Kootenai County, ID
Recent Kootenai County County Commission topics include development projects, planning & zoning, budget & taxes, contracts & procurement, resolutions & ordinances, public safety.
Topics found in recent meetings
Get Kootenai County meeting alerts
One email when Kootenai County posts a new agenda or minutes. Free, unsubscribe anytime.
We have no upcoming meetings on file for Kootenai County. The most recent record we hold is from Thu Oct 1, 2026. Newer meetings may not have been published to the official portal yet, or may not have been collected by us yet — this is a statement about our record, not about whether the county commission has met.
👤 Members & officials (11)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Aquifer Protection District Advisory Committee
- Alyssa Gersdorf
- Dave Levine
- Kristy Reed Johnson
- Larry Simms
- Laurin Scarcello
- Necia Maiani
- Robert Chandler
- Suzanne Scheidt
- Victoria Slater
- Derek Holom
- Michelle Johnson
Recent meetings
Thu Oct 1, 2026
Community Development - Hearing Examiner
Hearing Examiner holds public hearing on unspecified matter
This is a procedural agenda for a Kootenai County Hearing Examiner public hearing. The agenda lists standard items like call to order, opening remarks, public hearing, public comment, and rebuttal, but does not specify the particular case or application under consideration. No substantive decisions or specific items are detailed in the provided text.
- Public hearing scheduled for October 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM
- Location: 451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
- Remote participation via phone (339) 207-6050 or YouTube livestream
public-hearinghearing-examinerkootenai-countyprocedural
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or treatment in,
its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Board of
County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Agenda
Hearing Examiner Public Hearing
October 1, 2026
6:00 PM
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
Call to Order
B.
Opening Remarks
C.
Public Hearing
D.
Public Comment (Discussion)
E.
Rebuttal (Discussion)
F.
Adjourn
To attend this meeting remotely:
Via QR Code:
To participate or listen via telephone dial (339) 207-6050
The live meeting can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/KootenaiCountyIdaho
Please be sure to keep your devices on mute to limit background noise.
Thu Sep 24, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners to award FireSmart bids, accept $182K grant, approve contracts
The Kootenai County Board of Commissioners will hold a business meeting to approve routine items and take action on several contracts and purchases. Key actions include awarding bids for the Lone Mountain FireSmart project, accepting a $182,064.29 state homeland security grant, approving a juvenile detention food service agreement, and purchasing law enforcement vehicles. The board will also consider a resolution designating polling places for the November 3, 2026 general election.
- Bid award for Lone Mountain FireSmart Project (Bid#24WSFM-09 through -17) to Northern Timber
- Grant award # EMW-2025-SS-05086 from Idaho Office of Emergency Management: $182,064.29, no match required
- Agreement with Summit Food Service, LLC for Juvenile Detention
- Purchase and upfitting of law enforcement vehicles for Sheriff/Patrol
- Resolution 2026-92 designating polling places for November 3, 2026 General Election
budgetcontractselectionsemergency-managementpublic-safetyzoning
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or treatment in,
its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Board of
County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Agenda
Business Meeting
September 24, 2026
12:00 PM
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
Call to Order
B.
Moment of Silence
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
D.
Changes to the Agenda (Action)
Idaho Law prohibits Board action on items brought under this section except
in an emergency circumstance.
E.
Public Comment (Discussion)
F.
Approve Meeting Minutes (Action)
1.
08/20/2026 Human Resources Minutes
2.
09/01/2026 Business Meeting Minutes
3.
09/08/2026 Business Meeting Minutes
G.
Approve Consent Calendar (Action)
4.
Agricultural Exemption Adjustment
5.
Homeowner Exemption - Add Exemption - Expired in Error
6.
Homeowner Exemption - Increase Exemption Eligibility from 50% to
100%
7.
1. Homeowner Exemption - Due to Idaho Code § 63-602(G)(5)
8.
2. Homeowner Exemption - Due to Idaho Code § 63-602(G)(5)
9.
3. Homeowner Exemption - Due to Idaho Code § 63-602(G)(5)
10. Property Sold or Transferred
11. Valuation Adjustments
12. Kennel License Renewal / Kahn / Kaniska Kennels
13. Treasurer's Cancellation of Taxes - Solid Waste Fees For …
Thu Sep 24, 2026
Community Development - Board of County Commissioners
County to hold public hearing on Mitchell Event Center conditional use permit
The Kootenai County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit application (CUP25-0008) for the Mitchell Event Center, submitted by Joseph Foughty. The board may take action on the permit after the hearing and deliberations. The rest of the agenda consists of routine procedural items.
- Public hearing on CUP25-0008 Mitchell Event Center (Action)
- Changes to Agenda (Action)
- Poll for Conflicts of Interest (Action)
public-hearingconditional-use-permitcommissionerscommunity-development
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or treatment in,
its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Board of
County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Agenda
Community Development
September 24, 2026
6:00 PM
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
Call to Order
B.
Chairman's Opening Remarks
C.
Changes to Agenda (Action)
D.
Poll for Conflicts of Interest (Action)
E.
