Washington County public meetings in 2025

County Commissioner Board

There is no commissioner meeting scheduled for this date. Per a May 23, 2021 motion, the board does not meet on the fifth Monday of the month.

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will address a range of items, beginning with general business items such as residency certificates and liquor licenses. They will review road and bridge culvert applications and hear a planning and zoning update that includes a discussion with Steel National and Fairchild Farms. An ambulance district discussion will be held, followed by an executive session covering personnel matters, real‑property negotiations, and pending litigation.

• General business items: residency certificates, liquor licenses, catering permits, demand warrants, health board appointments, weed and rodent board appointments, veteran service officer representative.
• Road and Bridge & Solid Waste: review of culvert and road bore applications and annual road and street financial report.
• Planning & Zoning update: discussion with Steel National and Fairchild Farms, LLC.
• Ambulance district discussion.
• Executive Session I.C. 74‑206(1)(a)&(b): personnel matters; I.C. 74‑206(1)(c): real‑property negotiations; I.C. 74‑206(1)(f): pending litigation.

The Commissioners approved the November 2025 Operation in Funds/Statement of Treasurer’s Cash for $14,495,297.45. They also approved several reappointments, a demand warrant for veteran mileage, multiple retail alcoholic beverage licenses, and authorized general expense warrants. Additional approvals included the annual road and street financial report and payroll expenses for the Ambulance District.

• Approved Operation in Funds/Statement of Treasurer’s Cash $14,495,297.45 (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant $135.80 to Ron Handel for veteran mileage reimbursement (motion carried)
• Re‑appointed Troy Mock to the Rodent District Board (motion carried)
• Re‑appointed Calvin Hickey, Harmon Horton, Jerry Lunsford, Isaac Ward, Tom Yankey to the Noxious Weed Advisory Board (motion carried); amendment removed Isaac Ward (motion carried)
• Appointed Kirk Wille as Gem County representative to Southwest District Board of Health (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 32 for Dirty Burger, LLC (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 33 for MC Idaho, Inc. (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 34 for G & B Enterprises, Inc. (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will review the cash‑flow update and discuss the FY 2026 budget shortfall. They will consider personnel matters and communicate with legal counsel about pending or likely litigation in an executive session. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Cash flow review and FY 2026 shortfall discussion
• General business and claims updates
• Consider personnel matters under IC 74‑206(1)(a) & (b)
• Communicate with legal counsel regarding pending or likely litigation under IC 74‑206(1)(f)

The commissioners approved the November 2025 operating fund statement of $14,495,297.45 and authorized financial warrants totaling $108,736.13. They re‑appointed members to the Rodent District Board and the Noxious Weed Advisory Board, and appointed Kirk Wille as Gem County’s representative to the Southwest District Board of Health. The board also approved three retail alcoholic beverage licenses, a mileage reimbursement warrant for veteran services, and a payroll expense order for the Weiser Ambulance District.

• Approved $14,495,297.45 operating funds (motion carried)
• Authorized $79,928.66 auditor warrants for general expenses (unanimous)
• Approved $28,671.67 payroll expense order for Ambulance District (unanimous)
• Approved $135.80 mileage reimbursement demand warrant to Ron Handel (motion carried)
• Re‑appointed Troy Mock to Rodent District Board (motion carried)
• Re‑appointed members to Noxious Weed Advisory Board, then removed Isaac Ward (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage Licenses No. 32, 33, and 34 (motion carried)
• Appointed Kirk Wille as Gem County representative to Southwest District Board of Health (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commission will review a range of items, including a generator maintenance service agreement, several road and bridge applications, and updates to county zoning code. Commissioners will consider the City of Cambridge Area of City Impact Ordinance and related effective dates. An executive session will address personnel matters and pending litigation. The meeting ends with a public hearing on proposed fee increases for road & bridge and solid waste services.

• Generator Maintenance Service Agreement
• City of Cambridge Area of City Impact Ordinance and effective date
• Rock Pit Fee discussion
• Cove Road Bridge Change Order #2
• Public hearing on Road & Bridge and Solid Waste fee increases

The commissioners approved three ordinances that redefine the city impact‑area boundaries for Midvale (Ordinance 101), Weiser (Ordinance 100) and Cambridge (Ordinance 99). They also approved a $21,572 purchase of Ballot‑on‑Demand printers (with $18,658.15 funded by a HAVA grant) and a $2,585 generator service contract with Power Systems West. A change order for the Cove Road Bridge costing $8,625 was approved, and the county purchased solid tires for the loader from Commercial Tire for $25,115.72. Four retail alcoholic beverage licenses (Nos. 28‑31) were granted.

• Approved Ordinance 101 establishing Midvale impact‑area boundary (motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance 100 establishing Weiser impact‑area boundary (motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance 99 establishing Cambridge impact‑area boundary (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of Ballot‑on‑Demand printers for $21,572 (HAVA grant $18,658.15) (motion carried)
• Approved generator maintenance agreement with Power Systems West for $2,585 (motion carried)
• Approved Change Order #2 for Cove Road Bridge for $8,625 (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of solid tires from Commercial Tire for $25,115.72 (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage Licenses No. 28, 29, 30, 31 (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Weiser Ambulance District Board will meet to discuss general business, claims, and an updated cash flow review. The agenda includes a discussion on the FY 2026 shortfall and an executive session to consider personnel matters and communicate with legal counsel regarding litigation.

• General business and claims review
• FY 2026 Shortfall Discussion
• Executive session for personnel matters
• Executive session to communicate with legal counsel regarding litigation

The board approved a $2,585 generator maintenance agreement, a $21,572 ballot‑printer purchase funded partly by an $18,658.15 HAVA grant, and an $8,625 change order for the Cove Road Bridge. It also adopted impact‑area ordinances for Midvale, Weiser and Cambridge, redefining city boundaries for future growth. Additional actions included approving a $1,500 planning‑zoning credit card, a $25,115.72 tire purchase from Commercial Tire, and four retail alcoholic‑beverage licenses.

• Approved $2,585 generator maintenance agreement with Power Systems West (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of Ballot on Demand printers for $21,572 with $18,658.15 grant funding (motion carried)
• Approved Change Order #2 for Cove Road Bridge for $8,625 (motion carried)
• Approved credit card for Planning and Zoning with $1,500 limit (motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance 101 establishing Midvale impact area boundary (motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance 100 establishing Weiser impact area boundary (motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance 99 establishing Cambridge impact area boundary (motion carried)
• Approved Commercial Tire purchase of solid tires for loader for $25,115.72 (motion carried)

Weed Advisory Board

The Washington County Weed Advisory Board will consider several routine items, including approval of the previous meeting minutes and claims. They will discuss a recertification seminar scheduled for February 19, 2026, and details for a Cooperator Appreciation Dinner. The board will also decide on the theme for the 2026 poster contest.

• Approve minutes from the prior meeting
• Approve claims as listed
• Recertification Seminar scheduled for February 19, 2026
• Cooperator Appreciation Dinner – details to be set
• Select theme for the 2026 poster contest

The board approved the minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting. It approved a motion for Bonnie to arrange presentations that qualify for ISDA credits. It adopted "Noxious Weeds Hitch a Ride" as the 2026 poster contest theme. The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m.

• Approved November 18, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carries)
• Approved Bonnie to arrange ISDA‑credit‑eligible presentations (motion carries)
• Approved "Noxious Weeds Hitch a Ride" as 2026 poster contest theme (motion carries)

County Commissioner Board

The Weiser Ambulance District Board of Directors has cancelled its scheduled meeting for December 8, 2025. The next regular meeting is set for December 15, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for December 15, 2025

The commissioners approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage Licenses No. 25, 26 and 27 for Fast and Easy, Las Esmeraldas and Cook Shack on 7 th. They also approved demand warrants for Mountain View ($946.64) and Zions Bank ($1,625.61), a Passthrough Fund agreement for $44,288, and auditor‑issued warrants totaling $84,803.07 for general expenses. The board voted to post the open building inspector position internally, on the county website and in the newspaper.

• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 25 for Campo and Poole Distributing, LLC d/b/a Fast and Easy (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 26 for Las Esmeraldas, Weiser, LLC d/b/a Las Esmeraldas (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 27 for Cook Shack on 7 th, LLC d/b/a Cook Shack on 7 th (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant payable to Mountain View, Meridian for $946.64 (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant payable to Zions Bank for $1,625.61 for IT credit‑card payments (motion carried)
• Approved Passthrough Fund Recipient Agreement for $44,288.00 (motion carried)
• Authorized auditor to issue warrants totaling $84,803.07 for general expenses (unanimous motion carried)
• Approved posting of the building inspector position internally, on the county website and in the newspaper (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will hold public hearings on the City of Weiser and City of Midvale area of city impact, with action items to be considered. The board will also receive a Planning & Zoning update from Bridget Felmley and a Forest Service update from Paul Klasner. An executive session will address personnel matters, real‑property negotiations, and pending litigation under I.C. 74‑206. General business items will be addressed throughout the day as time allows.

• Public Hearing – City of Weiser, Area of City Impact (Action Items)
• Public Hearing – City of Midvale, Area of City Impact (Action Items)
• Planning & Zoning Update by Bridget Felmley
• Forest Service Update by Paul Klasner
• Executive Session on personnel matters, real‑property negotiations, and pending litigation (I.C. 74‑206)

The commissioners approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage Licenses No. 25, 26 and 27 for businesses in Weiser. They also authorized multiple demand warrants totaling $2,572.25 and a $44,288 Passthrough Fund agreement. The Board approved posting the open building‑inspector position and authorized $84,803.07 in general‑expense warrants. An executive session was held but produced no final action.

• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 25 for Campo and Poole Distributing, LLC (Fast and Easy) – motion carried
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 26 for Las Esmeraldas, LLC – motion carried
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 27 for Cook Shack on 7th, LLC – motion carried
• Approved demand warrant $946.64 payable to Mountain View, Meridian – motion carried
• Approved demand warrant $1,625.61 payable to Zions Bank for IT department – motion carried
• Approved Passthrough Fund Recipient Agreement for $44,288 – motion carried
• Authorized auditor to issue warrants totaling $84,803.07 for general expenses – unanimous motion carried
• Approved posting the building‑inspector vacancy internally, on the website and in the newspaper – motion carried

County Commissioner Board

The Weiser Ambulance District Board will meet to discuss a FY 2026 funding shortfall and funding opportunities. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel matters and legal counsel communication.

• FY 2026 Funding Shortfall discussion
• Executive session for personnel matters
• Executive session for legal counsel communication

The Commissioners approved four retail alcoholic beverage license applications and two demand warrants for county payments. They also authorized the chair to sign a $100,000 rural highway grant for the Cove Road Bridge project and created a small working group to draft a Remote Work Policy. Minutes from the November 24 meeting were approved and the agenda for December 8 was discussed.

• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License Application No. 21 for Gateway Adventures, LLC d/b/a The Saddle Rack (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License Application No. 23 for The Office Bar, LLC d/b/a The Office Bar (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License Application No. 22 for DG Retail, LLC d/b/a Dollar General Store #23480 (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License Application No. 24 for Coronas Catering, LLC d/b/a La Familia Mexican Restaurant (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant $7,163.42 payable to Computer Arts/Harris (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant $1,350.76 payable to Idaho Association of Counties Unemployment Fund (motion carried)
• Approved chair’s signature on the $100,000 Local Rural Highway Investment Program grant for the Cove Road Bridge asphalt work (motion carried)
• Approved formation of a small working group to draft a Remote Work Policy (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will meet to discuss county business, including a remote work policy and a pathology agreement. The board will decide on code changes regarding Planning & Zoning Commission membership and hold an executive session for personnel and real property matters.

• Decision on Washington County Code changes to 1-7-2 regarding Planning & Zoning Commission membership
• Discussion of Remote Work Policy
• LRHIP Grant Application
• Public Auction of County Surplus Property at 915 US Hwy 95
• Juvenile Justice Annual Financial Report

The commissioners approved a $100,000 Local Rural Highway Investment Program grant to fund asphalt work on the Cove Road Bridge approach. They also approved four retail alcoholic beverage licenses, two demand warrants, a pathology services agreement, and created a working group to draft a remote‑work policy. Additional approvals included an $8,485.33 ambulance district expense order.

• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License Application No. 21 for Gateway Adventures, LLC (The Saddle Rack) (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License Application No. 23 for The Office Bar, LLC (The Office Bar) (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant for $7,163.42 payable to Computer Arts/Harris (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant for $1,350.76 payable to Idaho Association of Counties Unemployment Fund (motion carried)
• Approved $100,000 LRHIP grant for asphalt on the Cove Road Bridge approach (chairman signed, motion carried)
• Approved formation of a small working group to draft a Remote Work Policy (motion carried)
• Approved Order No. 26-9 for $8,485.33 general expenses for the Weiser Ambulance District (motion carried)
• Approved the Agreement for Pathology Services between Washington County and Ada County (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding code changes to section 1-7-2 concerning Planning & Zoning Commission membership. The board will also discuss Areas of City Impact with the cities of Midvale and Weiser. An executive session is scheduled to address personnel, real property, and legal litigation.

• Public hearing on Washington County Code changes to 1-7-2 regarding Planning & Zoning Commission Membership
• Area of City Impact discussion with the City of Midvale
• Area of City Impact discussion with the City of Weiser
• Review of surplus property lists from Road and Bridge & Solid Waste and the Sheriff
• Quote for Canon TM-360 MFP With Scanner

The commissioners approved a demand warrant for $343.24 to Wex Bank and another for $236.19 to Home Depot. They also approved the October 2025 operation in funds totaling $16,761,703.07 and a lease for a Canon scanner costing $11,540.17. Retail Alcoholic Beverage Licenses Nos. 11‑20 were all approved, and a 2018 Dodge pickup was surplus to the City of Midvale. The board authorized $27,226.06 for ambulance district payroll and an $11,500 Greaves Consulting contract pending legal review.

• Approved demand warrant $343.24 payable to Wex Bank (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant $236.19 payable to Home Depot (motion carried)
• Approved October 2025 operation in funds $16,761,703.07 (motion carried)
• Approved lease for Canon TM-350 MFP Scanner $11,540.17 (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage Licenses Nos. 11‑20 (motion carried)
• Approved surplus of 2018 Dodge pickup to City of Midvale (motion carried)
• Approved ambulance district payroll Order No. 26‑8 $27,226.06 (motion carried)
• Approved Greaves Consulting Contract $11,500 pending legal counsel (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will review claims and a credit‑card statement, examine the Greaves Consulting contract, and discuss the FY 2026 funding shortfall and funding opportunities for the Weiser Ambulance District. An executive session will be held to consider personnel matters and to communicate with legal counsel about pending or likely litigation. The meeting will be streamed via Zoom for public access.

• Claims review
• Credit‑card statement review
• Greaves Consulting contract review
• FY 2026 funding shortfall discussion
• Executive session on personnel matters and pending litigation

The Board approved the October 2025 Operation in Funds for $16,761,703.07, several small demand warrants, a lease for a Canon scanner, and transferred a surplus 2018 Dodge pickup to the City of Midvale. It also approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage Licenses Nos. 11‑20, ambulance district payroll expenses, and a consulting contract pending legal review.

