend the Disaster Emergency Pandemic Declaration.
County Commissioner Board
The Weiser Ambulance District Board has no meeting scheduled for March 29, 2021. The next regular meeting is set for Monday, April 5, 2021. This agenda is purely procedural, with no items for discussion or decision.
- No meeting held on March 29, 2021
- Next regular meeting scheduled for April 5, 2021
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Board of Commissioners will not meet on March 29, 2021, as previously decided by unanimous motion on January 11, 2021, to skip the fifth Monday of the month. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 5, 2021. This agenda is procedural only, with no items for discussion or decision.
- No meeting held on March 29, 2021
- Next regular meeting: April 5, 2021
- Special accommodations contact: Clerk's office, 256 E. Court, Weiser ID, 414-2092
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will meet for general business, claims, and action items. The agenda includes an executive session to consider personnel matters and to communicate with legal counsel regarding pending or imminent litigation. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda text.
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) and (b) for personnel matters
- Executive session under I.C. 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel communication on litigation
- General business and claims review
- Action items
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will address road and bridge projects, including culvert applications, chip seal quotes, and a road grader purchase, plus a Pine Creek Bridge discussion. They will also consider proposed planning and zoning code changes, federal funding, and hold executive sessions for personnel and legal matters. The meeting includes routine items like liquor licenses and claims.
- Culvert and road bore applications
- Chip seal quotes and road grader purchase
- Correct error on motion and vote on proposed code changes
- Federal funding discussion
- Executive sessions for personnel and pending litigation
The Board voted 2-1 to withdraw the request for the Planning and Zoning Commission to review the proposed 39-page code changes as a single item, with plans to review the changes in sections. The Board also approved a liquor catering permit, claims totaling $138,157.18, a buried cable application, and the February treasurer's report. No decision was made on extending COVID-19 leave time, and the Board discussed the American Rescue Plan Act funding but took no action.
- Approved Idaho Liquor Catering Permit for Old Brunswick Club LLC for April 3, 2021 at 1526 Sunnyside Road, Weiser.
- Approved minutes of March 15, 2021 as amended.
- Authorized warrants totaling $138,157.18 for general expenses.
- Approved Operations in Funds/Statement of Treasurer's Cash for February 2021 in the amount of $13,015,868.42.
- Approved Application for Buried Cable or Pipe Line for Track Utilities LLC at 406 River Dock Road.
- Voted 2-1 to withdraw the request for Planning and Zoning to review proposed code changes as a single item; changes will be reviewed in sections.
- Approved Order No. 21-19 for general expenses in the amount of $2,878.22 for the Weiser Ambulance District.
- Decided not to extend COVID-19 leave time at this time.
Planning & Zoning
The Washington County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting with public hearings and action items on five requests: a final plat for the Crossley Subdivision, rezone requests by Michael H & Mary D Walker and Samuel & Stefanie Lancaster, and special use requests by Randy Ader and Preston Weigel on behalf of Soulen Livestock Co. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom.
- Crossley Subdivision final plat – public hearing (action item)
- Michael H & Mary D Walker rezone request – public hearing (action item)
- Randy Ader special use request – public hearing (action item)
- Samuel & Stefanie Lancaster rezone request – public hearing (action item)
- Preston Weigel on behalf of Soulen Livestock Co. special use request – public hearing (action item)
The Washington County Planning & Zoning Commission voted to send favorable recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners for four items: the Crossley Subdivision final plat (conditional on health department sign-off), the Michael H. Walker & Mary D Walker rezone (4-3, tie broken by chair), the Randy Ader special use for a tiny home (without foundation requirement, with removal condition), and the Samuel & Stefanie Lancaster rezone (6-0). The commission also recommended approval of the Soulen Special Use for wind measurement equipment (6-0). All recommendations are subject to final approval by the Board of County Commissioners.
- Approved favorable recommendation for Crossley Subdivision final plat, conditional on Southwest District Health sign-off (unanimous)
- Approved favorable recommendation for Walker rezone from A1 to A2 (4-3, chair broke tie)
- Approved favorable recommendation for Ader special use for tiny home without foundation, removal within 6 months after parents vacate (6-0)
- Approved favorable recommendation for Lancaster rezone of 120 acres into six 20-acre parcels (6-0)
- Approved favorable recommendation for Soulen special use for wind measurement towers and LiDAR (6-0)
County Commissioner Board
The Board voted 2-1 (Haines and Marvin in favor, Chandler against) to withdraw the previous Board's request that the Planning and Zoning Commission review 39 pages of proposed zoning code changes. Instead, the changes will be reviewed section by section, with public hearings to be held on each section. The Board also approved several routine items, including the Idaho State Department of Agriculture Cost Share Award Agreement, a demand warrant, the canvass of the Payette Joint School District election, and a $300,000 CDBG CARES grant application for a new ambulance.