Public Hearing
1
CUP25-0008 Mitchell Event Center (Action)
Joseph Foughty
F.
Deliberations
G.
Business
H.
Adjourn
To attend this meeting remotely:
Via QR Code:
To participate or listen via telephone dial (339) 207-6050
The live meeting can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/KootenaiCountyIdaho
Please be sure to keep your devices on mute to limit background noise.
.
Thu Sep 24, 2026
Community Development - Planning Commission
Planning Commission workshop on comprehensive plan, setbacks, mining ordinance
The Kootenai County Planning & Zoning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss a Comprehensive Plan update with SCJ, a restricted residential setbacks ordinance (ORA26-0003), and a surface mining ordinance (ORA26-0002) involving Alta Contract. The agenda also includes routine actions such as approving the July 23, 2026 minutes. No final decisions are listed for the workshop items, which are marked for discussion only.
- Comprehensive Plan Update with SCJ (discussion)
- ORA26-0003 Restricted Residential Setbacks (discussion)
- ORA26-0002 Surface Mining – Alta Contract (discussion)
- Approval of July 23, 2026 minutes (action)
planningzoningcomprehensive-plansetbackssurface-miningworkshop
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
AGENDA
Planning & Zoning Workshop
September 24, 2026
2:00 PM
451 N. Government Way, Administrative Building, Meeting Room 2
A.
CALL TO ORDER
B.
ROLL CALL
C.
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA (Action)
D.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Action)
1. Approve July 23, 2026 Minutes
E.
Business (Action)
F.
Workshop (Discussion)
2. Comprehensive Plan Update with SCJ
3. ORA26-0003 Restricted Residential Setbacks
4. ORA26-0002 Surface Mining – Alta Contract
G.
ANNOUNCEMENTS (Action)
H.
ADJOURNMENT
Options to Attend Meeting Remotely:
Via QR Code:
To participate or listen via telephone dial (339) 207-6050
The live meeting can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/KootenaiCountyIdaho
Please be sure to keep your devices on mute to limit background noise.
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access
to, or treatment in, its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be
arranged by contacting the Board of County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Thu Sep 24, 2026
Community Development - Board of County Commissioners
County commissioners to hold public hearing on zoning request
The Kootenai County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a zoning application (ZON25-0004) submitted by Kevin Jeffreys, followed by deliberations on a variance request (VAR26-0003) from Paulson. The meeting includes routine procedural items such as call to order, agenda changes, and conflict of interest declarations.
- Public hearing on zoning application ZON25-0004 (Kevin Jeffreys)
- Deliberation on variance request VAR26-0003 (Paulson)
zoningvariancepublic-hearingcommissioners
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or treatment in,
its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Board of
County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Agenda
Community Development
September 24, 2026
10:00 AM
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
Call to Order
B.
Chairman's Opening Remarks
C.
Changes to Agenda (Action)
D.
Poll for Conflicts of Interest (Action)
E.
Public Hearing
1.
ZON25-0004 Kevin Jeffreys (Action)
Vlad Finkel
F.
Deliberations
2.
VAR26-0003 Paulson (Action)
Blake Zetter
G.
Business
H.
Adjourn
To attend this meeting remotely:
Via QR Code:
•
To participate or listen via telephone dial (339) 207-6050
•
The live meeting can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/KootenaiCountyIdaho
•
Please be sure to keep your devices on mute to limit background noise.
Thu Sep 24, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
County commissioners to hold public hearing on zoning application
The Kootenai County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to conduct a public hearing on a zoning application (ZON25-0004) and to deliberate on a variance request (VAR26-0003). The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, changes to agenda, and conflict of interest polling. No other substantive business is listed.
- Public hearing on zoning application ZON25-0004 (Kevin Jeffreys)
- Deliberation on variance request VAR26-0003 (Paulson)
zoningvariancepublic-hearingcommissioners
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or treatment in,
its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Board of
County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Agenda
Community Development
September 24, 2026
10:00 AM
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
Call to Order
B.
Chairman's Opening Remarks
C.
Changes to Agenda (Action)
D.
Poll for Conflicts of Interest (Action)
E.
Public Hearing
1.
ZON25-0004 Kevin Jeffreys (Action)
Vlad Finkel
F.
Deliberations
2.
VAR26-0003 Paulson (Action)
Blake Zetter
G.
Business
H.
Adjourn
To attend this meeting remotely:
Via QR Code:
•
To participate or listen via telephone dial (339) 207-6050
•
The live meeting can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/KootenaiCountyIdaho
•
Please be sure to keep your devices on mute to limit background noise.
Thu Sep 24, 2026
Community Development - Board of County Commissioners
County commissioners to hold public hearing on Mitchell Event Center conditional use permit
The Kootenai County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit application (CUP25-0008) for the Mitchell Event Center, submitted by Joseph Foughty. The board will take action on the permit after hearing public testimony. The rest of the agenda consists of routine procedural items.