• Approved October 2025 Operation in Funds of $16,761,703.07 (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant $343.24 payable to Wex Bank (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant $236.19 payable to Home Depot (motion carried)
• Approved lease with Allied Business Solutions for Canon scanner $11,540.17 (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage Licenses Nos. 11‑20 (motion carried)
• Approved surplus 2018 Dodge pickup transfer to City of Midvale (motion carried)
• Approved Ambulance District Order No. 26‑8 payroll expense $27,226.06 (motion carried)
• Approved Greaves Consulting Contract $11,500 pending legal counsel approval (motion carried)

Rodent Board Meeting

The Washington County Rodent District Board will elect officers for 2026, approve the 2024 annual meeting minutes, review the 2025 fiscal year budget expenditure report, and consider the 2025 final tail bounty report. All four items are listed as action items, indicating the board will vote on them. The agenda also includes a notice for persons needing special accommodations to contact the Rodent Department.

• Election of 2026 District Officers (action item)
• Review and approve 2024 Annual Meeting Minutes (action item)
• Review 2025 Fiscal Year Budget Expenditure Report (action item)
• 2025 Final Tail Bounty Report (action item)
• Notice for special accommodation requests (contact Rodent Dept., 414-1950, 1118 E. Court Street, Weiser, ID)

The board voted to keep the current officers for 2026, making Curtis Hickey Chairman, Bob Shirts Vice Chair, and Troy Mock Secretary/Treasurer. The meeting approved the prior year's minutes, accepted the fiscal year‑end expenditure report, and accepted the 2025 tail bounty report. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Retained 2026 District officers (positions unchanged) – motion carried
• Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes – motion carried
• Accepted FY 2025 expenditure report – motion carried
• Accepted 2025 tail bounty report ($22,048.50 for 14,699 tails) – motion carried
• Adjourned the annual meeting – motion carried

Weed Advisory Board

The Washington County Weed Advisory Board will meet to approve claims and minutes. The board will act on board member appointments and 2026 neighborhood project recommendations from the Sifting Committee. The meeting includes updates on the Lava and Paddock fires from the BLM.

• 2026 Neighborhood Project Recommendation from Sifting Committee
• Board Members action item
• Lava & Paddock Fire updates from Amy Stillman, BLM
• Recertification Seminar scheduled for February 19, 2026

The board approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. Harmon Horton was appointed interim chair for the session. The board adopted the Sifting Committee’s ranking of the 2026 neighborhood projects. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved October 14, 2025 minutes (motion carries)
• Appointed Harmon Horton as interim chair (motion carries)
• Adopted 2026 Neighborhood Project recommendations (motion carries)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carries)

Rodent Board Meeting

The Washington County Rodent District will review recent expenditures and a bounty report. The board will also consider the reappointment of Troy Mock and discuss a landowner mailer and a potential 2026 trapping seminar.

• Review of recent district expenditures and bounty report
• Reappointment of Troy Mock to the Rodent Board
• Proposal for a mailer to Rodent District landowners
• Discussion on hosting a trapping seminar in Spring 2026
• Review of Rodent District Boundary Map

The board accepted the September 17, 2025 minutes and the district expenditure and tail bounty reports. Troy Mock was reappointed for a three‑year term starting Jan. 1, 2026. Several items—including an educational mailer, a trapping seminar date, and top‑trapper recognition—were directed to the January agenda. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted September 17, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted expenditure and tail bounty reports (motion carried)
• Reappointed Troy Mock for a 3‑year term beginning Jan 1 2026
• Directed education/outreach mailer item to Jan 2026 agenda
• Decided to set gopher trapping seminar date at Jan 2026 meeting
• Directed top‑trapper recognition item to Jan 2026 agenda
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

County Commissioner Board

The board will discuss a proposed fee change hearing date for road and bridge and solid waste applications. They will receive an update on the City of Cambridge's area of city impact. Action items for ambulance services and the City of Weiser's area of city impact will be considered. An executive session will address personnel matters and potential real‑property negotiations under IC 74‑206.

• Proposed fee change hearing date for road and bridge & solid waste applications
• Planning & Zoning update on City of Cambridge area of city impact
• Ambulance action items
• City of Weiser area of city impact action items
• Executive session to consider personnel matters and real‑property negotiations (IC 74‑206)

The commissioners placed a ‘Stay’ on the Pumpkin Patch decision and sent it back to the City of Weiser Planning and Zoning. They approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage Licenses No. 6 through No. 10 for five businesses and a catering permit for Sunnyside Sips. A public hearing on solid waste fee changes was scheduled for Dec 15, 2025. Ambulance district payroll and general expense orders were approved, and medical insurance coverage was continued while the override levy discussion was tabled.

• Placed a ‘Stay’ on the Pumpkin Patch decision and sent it to City of Weiser Planning and Zoning (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 6 for Maverick, Inc. d/b/a Maverick #745 (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 7 for JLC 4 LLC d/b/a Idaho Pizza (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 8 for KNB, LLC d/b/a Bo’s Barn (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 9 for Nick J. Reed d/b/a Ruszoni’s Pizza (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 10 for Sunnyside Farms and Events, LLC d/b/a Sunnyside Sips (motion carried)
• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips for Nov 20‑21, 2025 (motion carried)
• Set public hearing date for solid waste fee changes for Dec 15, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will review October 2025 bank and credit‑card statements, discuss dependent health insurance premiums, and address a FY 2026 funding shortfall. They will consider a May 2026 override levy and evaluate renewal of the Southwest District health grant. An executive session will be held to consider personnel matters and pending litigation.

• Review October 2025 bank and credit‑card statements
• Consider May 2026 override levy
• Discuss FY 2026 funding shortfall
• Renew Southwest District health grant
• Executive session on personnel matters and pending litigation

The Board voted to place a stay on the Pumpkin Patch decision and return it to the City of Weiser Planning and Zoning. It also approved five new retail alcoholic beverage licenses and a catering permit for Sunnyside Sips. The Board approved payroll and general expense orders for the Weiser Ambulance District and continued its medical insurance coverage. A motion to table discussion of the ambulance district’s override levy was also carried.

• Placed a ‘Stay’ on the Pumpkin Patch decision (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 6 for Maverick, Inc. (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 7 for JLC 4 LLC (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 8 for KNB, LLC (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 9 for Nick J. Reed (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 10 for Sunnyside Farms and Events, LLC (motion carried)
• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips (motion carried)
• Approved Order No. 26‑6 payroll expenses of $26,319.74 (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Board of the Weiser Ambulance District will meet on Monday, November 10, 2025 at the Washington County Courthouse. No specific agenda items are listed, indicating a routine procedural session. The next regular meeting is set for Monday, November 17, 2025. Persons needing accommodations should contact the Clerk’s office at 414‑2092, 256 E. Court, Weiser ID, seven days prior.

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will meet to certify the November 4, 2025, election results. The board will also discuss the City of Midvale's Area of City Impact and road maintenance applications. An executive session is scheduled to address personnel, real property, and litigation.

• Canvass of Votes for the November 4, 2025, Election
• City of Midvale Area of City Impact
• Culvert and Road Bore Applications
• Fencing Quote for Cove Road Bridge Right-of-Way
• County Annual Juvenile Justice Report

The commissioners approved a demand warrant for $165,503.86 in general expenses. They also approved multiple fuel and postage demand warrants, a $7,518.20 fencing quote, and a letter requesting a permit‑fee waiver for the fairgrounds beef barn. Additional actions included approving the County Annual Juvenile Justice Report, five retail alcoholic beverage licenses, the City of Midvale Area of City Impact map, and nominating Joe Iveson to the District III Gem Plan Board of Trustees.

• Approved demand warrant for general expenses $165,503.86 (unanimous)
• Approved demand warrants for fuel purchases totaling $17,716.33 (Emergency Management $797.59, Sheriff’s $11,538.67, Solid Waste $208.01, Road & Bridge $5,162.66) (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant to Zions Bank for postage and code books $1,039.78 (motion carried)
• Approved $7,518.20 fencing quote for Cove Road Bridge right‑of‑way purchase (motion carried)
• Approved draft letter to City of Cambridge requesting waiver of permit fees for beef barn addition (motion carried)
• Approved County Annual Juvenile Justice Report to Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections (motion carried)
• Approved five retail alcoholic beverage licenses (Lazy Bear Ranch, Gateway Pizza, Ridley’s Family Market, Midvale Country Store, Copper Lounge) (motion carried)
• Nominated Joe Iveson to District III Gem Plan Board of Trustees (motion carried)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Washington County Historic Preservation Commission will review status updates on several historic preservation projects, including the Weiser Middle School gymnasium NR application, Unity Bridge mitigation, the Eaton Depot interpretive sign, an Idaho Heritage Trust grant for People’s Furniture siding removal, and the Cove Bridge mitigation proposal involving the Jeffries School NR nomination. The agenda also includes reports from Midvale and Cambridge representatives and an ICRIS property list by region. An action item is to decide whether to cancel the December meeting.

• Weiser Middle School gymnasium NR application status update
• Unity Bridge mitigation update
• Eaton Depot interpretive sign status (CEG)
• Idaho Heritage Trust grant cycle – People’s Furniture siding removal update
• Decision on canceling the December meeting

The commission approved the October 8 minutes after a motion and second. Members voted unanimously to cancel the scheduled December meeting and set the next meeting for January 7, 2026. Tony was authorized by both the city and county historic preservation commissions to apply for a city CLG grant to cover the $4,500 match required for the Idaho Heritage Trust grant. The commission also noted upcoming mitigation and survey updates.

• Approved October 8 minutes (motion carried)
• Canceled December meeting (unanimous)
• Authorized Tony to apply for city CLG grant to cover match dollars
• Scheduled next meeting for January 7, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

Fair Board

The Washington County Fair Board will meet to discuss various operational updates and financial reports. The board is reviewing several action items including facility maintenance and billing.

• 40’ Barn Addition
• Lawn Care 2026
• ShoWorks Billing
• Washrack Hoses
• Meal Tickets

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will review several action items, including a right‑of‑way purchase for the Cove Road Bridge. They will also hear a request to reconsider a prior attorney‑fees decision and discuss city impact matters for Midvale and Cambridge. Planning and zoning updates for Weiser and Midvale, as well as personnel and real‑property matters, will be addressed in an executive session.

• Cove Road Bridge Right‑of‑Way Purchase Agreement
• Request for Reconsideration of Attorney Fees Decision (Lawrence Wasden)
• City of Midvale – Area of City Impact
• Planning & Zoning updates: City of Weiser and Midvale area impacts, special use conditions
• Executive Session on personnel matters and real‑property negotiations (IC 74‑206)

The commissioners approved several financial actions, including demand warrants for a mower deck ($4,500) and a right‑of‑way purchase for the Cove Road Bridge ($3,000), and adopted the quarterly operating fund statement of $16,851,113.72. They also approved the right‑of‑way purchase agreement for the Cove Road Bridge, set attorney fees at $185 per hour, and authorized ambulance district expense orders. Additionally, the board adopted an addendum to Special Use Permit #259 and allowed internal hiring for the Planning and Zoning administrative assistant position.

• Approved demand warrant $4,500 to Cindy Castello for mower deck (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant $3,000 to Negotiation Services, LLC for right‑of‑way purchase for Cove Road Bridge (motion carried)
• Approved quarterly operating fund statement of $16,851,113.72 (motion carried)
• Approved Certificate of Residency for Erik Wilkens (motion carried)
• Approved Right‑of‑Way Purchase Agreement with Triple B Enterprises, LLLP for Cove Road Bridge (motion carried)
• Approved Order No. 26‑4 for ambulance district payroll expenses $27,125.42 (motion carried)
• Approved Order No. 26‑5 for ambulance district general expenses $3,871.73 (motion carried)
• Set attorney fee rate for Lawrence Wasden at $185 per hour (Wilkerson Aye, Harberd Abstain, Marvin Aye; motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Weiser Ambulance District will meet to discuss general business, claims, and funding from Southwest District Health. The board will also enter executive session to address personnel matters and potential litigation.

• Funding from Southwest District Health
• Review of claims
• Personnel matters (Executive Session)
• Legal counsel communication regarding pending/likely litigation (Executive Session)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Board of the Weiser Ambulance District will meet at the Washington County Courthouse on Monday, October 27, 2025. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 3, 2025. Persons needing special accommodations should contact the clerk’s office at 414‑2092, 256 E. Court, Weiser, ID, at least seven days before the meeting.

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will meet to discuss land use insurance, open meeting laws, and city impact code compliance in Cambridge. The board will consider an ordinance amendment regarding Planning and Zoning Commission members and hold a public hearing on a special use request.

• Public hearing for Pumpkin Patch Special Use Request
• Proposed amendment to Title 1, Chapter 7, Ordinance 58 regarding Planning and Zoning Commission members
• City of Cambridge Area of City Impact Code Compliance action items
• Lawrence Wasden request for reconsideration of attorney fees
• Election Logic and Accuracy Testing

The commissioners approved a demand warrant for $363.23 to cover fuel for the Weed Department. They authorized warrants for jury expenses ($488.09), social service expenses ($795.00), FY2025 general expenses ($65,479.50), and FY2026 general expenses ($217,210.72), all motions carrying unanimously. The board also approved Idaho Power’s applications to bury cable/pipeline on Cox Road and Sunnyside Road and approved an affidavit to remove equipment from the 1974 Pug Mill.

• Approved demand warrant $363.23 for Weed Department fuel (motion carried)
• Authorized $488.09 jury expense warrants (unanimous)
• Authorized $795.00 social service expense warrants (unanimous)
• Authorized $65,479.50 general expense warrants for FY2025 (unanimous)
• Authorized $217,210.72 general expense warrants for FY2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Idaho Power buried cable application for Cox Road (motion carried)
• Approved Idaho Power buried cable application for Sunnyside Road (motion carried)
• Approved affidavit for equipment removal of 1974 Pug Mill (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will discuss and act on several items, including a change order for the Cove Road Bridge and liability insurance for land use. They will hold public hearings on the Cambridge Fire Protection District annexation, the City of Cambridge area impact, and the 2025 fiscal year budget adjustment (Resolution No. 25-06). An executive session will address personnel matters and potential real‑property negotiations. The meeting also includes general business items and a discussion with the Planning and Zoning Administrator.

• Change Order for Cove Road Bridge
• Cambridge Fire Protection District Annexation
• Public Hearing – City of Cambridge, Area of City Impact
• Public Hearing – 2025 Fiscal Year Budget Adjustment, Resolution No. 25-06
• Liability Insurance for Land Use Discussion

The commissioners approved a change order for additional concrete removal on the Cove Road Bridge, costing $2,386. They also approved a data purchase agreement and a subscription agreement with CTC Enterprises (Timberline Title), holiday gift certificates of $25 per employee, and removed a scheduled agenda item after a vote. The minutes from April 14, 2025 were approved as amended.

