Crook County public meetings in 2023
49 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review several intergovernmental agreements and contracts. Discussions include funding for local public health services and a grant for a new generator at the Emergency Operations Center.
- SHSP Grant for a new generator at the Emergency Operations Center
- 2023-2025 IGAs for the Financing of Local Public Health Services (#180007-4 and #180007-5)
- Clear Ballot Contract and Master Services Agreement renewal
- Amendment to TownCloud Inc. contract
- Republic Services update regarding a December 20, 2023 analytical team meeting
Board of Commissioners
The Crook County Court will discuss the appointment of a new commissioner and review a community development strategic plan. The body is also considering a policy on property tax foreclosure overage payments and several grant agreements.
- Appointment of Susan Hermreck to Commissioner Position #1
- Order 2023-48 regarding property tax foreclosure overage payment management
- Amendment #2 to IRU agreement with PrineTime Internet Solutions, LLC
- 2023-25 Victims Of Crimes Act Grant Agreement
- Goods and Services Contract with TEC Equipment
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a continued public hearing regarding a request to hold commercial events on a property in the Exclusive Farm Use Zone. The body will also review minutes from September and November 2023.
- Public hearing for file 217-23-001215-PLNG: application for 18 annual commercial events on map/tax lot 1415200000600
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to review community development updates and various facility contracts. The body will also discuss a vacancy for Commission Position #1 and a Human Resources roadmap.
- Amendment #2 to Indefeasible Right To Use (IRU) agreement with PrineTime Internet Solutions, LLC
- Commission Position #1 Vacancy
- Goods and Services Contract with TEC Equipment
- Updated IGA for ePermit System
- Pacific Power E-Mobility Grant awarded to Justice Center
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 342 to regulate the airport. The body is also considering several hangar ground leases and a funding agreement for community mental health programs.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 342 to regulate the Airport
- Hangar ground leases for Shotgun Ranch Aviation, LLC and Buddy’s Hangars LLC
- Request for Secure Rural Schools (Title III) spending approval
- Recommendation of award for Rickman Pit rock crushing RFP
- Appointment of an Executive Director for the Bowman Museum
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to deliberate on several county matters. Discussion items include a public health services agreement and equipment for the Justice Center.
- 2023-2025 IGA for the Financing of Local Public Health Services in Crook County Agreement #180007-3
- Justice Center Workstation Purchase Orders
- Airport Hangar Transfer Documents from Cooper to Buddy’s Hangars
- Executive session to consult with counsel regarding current or likely litigation
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a final decision to reduce the number of lodging units at the Hidden Canyon Destination Resort. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a request to host 18 annual commercial events on a ranching tract.
- Review of RMG Destinations, LLC application to allow 50 overnight lodging units instead of 75 at Hidden Canyon Destination Resort
- Public hearing for file 217-23-001215-PLNG to allow 18 annual commercial events on tax lot 1415200000600
- Approval of October 24, 2023 minutes
Board of Commissioners
The Crook County Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding airport regulations and a Destination Resort Overlay Map amendment. The body is also considering a regional emergency services training center agreement and various staff and policy updates.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 342 to regulate the Airport
- Public hearing on second reading of Ordinance 337 regarding Destination Resort Overlay Map Amendment
- Intergovernmental agreement for a regional emergency services training and coordination center in Redmond
- Order 2023-46 to adopt a new employee handbook
- Construction bid for New Hangar Building Infrastructure
Board of Commissioners
The Crook County Court will hold a work session to deliberate on airport infrastructure and policy updates. The body will also review grant acceptances for law enforcement wellness and the State CAMI program.
- Approval of construction bid for new hangar building infrastructure
- Acceptance of FY 2023 Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act Implementation Project Grants
- Approval of 2023-2025 State CAMI grant
- Proposed fire prevention/noxious vegetation control program
- Public records fee waiver request from John Eisler
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a subdivision application and modifications to a resort development plan. These items affect land use and the number of lodging units permitted at a specific site.
- Continuation of public hearing for Bobby Kennedy II subdivision application (file 217-23-001387) near Davis Loop
- Application by RMG Destinations, LLC to reduce overnight lodging units from 75 to 50 at Hidden Canyon Destination Resort
- Review of modified Development Plan (217-23-001603-PLNG) and Final Development Plan (217-23-001604-PLNG)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct a first reading of Ordinance 337 to amend the county zoning map and comprehensive plan. The meeting also includes discussions on public health agreements, library grants, and the process to fill a vacant commissioner position.