- Withdrew request for Planning and Zoning to review 39-page code change packet (2-1, Marvin abstained then voted as tie-breaker)
- Approved Idaho State Department of Agriculture 2021 Cost Share Award Agreement (unanimous)
- Approved demand warrant to K-Hardware for $6.49 (unanimous)
- Denied Social Services Case No. 2021-5 (unanimous)
- Approved Canvass of Votes for March 9, 2021 Payette Joint School District Election (unanimous)
- Approved signing of Idaho Department of Commerce CDBG CARES grant application for $300,000 ambulance purchase (unanimous)
- Selected Clearwater Economic Development Association for grant administration services (unanimous)
- Approved ambulance district payroll order $24,694.03 and general expenses order $1,845.99 (unanimous)
Weed Advisory Board
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine approvals and plan several educational and outreach activities. Action items include approving minutes and claims, a noxious weed spring insert for tax assessments, and reviewing by-laws. The board will also discuss a teacher workshop, summer weed tour, and a 2022 appreciation dinner.
- Approve minutes and claims
- Final Noxious Weed Spring Insert for Tax Assessment
- By-Laws review process
- Draft 2021 Neighborhood Project Schedule
- Summer Biological Control Workshop
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board approved the 2021 spring tax assessment insert as presented, and voted to hold the Cooperator Appreciation Dinner in 2022. The board also directed staff to arrange a summer biological control workshop and discussed plans for the teacher workshop and weed tour, with final tour details to be set at the April meeting.
- Approved spring tax assessment insert (motion carried)
- Approved holding Cooperator Appreciation Dinner in 2022 (motion carried)
- Directed staff to set up summer biological control workshop
- Directed staff to order same catering menu as 2019 for teacher workshop/weed tour
- Agreed to use Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall in Cambridge for lunch, pending FFA availability
Rodent Board Meeting
The Board will review recent district expenditures and the bounty report. Members will also work to set a date for a 2021 trapping seminar and finalize details for landowner outreach via mailers.
- Review of Recent District Expenditures/Bounty Report
- Setting a date for the 2021 Trapping Seminar
- Education/Outreach mailer to all Rodent District Landowners
The Washington County Rodent District Board approved $50 BiMart gift cards for two trapping seminar presenters, decided to hold the seminar on March 27, 2021, and accepted financial and tail bounty reports. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes and set the next meeting for May 11, 2021.
- Approved $50 BiMart gift cards for Max Miller and Tony Hickey (unanimous)
- Set trapping seminar for March 27, 2021 at Bob Shirts, Lower Mann Creek Road
- Accepted expenditure and tail bounty reports (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of February 9, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
- Adjourned at 4:30 p.m. (unanimous)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting covering general business, including liquor licenses and claims, followed by scheduled presentations and action items. Key items include a real estate purchase contract with Weiser Memorial Hospital, a quote for jail door locks, and planning and zoning commission appointments. The board will also enter executive sessions for personnel and legal matters.
- Signing of Real Estate Purchase Contract with Weiser Memorial Hospital
- Quote on Door Locks for Jail
- Planning and Zoning Commission Member Appointments
- Culvert and Road Bore Applications
- Sign Purchase Quote for Road and Bridge
The board approved general expenses totaling $194,290.13, reappointed Lisa Horzen and Mindy Sands to the Planning and Zoning Commission, and approved a $15,615.17 jail locking system replacement. They also approved a real estate purchase contract with Weiser Memorial Hospital and a $7,182.73 road sign quote. Several items were discussed but not decided, including a potential command vehicle purchase and a letter to Ed Salvi regarding fence responsibility.
- Approved general expense warrants totaling $194,290.13
- Reappointed Lisa Horzen and Mindy Sands to Planning and Zoning Commission (4-year term)
- Approved Weiser Ambulance District Order No. 21-17 for $9,507.00
- Approved Real Estate Purchase Contract with Weiser Memorial Hospital
- Accepted Asset Protection quote for jail locking system replacement ($15,615.17)
- Approved Newman Signs quote for road signs ($7,182.73)
County Commissioner Board
The Board of Washington County Commissioners and the Weiser Ambulance District will conduct general business and process claims. The agenda also includes an executive session to consider personnel matters.