• Approved $2,386 change order for Cove Road Bridge (motion carried)
• Approved Data Purchase Agreement with CTC Enterprises/Timberline Title (motion carried)
• Approved Subscription Agreement with CTC Enterprises/Timberline Title (motion carried)
• Approved holiday gift certificates $25 per employee (motion carried)
• Approved posting of Planning and Zoning Commission notice in newspaper and on website (decision to post)
• Approved minutes of April 14, 2025 as amended (motion carried)
• Motion to remove 10:15 a.m. agenda discussion with Jeri Soulier carried (Aye, Nay, Aye)
• Approved right‑of‑way permit for Idaho Power/T&D Construction on North 9th Street (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will hold a general business session. They will consider personnel matters under IC 74-206(1)(a) & (b). They will also discuss communicating with legal counsel about pending or likely litigation under IC 74-206(1)(f). The meeting will be streamed via Zoom.

• Consider personnel matters (IC 74-206(1)(a) & (b))
• Discuss communication with legal counsel regarding pending litigation (IC 74-206(1)(f))

The commissioners voted to remove a scheduled agenda discussion about Jeri Soulier after a 2‑aye, 1‑nay vote. They approved a Data Purchase Agreement and a Subscription Agreement with CTC Enterprises (Timberline Title and Escrow). The board also approved holiday gift certificates for employees at $25 each, a $2,386 change order for the Cove Road Bridge, and a right‑of‑way permit for Idaho Power/T & D Construction on North 9th Street. The minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting were approved as amended.

• Removed Jeri Soulier agenda item (2 Aye, 1 Nay)
• Approved Data Purchase Agreement with CTC Enterprises (Timberline Title & Escrow) – motion carried
• Approved Subscription Agreement with CTC Enterprises (Timberline Title & Escrow) – motion carried
• Approved $25 holiday gift certificates for each county employee – motion carried
• Approved change order for Cove Road Bridge concrete removal, $2,386 – motion carried
• Approved right‑of‑way permit for Idaho Power/T & D Construction on North 9th Street – motion carried
• Approved minutes of April 14, 2025 meeting as amended – motion carried

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will discuss several action items, including Resolution 25-07 to add irrigation charges to the tax roll. They will also review road and bridge culvert and road bore applications, a solid waste loader purchase, and solid waste fee matters. Additional topics include a request for attorney fees, planning and zoning commission membership, and a non‑conforming lot size issue. An executive session will address personnel matters and potential real‑property negotiations.

• Resolution 25-07: Authorize irrigation charges to be added to the tax roll
• Road and Bridge & Solid Waste: discuss culvert and road bore applications and purchase of a solid waste loader
• Attorney fees: request for attorney fees discussion
• Planning and Zoning: commission membership discussion
• Planning and Zoning: non‑conforming lot size discussion

The commissioners approved Resolution 25-07 to add irrigation district charges to the tax roll. They authorized warrants for $196,825.59 in FY2025 expenses and $203,162.91 in FY2026 expenses. The board also approved a $10,000 purchase of a used belly‑dump truck trailer and a lease‑purchase of a 2026 Volvo L60 H2 Wheel Handler for $297,110. An agreement was approved for the county to match $25,000 for historic‑preservation mitigation on the Cove Bridge project.

• Approved Resolution 25-07 adding irrigation charges to the tax roll (motion carried)
• Authorized FY2025 general expense warrants totaling $196,825.59 (unanimous)
• Authorized FY2026 general expense warrants totaling $203,162.91 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of used belly‑dump truck trailer for $10,000 (motion carried)
• Approved lease‑purchase of 2026 Volvo L60 H2 Wheel Handler for $297,110 with annual lease $69,888.41 (motion carried)
• Approved county match of $25,000 for historic‑preservation mitigation for Cove Bridge (motion carried)
• Amended minutes of October 6, 2025 to correct Planning and Zoning Administrator work hours (motion carried)
• Approved agenda discussion and priority list drafting for new Planning and Zoning Administrator (no vote recorded)

Weed Advisory Board

The Washington County Weed Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes, claims, and fall tax bill inserts. The board will also discuss plant selection and receive updates on local fire and weed control projects.

• Approve Minutes and Claims
• Fall Tax Bill Inserts
• Finish plant selection
• Lava & Paddock Fire Updates
• Project Reports: Valley View, Salubria, Micky Gulch, Dutch Flat, Cow Creek, Up the Creek, Advent Gulch

The board voted to appoint Bruce Gochnour as interim chair. The meeting minutes were approved. The draft weed‑education insert for the fall tax bill was accepted as presented. The appreciation dinner was tabled for consideration on the November agenda.

• Bruce Gochnour appointed interim chair (motion carries)
• Meeting minutes approved (motion carries)
• Weed educational insert for fall tax bill accepted (motion carries)
• Appreciation dinner tabled for November agenda

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review the goals and objectives of the County Historic Preservation Plan. Members will also discuss updates on several local historic sites and grant applications.

• Review of County HPP goals and objectives
• Status of Weiser Middle School gymnasium NR application
• Eaton Depot interpretive sign status
• People’s Furniture siding removal report
• Jeffries School NR nomination proposal

The commission approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes after Dennis moved and Brenda seconded the motion. A grant of $8,000 for the Weiser Middle School gymnasium National Register application was reported, with the City of Weiser agreeing to pay the contractor directly and be reimbursed later. Mitigation funding updates were given: Cove Bridge $60,000, Dixie Creek Bridge $80,000, and Unity Bridge $105,000. The City of Weiser Historic Preservation Plan is ready for City Council consideration on October 14.

• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners Board of the Weiser Ambulance District will meet on October 6, 2025. They will consider personnel matters under IC 74-206(1)(a) and (b). They will also discuss communicating with legal counsel about pending or imminently likely litigation under IC 74-206(1)(f). The agenda includes general business, claims, and an executive session.

• Consider personnel matters (IC 74-206(1)(a)&(b))
• Communicate with legal counsel regarding pending litigation (IC 74-206(1)(f))
• General business items
• Claims review
• Executive session

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will address a range of action items, including a professional services agreement for the Cove Road Bridge, final plat approval for the Pearl Subdivision, a floodplain development permit, and a discussion of attorney fees. An executive session will consider personnel matters and potential litigation. The meeting will conclude with a public hearing on a Pumpkin Patch special use request.

• Cove Road Bridge Professional Services Agreement
• Final Plat Approval – Pearl Subdivision
• Floodplain Development Permit
• Attorney Fees Discussion
• Public Hearing – Pumpkin Patch Special Use Request

The commissioners approved several alcohol beverage catering permits for Sunnyside Farm & Events on multiple dates in October 2025, a retail alcoholic beverage license for Dollar General Store #23480, and three demand warrants totaling $6,752.91. They also approved the August 2025 operating funds of $17,939,829.75 and the Idaho Transportation Department's Local Professional Services Agreement for the Cove Road Bridge.

• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Farm & Events (Oct 13, 2025)
• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Farm & Events (Oct 17, 2025)
• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Farm & Events (Oct 18, 2025)
• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Farm & Events (Oct 24, 2025)
• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Farm & Events (Oct 25, 2025)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License for DG Retail, LLC (Dollar General Store #23480)
• Approved demand warrant to Ridley's Family Market for $952.97
• Approved demand warrant to Wex Bank for $399.94

Fair Board

The Washington County Fair Board will review old and new fair business, hear reports from the Extension Office, 4‑H Leaders Council, Treasurer, Maintenance and Commissioners, and consider several action items including hood cleaning, rental contracts, bills and statements, a sale update, a 40‑foot barn addition and a bid acceptance.

• Action Item – Hood Cleaning
• Action Item – Rental Contracts
• Action Item – Bills and Statements
• Action Item – 40’ Barn Addition
• Action Item – Bid Acceptance

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Commissioners unanimously decided not to hold its regular meeting on the 5th Monday of September 2025. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 6, 2025. The agenda includes a notice for individuals needing special accommodations to contact the Clerk’s office.

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will review and act on several items, including a public hearing on the City of Cambridge area impact, approval of the Pearl Subdivision preliminary and final plat, and applications for culverts and road borings. They will also discuss a remote‑work policy in executive session and consider a cash‑basis resolution and polling‑place approvals. Items will be addressed as time permits.

• Preliminary & Final Plat Approval – Pearl Subdivision
• Culvert and Road Bore Applications (Road and Bridge & Solid Waste)
• Remote Work Policy Discussion (Executive Session)
• Cash Basis Resolution No. 25-05 / America 250 Resolution
• Approval of Polling Places

The Commissioners approved the estimated reserve fund balance of $8,037,828.42 for the 2025 fiscal year. They also approved alcohol catering permits for Sunnyside Sips, the polling locations and ballot order for the November 4 election, and warrants totaling $155,199.07. A public hearing on the Cambridge Area of City Impact was set for October 20, and the subdivision plat on Pearl Lane was approved.

• Approved reserve fund balance of $8,037,828.42 (motion carried)
• Approved Alcohol Catering Permits for Sunnyside Farm and Events, LLC (motion carried)
• Approved polling locations and ballot order for 3,450 ballots (motion carried)
• Authorized auditor to issue warrants totaling $155,199.07 (unanimous)
• Set public hearing date for Cambridge Area of City Impact on Oct 20, 2025 (determined)
• Approved Preliminary and Final Plat of 1.47‑acre Pearl Lane subdivision (motion carried)
• Approved America 250 Resolution commemorating US 250th anniversary (all in favor)
• Approved minutes of September 8 and September 11, 2025 (as written)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Board of Weiser Ambulance District will meet on September 22, 2025 at the Washington County Courthouse. The agenda contains only the regular meeting notice and accommodation information. No specific items, such as rezoning, contracts, or ordinances, are listed for discussion or decision.

Rodent Board Meeting

The Washington County Rodent Board will approve the minutes from the previous meeting, review recent district expenditures and the bounty report, provide an update on the 2026 budget, and consider annual board member mileage claims. In the new business section, the board will decide on a new November meeting date because the original date conflicts with Veteran's Day. All items are scheduled for discussion at the September 17, 2025 meeting.

• Approve minutes from the prior meeting
• Review recent district expenditures and bounty report
• 2026 budget update
• Approve annual board member mileage claims
• Decide new November meeting date due to Veteran's Day

The board accepted the July 8, 2025 meeting minutes as written. It approved the district expenditure and tail bounty reports and the board members' mileage claims. The November meeting was moved to Tuesday, November 18, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted July 8, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted expenditure and tail bounty reports (motion carried)
• Approved board member mileage claims (motion carried)
• Moved November meeting to Nov 18, 2025 (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Board of Commissioners will not hold a meeting on September 15, 2025, due to the Idaho Association of Counties Annual Conference.

• No meeting scheduled
• Idaho Association of Counties Annual Conference

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners and the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District will hold a special meeting. Items on the agenda include general business, claims, payroll, and an executive session to consider personnel matters and to communicate with legal counsel about pending or likely litigation. Action items are listed for these topics.

• Consider personnel matters under I.C. 74-206(1)(a) & (b)
• Communicate with legal counsel about pending litigation under I.C. 74-206(1)(f)
• General business items
• Review claims
• Address payroll matters

The Commissioners approved two ambulance expense orders totaling $46,669.30 and adopted the Washington County 2026 tax levies. They also amended the agenda to address personnel matters in executive session and certified the levies. Several recess motions were carried, including a recess to an executive session and a recess until September 22, 2025.

• Approved Order No. 25-48 payroll expenses $28,514.85 (unanimous)
• Approved Order No. 25-49 general expenses $18,154.45 (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to address personnel matters in executive session and certify 2026 tax levies (unanimous)
• Approved Washington County 2026 tax levies (unanimous)
• Recessed as Board of Weiser Ambulance District and reconvened as County Commissioners (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to consider hiring (unanimous)
• Recessed until September 22, 2025 at 8:45 a.m. (unanimous)

Weed Advisory Board

The Washington County Weed Advisory Board will consider routine approvals such as the previous meeting minutes and claims, and will vote on the 2026 Draft Weed Calendar. Additional items include reviewing spring project invoices, mileage claims, and a proposal for fall tax‑bill inserts. The board will also receive fire updates and announce the upcoming 2026 Neighborhood Project application deadline.

• Approve Minutes – Action Item
• Approve Claims – Action Item
• Spring Projects Invoices
• Fall Tax Bill Inserts – Action Item
• 2026 Draft Weed Calendar – Action Item

The board approved the mileage reimbursement claims totaling $2,823.08. It voted to include an educational mailer with the treasurer’s tax‑bill, selecting rush skeletonweed, leafy spurge and poison hemlock for the fall 2025 insert and non‑noxious species bur buttercup, kochia and curly dock. The draft 2026 calendar was sent to the printer, and the 2026 spring mailer will feature puncturevine and yellow nutsedge. All motions carried as recorded.

• Approved May 13, 2025 minutes (motion carries)
• Approved June 18, 2025 minutes (motion carries)
• Approved mileage claims $2,823.08 (motion carries)
• Sent 2026 draft calendar to printer (unanimous)
• Included educational mailer with tax bill; selected rush skeletonweed, leafy spurge, poison hemlock for fall 2025 (motion carries)
• Selected non‑noxious fall 2025 weeds: bur buttercup, kochia, curly dock (motion carries)
• Selected puncturevine and yellow nutsedge for 2026 spring mailer (motion carries)
• Scheduled Sifting Committee meeting for Oct 22, 2025 to review 2026 project applications (motion carries)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will discuss road and bridge projects and conduct several executive sessions. The board is scheduled to review bridge designs and hold interviews for Planning and Zoning.

• Cove Road Bridge Professional Services Agreement
• Unity Bridge Preliminary Design Approval
• Planning and Zoning Interviews
• Executive sessions regarding personnel, real property acquisition, and litigation
• Public Defense discussion with Isaiah L Govia

The commissioners approved a $20,000 settlement and release in the Dickerson and Burnett case. They also authorized $158,603.31 in general‑expense warrants, signed bridge design and service agreements, and approved two alcohol‑beverage catering permits for Sunnyside Sips. A letter of support for the FEMA Act was also signed.

• Approved $20,000 settlement and release (vote 2-1: Wilkerson Aye, Harberd Nay, Marvin Aye)
• Authorized warrants totaling $158,603.31 for general expenses (unanimous)
• Signed Unity Bridge Preliminary Design documents (Key No. 28976) (motion carried)
• Approved Local Professional Services Agreement No. 97333 for Cove Road Bridge (Key No. 19129) (motion carried)
• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips on Oct 5, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips on Oct 4, 2025 (motion carried)
• Signed Letter of Support for the FEMA (Fixing Emergency Management for Americans) Act (HR4669) (motion carried)
• Approved the minutes of the September 2, 2025 meeting as written (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners' agenda lists no meeting for the Weiser Ambulance District on September 8, 2025. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 15, 2025.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Washington County/City of Weiser Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss and vote on edits to the Weiser Historic Preservation Plan (HPP) and review county HPP goals and objectives. The meeting includes status updates on local historic sites, including the Weiser Middle School gymnasium NR application, Sunnyside School roof damage, and the Walker House reconnaissance report.