- Public hearing for Ordinance 337 to amend the Destination Resort Overlay Zone Map
- Intergovernmental Agreement for the Financing of Local Public Health Services
- Meta grant for a new bookmobile
- Grants for the Glenn Miller Orchestra patriotic concert on March 16, 2024
- Funding agreement for a mineral/isotope study of the Crooked River
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a work session to discuss Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), an RRM5 update, and legislative updates. The meeting also includes community development updates.
- Work session on ADUs
- Work session on RRM5 update
- Work session on legislative updates
- Community Development Updates
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider a Master Funding Agreement with OJD and the ratification of a Chief Information Officer appointment. The meeting includes routine consent items and two executive sessions regarding litigation and real property transactions.
- Master Funding Agreement with OJD
- Ratification of Chief Information Officer (CIO) appointment
- Grant applications through ODOTs Local Bridge Program
- Crook County Solid Waste Application for a Disposal Fee Credit
- Appointments to the Board of Property Tax Appeals (Order 2023-44)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will discuss potential changes to the county's form of government and positions. The meeting also includes updates on community development and bridge grant applications.
- Proposed actions to change form of government and positions of Crook County government
- Ratification of appointment of Chief Information Officer (CIO)
- Grant applications through ODOTs Local Bridge Program
- Crook County Solid Waste Application for a Disposal Fee Credit
- Executive session regarding current or likely litigation
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a development plan for a 15-lot subdivision on R-10 zoned property. The body will also hold a work session to update the Juniper Acres Purpose Statement.
- Public hearing for Record Number 217-23-001387-PLNG: 15-lot subdivision on R-10 zoned property
- Work session: Juniper Acres Purpose Statement Update
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review several service agreements, including aviation services and inmate communications. The body is also discussing a $25,000 support request for the Soil and Water Conservation District and opioid settlement funds.
- Request for $25,000 County support for Crook County Soil and Water Conservation District
- Contract award to Greenbar Excavation for Library Patio Renovation Project
- Proposal for fuel and aviation services (FBO)
- Review of inmate communications services agreement and rate schedule with Smart Communications
- Supplement to Statewide Allocation Agreement for opioid settlement funds
Board of Commissioners
The Crook County Board of Commissioners will discuss several project updates and contract approvals. The meeting includes reviews of a historical center project and intergovernmental agreements for public health and community development.
- Contract award to Greenbar Excavation for the Library Patio Renovation Project
- Software subscription and technical support agreement renewal with Siemens
- Amendment to Intergovernmental Agreement for 'Central Oregon Regional Collaborative' for CDBG funds
- 2023-2025 IGA for Financing of Local Public Health Services (Agreement #180007-1) for tobacco prevention funds
- Update on the Belknap Exhibit Center Project
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider a public engagement process for a potential change in governance structure. The body is also reviewing contracts for airport runway engineering and a subgrant agreement for Combs Flat Road.
- Approval of a public engagement process for a potential change of governance structure
- Amendment to ARPA grant agreement PO-73000-00006939 for Combs Flat Road
- Runway Engineering and Design contract with Precision Approach
- FAA Grant Agreement for Runway 15/33
- Request to waive or reduce 20% of gross alcohol sales and deposits for Carey Foster Hall
The Board approved a contract with Precision Approach for runway engineering and design, supported by an FAA grant. Other actions included approving a fairgrounds lease assignment and a response letter regarding forest restoration. The Board also approved a sale agreement following an executive session.
- Approved $497,750 runway engineering and design contract with Precision Approach (2-0)
- Approved $450,000 FAA grant agreement for Runway 15/33 (2-0)
- Approved Fairgrounds lease assignment for Crooked River Model Railroad Club (2-0)
- Adopted county letter response to FS Mill Creek Dry Forest Restoration (2-0)
- Approved amendment no. 1 to ARPA grant agreement with City of Prineville for Combs Flat Road (2-0)
- Approved appointment to Housing Works (2-0)
- Approved public engagement process for potential governance structure change (2-0)
- Approved sale agreement and staff correspondence following executive session (2-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Crook County Board of Commissioners will discuss updating the Crook County Library strategic plan and review an FAA grant offer for a runway project. The board will also consider a DoD grant for military airspace and energy planning and a contract for noxious weed control.
- FAA grant offer for RWY project
- Crook County DoD Grant for Military Airspace and Energy Planning
- Contract with Bureau of Reclamation for Noxious Weed Control
- Update to expiring strategic plan for Crook County Library
- ODOT Gas Tax report
Board of Commissioners
The Crook County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a request regarding truck size and weight increases. The board is also reviewing service agreement renewals and a consulting contract for the County's Transportation System Plan.