- Processing of applications
- Review of claims
- Executive session regarding personnel matters
Fair Board
The Fair Board is meeting to review the 2020 Fair Book and livestock superintendent job descriptions. Members will vote on fair contracts and discuss a 5-year maintenance plan for fairgrounds infrastructure.
- Review and vote on contracts for ShoWorks, Janitorial, Hall Superintendent, Night Watchman, and Hall Monitor
- Review of 5-year maintenance plan including hog barn roof, asphalt, and fan upgrades
- Review of 2020 Fair Book livestock section and schedule
- Review of Livestock Superintendent job descriptions
- Theme contest selection
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of Weiser Ambulance District, will meet to handle general business, claims, and the signing of a real estate purchase contract. The board will also enter executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) and (b) to consider personnel matters, followed by action items.
- Signing of real estate purchase contract
- General business and claims review
- Executive session for personnel matters under I.C. 74-206(1)(a) & (b)
- Action items following executive session
County Commissioner Board
The Board will address various administrative items including weed department purchases and road applications. The agenda also includes an executive session with the Prosecuting Attorney regarding personnel and litigation.
- UTV purchase for Weed Department and Rodent Control
- Culvert and road bore applications from Road and Bridge & Solid Waste
- Executive session with Prosecuting Attorney regarding personnel and pending litigation
- Range permittee update from Forest Service
- Fair Board member appointment
The Board approved the purchase of a 2021 John Deere Gator from Campbell's Tractor for $12,160 after trade-in, approved the re-appointment of three Fair Board members, and approved the January 2021 Treasurer's cash statement of $13,503,508.49. The Board also approved vacation time carry-overs for the Weed Superintendent and a Treasurer's office employee, and approved two ambulance district expense orders totaling $27,588.65.
- Approved purchase of 2021 John Deere Gator XUV835M from Campbell's Tractor for $12,160 after trade-in
- Approved re-appointment of Jeff Springer, Jon Mills, and Justin Mink to Fair Board for two years
- Approved January 2021 Operations in Funds/Statement of Treasurer's Cash for $13,503,508.49
- Approved carry-over of 58.5 vacation hours for Weed Superintendent Bonnie Davis
- Approved carry-over of two vacation days for a Treasurer's office employee
- Approved Ambulance District Order No. 21-16 for general expenses of $1,400
- Approved Ambulance District Order No. 21-0011 for payroll expenses of $26,188.65
- Approved polling place agreements with Riverside Baptist Church, Weiser School District Armory, and Weiser Christian Church
County Commissioner Board
The meeting includes business for the Washington County Commissioners and the Weiser Ambulance District. The agenda covers general business, claims, and an executive session regarding personnel matters.
- Executive session to consider personnel matters
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold a general business meeting covering routine items like minutes, liquor licenses, and claims, followed by discussions on an assembly ordinance, road and bridge projects, and a property acquisition for Weiser Memorial Hospital. Executive sessions are scheduled for personnel and legal matters.
- Assembly Ordinance Discussion at 9:00 a.m.
- Road and Bridge & Solid Waste/Culvert and Road Bore Applications with Jerod Odoms
- Executive sessions for personnel and legal counsel regarding litigation
- Ambulance District discussion at 10:30 a.m.
- David Belford, Weiser Memorial Hospital/Property Acquisition at 11:00 a.m.
The board approved a one-year elevator service contract with Northwest Elevator Inc. and authorized general expense warrants. They discussed a draft assembly ordinance for events over 400 people, road plowing complaints, and no-spray agreements. The meeting included an executive session on personnel matters.
- Approved general expense warrants totaling $75,092.76 (motion carried)
- Approved one-year contract with Northwest Elevator Inc. for elevator service (motion carried)
- Approved Weiser Ambulance District Order No. 21-15 for $8,614.92 (motion carried)
- Voided ambulance billings for run numbers 20-1136 and 21-0147 (motion carried)
- Entered executive session to consider hiring/evaluation of personnel (unanimous)
- Recessed as county board and convened as Weiser Ambulance District board (unanimous)
Planning & Zoning
The Washington County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and continue discussion on proposed code changes and current issues. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.
- Approval of minutes (action item)
- Further discussion on proposed code changes and current issues
The Washington County Planning & Zoning Commission confirmed its prior 9-0 decision to leave the original parcel provision in the A1 zone code unchanged, with no new action taken. Members discussed growth management options, including impact areas and a potential new zone, and agreed to schedule future hearings on city impact area code sections for Midvale and Cambridge. The commission also noted the need for regulations on tiny homes, as current code does not address them.