• Approve Weiser HPP edits and vote to approve final draft
• County HPP goals and objectives review
• Werneth Building follow-up
• Unity Bridge Mitigation decision approved
• Sunnyside School roof damage discussed

The commission approved the minutes from the August 6 meeting. It voted to recommend the final Weiser Historic Preservation Plan to the City Council for approval. The Unity Bridge mitigation plan was approved, and the grant for an interpretive sign at the Eaton Depot was approved. No other substantive motions were denied or tabled.

• Approved August 6, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Recommended Weiser Historic Preservation Plan to City Council (motion carried)
• Approved Unity Bridge mitigation plan (motion carried)
• Approved Eaton Depot interpretive sign grant (motion carried)

Fair Board

The Fair Board will meet to discuss operational updates and financial reports. The body is tasked with deciding on contracts for judges and equipment procurement.

• Livestock Judges 2026
• Judges Contracts & Mileage
• Computer/Laptop updates and new laptop for ShoWorks
• RV Storage
• 40’ Barn Addition Funds update

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a continued public hearing regarding the Washington County 2026 Budget. The meeting also includes discussions on personnel, real property, and the City of Cambridge Impact Area.

• Public hearing for the Washington County 2026 Budget
• Hire of Flood Plain Administrator
• Rural Idaho Economic Development Professional Grant Agreement
• Discussion regarding Pumpkin Patch on Upper Indianhead & 9th Street
• City of Cambridge Impact Area discussion

The commissioners approved the Rural Idaho Economic Development Professional Grant Agreement and a retail alcohol license for Just Us LLC. They also approved Idaho Power’s buried‑cable application on Krause Road. The board adopted the 2026 Weiser Ambulance District budget of $1,043,362.00 and authorized related payroll and general expense orders.

• Approved Rural Idaho Economic Development Professional Grant Agreement (motion carried)
• Approved Retail Alcohol Beverage License No. 37 for Just Us LLC (motion carried)
• Approved Idaho Power buried cable application on Krause Road (motion carried)
• Adopted 2026 Weiser Ambulance District Budget – $1,043,362.00 (all in favor)
• Approved Order No. 25-47 for general expenses – $1,802.70 (motion carried)
• Approved Order No. 25-46 for payroll expenses – $25,337.95 (motion carried)
• Authorized Chairman to sign Fleet Application with Maverick (motion carried)
• Approved Certificates of Residency for Jazmin Juarez and Angel Garcia Molina (motions carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners and Weiser Ambulance District board will meet to approve the 2026 budget and conduct general business. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters and pending litigation with legal counsel.

• Approval of 2026 Weiser Ambulance District budget
• Executive session for personnel matters under I.C. 74-206(1)(a) & (b)
• Executive session to discuss pending litigation under I.C. 74-206(1)(f)

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for the Planning and Zoning Administrator position. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Planning and Zoning Administrator interviews
• Executive session regarding personnel matters

The commissioners voted unanimously to enter executive session at 3:01 p.m. to consider hiring a public officer, employee, staff member, or individual agent. No final actions were taken during that session. Afterward, the board unanimously recessed the meeting until September 2, 2025, at 8:45 a.m.

• Approved executive session to consider hiring a public officer (unanimous 3-0)
• Recessed meeting until Sep 2, 2025 at 8:45 a.m. (unanimous 3-0)

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing for the 2026 County Budget and a budget hearing for the Ambulance service. The meeting includes interviews for a Planning and Zoning Administrator and an executive session regarding personnel, real property, and litigation.

• Public Hearing: 2026 County Budget
• Budget Hearing: Ambulance
• Planning and Zoning Administrator interviews
• Culvert and Road Bore Applications
• Executive session on personnel, real property acquisition, and pending litigation

The Commissioners authorized the issuance of warrants totaling $286,904.37 for general expenses, a motion carried unanimously. They also approved the July 2025 Treasurer's cash statement for $18,514,383.11 and several small demand warrants and alcohol beverage catering permits, each motion carried. Minutes from the August 4 and August 18 meetings were approved as written.

• Authorized issuance of general expense warrants totaling $286,904.37 (unanimous)
• Approved Operation in Funds/Statement of Treasurer's Cash for July 2025, $18,514,383.11 (motion carried)
• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Events on Sep 13, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Events on Sep 20, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Events on Sep 26, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant to BiMart for $29.99 (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant to BiMart for $19.99 (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant to Wex Bank for $62.00 (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of Weiser Ambulance District, will meet to conduct a public hearing. The board will consider action items regarding the 2026 budget.

• Public hearing on the 2026 Budget for Weiser Ambulance District

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to receive comments on a proposed ordinance. This ordinance would amend Title 1, Chapter 7 of the Washington County Code regarding the Planning and Zoning Commission.

• Public hearing on proposed Ordinance amending Title 1, Chapter 7 of Washington County Code regarding the Planning and Zoning Commission

The Washington County Board of Commissioners met on August 21, 2025 to hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to Title 1, Chapter 7 of the county code concerning the Planning and Zoning Commission. Written comments opposing the changes were received and made available at the courthouse. Several members of the public spoke, each limited to three minutes. No vote or formal decision on the ordinance was recorded.

County Commissioner Board

The Weiser Ambulance District will review its budget versus actual expenses and discuss the budget. The board will also consider a request for outside counsel.

• Review of Budget vs. Actual Expense Report
• Budget Discussion
• Request for Outside Counsel

County Commissioner Board

The County Commissioners will address routine administrative items including road and bridge applications, building permit updates, ambulance services, and unemployment decisions. They will also hold executive sessions to discuss personnel matters and potential real estate negotiations.

• 19129 Professional Services Agreement for Cove Road Bridge
• Atlas Surveying Agreement
• Culvert and Road Bore Applications
• Planning and Zoning Permitting Status Update
• Employee Unemployment Decision

The commissioners approved a Certificate of Residency for Danner Morris, a Professional Services Agreement with Atlas Surveying, and an Apprentice Program through Idaho Information Technology Services. They also signed the Idaho Transportation Department Local Professional Services Agreement #97333 for the Cove Road Bridge and approved two ambulance district expense orders totaling $38,315.04. No final actions were taken in the executive sessions.

• Approved Certificate of Residency for Danner Morris (motion carried)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Atlas Surveying (motion carried)
• Approved Apprentice Program through ITS (motion carried)
• Signed Idaho Transportation Department Local Professional Services Agreement #97333 for Cove Road Bridge (motion carried)
• Approved Order No. 25-44 payroll expenses $26,846.73 for ambulance district (motion carried)
• Approved Order No. 25-45 general expenses $11,468.31 for ambulance district (motion carried)
• Recessed as Board of Weiser Ambulance District and reconvened as County Commissioners (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to consider personnel matters (unanimous, no final actions)

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for the Planning and Zoning Administrator position. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Planning and Zoning Administrator interviews
• Executive Session regarding personnel matters

The board voted unanimously to enter an executive session at 10:05 a.m. to consider hiring a public officer or staff member. No final actions were taken during that session. Afterwards, the board unanimously approved a recess until August 18, 2025, at 8:45 a.m.

• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Recess until Aug 18, 2025 approved (unanimous)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will discuss administrative requests and infrastructure applications. The board is scheduled to hold an executive session regarding personnel, real property acquisition, and pending litigation.

• L2 extension requests from Weiser School District and Payette School District
• Planning and Zoning Administrative Assistant job description review
• Culvert and Road Bore applications
• Temporary Housing Permit review
• Executive session on personnel, real property, and litigation

The commissioners authorized the auditor to issue warrants totaling $325,120.57 for general expenses. They approved an engagement letter for legal representation of Bonnie Brent‑Dowell at $355 per hour with a $3,000 retainer. Several licenses and permits were approved, including a retail alcoholic beverage license for Midvale Country Store, a catering permit for Sunnyside Sips, and multiple road right‑of‑way permits. The board also extended the L2 submission for Weiser and Payette School Districts and approved a temporary construction housing application with a 180‑day term.

• Authorized warrants totaling $325,120.57 (unanimous)
• Approved Engagement Letter for Fisher, Hudson, Brown, and Horton ($355/hr, $3,000 retainer)
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License for Midvale Country Store, LLC
• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips (August 18, 2025)
• Approved road access permits for Kysar Construction (Waite Rd), Cory Pratt (Parcel RP 10N05W098600), and Carl Kuchar (1743 Cox Rd)
• Approved extension of L2 submission for Weiser and Payette School Districts
• Approved Temporary Construction Housing Application for Danny and Theresa Roark (180‑day term, extension option)
• Approved multiple demand warrants to Zions Bank ranging from $9.01 to $181.45

County Commissioner Board

The Weiser Ambulance District board has no substantive items on the August 11, 2025 agenda. The meeting notice is procedural, listing only the next regular meeting date.

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission decided to adopt a 10%-20%-70% grant funding process for Unity Bridge mitigation rather than a direct cost-share of $105,000. Members also reviewed the County Historic Preservation Plan and discussed potential National Register nominations for local schools and barns.

• Approved 10%-20%-70% grant funding model for Unity Bridge mitigation
• Reported $5,744.20 in volunteer time for Sunnyside School Grant (220 hours at $26.11/hr)
• Discussed National Register eligibility for Old Merc building in Midvale
• Reviewed potential National Register candidates including Enterprise School and Thorson’s Barn
• Confirmed no restrictions on historic properties at 3rd & Idaho and 424 West Main due to lack of an Historic District

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the July 16 meeting. It adopted the 10%-20%-70% funding formula for Unity Bridge mitigation after a motion was moved, seconded, and carried. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved July 16, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adopted Unity Bridge mitigation funding formula (10%-20%-70%) (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Weiser Ambulance District will meet to conduct general business. The agenda includes a review of claims and budget versus actual expense reports, as well as budget discussions.

• Review of Budget vs Actual Expense Report
• Budget discussion
• Review of claims

County Commissioner Board

The Board will hold a budget workshop to discuss the 2026 proposed budget publication. The meeting includes discussions on the City of Cambridge's area of city impact and a Cambridge rezone. Other items include juvenile detention housing and ambulance services.

• 2026 Proposed Budget Publication workshop
• Cambridge Rezone
• City of Cambridge Area of City Impact discussion
• Juvenile Detention Housing Agreement
• Attorney Retainer Fee Approval

The commissioners approved two alcohol‑beverage catering permits for Sunnyside Sips, several attorney fee and retainer agreements, and the signing of a quit‑claim deed from the July 28 tax deed sale. They also cured open‑meeting violations, approved the Washington County/Canyon County Juvenile Detention Housing Agreement, and authorized payroll and general expense orders for the Weiser Ambulance District.

• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips on Aug 23, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips on Aug 31, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved Attorney‑Client Fee Agreement for Danny Roark with Logan and Copple PC (fees $300/hr, $300/hr, $125/hr, $100/hr) (motion carried)
• Approved retainer agreement with Masingill Law for Jim Harberd ($300/hr, $5,000 retainer) (motion carried)
• Approved signing of Quit Claim Deed for lots 7 and 8, Fruitvale Addition, Weiser (motion carried)
• Approved cure of open‑meeting violation for the July 28 budget workshop (motion carried)
• Approved Washington County/Canyon County Juvenile Detention Housing Agreement (motion carried)
• Approved Ambulance District Order No. 25‑42 payroll expenses $30,543.16 (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Commissioners will meet to address various departmental requests and administrative approvals. Key actions include a tax deed auction and the approval of the budget publication.

• Tax Deed Auction
• Budget Publication Approval
• Weed Department flooring quote
• Sheriff’s Department employee per diem proposal
• Planning and Zoning virtual credit card request

The Washington County Board approved two retail alcoholic beverage licenses, a lease for the Vendome hearing space, and a $400 legal‑representation retainer. It also authorized several financial warrants, a road right‑of‑way permit, a $11,143 flooring contract for the Weed Department, and a $1,000 virtual credit card for Planning and Zoning. The board approved the 2026 budget of $20,149,184.42 for publication and confirmed the sale of a tax deed property for $152,000. All motions carried, most unanimously.

• Approved Corona’s Catering LLC retail alcohol license (motion carried)
• Approved The Saddle Rack retail alcohol license (motion carried)
• Approved lease with Weiser Chamber for Aug 21 public hearing (motion carried)
• Approved $400 retainer for legal representation with Shep Law Group (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant $130 to Vendome Events Center (motion carried)
• Approved road right‑of‑way permit for Robert McConnell (motion carried)
• Approved Weed Department flooring contract $11,143.00 (motion carried)
• Approved 2026 budget $20,149,184.42 for publication (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the hiring of law firms. The meeting includes an executive session to address personnel matters, real property acquisition, and pending litigation.

• Discussion of hiring law firms
• Executive session regarding personnel matters
• Executive session regarding negotiations or acquisition of real property
• Executive session regarding pending or imminently likely litigation

The commissioners authorized an executive‑session discussion with legal counsel and then approved hiring the Canyon County Civil Attorney Division under a $20,000 cap at $185 per hour. They also approved hourly rates and retainers for three private attorneys: Bonnie Brent‑Dowell, Danny Roark, and Commissioner Jim Harberd. The board recessed the meeting until July 28 at 8:45 a.m.

• Approved moving to executive session – unanimous
• Authorized engagement of Canyon County Civil Attorney Division (cap $20,000, $185/hr) – 2 aye, 1 abstain
• Approved attorney fees for Bonnie Brent‑Dowell – $355/hr plus $3,000 retainer – motion carried
• Approved attorney fees for Danny Roark – $300/hr plus $5,000 retainer – motion carried
• Approved attorney fees for Jim Harberd – $300/hr, no retainer – motion carried
• Recessed meeting until July 28, 2025 at 8:45 a.m. – unanimous

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will meet to address general business and specific action items. Discussions include the City of Cambridge area of city impact and ambulance services. The board will also hold an executive session regarding personnel, real property, and litigation.

• City of Cambridge area of city impact
• U.S. Forest Service Noxious Weed Spray Agreement
• Culvert and Road Bore Applications
• Ambulance action items
• Executive session on personnel, real property, and litigation

The Washington County Commissioners approved an alcohol catering permit for Sunnyside Sips, a residency certificate for Alex Lazaro, and a $6,500 Noxious Weed Spraying Agreement with the U.S. Forest Service. They also approved several right‑of‑way utility and access permits, a demand warrant to the State Tax Commission, and tabled the approval of July 7 and July 14 minutes.

• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips (motion carried)
• Approved Certificate of Residency for Alex Lazaro (motion carried)
• Approved Noxious Weed Spraying Agreement with US Forest Service ($6,500) (motion carried)
• Approved Right‑of‑Way Utility Permit for LMAC Land and Cattle, LLC (motion carried)
• Approved Right‑of‑Way Encroachment for 1634 Crane Creek Reservoir Road (motion carried)
• Approved Right‑of‑Way Approaches Permit for Larry Roberson, 2280 Waite Road (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant to State Tax Commission for $321.05 (motion carried)
• Tabled approval of July 7 and July 14 minutes (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Weiser Ambulance District will meet to conduct general business. The session includes a review of the Budget vs Actual Expense Report and a budget discussion.