- Acceptance of a $5,000.00 grant from the Ford Family Foundation
- Consulting contract with Parametrix for the Transportation System Plan (TSP) update
- Service agreement renewals with Egnyte, Nutanix, and Kaseya
- Discussion on opposition to Truck Size and Weight Increases requested by Jeff Hurd
The Board approved a consent agenda including a $5,000 grant and several service renewals. Commissioners authorized opposition to proposed USDOT truck weight increases to protect local bridge infrastructure. The Board also took action on building, governance, and personnel matters following an executive session.
- Approved Consent Agenda including $5,000 Ford Family Foundation grant (3-0)
- Approved service agreement renewals with Egnyte, Nutanix, and Kaseya (3-0)
- Approved Parametrix contract for Transportation System Plan consulting (3-0)
- Authorized Public Work Director Jeff Hurd to sign letter opposing truck weight increases (3-0)
- Authorized County Court to sign OACES letter regarding weight increase legislation (3-0)
- Approved direction regarding building matters discussed in executive session (3-0)
- Approved execution of a separation and severance agreement (3-0)
- Approved decisions related to governance discussed in executive session (2-1)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review reports and presentations. Discussions include a State of Oregon grant funding contract and a report on landfill operations.
- ODFW Sage Grouse Presentation by Skyler Vold
- State of Oregon Grant Funding Contract
- Review of Landfill Operations Report
- Letter of Support for Central Oregon Disaster Response Study
- Executive session regarding current or likely litigation
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider several funding requests and land use applications. The body is also reviewing contracts for accounting and data services and discussing the county's status in the ODA Canola Special District.
- Request for $5,000 funding for NeighborImpact to address food insecurity
- Request to waive or reduce alcohol sales and rental fees for Hospice Christmas Auction at Crook County Fairgrounds
- Public hearings for social gathering applications for Lazarus Naturals and PBR Challenge Series at O’Neil Arena
- Contracts for Contract Senior Accountant and Data Analyst Services with NOW CFO
- Approval of four road crossings in the Millican OHV area
The Board approved several funding requests and event permits, including a $5,000 allocation to NeighborImpact. The Court denied a social gathering permit for Lazarus Naturals, finding the code threshold was not met, but approved a permit for the PBR Challenge Series.
- Approved Consent Agenda items 1-5 (3-0)
- Waived $2,170 Fairgrounds rental fee for Hospice Auction Event (3-0)
- Approved four road crossings in Millican OHV area (3-0)
- Allocated $5,000 from lottery proceeds to NeighborImpact (3-0)
- Supported removal of Crook County from ODA Canola Special District (2-0)
- Denied social gathering permit for Lazarus Naturals (3-0)
- Approved draft permit for PBR Challenge Series at O’Neil Arena (3-0)
- Directed staff to correspond with real property counter parties following executive session (3-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will discuss various grant applications and county updates. Key items include a funding agreement for mental health services and a transportation system plan update.
- Amendment No. 9 to Community Mental Health, Addictions Treatment, and Problem Gambling Treatment services funding agreement No. 173132
- FAA Grant Application for Rwy 33/15 Design and Engineering
- Transportation System Plan Update/Scope of Work
- Juvenile Crime Prevention Grant
- Nurse Well-Being Grant Pass-through Agreement with Coos County
Board of Commissioners
The Crook County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings for two social gathering applications in August. The board is also considering the appointment of a Finance Director and a Library Board of Trustees member, as well as executive recruiting services for two positions.
- Public hearing: Lazarus Naturals Party social gathering at Powell Butte, August 16-17 2023
- Public hearing: PBR Challenge Series social gathering at O’Neil Arena, August 17-18 2023
- Appointment of Christina Haron, CPA, to Finance Director
- Appointment to the Crook County Library Board of Trustees
- Professional services agreement for executive recruiting of Deputy District Attorney and Chief Information Officer
The Board approved the appointment of Christina Haron as Finance Director and updated the mapping for Haytons Elk View Lane. The Court also appointed three members to the Library Board of Trustees and approved several service contracts. Two social gathering applications were held for public hearing but remained undecided.
- Appointed Christina Haron as Finance Director (3-0)
- Approved Order 2023-39 to update Haytons Elk View Lane mapping (3-0)
- Approved Order 2023-40 appointing Sandy Kerbow, Mark Maboll, and Keya Rohovit-Wrolson to the Library Board of Trustees (3-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including SAR facility janitorial services and child support reimbursement agreement (3-0)
- Approved professional services agreement for Deputy District Attorney and CIO recruiting (3-0)
- Approved amendment to Septage Plant agreement with Two Springs Ranch (3-0)
- Approved Best Care Amendment for Batterer’s Intervention and Prevention Program (3-0)
- Approved severance agreement discussed in Executive Session (3-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will discuss an airport FBO proposal and an amendment to a septage plant agreement with Two Springs Ranch. The body will also address Secure Rural Schools (Title III) allocation elections.