- Approved minutes of Oct 20, 2020 and Jan 19, 2021 meetings (unanimous)
- Confirmed prior 9-0 vote to keep original parcel code as is in A1 zone
- Agreed to schedule hearings on code sections 4-2-1 thru 4-2-7 (Midvale) and 4-3-1 thru 4-3-7 (Cambridge) for city impact areas
- Discussed need for tiny home regulations; no formal action taken
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will meet to handle general business, claims, and an Idaho Community Development Block Grant. They will also consider Fair Housing Resolution #21-07 and hold an executive session to discuss personnel matters, followed by action items.
- Weiser Ambulance District general business and claims
- Idaho Community Development Block Grant discussion
- Fair Housing Resolution #21-07 consideration
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- Action items following executive session
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting covering routine business, department updates, and several action items. They will consider a proposed letter to Congressman Simpson regarding dam removal, a sheriff's entertainment assembly ordinance, tax cancellations, and road and solid waste purchases. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.
- Proposed letter to Congressman Simpson on removal of dams
- Sheriff's Entertainment Assembly Ordinance discussion
- Board of Equalization/Tax Cancellation action items
- Road and Bridge & Solid Waste: culvert and road bore applications, surplus equipment purchase
- Elevator maintenance agreement under general business
The board approved a retail liquor license for Gateway Store & Café, cancelled a $558.11 property tax error, and approved ambulance district hires and expenses. They also discussed but did not finalize changes to the entertainment assembly ordinance, including permit fees and insurance requirements for the Weiser River Music Festival.
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 30 for Gateway Store & Café (unanimous)
- Approved two office supply warrants totaling $920.10 to Columbia Bank (unanimous)
- Approved February 8, 2021 minutes as written (unanimous)
- Cancelled $558.11 tax on Parcel RPW1940000004A due to square footage error (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of Kawasaki Mule from Idaho Surplus for Solid Waste (unanimous)
- Approved culvert/approach application for Shawn and Rachael Kidd property on South Crane Creek (unanimous)
- Approved Ambulance District Order No. 21-14 ($3,028.47) and Order No. 21-0010 ($25,378.39) (unanimous)
- Approved hire of Steve Babb as part-time ambulance driver (unanimous)
Fair Board
The Fair Board is meeting to discuss the 2021 schedule of events and livestock superintendent job descriptions. The body will decide on the election of officers and the renewal of maintenance and secretary/treasurer contracts.
- Election of officers
- Renewal of Secretary/Treasurer and Maintenance contracts
- Review of 5-Year Maintenance Plan
- Confirmation of annual contracts and mileage rates
- Discussion of Goat Classes and 2021 Yearbook
Weed Advisory Board
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board is meeting to reorganize leadership, approve minutes and claims, and take action on the 2021 cost share request. They will also discuss a spring tax assessment insert, a teacher workshop, and the summer weed tour, including speakers, sites, and caterer. The agenda includes routine administrative items and planning for upcoming educational events.
- Board approval of 2021 cost share request
- Re-organize board, elect chair, appoint recording secretary
- Approve claims
- Teacher workshop and summer weed tour planning
- Spring newsletter and tax assessment insert discussion
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board approved the Sifting Committee's recommended 2021 cost-share projects, which will be submitted to the ISDA. The board also reorganized, keeping Harmon Horton as chair, and approved paying $60 for janitorial service at the upcoming recertification seminar. Several items, including bylaw updates and newsletter content, were discussed for future meetings.
- Approved 2021 cost-share project list as recommended by Sifting Committee (unanimous)
- Re-elected Harmon Horton as chair (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of November 10, 2020 (unanimous)
- Approved $60 janitorial service for recertification seminar (unanimous)
Rodent Board Meeting
The Washington County Rodent District board will review recent expenditures and the bounty report, set the date and details for the 2021 trapping seminar, and discuss an education/outreach mailer to all district landowners. The meeting is largely routine administrative business with action items on scheduling and outreach.
- Review of recent district expenditures and bounty report
- Set date, location, time, prizes, and presenters for 2021 trapping seminar
- Discuss sending mailer to all Rodent District landowners
- Next meeting scheduled for March 9, 2021 at 4:00 p.m.