• Review of Budget vs Actual Expense Report
• Budget discussion
• Review of claims

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will meet to discuss planning and zoning ordinance changes and a special use decision for Robert and Deana McConnell. The board will also review grant approvals and personnel job postings.

• Proposed ordinance changes to Title 1 Chapter 7 Planning and Zoning Commission
• Special use decision for Robert and Deana McConnell
• IPSCC FY 2026 Grant Approval
• No Parking Signs at Mann Creek Reservoir
• Job postings for Building Inspector and Planning and Zoning Staff

The commissioners approved the closure of the ARPA Investment Account and the Treasurer's cash statement for June 2025 totaling $15,198,162.38. They authorized $231,721.42 in general‑expense warrants, a $1,000 County Visa card for the Building Official, and a demand warrant for Bi‑Mart supplies. The board also approved placement of culverts on Sunnyside Road, ordered No Parking signs at Mann Creek Reservoir, set a public hearing for zoning ordinance changes on August 7, 2025 at 4 p.m., and granted a Special Use Permit to Robert and Deana McConnell.

• Approved ARPA Investment Account closure documents (motion carried)
• Approved Treasurer's cash statement for June 2025, $15,198,162.38 (motion carried)
• Approved County Visa credit card for Building Official, $1,000 limit (motion carried)
• Authorized warrants totaling $231,721.42 for general expenses (unanimous motion carried)
• Approved placement of culverts/approaches on Sunnyside Road (motion carried)
• Approved ordering No Parking signs at Mann Creek Reservoir (motion carried)
• Set public hearing for proposed zoning ordinance changes on Aug 7, 2025 at 4 p.m. (motion carried)
• Approved Special Use Permit for Robert and Deana McConnell (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Board will hold a special meeting to discuss moratoriums, the Planning and Zoning Board, and the hiring of law firms. The meeting includes an executive session to address personnel matters, real property acquisition, and pending litigation.

• Moratorium discussion
• Planning and Zoning Board discussion
• Discussion of hiring law firms
• Executive session regarding personnel matters
• Executive session regarding real property acquisition and litigation

The commissioners voted unanimously to enter an executive session, but no final action was taken there. They then repealed the existing moratorium effective immediately, with all commissioners in favor. A motion to limit attorney hourly rates to $500 was carried. A motion to vacate all current Planning and Zoning Commission appointments was made, but the minutes do not record a vote outcome.

• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Repealed moratorium effective today (unanimous)
• Approved $500/hour cap on attorney fees (motion carried)
• Moved to vacate all Planning and Zoning Commission appointments (outcome not recorded)

Rodent Board Meeting

The Rodent Board will meet to approve previous minutes and review recent district expenditures and bounty reports. The board will also discuss updates for the 2026 budget and board terms.

• Review of Recent District Expenditures/Bounty Report
• 2026 Budget Update
• Discussion of Board Terms

The board accepted the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. It also approved the July 2 expenditure report and the tail bounty report covering October 1, 2024 to date. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 9, 2025.

• Accepted May 13, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved July 2 expenditure report and tail bounty report (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Board will consider moratorium amendments and hear from residents regarding moratorium hardships. The meeting includes discussions on the City of Cambridge Area of City Impact and an executive session regarding personnel, real property, and litigation.

• Moratorium amendments and hardship requests from Calvin and Mary Carroll, Gwen Greenfield, and Lonnie Chambers
• Selection of a Tax Deed Sale Auctioneer
• City of Cambridge Area of City Impact discussion
• Legal counsel for Planning & Zoning and release of Prosecutor’s Memorandum of Opinion
• Culvert and Road Bore Applications

The Commissioners carried several motions, including approval of $14,967,699.90 for June operating funds, grant documentation from the R.K. Mellon Foundation for a county fair beef barn, and an alcoholic beverage catering permit for July 12 at 1526 Sunnyside Road, Weiser. They also approved a $66,374.74 software license agreement with Computer Arts, Inc./Harris and a right‑of‑way permit for Mike Hyneman on Farm to Market Road, and adopted the June 23 meeting minutes. The board received updates on the Cove Road Bridge contract and other departmental matters.

• Approved $14,967,699.90 June operating funds (motion carried)
• Approved grant documentation from R.K. Mellon Foundation for Washington County Fair beef barn (motion carried)
• Approved Alcoholic Beverage Catering permit for July 12, 2025 at 1526 Sunnyside Road, Weiser (motion carried)
• Approved Computer Arts, Inc./Harris Master Agreement software and support license for $66,374.74 (motion carried)
• Approved right‑of‑way permit application submitted by Mike Hyneman for Farm to Market Road (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of the June 23, 2025 meeting (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Weiser Ambulance District will meet to conduct general business. The agenda includes a review of claims and the Budget vs Actual Expense Report.

• Review of Budget vs Actual Expense Report
• Review of claims

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will discuss the status of several National Register applications and grant reports. Members are scheduled to review the County Historic Preservation Plan goals and objectives and discuss mitigation projects for the Unity Bridge.

• Review of County HPP goals and objectives
• Unity Bridge Mitigation projects
• Weiser Middle School gymnasium NR application status
• Sunnyside School NR final grant report status
• Follow-up on Walker house and Werneth Building

The commission approved the minutes from the June 4 2025 meeting after a motion and second. The board discussed recent preservation training, NAPC membership costs, grant updates for local schools, and the Unity Bridge mitigation funding. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved June 4 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Board of Commissioners will not meet on June 30, 2025. This is per a May 23, 2021, motion stating the board does not meet on the 5th Monday of the month.

Planning & Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Code Work Committee will meet to discuss the county zoning code. No specific decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion and work session on county zoning code

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will meet to address several administrative action items and budget requests. The board is scheduled to discuss moratoriums, county code changes, and the City of Cambridge area of city impact.

• Community Based Alternative Services Agreement (CBAS)
• Sheriff's Department employee per diem proposal
• Historical Preservation Committee budget request
• City of Cambridge area of city impact discussion
• County code changes and moratorium discussions

The commissioners approved a demand warrant for $919.59 to Ridley's Family Market. They unanimously authorized issuance of warrants totaling $200,743.21 for general county expenses. The board also approved the Passthrough Funds Recipient Agreement for the Community Based Alternative Services (CBAS) and Substance Use Disorder Services (SUDS) programs. Minutes from the June 16 and June 18 meetings were approved as written.

• Approved demand warrant $919.59 to Ridley's Family Market (motion carried)
• Authorized issuance of warrants totaling $200,743.21 for general expenses (unanimous)
• Approved Passthrough Funds Recipient Agreement for CBAS and SUDS programs (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of June 16, 2025 meeting as written (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of June 18, 2025 meeting as written (motion carried)

Weed Advisory Board

The Washington County Weed Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the results of a weed tour. The board will take action on catering quotes for the 2026 Cooperator Appreciation Dinner and review 2026 Neighborhood Project Applications.

• Catering quotes for 2026 Cooperator Appreciation Dinner
• Review of 2026 Neighborhood Project Applications

The board accepted the S&A BBQ Catering quote of $40 per plate, adding cheesecake, after a motion was seconded and carried. It also approved the review of the 2026 Neighborhood Project Application submitted by Calvin Hickey. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Accepted S&A BBQ Catering quote ($40 per plate) for 2026 Cooperator Appreciation Dinner, including cheesecake (motion carried)
• Approved review of 2026 Neighborhood Project Application submitted by Calvin Hickey (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Board of County Commissioners and County Departments are meeting for a budget workshop. This is a work session involving elected officials and department heads.

The Washington County Board of Commissioners met on June 18, 2025 for a budget workshop. Each department presented its 2026 budget requests, and the board noted adjustments and corrections. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Planning & Zoning

The Washington County Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to make decisions on internal governance and code updates. The body will discuss forming a work committee for the code and revising commission bylaws.

• Decision to form a work committee to work on code
• Decision on Planning and Zoning bylaw revisions
• Decision on legal counsel

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will meet to address general business, including liquor licenses and claims. The board will discuss accessory dwelling units and hold executive sessions regarding personnel, real property, and litigation.

• Discussion on Accessory Dwelling Units
• Review of culvert and road bore applications
• Action items for Ambulance and Board of Equalization
• Review of liquor licenses and catering permits
• Executive sessions on personnel, real property acquisition, and pending litigation

The Board approved several financial items, including a Certificate of Residency for Kenzi Webb and multiple demand warrants ranging from $153.98 to $1,500.00. It also approved an Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Farm & Events and the May 2025 Operation in Funds totaling $15,856,653.81. The Auditor was authorized to issue $7,090.48 in general‑expense warrants, and the Weiser Ambulance District expense orders for payroll ($30,437.44) and general costs ($18,875.77) were approved. Two executive‑session periods were held for personnel and legal matters, but no final actions were taken.

• Approved Certificate of Residency for Kenzi Webb (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant to The Biz Zone for $153.98 (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant to Spar Tactical, Inc. for $775.00 (motion carried)
• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Farm & Events (Sunnyside Sips) for June 29, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved Operation in Funds/Statement of Treasurer’s Cash for May 2025 totaling $15,856,653.81 (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant to Incahoots Catering for $1,500.00 (motion carried)
• Authorized auditor to issue warrants totaling $7,090.48 for general expenses (motion carried unanimous)
• Approved ambulance district expense orders: payroll $30,437.44 and general $18,875.77 (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Weiser Ambulance District will meet to conduct general business. The agenda includes a review of claims and the Budget vs Actual Expense Report.

• Review of Budget vs Actual Expense Report
• Review of claims

Weed Advisory Board

The Washington County Weed Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes and claims. The board will discuss final details for the upcoming Weed Tour and 2026 Cooperator projects.

• Approval of claims
• Final details for the June 12, 2025 Weed Tour
• Discussion of 2026 Cooperator projects including Middle Valley Creek, Lower Pine, Salubria Up the Creek, and Advent Gulch Midvale Weed Beaters

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Commissioners will meet to address various administrative actions and department updates. Key items include a discussion on an amended moratorium ordinance and a variance request. The board will also enter an executive session to discuss personnel, real property, and litigation.

• Amended Moratorium Ordinance
• Bruce Winegar variance discussion
• ITD Spray Agreement regarding weeds
• Culvert and Road Bore Applications
• Executive session regarding personnel, real property, and litigation

The Commissioners approved an amended Emergency Moratorium Ordinance that pauses all land‑use applications for A1‑zoned agricultural property for 182 days. They denied the Bruce Winegar variance application and approved the Annual ITD Spray Agreement for Highways 721 and 95. The Board also authorized $250,466.36 in general expense warrants and approved two demand warrants totaling $1,125.

• Approved $250,466.36 in general expense warrants (unanimous)
• Approved Annual ITD Spray Agreement for Highway 721 and Highway 95 (motion carried)
• Denied Bruce Winegar Variance Application (Wilkerson Nay; Harberd Aye; Marvin Aye)
• Approved Amended Emergency Moratorium Ordinance on A1 agricultural land (Wilkerson Nay; Harberd Aye; Marvin Aye)
• Approved demand warrant $100 to University of Idaho Extension (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant $1,025 to Diesel Injection Service (motion carried)
• Approved signing of the Name Clearing Letter (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of the June 2, 2025 meeting as written

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review goals, objectives, and priorities for the Weiser and County Historic Preservation Plans. Members will also discuss grant reports and the consolidation of Certified Local Governments.

• Review of Weiser HPP goals, objectives, and priorities
• Review of County HPP goals and objectives
• Weiser Middle School gymnasium NR Nomination application CLG grant
• Sunnyside School NR grant report
• Consolidation of CLGs

The commission approved the minutes from the May 7 2025 meeting after Dennis moved to approve and Brenda seconded; the motion carried. No other formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The remainder of the session consisted of reports, updates, and discussion of upcoming projects.

• Approved May 7 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)

Fair Board

The Fair Board is meeting to review reports from the Extension Office, 4-H Leaders Council, and the Treasurer. Members will address several action items related to fair preparations and facility maintenance.

• 40’ Barn Addition
• Pest Control
• Power & Pole
• RV Storage update
• Fundraiser ideas

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Weiser Ambulance District will meet to conduct general business. The agenda includes a review of claims and the Budget vs Actual Expense Report.

• Review of Budget vs Actual Expense Report
• Review of claims

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a moratorium ordinance and various county operations. The agenda includes reviews of road and bridge projects, sheriff's office agreements, and an executive session for personnel and legal matters.

• Moratorium Ordinance
• Beniton Change Order PCCO # 24
• City of Cambridge Impact Area Discussion
• Forest Service Agreement and Axon Enterprise Quote
• Local Highway Investment Program Project Summary

The Board approved an amendment to the county moratorium ordinance that exempts A2 zoning and limits the moratorium to 182 days. It also approved a $942.82 construction change order, a retail alcoholic beverage license, a $37,632.60 security camera system, and ambulance expense orders. All motions carried, with the moratorium amendment passing unanimously.

• Approved Beniton Construction Change Order PCCO #024 ($942.82) – motion carried
• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License for Tj Ventures, LLC (Tara’s Place) – motion carried
• Re‑appointed Jim Harberd to Southwest District Health Board – motion carried
• Authorized Chairman to sign LHTAC closeout documentation – motion carried
• Approved modification to Forest Service Agreement – motion carried
• Approved security camera system for interview room ($37,632.60 total, $7,526.52 per year) – motion carried
• Approved Ambulance District Orders No. 25‑33 (payroll $30,795.06) and No. 25‑34 (general $2,638.83) – motion carried
• Amended Moratorium Ordinance to exempt A2 zoning and set 182‑day limit – motion carried unanimously

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will meet to address a building permit moratorium and proposed code changes. The board will also review road bore applications and a museum budget request. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel, real property, and litigation.

• Action items regarding building permit moratorium
• Action items for culvert and road bore applications
• Museum budget request
• Action items for computer donations to school districts
• Request to release Prosecuting Attorney Memorandum and proposed code changes

The commissioners unanimously approved warrants totaling $279,196.94 for general expenses. They also approved the minutes from the May 12 and May 19 meetings. Motions were carried to approve culvert/approach placements and to allow the donation of ten used computers to county school districts.

• Approved warrants totaling $279,196.94 for general expenses (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 12, 2025 (as written)
• Approved minutes of May 19, 2025 (as written)
• Approved applications for placement of culverts/approaches (motion carried)
• Approved donation of ten used computers to Washington County school districts (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will discuss FY 2026 budget requests for the County Fair and WICAP. The board will also consider a moratorium request and a code review. Other business includes personnel matters and real property negotiations in executive session.

• Moratorium request and code review
• FY 2026 Budget Request for Washington County Fair
• FY 2026 Budget Request for WICAP
• Department of Parks & Recreation Off-Highway Vehicle Agreement
• SREDA Grant Approval

The commissioners approved a demand warrant to Ridley's for $175.79 and PCO #026 for $942.82 to troubleshoot lighting in the new annex building. They also approved the Off‑Highway Vehicle agreement with the Idaho Department of Parks & Recreation, allocating $2,572.76 from the OHV Fund and $3,282.65 from the IDPR OHV Law Enforcement Fund. A motion was passed directing Planning & Zoning to honor existing settlements and follow the current code as written. No emergency moratorium was adopted.