- Airport FBO Proposal review
- Septage Plant agreement amendment with Two Springs Ranch
- Secure Rural Schools (Title III) Allocation Elections
- Executive session regarding current or likely litigation
Board of Commissioners
The Crook County Court will hold a public hearing regarding the RMG Destinations Comprehensive Plan and Text Amendment. The board will also consider various service agreements, grant amendments, and airport lease transactions.
- Public hearing: RMG Destinations Comp Plan & Text Amendment
- Agreement between COIC and Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson Counties for Emergency Transportation Services
- Airport land lease to Mark Stafford
- Cooperative Service Agreement with USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services Wildlife Services
- Fiscal Year 2023 Audit Engagement Letter from Pauly Rogers and Co.
The Board approved Ordinance 340 to amend the county code and comprehensive plan regarding destination resort overnight lodging units. The Court also approved several service agreements, an airport land lease, and a proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month.
- Approved Ordinance 340 regarding destination resort overnight lodging units (2-0)
- Approved airport land lease to Mark Stafford for aircraft storage building (2-0)
- Approved agreement with USDA APHIS Program for landfill wildlife control, not to exceed $10,000 (2-0)
- Approved designation of July as Parks and Recreation Month (2-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including emergency transportation services agreement and audit engagement letter (2-0)
- Directed staff to correspond with counter party following Executive Session (2-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a second reading of Ordinance 341 and review a draft policy for the removal of homeless camps. The meeting also includes discussions on public health agreements and facility maintenance.
- Second reading of Ordinance 341 regarding protection of homeless persons and the community
- Draft policy for the removal of homeless camps and storage of personal property
- Fiscal Year 2023 Audit Engagement Letter from Pauly Rogers and Co.
- 2023-2025 IGA for the Financing of Local Public Health Services Agreement #180007-0
- Preventative Maintenance Agreement for the Public Safety Facility
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding fiscal year 2023-2024 fees and the Ag Extension Service District budget. The body will also consider a fee increase request from Republic Services and a supplemental budget for fiscal year 2022-23.
- Public hearing on Order 2023-30 regarding fees collected by Crook County for FY 2023-2024
- Public hearing on FY 23-24 Crook County Ag Extension Service District Budget
- Public hearing on a requested fee increase greater than the CPI by Republic Services
- Order 2023-32 adopting a Supplemental Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-23
- Appointment of Sean Briscoe as Interim Museum Director
The Board of Commissioners approved the FY 23-24 Ag Extension Service District Budget and the county's uniform fee schedule for the upcoming fiscal year. The Court also authorized a fee increase for Republic Services that exceeds the CPI and approved a supplemental budget for FY 2022-23.
- Approved FY 23-24 Crook County Ag Extension Service District Budget (3-0)
- Approved Order 2023-30 establishing fees for fiscal year 2023-2024 (3-0)
- Approved Republic Services fee increase greater than the CPI (3-0)
- Approved 2023-2025 STIF funding service agreement for public transit (3-0)
- Approved Order 2023-32 supplemental budget for Fiscal Year 2022-23 (3-0)
- Approved Order 2023-33 budget resolution transfer for Historical Museum (3-0)
- Approved Order 2023-35 delegating contract signing authority to one commissioner (3-0)
- Approved consent agenda minus item #3, including various contract amendments and personnel promotions (3-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss a draft policy regarding the removal of homeless camps and the handling of personal property. The session also includes discussions on facility repairs and professional service contracts.
- Draft policy for homeless camp removal and property storage pursuant to ORS 195.500
- HVAC repairs at Redemption House - Parole and Probation
- Clock tower repair bid for County Court approval
- Contract for Chief Information Officer (CIO) Advisory Services
- Department of Defense Grant Opportunity letter of support
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will make a final decision on an application to host 11 agri-tourism events at 19221 NW O’Neil Hwy. The body will also hold a work session regarding Accessory Dwelling Units.
- Final decision for Record Number 217-23-000246-PLNG regarding 11 agri-tourism events at 19221 NW O’Neil Hwy
- Work session on Accessory Dwelling Units
The Planning Commission approved an application for property owner Paul Terrell to host 11 agritourism events on land zoned Exclusive Farm Use. The commission also approved minutes from three previous meetings in April and May 2023.