The Washington County Rodent District Board approved the district expenditure and tail bounty reports, showing a cash balance of $36,130.84 and $3,996.25 spent on tail bounties. They also scheduled a trapping seminar for March 27, 2021, and discussed updating the gopher informational cards. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved district expenditure and tail bounty reports (unanimous)
- Scheduled trapping seminar for March 27, 2021 at Bob Shirts' Lower Mann Creek Road
- Directed Bonnie to finalize and send updated gopher informational cards to printer
County Commissioner Board
The meeting includes discussions regarding the Weiser Ambulance District and Clearwater Economic Development Association. The agenda also covers general business, claims, and a professional services contract.
- Weiser Ambulance District business
- Clearwater Economic Development Association business
- Professional services contract review
- Executive session regarding personnel matters
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners are holding a regular meeting to address general business items and receive updates from various county departments, including juvenile probation, planning and zoning, emergency management, and social services. The board will also hold executive sessions to discuss exempt records, personnel matters, and pending litigation, and will consider action items such as a secure entrance project and road and bridge guidelines.
- Executive sessions under Idaho Code for exempt records (Case #2021-04), personnel, and legal counsel
- Secure entrance project with Dion Zimmerman
- Final approval of Road & Bridge/Solid Waste Guidelines and Procedures
- Elevator maintenance agreement under general business
- Liquor licenses and catering permits under general business
The Board approved shifting deed searches for building permits to title companies or property owners, effective immediately, while Planning and Zoning retains final determination on building splits. It also approved a $157,569.76 general expense warrant, a $93.84 reimbursement to Commissioner Haines, and a $8,090.82 ambulance district order. The Board authorized a contract with Clearwater Economic Development Association for CDBG-CV CARES grant writing to fund a new ambulance, and approved a $1,948 security camera system for the ambulance district. A medical indigency case (No. 2021-04) was denied because the applicant was approved for Medicaid and failed to cooperate.
- Approved $157,569.76 in general expense warrants
- Approved $93.84 cell phone/mileage reimbursement to Commissioner Haines
- Approved shifting deed searches to title companies/property owners (effective Feb 8, 2021)
- Denied medical indigency Case No. 2021-04
- Approved $8,090.82 ambulance district general expenses (Order 21-13)
- Approved $1,948 security camera system for ambulance district
- Approved contract with Clearwater Economic Development Association for CDBG grant writing
- Approved amended Design West contract for courthouse secure entrance
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will meet to handle general business, review and approve claims and grants, and hold an executive session to consider personnel matters. Action items will be addressed following the closed session.
- Review and approval of claims
- Grant review and approval
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- General business and action items
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting covering general business, department updates, and several action items. They will discuss personnel matters and pending litigation in executive session, review audits for the county and ambulance district, and consider road and bridge applications and guidelines. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.
- Executive session for personnel matters and legal counsel communication
- Audit review of the Ambulance District and county audit review
- Road and Bridge: culvert and road bore applications, guidelines discussion, engineering on Unity Bridge, demand warrant
- Jail inspection
- Weed Department and Rodent Control update
The board approved a $8,890 server upgrade for the courthouse, adopted new standards and procedures for the Road and Bridge and Solid Waste departments, and approved culvert/approach placement for a property on Weiser River Road. They also approved advertising for engineering work on Unity Bridge and approved a demand warrant for vehicle repairs. The board went into executive session twice to discuss legal matters and personnel.
- Approved $8,890 server upgrade for courthouse (unanimous)
- Adopted Road and Bridge Department Standards and Procedures (unanimous)
- Adopted Solid Waste Department Standards and Procedures (unanimous)
- Approved culvert/approach application for Dennis Townsend on Weiser River Road (unanimous)
- Approved advertising for engineering for Unity Bridge (unanimous)
- Approved $1,442.40 demand warrant to Valor Industries for backhoe trailer repairs (unanimous)
- Approved Order No. 21-12 for general expenses of $9,247.01 (unanimous)
- Approved Order No. 21-9 for payroll expenses of $25,670.25 (unanimous)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners Board of Weiser Ambulance District is scheduled to meet on January 25, 2021, at 10:30 a.m. at the Washington County Courthouse. The agenda lists a general business session and an executive session to consider personnel matters under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) & (b). No specific decisions, dollar amounts, or project details are provided in the agenda text.