• Approved demand warrant to Ridley's $175.79 (motion carried)
• Approved PCO #026 lighting contract $942.82 (motion carried)
• Approved Off‑Highway Vehicle agreement with Idaho Dept of Parks & Recreation (fund allocations $2,572.76 and $3,282.65; motion carried)
• Directed Planning & Zoning to honor settlements and follow code as written (motion carried)
• Did not adopt an Emergency Moratorium on agricultural land divisions (discussion only)

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Weiser Ambulance District will meet to conduct general business. The agenda includes a review of claims and the Budget vs Actual Expense Report.

• Review of Budget vs Actual Expense Report
• Review of claims

Weed Advisory Board

The Washington County Weed Advisory Board meets Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. to recognize poster contest winners, approve minutes and claims, and discuss the spring newsletter. An action item on the weed tour will be considered, along with project reports for Advent Gulch Valley View and Salubria Midvale Waterways. The meeting is largely procedural with routine approvals.

• Recognition of 2025 poster contest winners
• Approval of minutes and claims
• Weed tour as an action item
• Project reports for Advent Gulch Valley View and Salubria Midvale Waterways
• Spring newsletter discussion

The board announced that the Salubria event will be held on May 28, 2025, and the Midvale Weed Beaters event will be moved to June 6, 2025. A Weed Tour is scheduled for June 12, 2025, and there will be no meetings in July or August. The next board meeting is set for Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.

• Rescheduled Salubria event to May 28, 2025
• Rescheduled Midvale Weed Beaters to June 6, 2025
• Scheduled Weed Tour for June 12, 2025
• Declared no board meetings in July and August
• Set next meeting for June 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.

Rodent Board Meeting

The Washington County Rodent District will meet to approve minutes, review recent expenditures and the bounty report, discuss a recent trapping seminar, and begin planning the 2025 budget. The meeting is scheduled for May 13, 2025, in Weiser. No specific dollar amounts or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Review of district expenditures and bounty report
• Discussion of recent trapping seminar and future plans
• 2025 budget planning as an action item

The Rodent District Board approved the May 13 meeting minutes as presented. The board also accepted the district expenditure and tail bounty reports. Finally, the board adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Accepted meeting minutes (motion by Troy Mock, second by Bob Shirts, carries)
• Accepted expenditure and tail bounty reports (motion by Bob Shirts, carries)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Troy Mock, second by Curtis Hickey, unanimous)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Board of Commissioners will consider a retirement resolution for Sheriff Matt Thomas, hear a budget request from the Weiser Senior Center, and discuss building permits. General business includes approval of claims, a Department of Commerce grant agreement, and a revised quote from B&W Heating & Cooling. The board will also hold executive sessions on personnel, real property negotiations, and pending litigation.

• Retirement resolution for Sheriff Matt Thomas (action item)
• Weiser Senior Center budget request presented by Karin Hoffer
• Discussion of building permits with Joe Kulp and Planning & Zoning staff
• Executive session under Idaho Code for personnel, real property negotiations, and litigation
• Department of Commerce Grant Agreement and revised quote from B&W Heating & Cooling

The Washington County Board approved several alcohol‑beverage catering permits for Sunnyside Sips and two demand warrants totaling $289.82. It authorized the Idaho Gem Grant for the Bore‑Buddy Project, approved a $6,825 heating‑cooling bid for the Prosecutor’s Office, and approved a culvert placement application on Hall Road. The Auditor was authorized to issue warrants for $473,696.28 in general expenses, and the Board directed Planning and Zoning to follow the prosecuting attorney’s memorandum on settlements.

• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips (June 6, 2025) – motion carried
• Approved demand warrant to Ridley’s Market for $148.82 – motion carried
• Approved demand warrant to Comfort Zone for $141.00 – motion carried
• Approved Idaho Gem Grant Agreement for the Bore‑Buddy Project – motion carried
• Approved updated $6,825 bid for heating and cooling unit for Prosecutor’s Office – motion carried
• Authorized auditor to issue warrants totaling $473,696.28 for general expenses – unanimous
• Approved Application for placement of culvert on Hall Road parcel #RP14N02W197500 – motion carried
• Directed Planning and Zoning to honor settlements and follow prosecuting attorney’s memorandum – unanimous

County Commissioner Board

The meeting of the Weiser Ambulance District scheduled for May 12, 2025, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions occurred. The next regular meeting is set for May 19, 2025.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review a reconnaissance-level survey and establish priority properties for preservation. They will also discuss the Weiser Middle School gymnasium National Register nomination grant, the Sunnyside School grant report, and the demolition-by-neglect endangered list. The meeting includes public survey results on the Weiser Historic Preservation Plan and training events.

• Review of reconnaissance-level survey and establishing priority properties
• Weiser Middle School gymnasium NR nomination application CLG grant
• Sunnyside School NR grant report
• Demolition by neglect – endangered list
• Preservation Camp Training in Payette on June 14th

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the April 7, 2025 meeting after a motion was made and seconded. The commission also agreed to resume monthly meetings instead of the previously planned quarterly schedule. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved April 7, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Changed meeting frequency to monthly meetings (unanimous agreement)

Fair Board

The Washington County Fair Board will meet to vote on several action items including a contract with American Cross Blood Drive for 2025, a raise for large animal judges ($50/day), and a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for 2025. They will also discuss swine floor buyer, breeding rule for dairy goats, and weigh-in procedures. Updates will be given on RV storage, Hells Canyon Days camping, and the 40' barn addition funds.

• Action item: American Cross Blood Drive Contract 2025
• Action item: Large Animal Judge Raise, $50/Day
• Action item: MOU 2025
• Discussion: Swine Floor Buyer and Breeding Rule for Dairy Goat
• Discussion: Swine/Sheep/Goat Weigh-In procedures

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will meet May 5 to handle general business including road and bridge matters, a public hearing on a tax deed at 1 p.m., and multiple executive sessions for personnel and legal discussions. The board will also consider a quote from B&W Heating and Cooling and discuss additions to the WWII Memorial Wall.

• Public hearing on a pending tax deed at 1:00 p.m.
• B&W Heating and Cooling quote and addition to WWII Memorial Wall
• Culvert and road bore applications and grading work discussion with Road and Bridge
• Ambulance discussion at 10:00 a.m.
• Executive sessions for personnel, litigation, and real property negotiations

The Washington County Board approved a retail alcoholic beverage license for Dirty Burger, LLC at 114 East Main Street. It also approved the addition of names to the WWII Memorial Wall, a $6,650 heating contract for the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, and a right‑of‑way utility permit. Additional approvals included commissioner exemptions, ambulance district expense orders, and the April 28 meeting minutes.

• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License for Dirty Burger, LLC (114 East Main St, Weiser) – motion carried
• Approved addition of names to the WWII Memorial Wall – motion carried
• Approved B & W Heating and Cooling bid $6,650.00 for Prosecuting Attorney’s Office – motion carried
• Approved Application and Permit to Use Right-of-Way, Utilities – motion carried
• Approved Commissioner exemptions for Pacific Fiber, AFC Finishing, golf course, and Weiser Rodeo Association – motion carried
• Approved Ambulance District Order No. 25-29 payroll expenses $33,967.28 – motion carried
• Approved Ambulance District Order No. 25-30 general expenses $6,330.14 – motion carried
• Approved minutes of the April 28, 2025 meeting as amended – motion carried

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Weiser Ambulance District will meet to conduct general business. The agenda includes a review of claims and the Budget vs Actual Expense Report.

• Review of Budget vs Actual Expense Report
• Review of claims

County Commissioner Board

The board will discuss multiple items including 2026 budget requests from Southwest District Health and the City of Weiser Airport. Other agenda items include an Agriculture Protection Area discussion, a grant fund purchase for emergency management, and an executive session for personnel, real property negotiations, and litigation. The board will also consider road and bridge applications, assessor exemptions, and other general business.

• Southwest District Health 2026 Budget Request presented by Nikki Zogg.
• City of Weiser 2026 Airport Budget Request presented by Mike Campbell.
• Agriculture Protection Area Discussion with Tristian Winegar and Jace Roberts.
• SHSP Grant Fund Purchase for Emergency Manager Johnny Biddinger.
• Executive Session for personnel, real property negotiations, and litigation.

The Commissioners unanimously authorized $82,700.13 in general expense warrants and $795.00 in indigent expense warrants. They approved the placement of culverts near the Hansen and River Dock Roads intersection and the purchase of conference chairs up to $5,000 from state Homeland Security funds. The board also approved the amended Board of Community Guardians bylaws and entered executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Approved $82,700.13 general expense warrants (unanimous)
• Approved $795.00 indigent expense warrants (unanimous)
• Approved placement of culverts near Hansen and River Dock Roads (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of chairs for conference/training rooms up to $5,000 (motion carried)
• Approved amended Board of Community Guardians bylaws (motion carried)
• Entered executive session to discuss pending litigation (unanimous)
• Motion to accept B&W Heating and Cooling bid died for lack of a second
• Requested a new bid for a cooling system from B&W Heating and Cooling

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Weiser Ambulance District did not hold a meeting on April 28, 2025. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 5, 2025.

• No items were discussed—meeting cancelled

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Weiser Ambulance District board, will review the budget vs. actual expense report and approve claims. The agenda consists of routine procedural items with no specific rezonings, contracts, or public hearings listed.

• Weiser Ambulance District general business and claims approval
• Budget vs. actual expense report review
• Action items on district operations

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will handle general business including liquor licenses, demand warrants, and contracts for heating/cooling quotes, annual no-spray agreements, and a contract with Tyler/Access Idaho. They will also hold public hearings on a special use permit for George & Jeri Soulier and a variance for Bruce Winegar, followed by executive sessions for litigation and personnel matters.

• Public hearing on George & Jeri Soulier special use decision
• Public hearing on Bruce Winegar variance decision
• Contract between Washington County and Tyler/Access Idaho
• Beniton Construction change orders
• Grant sponsorship for Washington County Fair

The commissioners approved several Alcohol Beverage Catering permits for Sunnyside Sips on multiple May dates, a demand warrant for $4,996.20 to HDR Engineering, and a grant sponsorship letter to the Mellon Foundation for the county fair. They also approved owner‑responsibility agreements for noxious weeds, Beniton change orders totaling $7,959.88, and ambulance district expense orders of $31,996.58 and $10,149.66. The special use request for a farm and ranch house temporary dwelling was approved, and the building inspector’s cell‑phone charges will be paid from the planning and zoning budget.

• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips – May 3, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips – May 17, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved Demand Warrant to HDR Engineering for $4,996.20 (motion carried)
• Approved Grant Sponsorship Letter to Mellon Foundation for Washington County Fair (motion carried)
• Approved Owner Responsibility and Maintenance Agreements for noxious weeds – Peggy Tiedemann and Matt McQueen (motion carried)
• Approved Beniton Change Order PCCO #021 for $6,088.35 (motion carried)
• Approved Ambulance District Order No. 25‑27 payroll expense $31,996.58 (motion carried)
• Approved Special Use Request for farm and ranch house temporary housing (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will hold a general business session covering claims, change orders, HVAC quotes, board appointments, the annual roadside spray agreement, and a proposed rescission of the hiring and retention bonus policy. They will also discuss House Bill 329 and a contract between the county and Tyler/Access Idaho. Scheduled presentations include updates from Road and Bridge, Juvenile Probation, Information Technology, and the Forest Service. The board plans to convene in executive session for personnel, real property negotiations, and pending litigation.

• Recission of Hiring, Retention Bonus Policy
• Contract Between Washington County & Tyler/Access Idaho
• House Bill 329 Discussion
• Executive sessions for personnel, real property acquisition, and pending litigation
• Annual Roadside Spray Agreement

The commissioners approved multiple financial items, including HVAC quotes for the Comfort Zone, a freeze on the hiring/retention bonus policy, and several demand warrants. They also adopted the Treasurer/Auditor Joint Quarterly Report and a No Spray Agreement with Five Diamonds, LLC. General expense warrants totaling $494,934.23 were authorized, and the board entered executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approved Comfort Zone HVAC quotes: $7,450.56 for a unit and $12,913.59 for courthouse replacement (motion carried)
• Frozen hiring/retention bonus policy until further notice (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrant to Amerititle $3,801.00 for Bain right-of-way acquisition (motion carried)
• Approved demand warrants to Home Depot $89.93 and Ridley's Market $216.87 (motion carried)
• Approved Treasurer/Auditor Joint Quarterly Report and March 2025 cash statement for $16,152,953.12 (motion carried)
• Approved No Spray Agreement with Five Diamonds, LLC (motion carried)
• Approved Beniton change orders: PCO #024 $6,088.35, PCO #013 credit $1,757.00, PCO #025 $913.53, PCCO #020 $2,465.20 (motion carried)
• Authorized issuance of general expense warrants totaling $494,934.23 (unanimous)

County Commissioner Board

The meeting of the Board of Weiser Ambulance District scheduled for April 14, 2025 is cancelled. The next regular meeting will be Monday, April 21, 2025 at the Washington County Courthouse.

• No meeting held on April 14, 2025; next meeting set for April 21, 2025

Weed Advisory Board

The board will review spring tax assessment inserts and the spring newsletter. Members will take action on the weed tour and the 2026 Cooperator Appreciation Dinner. The board will also determine locations for presentations and set a summer meeting schedule.

• Review of spring tax assessment insert
• Action on Weed Tour
• Planning for 2026 Cooperator Appreciation Dinner (date, presenter, and caterer)
• Determination of presentation locations
• Setting the summer meeting schedule

The board accepted the March 11, 2025 minutes as written. It approved the draft tax assessment inserts for noxious and invasive species. A motion passed to skip meetings in July and August and resume in September. The board also tasked Bonnie with obtaining quotes for the 2026 Cooperator Appreciation Dinner.

• Accepted March 11, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved tax assessment inserts draft (motion carried)
• Postponed July and August meetings, resume September (motion carried)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Washington County Historic Preservation Commission will consider adopting a demolition ordinance and establishing an endangered buildings list. The commission also plans to award a contract for the Weiser Middle School National Register nomination and discuss volunteer hours for a Sunnyside School grant. Reports include updates on several historic properties and the termination of a MITS grant.

• Consideration of a demolition ordinance
• Establishment of an endangered buildings list
• Contract award for Weiser Middle School NR nomination CLG grant
• Volunteer hours donation signature sheets for Sunnyside School CLG grant
• Report on demolition of Idaho Homes and Land office

The commission approved the joint minutes from January 6, 2025 and the City minutes from March 3, 2025. No other decisions, approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved 01-06-25 joint minutes and 03-03-25 City minutes

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will meet to discuss general business, personnel matters, and real property negotiations. The board will review a proposed ordinance regarding the City of Cambridge Area of City Impact. Other items include road and bridge applications and a board report for community guardians.