- Approved application 217-23-000246-PLNG for 11 agritourism events at 19221 NW O’Neil Hwy (4-0-0)
- Approved April 12, 2023 minutes (4-0-0)
- Approved April 26, 2023 minutes (4-0-0)
- Approved May 24, 2023 minutes as corrected (4-0-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is holding public hearings to adopt budgets for the county, the Road Agency, and the Historical Fund for the Bowman Museum. The body is also considering ordinances regarding animal control and the protection of homeless persons.
- Public hearing on Order 2023-27 to adopt fiscal year 2023-2024 budget
- Public hearing on Order 2023-28 to adopt Road Agency fiscal year 2023-2024 budget
- Public hearing on Order 2023-29 to adopt Historical Fund budget for Bowman Museum
- Public hearing on Ordinance 341 regarding protection of homeless persons
- Public hearing on Ordinance 339 regarding animal control definitions and penalties
The Court adopted the general county, Road Agency, and Historical Museum budgets for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. It also approved adding June 19 as a paid holiday and authorized a ballot measure regarding the Oregon-Idaho border. Additionally, the Court updated animal control ordinances and accepted grant funds for library HVAC.
- Approved FY 2023-2024 budgets for Crook County, Road Agency ($1,637,000), and Historical Museum Fund ($644,000) (3-0)
- Approved Order 2023-34 adding June 19 (Juneteenth) as a county paid holiday (3-0)
- Approved Order 2023-26 to file a notice for a May 2024 election regarding citizen sentiment on the Oregon-Idaho border (3-0)
- Approved Ordinance 339 amending animal control definitions and penalties to include nuisance animals other than dogs (3-0)
- Accepted $115,346 in grant funds for the library HVAC system (3-0)
- Approved agreement 170663 for environmental health contract amendments (3-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including Humane Society agreement, public health financing, and various personnel promotions/COLA (3-0)
- Accepted an employee resignation effective June 7, 2023 (3-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to host 11 agri-tourism events on an 87-acre parcel. The body will also receive updates from the Community Development Department.
- Public hearing for application 217-23-000246-PLNG to host 11 agri-tourism events at 19221 NW O’Neil Hwy (EFU-2 zoning)
The Planning Commission approved an application for Paul Terrell to host 11 agri-tourism events on an 87-acre parcel. The approval includes specific conditions, including a requirement for the applicant to notify the Redmond Fire and Rescue district of each event.
- Approved agri-tourism application 217-23-000246-PLNG for 11 events at 19221 NW O’Neil Hwy (5-0-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the re-designation of the Prineville/Crook County Enterprise Zone. The body is also considering updates to animal control ordinances and various service contracts.
- Public hearing on Order and Resolution 2023-22 for Enterprise Zone re-designation
- First reading of Ordinance 339 regarding animal control definitions and penalties
- Order 2023-21 to annex property into Crook County Parks & Rec
- Contract award to Aspen Ridge Electric, Inc. for Courthouse electrical service upgrade
- Authorization to negotiate ERP software agreement with Towncloud
The Board approved several service contracts, including a $622,000 purchase for chip seal oil and a $45,750 electrical upgrade for the courthouse. The Court also voted to jointly sponsor the re-designation of the Prineville/Crook County Enterprise Zone and approved a property annexation into the Parks and Recreation District.
- Approved Order and Resolution 2023-22 to jointly sponsor the Prineville/Crook County Enterprise Zone re-designation (3-0)
- Authorized $622,000 purchase order with Albina Asphalt for liquid motion asphalt (3-0)
- Awarded $45,750 contract to Aspen Ridge Electric, Inc. for Courthouse Electrical Service Upgrade (3-0)
- Authorized staff to negotiate an ERP software agreement with Towncloud not to exceed $150,000 (3-0)
- Approved Order 2023-21 to annex Vitesse, LLC property into Crook County Parks and Recreation District (3-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including contracts for PP&L Power, STAR Towing, and Helion Software, Inc. (3-0)
- Read Ordinance 339 by title only regarding animal control definitions and penalties (3-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the renewal of the Enterprise Zone. The body is also considering contracts for insurance benefits and a petition to annex property into the Parks & Rec District.
- Public hearing on renewing the Crook County/City of Prineville Enterprise Zone
- Request to expend $20,250 of Title III funds for the Oregon Living with Fire program
- Petition to annex property into the Parks & Rec District
- Contract award to High Desert Aggregate and Paving
- Award of chip seal rock crush to Taylor Northwest LLC
The Crook County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including multiple contracts and personnel actions, awarded a $162,150 chip seal rock crushing contract to Taylor Northwest LLC, and renewed health, dental, and life insurance plans for 18 months. They also authorized use of $20,250 in Title III funds for the Oregon Living With Fire program, subject to a 45-day public comment period, and delegated signing a letter of support for a school security grant.