- Executive session to consider personnel matters under I.C. 74-206(1)(a) & (b)
County Commissioner Board
The board approved a social services assignment, the ballot order for the Payette Joint School District supplemental levy election, a retail liquor license for Homestead Café, and a $75 postage warrant. It also authorized warrants for general and social services expenses, approved the treasurer's cash statements, and allowed the sheriff to seek bids for jail plumbing. A discussion about an alleged airstrip on agricultural land resulted in the owner being directed to apply for a special use permit.
- Approved Social Services Assignment for Catastrophic Health Care Program Case W-2021-00006
- Approved ballot order for Payette Joint School District March 2021 Supplemental Levy Election
- Appointed Lyndon Haines and Keri Smith to Southwest District Board of Health
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 29 for Homestead Café, LLC at 813 State Street, Weiser
- Approved demand warrant of $75.00 for postage
- Authorized warrants totaling $122,396.71 for general expenses and $1,047.96 for social services
- Approved Operations in Funds/Statement of Treasurer's Cash for December 2020 and Q4 2020 at $10,197,491.32
- Allowed Sheriff to submit request for bids on jail plumbing project
County Commissioner Board
The meeting includes discussions on general business, claims, and the approval of a billing policy. The Board of Weiser Ambulance District will also hold an executive session regarding personnel matters.
- Approval of Billing Policy
- Executive Session to consider personnel matters
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold a general business meeting covering routine items like the pledge, mail, minutes, and liquor licenses, plus Resolution 21-06 on unfunded mandates and an agreement with Idaho Parks & Recreation. They will hear from department heads on weed and rodent control, the Extension Office, IT equipment purchases, the Board of Equalization, the prosecutor (including a closed session on personnel and legal matters), the ambulance district, planning and zoning, the sheriff, and road and bridge projects. Action items will be handled throughout the day as time allows.
- Resolution 21-06 on unfunded mandates
- Agreement between Idaho Department of Parks & Recreation and Washington County
- IT equipment purchases with Robert Peterson
- Executive session for personnel and legal counsel (I.C. 74-206)
- Culvert and road bore applications with Jerod Odoms
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will meet to conduct general business, approve claims and direct deposits, update bank authorizations, and authorize contacts with Systems Design West. They will also consider billing policy approval, an ambulance lease payment, and hold an executive session for personnel matters under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) and (b). Action items will follow.
- Approval of claims and direct deposits
- Update of bank authorization
- Authorization of contacts with Systems Design West
- Billing policy approval
- Ambulance lease payment
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners meet to handle general business, including oaths of office, board designation, and routine approvals. They will also hear updates from emergency management, juvenile probation, the prosecuting attorney, road and bridge, social services, and Weiser Memorial Hospital, and hold executive sessions for personnel, legal, and exempt records matters.
- Oath of Office and Board Chairman nomination
- Executive sessions for personnel, litigation, and exempt records (I.C. 74-206)
- Update on Weiser Memorial Hospital construction/remodel plans
- Road and Bridge & Solid Waste culvert and road bore applications
- Family First Coronavirus Act Extension discussion
The Board approved routine financial items including a $121,610.13 general expense warrant and a $26,359.06 ambulance district order. They also extended Families First Coronavirus Act benefits through March 31, 2021, approved a transmission rebuild for a county pickup, and voted to draft a resolution on unfunded mandates. Newly elected officials were sworn in, and Nate Marvin was nominated as Chairman.
- Approved $121,610.13 in general expense warrants
- Approved $26,359.06 ambulance district Order No. 21-11
- Extended Families First Coronavirus Act benefits to March 31, 2021
- Approved ~$2,900 transmission rebuild for county pickup
- Drafted resolution on unfunded mandates
- Approved culvert placement for Laverne Warfield at 2970 Legg Lane, Cambridge
- Denied county assistance on Case No. 2020-19
- Nominated Nate Marvin as Board Chairman (2-0-1 abstention)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of Weiser Ambulance District, are meeting for general business, claims, and an executive session to consider personnel matters under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) and (b). Action items will be addressed. The agenda is otherwise minimal and procedural.
- Executive session under I.C. 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
- General business and claims review
- Action items
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold a general business meeting covering routine administrative items, a planning and zoning hold harmless letter, elected official matters, a possible executive session on personnel and litigation, ambulance district business, and road and bridge culvert/bore applications. The agenda is largely procedural with action items spread throughout the day.
- Resolution 21-05 setting mileage rate
- Planning and Zoning hold harmless letter with Bonnie Brent
- Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a), (b), (f) for personnel and legal counsel
- Road and Bridge culvert and road bore applications with Jerod Odoms
- Liquor licenses, catering permits, and duplicate warrants under general business