• Proposed ordinance for City of Cambridge Area of City Impact
• Agape Bridge Solutions Master Services Agreement
• Cove Road Bridge closing documents for Parcel #3, James Bain
• Beniton Construction change orders
• Washington County Board of Community Guardians annual report and amended by-laws

The board approved the Operation of Funds/Statement of Treasurer’s Cash for January 2025 in the amount of $19,659,162.35 and for February 2025 in the amount of $17,534,199.23. It also approved three Alcohol Beverage Catering permits for Sunnyside Farm and Events LLC (April 19, 24, 26 2025), a Master Services Agreement with Agape Bridge Solutions, and a $5,133.75 countertop upgrade funded by PILT. The board authorized a $913.07 data‑cable purchase for the sheriff’s annex and approved Ambulance District payroll and general expense orders.

• Approved Operation of Funds statement for Jan 2025 ($19,659,162.35) – motion carried
• Approved Operation of Funds statement for Feb 2025 ($17,534,199.23) – motion carried
• Approved three Alcohol Beverage Catering permits for Sunnyside Farm (April 19, 24, 26 2025) – motion carried
• Approved Agape Bridge Solutions Master Services Agreement – motion carried
• Approved culvert placement applications for multiple landowners – motion carried
• Approved countertop upgrade $5,133.75 from PILT funds – motion carried
• Approved purchase of data cable $913.07 from sheriff’s budget – motion carried
• Approved Ambulance District Order 25 payroll $33,234.69 and Order 26 general $10,992.79 – motion carried

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners, sitting as the Board of Weiser Ambulance District, will review claims and the budget versus actual expense report, then enter executive session under Idaho Code to discuss personnel matters and pending litigation. Action items may follow.

• Review of claims
• Budget vs. actual expense report review
• Executive session for personnel matters (I.C. 74-206(1)(a) & (b))
• Executive session for legal counsel on pending litigation (I.C. 74-206(1)(f))

Fair Board

The Washington County Fair Board is holding a regular meeting with multiple action items including updates on the fair sale, printing of 500 fair books, and approval of contracts such as the American Cross Blood Drive and Weiser Friends NRA. The board will also discuss rental fee waivers/reductions, a 5-year plan, and budget information. An executive session is scheduled.

• Action Item: Sale Update
• Action Item: Fair Book, Print 500
• Action Item: MOU 2025
• Action Item: Rental Fee Waives/Reductions
• Action Item: American Cross Blood Drive Contract 2025

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Board of Commissioners will not meet on March 31, 2025. This is based on a motion carried on February 18, 2025, to not meet on the 5th Monday of the month. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 7, 2025.

County Commissioner Board

The agenda for this meeting contains only procedural boilerplate. No specific action items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will hold public hearings and take action on three land-use decisions: rezones for Luis & Maria M. Negrete and Rodney C. Panike, and a special use permit for Bomont Stearns on behalf of JN Randall Century Ranch LLC. The board will also discuss a Cove Road Bridge construction agreement, an annex building remodel update, and receive a BLM update. Executive sessions are scheduled for personnel, real property negotiations, and legal counsel.

• Luis & Maria M. Negrete Rezone Decision
• Rodney C. Panike Rezone Decision
• Bomont Stearns/JN Randall Century Ranch LLC Special Use Decision
• Cove Road Bridge Construction Agreement Project No. A019
• Beniton Construction Change Orders and Annex Building Remodel Update

The commissioners approved a $4,000 demand warrant to Ideal Lending, LLC and a $1,354.95 Beniton change order. They authorized the auditor to issue warrants totaling $382,592.78 for general expenses, with a unanimous vote. The board also approved rezoning for two parcels and a special‑use request contingent on FEMA flood‑plain requirements.

• Approved demand warrant $4,000 to Ideal Lending, LLC (motion carried)
• Approved Beniton Change Order PCO #020 for $1,354.95 (motion carried)
• Authorized auditor authorized to issue warrants totaling $382,592.78 for general expenses (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for Luis and Maria M. Negrete (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for Rodney C. Panike with easement consideration (unanimous)
• Approved special‑use request for JN Randall Century Ranch LLC contingent on FEMA flood‑plain requirements (unanimous)
• Approved Beniton to cover 75% of the cost to install a 24‑fiber cable (motion carried)
• Entered executive session to discuss pending litigation and legal counsel (unanimous)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will meet with the Weiser Ambulance District to review general business, claims, and a budget vs actual expense report. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters and pending litigation.

• Review of Weiser Ambulance District budget vs actual expenses
• Claims review for the Weiser Ambulance District
• Executive session for personnel matters and pending litigation

County Commissioner Board

At this meeting, the Washington County Commissioners will address general business items including liquor licenses, demand warrants, and cabling quotes. They will consider appointments to the Weed Board and Planning & Zoning Commission, hear updates on road and bridge projects and the annex building remodel, and discuss the Sheriff's Bureau of Land Management law enforcement work statement. The board will also hold executive sessions for personnel matters, real property negotiations, and legal counsel.

• Executive sessions for personnel, real property, and litigation
• Road and Bridge: culvert and road bore applications
• Appointments to Weed Board and Planning & Zoning Commission
• Sheriff's BLM Law Enforcement Work Statement
• Annex Building Remodel update (Beniton Construction)

The Board approved a retail liquor license for Las Esmeraldas Weiser, LLC, three demand warrants for Cove Road Bridge land parcels, and a change order for the Annex Building remodel. They also appointed Reece Robinett to the Noxious Weed Advisory Board and Seth Matthews to the Planning and Zoning Commission, and approved a BLM patrol agreement. Several items were discussed but not decided, including fiber cable replacement and server warranty costs.

• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 31 for Las Esmeraldas Weiser, LLC
• Approved $3,154.03 demand warrant to Amerititle LLC for Cove Road Bridge parcel #3
• Approved $33,792.39 demand warrant to Amerititle LLC for Cove Road Bridge parcel #6
• Approved $5,656.00 demand warrant to Amerititle LLC for Cove Road Bridge parcel #5
• Approved Beniton Change Order PCO #21 for $10,207.15 contingency reconciliation
• Approved transfer of 1996 Dodge Ram 3500 from Weed Dept to Road & Bridge
• Appointed Reece Robinett to Noxious Weed Advisory Board
• Appointed Seth Matthews to Planning and Zoning Commission

Rodent Board Meeting

The Washington County Rodent District will consider approving previous meeting minutes, review recent expenditures and the bounty report, and finalize details for a trapping seminar scheduled for March 15, 2025 (with a bad-weather backup plan). The board will also set the next regular meeting date for May 13, 2025.

• Approve minutes from prior meeting
• Review of recent district expenditures and bounty report (action item)
• Trapping seminar planning: March 15, 2025, bad-weather backup, presenter update, location setup, last-minute details
• Next meeting set for Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

The Washington County Rodent District Board approved the minutes from January 14, 2025, and accepted the expenditure and tail bounty reports as presented. The board also discussed the upcoming trapping seminar and authorized Curtis and Bonnie to reschedule it if weather is poor, with a tentative backup date of March 29. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of January 14, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted expenditure report showing cash balance $32,006.33 and budget balance $47,453.39 (unanimous)
• Accepted tail bounty report: 5,893 tails received, $8,839.50 expended, $23,160.50 remaining (unanimous)
• Directed Curtis and Bonnie to decide on rescheduling trapping seminar if weather poor, with tentative date March 29

Weed Advisory Board

The Washington County Weed Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes and claims, discuss the 2025 project schedule, and review tax assessment inserts and the spring newsletter. The board will also consider weed suggestions, plan the annual weed tour, and review catering quotes. New business includes a board member action item and announcements.

• Approve claims
• 2025 project schedule discussion
• Spring tax assessment inserts
• Spring newsletter action item
• Weed tour action item

The Washington County Weed Advisory Board accepted Royce Schwenkfelder's resignation and appointed Reece Robinett to fill the vacancy. The board also approved a catering quote for the weed tour and selected weeds for the tax insert. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Accepted Royce Schwenkfelder's resignation (motion carried)
• Appointed Reece Robinett to fill vacant board seat (motion carried)
• Approved Incahoots Catering quote at $28 per plate for weed tour lunch (motion carried)
• Selected weeds for 2025 tax insert: yellow starthistle, diffuse knapweed, puncturevine, redroot pigweed, myrtle spurge, catchweed bedstraw

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will meet to address general business, including personnel matters and real property negotiations in executive sessions. The board will review a development agreement for BND Holdings, LLC and a building inspector contract.

• BND Holdings, LLC Development Agreement decision
• Building Inspector Contract
• Memorandum of Understanding with Idaho Department of Fish and Game
• 1998 International Truck parts purchase
• Beniton Construction change orders

The Board approved general expense warrants totaling $312,481.96, authorized the purchase of radios for Midvale Fire using SHSP grant funds, and approved the purchase of a 1998 International 4700 truck for parts at no more than $5,000. The Board also approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Idaho Fish and Game for Karnes Access maintenance (without trash receptacle) and a contract with T. Young Inspection for building inspections. All votes were unanimous with Commissioner Nate Marvin absent.

• Approved general expense warrants totaling $312,481.96 (unanimous)
• Instructed Emergency Manager to proceed with radio purchase for Midvale Fire using SHSP grant funds
• Approved purchase of 1998 International 4700 truck for parts at no more than $5,000 (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Idaho Fish and Game for Karnes Access maintenance without trash receptacle (unanimous)
• Approved Porta Pros service for porta potty at $278/month (unanimous)
• Approved Development Agreement with BND Holdings, LLC as amended (unanimous)
• Approved contract with T. Young Inspection, LLC for building inspections (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Residency for Tristin Moxley (unanimous)

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Weiser Ambulance District will not hold a meeting on March 10, 2025. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 17, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

Fair Board

The Washington County Fair Board is meeting to take action on multiple items including sale updates, enrollment for FFA and 4-H, show schedules, the 2025 MOU, a water district contract rate, and an Idaho Realtors grant. The board will also receive reports from the Extension Office, 4-H Leaders Council, treasurer, maintenance, and commissioners, and may enter executive session. The next regular meeting is set for April 2nd.

• Action item: MOU 2025
• Action item: Water District Contract Rate
• Action item: Idaho Realtors Grant
• Action item: R&M Steel Building project
• Action item: Commercial fridge for Exhibit Hall

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will hold a business meeting with general items including liquor licenses, warrants, and a waterways grant. Key discussions include a development agreement with BND Holdings, accessory dwelling unit regulations, and a decision on a turn lane at Highway 95 and Shoepeg Road. The board will also consider the purchase of a 1985 International truck, a chip seal oil piggyback agreement, and changes to the Beniton Construction project. Personnel matters and an executive session regarding litigation are also scheduled.

• Discussion of BND Holdings, LLC Development Agreement
• Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) discussion
• Decision on turn lane at Highway 95 and Shoepeg Road
• Purchase of 1985 International Truck
• Beniton Construction Change Orders

The Board approved a $16,375 Idaho Parks and Recreation Waterways Grant MOU, purchased a 1985 International truck, and piggybacked off Power County's bid for chip seal oil from Ergon Asphalt. They also amended the BND Holdings Development Agreement to remove county responsibility for recording fees and timeliness, and approved ambulance district expenses. The Highway 95/Shoepseg Road turn lane project was delayed due to cost and time constraints.

• Approved Idaho Parks and Recreation Waterways Grant MOU ($16,375, 50% match) (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 1985 International truck (unanimous)
• Approved piggyback purchase of chip seal oil from Ergon Asphalt (unanimous)
• Amended BND Holdings Development Agreement to remove county responsibility for recording fees and timeliness (unanimous)
• Approved Weiser Ambulance District Order No. 25-21 for payroll ($33,651.53) (unanimous)
• Approved Weiser Ambulance District Order No. 25-22 for general expenses ($1,699.94) (unanimous)
• Delayed Highway 95/Shoepseg Road turn lane project due to cost and time constraints

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss several report items including the Weiser Historic District status, SHPO staff changes, and a CLG grant for the Weiser Middle School gymnasium National Register nomination. They will also consider an appointment to the commission and a workshop on the Weiser Historic Preservation Plan. Minutes from the previous meeting are up for approval.

• Discussion of Weiser Historic District status
• SHPO staff changes (Maria Rachal vs Alexis Matrone)
• Weiser Middle School gymnasium NR nomination application (CLG grant)
• Appointment of Josh Dalton to HPC
• Weiser HPP workshop

The Weiser Historic Preservation Commission tabled approval of January minutes until April, confirmed Josh Dolton's appointment, and resubmitted a CLG grant for the Middle School gymnasium with revised matching funds. SHPO confirmed potential for a National Register Historic District but requires a survey. A workshop on the Historic Preservation Plan was held.

• Tabled approval of January 6, 2025 minutes until April joint meeting
• Resubmitted CLG grant application for Weiser Middle School gymnasium with $500 cash and $7,500 in-kind match
• Confirmed Josh Dolton's appointment to fill unexpired HPC seat
• Held Historic Preservation Plan workshop with consultant Sheri Freemuth

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Weiser Ambulance District will review claims and budget versus actual expense reports. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters and pending or likely litigation.

• Review of Budget vs Actual Expense Report
• Review of claims
• Executive session on personnel matters
• Executive session regarding pending/imminently likely litigation

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will hold general business including approval of claims, liquor licenses, and a letter of support for the Frank Shirts Grazing Allotment. They will also consider a construction agreement for the Cove Road Bridge (Project No. A019) and hear updates on road and solid waste operations. Executive sessions are scheduled for personnel matters, real property negotiations, and legal counsel. A presentation on geothermal information will be given at 11:00 a.m.

• Letter of Support for Frank Shirts Grazing Allotment
• Beniton Construction Change Orders
• Cove Road Bridge Construction Agreement Project No. A019
• Executive sessions under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a), (b), (c), and (f)
• Geothermal Information Presentation by Scott Nichols

The Board approved the State/Local Agreement for the Cove Road Bridge project with the Idaho Transportation Department and designated Chairman Harberd as the authorized representative. They also approved an alcohol catering permit, a letter of support for grazing allotments, and authorized $203,937.54 in general expenses. A proposed bathroom removal in the Annex Building was approved, while a truck purchase was tabled pending more information.

• Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Farm and Events, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Support for reinstatement of grazing allotments for Frank Shirts Jr. (unanimous)
• Approved elimination of bathroom in northwest corner of Annex Building (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 18, 2025 as written
• Authorized warrants totaling $203,937.54 for general expenses (unanimous)
• Designated Chairman Harberd as authorized representative for Cove Road Bridge Project (unanimous)
• Approved State/Local Agreement, Project No. A019, Cove Road Bridge contract with ITD (unanimous)
• Tabled purchase of 1985 International truck pending additional information

County Commissioner Board

The Board of Weiser Ambulance District meeting scheduled for February 24, 2025, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is set for March 3, 2025.

County Commissioner Board

The board will take action on the Cove Road Bridge construction agreement, an MOU with Idaho Fish & Game for garbage service at Karnes Access, and several executive sessions for personnel, legal, and property matters. Also on the agenda are planning and zoning items, an ambulance district update, and IT upgrades. General business includes claims, permits, and a donation request.