- Approved consent agenda including 9 items (3-0)
- Awarded chip seal rock crush contract to Taylor Northwest LLC for $162,150 (3-0)
- Authorized $20,250 Title III funds for Oregon Living With Fire program, subject to public comment (3-0)
- Renewed medical insurance with PacificSource for 18 months (3-0)
- Renewed dental insurance with Moda for 18 months (3-0)
- Switched life insurance to Hartford plan (3-0)
- Delegated Judge Crawford to sign letter of support for school security grant (3-0)
- Authorized purchase of van for Juvenile Department for $22,000.01 (3-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding land use approvals and a comprehensive plan amendment. The body is reviewing a request for agri-tourism events and a proposal to remove specific properties from a destination resort overlay zone.
- Application for 18 agri-tourism events per year at 11311 SW Cornett Loop, Powell Butte
- Proposed Ordinance No. 337 to remove tax lots 1515170000100, 1515170000106, 1515170000109, and 1515170000110 from the destination resort overlay zone
The Planning Commission approved a comprehensive plan amendment to remove specific properties from the destination resort overlay zone. Additionally, the Commission approved an agri-tourism application for Kerley Ranches, LLC to host 18 events on approximately 897.45 acres.
- Approved comprehensive plan amendment 217-23-000252-PLNG to remove properties from destination resort overlay zone (4-0-0)
- Approved amended staff report for agri-tourism application 217-23-000113-PLNG (4-0-0)
- Approved agri-tourism application 217-23-000113-PLNG for Kerley Ranches, LLC with updated condition of approval 15 (4-0-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a second reading of Ordinance 338 regarding school truancy. The body will also discuss a rent payment request for the Fairgrounds and an appeal decision for TSR North.
- 2nd Reading of Ordinance 338 to reduce truancy from Crook County Public Schools
- Oregon High School Rodeo request for Fairgrounds rent payment
- Final approval and signatures of the TSR North Appeal Decision
- Amendment to personal services agreement with GEL Oregon, Inc. for County Administrator services
- Extension to PSC with Belozer's Outdoor Enterprises, LLC for Wildlife Damage Management Services
The Board approved Ordinance 338 to create a county-level program to reduce truancy from public schools. The Court also approved a rental fee subsidy for the Oregon High School Rodeo and several administrative agreements.
- Approved Ordinance 338 to reduce truancy from Crook County Public Schools (3-0)
- Approved subsidizing $5,780 in Fairgrounds rental costs for OHSRA Local Prineville Club (3-0)
- Approved TSR North Appeal Decision as amended by staff (3-0)
- Approved amendment to professional services agreement with GEL Oregon, Inc. (3-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including OSU funding IGA and OHA financing IGA (3-0)
- Approved extension to PSC with Belozer’s Outdoor Enterprises, LLC (3-0)
- Approved First Amendment to Oregon Living with Fire Memorandum of Understanding (3-0)
- Approved Personnel Action Forms for Aaron Reinhart, Shelby Fisher, and Kassandra Garrison (3-0)
Planning Commission
The Crook County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a land use application for agri-tourism events. The body will also review minutes from February 8, 2023, and receive department updates.
- Public hearing for Record Number 217-23-000113-PLNG: proposal for 18 events per year at 11311 SW Cornett Loop, Powell Butte
The Planning Commission held a public hearing regarding an application by Kerley Ranches, LLC to host 18 agri-tourism events on approximately 897.45 acres. The Commission voted to close the current portion of the hearing and continue it for deliberations on April 26, 2023.
- Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0-3)
- Voted to continue agri-tourism application 217-23-000113-PLNG for deliberations on April 26, 2023 (6-0-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will discuss a new ordinance to reduce school truancy and consider the Fiscal Year 2024 goals and objectives. The meeting includes the swearing-in of two corrections deputies and the approval of an IT Strategic Roadmap.
- First Reading of Ordinance 338 to reduce truancy from public schools
- Order 2023-19 to remove the road name SE Paradise Lane in Grand Ridge Subdivision
- Order 2023-16 adopting the Crook County Title VI Program Plan
- Agreement for chip seal on Lynn Boulevard for City of Prineville
- Addition of 1 FTE Operations Manager and modification of 1 FTE to Assistant Chief DDA
The Board approved adding an Operations Manager and modifying a prosecutor role in the District Attorney's Office. The Court also adopted the Fiscal Year 2024 Goals and Objectives and an IT Strategic Roadmap. Other actions included approving a landfill repair quote and a fee waiver for a youth rodeo association.
- Approved addition of 1 FTE Operations Manager and modification of 1 FTE to Assistant Chief DDA (3-0)
- Approved Fiscal Year 2024 Goals and Objectives (3-0)
- Approved IT Strategic Roadmap dated March 2023 (3-0)
- Approved $20,910 Peterson Cat repair quote for landfill (3-0)
- Approved fee waiver for Central Oregon Pee Wee Rodeo Association 2023 season (3-0)
- Approved PacificSource community mental health funding agreement amendment (3-0)
- Approved Order 2023-19 removing road name SE Paradise Lane (3-0)
- Approved proclamation declaring April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month (3-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a work session regarding temporary recreational vehicles on rural residential lands. The meeting also includes updates from the Community Development Department.
- Work session on Temporary Recreational Vehicle on Rural Residential Lands
Board of Commissioners
The Crook County Court is meeting to review a supplemental budget and the removal of a library board of trustees member. The body will also consider various contracts, lease amendments, and a local option levy for the Bowman Museum.
- Order 2023-14 Supplemental Budget
- Order 2023-17 regarding the removal of a library board of trustees member
- Local Option Levy for Bowman Museum election notice
- Weberg Pit Rock Crush bid to Siegmond Excavation & Construction, LLC
- Lease Amendment & Restatement with T-Mobile
The Crook County Court approved a supplemental budget for fiscal year 2022-23 and awarded a rock crushing bid to Siegmond Excavation & Construction, LLC. The board also approved the removal of the library board of trustees chair from her position.
- Approved Consent Agenda minus item #7 (3-0)
- Awarded Weberg Pit Rock Crush bid to Siegmond Excavation & Construction, LLC as lowest bidder (3-0)
- Authorized contract execution and signing for Siegmond Excavation & Construction, LLC (3-0)
- Approved Order 2023-14 supplemental budget for fiscal year 2022-23 (3-0)
- Approved Order 2023-17 to remove the library board of trustee chair as chair and member (3-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Crook County Board of Commissioners will meet to address a potential amendment to the Destination Resort Overlay Map and provide input on the BLM Programmatic Solar NEPA. The board will also consider a request to waive landfill tipping fees for the Ochoco Creek Clean-Up.
- Order 2023-12: Potential Amendment to County's Destination Resort Overlay Map
- Request to waive tipping fees at the Landfill for the Ochoco Creek Clean-Up
- County input to BLM Programmatic Solar NEPA for 11 western States
- Addendum to Collective Bargaining Agreement for the Sheriff's Office
- Task Order #9: T-Hangar Project
The Board of Commissioners approved a request to remove the Crossing Trails property from the Destination Resort Overlay map. Other actions included waiving landfill fees for a creek clean-up and approving a short-term staffing addendum for the Sheriff's Office.
- Approved Consent Agenda (3-0)
- Approved waiving landfill tipping fees for Ochoco Creek Clean-up (3-0)
- Passed Order 2023-12 to initiate amendment to Destination Resort Overlay Map (3-0)
- Approved letter to BLM regarding Programmatic Solar NEPA (3-0)
- Approved 30-day addendum to Sheriff's Office collective bargaining agreement (3-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is conducting a work session to continue discussions regarding temporary hardship dwellings on rural residential lands. The meeting also includes updates from the Community Development Department.
- Work session on Temporary Hardship Dwelling on Rural Residential Lands
- Community Development Department updates
Board of Commissioners
The Crook County Board of Commissioners will discuss a request to place a Local Option Levy for the Bowman Museum on the May ballot. The body is also reviewing a final plat for Brasada Phase 14 and various administrative contracts.
- Request to place Local Option Levy for the Bowman Museum on the May ballot
- Final Plat approval of the Brasada Phase 14 Replat (217-22-002105-PLNG)
- Contract extension with Deschutes County for Mental Health Promotion funding
- Request to waive Indoor Arena Rental Fee for Crook County Stock Growers
- ODOT Request for Temporary Easements
The Board approved placing a five-year Local Operating Levy for the Bowman Museum on the May ballot to maintain current funding levels. Other actions included approving a property partition for the airport and a replat for Brasada Phase 14.
- Approved Consent Agenda (3-0)
- Approved Order 2023-10 to place Bowman Museum Local Operating Levy on May ballot (3-0)
- Approved partition plat to separate the airport into its own parcel (3-0)
- Approved Brasada Phase 14 Replat 217-22-002105-PLNG (3-0)
- Approved traffic control plan for June 3, 2023 race event (3-0)
- Directed legal representative to correspond with counter party following executive session (3-0)
- Approved $15,000 funding expansion for Sheriff’s Office wage study (3-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to review and potentially approve a final plat for the Brasada Ranches Phase 14 Replat. The body will also consider the minutes from the January 11, 2023 meeting.