• Cove Road Bridge Closing Documents and Construction Agreement Project No. A019
• Memorandum of Understanding with Idaho Fish & Game for garbage service at Karnes Access
• Beniton Construction Change Orders
• Rescind Decision of Gift of Firearm (prosecuting attorney)
• Original Parcel Project Request for Bid (planning and zoning)

The board approved a $26,652 quote from Idaho Department of Corrections for furnishings for the Sheriff Administration Office, with $18,985 from the Building and Grounds budget and $7,667 from SHSP grant funds. They also approved multiple demand warrants, including $508,777 to Idaho Transportation Department and $59,226.10 to Washington County Fair, and approved right-of-way acquisitions for the Cove Road Bridge Project totaling $42,503.02. The board rescinded a decision to gift a firearm to the former prosecuting attorney and approved two ambulance district orders for payroll and general expenses.

• Approved $26,652 furnishings quote for Sheriff Administration Office (3-0)
• Approved demand warrant $59,226.10 to Washington County Fair
• Approved demand warrant $508,777 to Idaho Transportation Department
• Approved Cove Road Bridge right-of-way acquisitions totaling $42,503.02
• Rescinded firearm gift to former prosecuting attorney
• Approved Ambulance Order 25-19 for $35,651.53 payroll
• Approved Ambulance Order 25-20 for $22,356.22 general expenses
• Approved Treasurer/Auditor Joint Quarterly Report of $15,403,934.18

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners, sitting as the Weiser Ambulance District board, will hold a meeting that includes a decision on the Idaho Power Judgment, general business, claims, and an executive session for personnel matters and legal counsel regarding potential litigation. Action items will follow the executive session.

• Idaho Power Judgment Decision
• Executive Session for personnel matters (I.C. 74-206(1)(a)&(b)) and legal counsel regarding pending/imminently likely litigation (I.C. 74-206(1)(f))
• Claims and general business for the Weiser Ambulance District

Weed Advisory Board

The board will elect a chair and appoint a recording secretary. Members will discuss the February 20 recertification seminar and coordinate spring communications, including tax assessment inserts and a newsletter.

• Election of Board-Elect Chair and appointment of Recording Secretary
• Updates on the February 20, 2025 Recertification Seminar
• Discussion of spring tax assessment insert postage and printing costs
• Planning for the Spring Newsletter and Weed Tour

The Washington County Weed Advisory Board re-elected Jerry Lunsford as chairman and Bonnie Davis as recording secretary. The board voted to move the February 20 recertification seminar to the Weed Department conference room due to a scheduling conflict with district wrestling. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were updates on the poster contest, tax assessment inserts, spring newsletter, and weed tour planning.

• Re-elected Jerry Lunsford as chairman (unanimous)
• Re-appointed Bonnie Davis as recording secretary (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of December 10, 2024 meeting (motion carried)
• Moved recertification seminar to Weed Department conference room (motion carried)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will meet to decide the final plat for the Lonesome Tree Ranch Subdivision, discuss possible updates to County Code Title 5, and consider several action items including a generator purchase with grant funds and change orders for Beniton Construction. Multiple executive sessions are scheduled to address personnel matters, real property negotiations, and pending litigation.

• Robert & Sandra Moss - Lonesome Tree Ranch Subdivision final plat decision
• Washington County Code Title 5 discussion
• Beniton Construction change orders (PCCO #013, PCCO #014, PCCO #015, PCO #019)
• Generator purchase with grant funds presented by Emergency Manager Johnny Biddinger
• Porta Potty at Karnes Access and County Fair funding donation

The Board approved the Robert and Sandra Moss-Lonesome Tree Ranch Subdivision Final Plat unanimously, after confirming all requirements were met. They also approved routine financial items, including the December 2024 treasurer's statement and several warrants. The board discussed but did not decide on a backup generator for Cambridge Fire, and tabled the Washington County Fair funding request until budget discussions.

• Approved December 2024 Operation in Funds/Statement of Treasurer's Cash for $15,403,934.18 (unanimous)
• Approved travel reimbursement warrant to Gordon Wilkerson for $101.08 (unanimous)
• Approved cell phone reimbursement warrants to Lyndon Haines ($15.00), Nate Marvin ($150.00), Jim Harberd ($45.00), and Gordon Wilkerson ($120.00) (all unanimous)
• Approved Beniton Change Orders PCO #19, PCO #15, PCCO #13, PCO #14 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 3, 2025, as written
• Authorized warrants for general expenses totaling $722,164.42 (unanimous)
• Authorized warrants for indigent expenses totaling $795.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Robert and Sandra Moss-Lonesome Tree Ranch Subdivision Final Plat (unanimous)

County Commissioner Board

The agenda for this meeting contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list any specific discussion items or decisions.

County Commissioner Board

The board reviewed correspondence and approved routine items including an alcoholic beverage license, certificates of residency, and various warrants and change orders. They received the 2024 county audit from Quest CPAs, which reported estimated six to seven months of reserve funds. The board also discussed the ambulance district audit, a solid waste management plan, and held executive sessions for personnel and legal matters.

• Resolution 25-02 regarding records to be destroyed
• Retail Alcoholic Beverage License #30 approved for Oles Tavern, LLC
• Claims totaling $157,351.78 authorized for general expenses
• 2024 County Annual Audit presented by Quest CPAs
• Washington County Solid Waste Management Plan discussed, with 75% of Phase I complete

The Board approved numerous routine items including retail liquor license #30 for Oles Tavern, LLC, two certificates of residency, several affidavits for lost/reissued warrants, and multiple Beniton Construction change orders (PCCO #010, #011, #011, #012, PCO #016, #018). They also approved Resolution 25-02 regarding records destruction, authorized $157,351.78 in general expense warrants, and approved the 2024 County Annual Audit as presented. The Board went into executive session twice for legal and personnel matters, and discussed but did not decide on a funding request from the Cambridge Midvale Senior Citizen Center.

• Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License #30 for Oles Tavern, LLC
• Approved Resolution 25-02 regarding records to be destroyed
• Authorized warrants totaling $157,351.78 for general expenses
• Approved multiple Beniton Construction change orders (PCCO #010, #011, #011, #012, PCO #016, #018)
• Approved 2024 County Annual Audit as presented
• Approved cell phone purchases for prosecutor, deputy prosecutor, and commissioners from First Net
• Approved Ambulance District Order No. 25-17 for payroll ($29,916.57) and Order No. 25-18 for general expenses ($14,294.33)
• Removed Lyndon Haines as signer and added Jim Harberd to Ambulance District Umpqua Bank account

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners, sitting as the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District, will meet to consider the 2024 annual audit presented by Kurt Folke. They will also discuss an Idaho Power judgment, review claims, and consider authorized signers for Umpqua Bank. An executive session is planned for personnel matters and legal counsel regarding pending litigation, followed by possible action items.

• 2024 Ambulance District Annual Audit by Kurt Folke
• Idaho Power Judgment Discussion
• Discussion of Authorized Signers for Umpqua Bank
• Claims review
• Executive Session under I.C. 74-206(1)(a), (b), and (f)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Board of Commissioners will not meet on January 27, 2025. This cancellation is due to the Idaho Association of Counties Mid-Winter Conference.

Fair Board

The Washington County Fair Board meets to consider numerous action items including show times, livestock judges, contracts with ShoWorks and Extension, a memorandum of understanding for 2025, and election of officers. Reports from the Extension Office, 4-H Leaders Council, treasurer, and maintenance will also be presented. The board will discuss funding for a 40-foot barn addition and a steel building project.

• Confirm Show & Check-In Times
• Action Item: ShoWorks Vendor & Extension Contract & FFA
• Action Item: MOU 2025
• Update: 40' Barn Addition Funds
• Action Item: Election of Officers, submit to commissioners

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Weiser Ambulance District board, will convene for general business, claims review, and an executive session under Idaho Code to discuss personnel matters and pending or imminent litigation. No specific dollar amounts or project names are listed on the agenda.

• Executive session for personnel matters (I.C. 74-206(1)(a) & (b))
• Executive session to communicate with legal counsel on pending/imminent litigation (I.C. 74-206(1)(f))
• Claims review and general business
• Action items to follow executive session

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will meet to discuss personnel matters in executive sessions and review county business. The board will hold a public hearing regarding a rezone decision for the Bonnie Walker Estate.

• Public hearing for Jon C. Walker regarding Bonnie Walker Estate rezone decision
• Beniton Change Orders # 9, 10, 14, & 15
• Personnel matters in executive sessions
• Culvert and Road Bore Applications
• Historic Preservation Committee Appointments

The Board approved a rezone of 2.7 acres off Indianhead Road from A1 (agricultural) to C2 (commercial) with a development agreement, allowing a dental office and potential medical complex. The Board also hired Danny Roark as Building Inspector at $55,000/year, approved several warrants and change orders, and assigned commissioners to various boards.

• Approved rezone of Walker property (2.7 acres) from A1 to C2 with development agreement
• Approved hiring Danny Roark as Building Inspector at $55,000/year with merit increases
• Approved demand warrants to Idaho State Tax Commission ($264.30, $392.03) and Zions Bank ($152.35, $123.00)
• Approved change orders submitted by Beniton Construction
• Approved county credit cards for Commissioner Harberd ($1,000) and Prosecuting Attorney Pearce ($1,300)
• Appointed Jennifer Neider and Alan Picket to Historic Preservation Committee
• Approved Idaho Power application for buried cable on Cove, Weiser River, and Mann Creek roads
• Approved Weiser Ambulance District orders: payroll $37,419.52 and general $19,197.11

Weed Advisory Board

The Washington County Weed Advisory Board will meet to appoint a Chair and Recording Secretary. The board will also discuss the February 20 recertification seminar and materials for a poster contest and spring tax assessment inserts.

• Appointment of Board-Elect Chair and Recording Secretary
• Approval of claims
• Recertification Seminar scheduled for February 20, 2025
• Discussion of poster contest material distribution
• Planning for spring tax assessment inserts and newsletter

Rodent Board Meeting

The Washington County Rodent District board will approve minutes, review recent expenditures and the bounty report, and discuss education and outreach including a mailer to landowners. They will also set a date, time, and location for a trapping seminar. The next meeting is scheduled for March 11, 2025.

• Review of recent district expenditures and bounty report (action item)
• Discussion of education/outreach mailer to Rodent District landowners
• Setting date, time, and location for a trapping seminar
• Approve minutes from previous meeting
• Next meeting date set for March 11, 2025

The Washington County Rodent District Board approved paying $100 honoraria to each of three presenters at the March 15, 2025 trapping seminar, and approved updating and printing the spring mailer. They also accepted the district expenditure and tail bounty reports, noting a cash balance of $13,602.12 and 4,480 tails received. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $100 honorarium for each of three seminar presenters
• Approved updating and printing the spring mailer
• Accepted expenditure report (cash balance $13,602.12)
• Accepted tail bounty report (4,480 tails, $6,720 expended)

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will handle routine business and several action items, including a resolution to set the mileage reimbursement rate, appointments, tax cancellations, executive sessions, and a planning and zoning decision. They will also consider naming the Sheriff Administration Building and purchasing a radio for Midvale Fire.

• Resolution 25-01 setting mileage reimbursement rate
• Naming of the Sheriff Administration Building
• Radio purchase for Midvale Fire
• Tax cancellations presented by Treasurer Sabrina Young
• Executive sessions for personnel, real estate, and legal counsel

The board approved an annual wage of $101,244 for Prosecuting Attorney True Pearce, to be revisited upon receipt of a contract from the City of Midvale. They also approved naming the new Sheriff's administration building the James M. Alexander Memorial Building and approved the purchase of four radios for Midvale Fire District at $4,933.76. The board approved Resolution No. 25-01 adopting the federal mileage reimbursement rate of 70 cents per mile, and approved tax cancellations totaling $16,340.29. A preliminary project on original parcels in the southwest corner of the county was approved for Title One, and a dwelling right for Elaine Strong was approved.

• Approved annual wage of $101,244 for Prosecuting Attorney True Pearce
• Approved naming Sheriff's administration building James M. Alexander Memorial Building
• Approved purchase of 4 radios for Midvale Fire District for $4,933.76
• Approved Resolution 25-01 adopting 70 cents/mile reimbursement rate
• Approved tax cancellations totaling $16,340.29
• Approved Title One preliminary project on original parcels in southwest county
• Approved dwelling right for Elaine Strong
• Approved warrants totaling $375,624.71 for general expenses

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners, sitting as the Board of Weiser Ambulance District, will meet to conduct general business, approve claims, and then enter an executive session under Idaho law to discuss personnel matters and communicate with legal counsel about pending or imminent litigation. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific policy items listed.

• Executive session under I.C. 74-206(1)(a) & (b) for personnel matters
• Executive session under I.C. 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel on pending/imminent litigation
• General business and claims approval

Historic Preservation Commission

The Washington County/City of Weiser Historic Preservation Commission will discuss several project status updates and take action on survey outreach for the Weiser Historic Preservation Plan, fill commission seat vacancies, and consider officer elections. The commission also notes CLG grant applications are due by January 31, 2025.

• CLG grant applications due 01-31-25
• Weiser HPP survey outreach action item
• City and County HP Commissioner seat vacancies
• Sunnyside School NR nomination status report
• LOR Foundation grant for Signal American digitalization

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the October 2024 minutes and decided to resubmit the Middle School Gymnasium National Register grant proposal as a City CLG project. They will not submit a County grant proposal this year. Officer elections were tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved October 7, 2024 minutes (motion carried)
• Resubmit Middle School Gymnasium grant proposal as City CLG project
• No County grant proposal submitted this year
• Tabled election of officers until next meeting

County Commissioner Board

The Washington County Commissioners will address a variance request for Weiser Airport, consider a change order for Beniton Construction, and discuss road and culvert applications. The board also plans to interview building inspector candidates and enter executive sessions for personnel, real property, and legal matters.

• Beniton Construction Change Order #9
• City of Weiser Airport Variance Request (Jim Metzger on behalf of the city)
• Jerod Odoms, Road and Bridge – culvert and road bore applications
• Elaine Strong Original Parcel discussion (lead by Prosecuting Attorney Delton Walker)
• Building Inspector Interviews

The Board approved reappointments to the Orchard Review Board, approved December 2024 financial statements, and approved change orders for the Beniton project. They also approved a variance for a new hangar at the City of Weiser Airport and authorized several executive sessions for personnel and legal matters. The Board agreed to name the new Sheriff's Administration Building the James M. Alexander Memorial Building and to give Delton Walker his service weapon.

• Reappointed Ron Kelley, Kathy Brooke, and Jean Pollock to Orchard Review Board
• Approved December 2024 financial statement of $16,260,097.37
• Approved Beniton Change Orders #7 and #9
• Approved City of Weiser Airport hangar variance
• Approved payroll orders 25-12 ($28,652.77), 25-13 ($30,912.92), and general order 25-14 ($27,973.66) for Weiser Ambulance District
• Agreed to name new Sheriff's Administration Building James M. Alexander Memorial Building
• Agreed to give Delton Walker his service weapon
• Held executive sessions for hiring and legal discussions