- 217-23-000063-PLNG: Final Plat review and approval of Brasada Ranches Phase 14 Replat, modifying lot dimensions for Lots 746-750, 755, 760-761, Lot X, and splitting Lot Z into three lots
The Planning Commission approved the final plat for the Brasada Ranches Phase 14 Replat. This action modifies several lot dimensions and splits one lot into three, adding two lots to the previously approved plan.
- Approved January 11, 2023 minutes (4-0-0)
- Approved Final Plat for Brasada Ranches Phase 14 Replat (4-0-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Crook County Board of Commissioners is meeting to review a consent agenda featuring several contract extensions and procurement agreements. The board will also discuss the reclassification of jail technician positions to correction deputy positions.
- Furniture procurement contracts with Oregon Corrections Enterprises and Hyphn for the Justice Center
- Reclassification of Jail Technician Deputy positions to Correction Deputy positions and authorization of one additional position
- Contract extension for Clean Earth
- Amendment to Frequency Access IGA with ODOT
- Subcontract with Crook County School District for prevention at CCHS
The Board approved the consent agenda and Order 2023-08 to correct scrivener's errors regarding position numbers in county board appointments. Following an executive session, the Board authorized staff to correspond with a counter party regarding litigation.
- Approved Consent Agenda (3-0)
- Approved Order 2023-08 to correct scrivener's errors in board appointment positions (3-0)
- Authorized staff to correspond with counter party regarding litigation (3-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a work session regarding temporary hardship dwellings on rural residential lands. The meeting also includes updates from the Community Development Department.
- Work session on Temporary Hardship Dwelling on Rural Residential Lands
- Community Development Department updates
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on an ordinance to create the Crook County Road Agency and proposed text amendments to Title 18 of the Crook County Code. The body will also discuss the budget calendar and process and hear a presentation from Government Portfolio Advisors.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 335 to create the Crook County Road Agency
- Public hearing on Application 217-22-002171-PLNG regarding Title 18 code amendments
- Order for road renaming within Phase 14 of Brasada Ranch
- Bids for Interior Repair Indoor Arena Kitchen and Grizzly Mountain Pavilion Expansion
- Ancillary Services Agreement with Cigna
The Board approved the creation of the Crook County Road Agency through Ordinance 335 and a corresponding intergovernmental agreement with the City of Prineville. The Court also approved amendments to Title 18 of the County Code to streamline application processes. Additionally, the board approved the annual budget calendar and a road renaming in Brasada Ranch.
- Approved Consent Agenda (3-0)
- Approved Order 2023-07 renaming SW Goldfield Court to SW Treehouse Court (3-0)
- Approved budget calendar and process for the upcoming year (3-0)
- Approved Ordinance 335 creating the Crook County Road Agency (3-0)
- Approved intergovernmental agreement with City of Prineville to create Crook County Road Agency (3-0)
- Approved Ordinance 336 amending Title 18 of the Crook County code (3-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to conduct internal organization and planning for the upcoming year. The agenda focuses on administrative updates and the establishment of the 2023 work plan.
- 2023 Work Plan
- 2023 Decision List
- 2022 Year in review
- Commission elections
- Community Development Department updates
The Planning Commission elected its Chair and Vicechair and approved the 2023 Workplan and Decision List. The commission also approved the minutes from the December 14, 2022 meeting.
- Approved December 14, 2022 minutes (7-0-0)
- Elected Mike Warren as Chair (6-0-0)
- Elected Les Williamson as Vicechair (6-0-0)
- Approved 2023 Workplan (7-0-0)
- Approved 2023 Decision List (7-0-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider several contracts, grant approvals, and committee appointments. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding proposed text amendments to Title 18 of the Crook County Code.
- Public hearing for Application 217-22-002171-PLNG regarding Title 18 code amendments
- Justice Center contract with Systems West Engineers, Inc.
- Hearings Officer contracts with Beery Elsner & Hammond LLP and Watkinson Laird Rubenstein, PC
- Extension option for Les Schwab Hangar Promissory Note
- Appointments to Planning Commission, Fair Board, and Community Health Advisory Council
The Board approved the 22nd Judicial District Coordinated Plan for Family Law Services and a five-year extension for the Les Schwab Hangar Promissory Note. The Board also accepted a grant from the Oregon Health Authority for Health Department furniture and exam tables.
- Approved 22nd Judicial District Coordinated Plan for Family Law Services (2-0)
- Executed extension option for Les Schwab Hangar Promissory Note (2-0)
- Accepted Oregon Health Authority Reproductive Health Title X mini grant (2-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda minus Item #12 (2-0)