- Public hearing on CUP25-0008 Mitchell Event Center (Joseph Foughty)
- Action on conditional use permit
- Changes to agenda (action)
- Poll for conflicts of interest (action)
public-hearingconditional-use-permitevent-centercommissioners
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or treatment in,
its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Board of
County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Agenda
Community Development
September 24, 2026
6:00 PM
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
Call to Order
B.
Chairman's Opening Remarks
C.
Changes to Agenda (Action)
D.
Poll for Conflicts of Interest (Action)
E.
Public Hearing
1
CUP25-0008 Mitchell Event Center (Action)
Joseph Foughty
F.
Deliberations
G.
Business
H.
Adjourn
To attend this meeting remotely:
Via QR Code:
To participate or listen via telephone dial (339) 207-6050
The live meeting can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/KootenaiCountyIdaho
Please be sure to keep your devices on mute to limit background noise.
.
Wed Sep 23, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
Historic Preservation Commission reviews project updates and budget
The Kootenai County Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from June and August 2026 and to receive updates on ongoing projects, including a photo exhibit, a Section 106 changes seminar, a network marker report, the budget, an ITD signage donation, a courthouse 100th anniversary lecture, a CLG grant for the PF Water Tower, a Liberty Bell event, and a time capsule. Public comment and round-table discussion are also scheduled. The agenda is largely procedural and update-focused, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of June and August 2026 meeting minutes
- Update on Section 106 Changes Seminar
- Update on ITD Signage Donation
- Update on CLG Grant for PF Water Tower
- Courthouse 100th Anniversary Lecture update
historic-preservationmeeting-minutesgrantsbudgetpublic-comment
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Agenda
Historic Preservation Commission
Advisory Board Meeting
September 23, 2026 3:30 PM
451 N Government Way, Administration Building, 1st Floor - Meeting Room 2
A. Call to Order
B. Introductions / Guest Welcome
C. Approval of Minutes
1. June '26 Minutes
2. August '26 Minutes
D. Action Items -As Necessary
3. Updates on Ongoing Projects
a. Photo Exhibit Project
b. Section 106 Changes Seminar
c. Network Marker Report
d. Budget
e. ITD Signage Donation
f.
Courthouse 100th Anniversary Lecture
g. CLG Grant-PF Water Tower
h. Project Commentary
i.
Liberty Bell Event
j.
Time Capsule
E. Public Comment
F. Round Table
G. Adjournment
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to,
or treatment in, its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged
by contacting the Board of County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Tue Sep 22, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Kootenai County commissioners hold routine status meeting
This is a procedural agenda for the Board of County Commissioners' regular status update meeting. No specific business items, decisions, or public hearings are listed beyond standard agenda items like call to order, public comment, and adjournment. The agenda contains no substantive policy, budget, or zoning matters.
- No specific business items listed on the agenda
meetingproceduralcounty-commissioners
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or treatment in,
its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Board of
County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Agenda
Commissioners Status Update
September 22, 2026
10:00 AM
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
Call to Order
B.
Changes to the Agenda (Action)
C.
Public Comment (Discussion)
D.
Business
E.
Public Comment (Discussion)
F.
Adjourn
To attend this meeting remotely:
The live meeting can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/KootenaiCountyIdaho
To participate or listen via telephone dial (339) 207-6050
Please be sure to keep your devices on mute to limit background noise.
Thu Sep 17, 2026
Community Development - Planning Commission
Planning Commission holds public hearing, agenda items unspecified
The Kootenai County Planning Commission is meeting for a public hearing. The agenda lists only standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and announcements, with no specific topics, applications, or actions detailed. The meeting is open for remote participation by phone or online.
- Public hearing scheduled
- Remote attendance options via phone and YouTube
- Meeting at 451 N. Government Way, Meeting Room 1B
planning-commissionpublic-hearingmeetingkootenai-county
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
AGENDA
Planning & Zoning Public Hearing
September 17, 2026
1:30 PM
451 N. Government Way, Administrative Building, Meeting Room 1B
A.
CALL TO ORDER
B.
ROLL CALL
C.
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA (Action)
D.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Action)
E.
Public Hearing (Action)
F.
ANNOUNCEMENTS (Action)
G.
ADJOURNMENT
Options to Attend Meeting Remotely:
Via QR Code:
To participate or listen via telephone dial (339) 207-6050
The live meeting can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/KootenaiCountyIdaho
Please be sure to keep your devices on mute to limit background noise.
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access
to, or treatment in, its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be
arranged by contacting the Board of County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Thu Sep 17, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners to approve FY27 pay matrices and reclassifications
The Kootenai County Board of County Commissioners is holding a special Human Resources meeting to discuss and act on personnel matters. Items include a discussion of dissatisfaction with Rehn & Associates, a cost savings opportunity from PMR, approval of new pay matrices and reclassification/pay changes for FY27, a position conversion in Juvenile Probation, and bonus payments for the Prosecuting Attorney. Several items involve closed executive sessions followed by open-meeting decisions.
- Discussion of Rehn & Associates dissatisfaction (HR)
- PMR cost savings opportunity with executive session and action
- Approval of new FY27 pay matrices (Action)
- Approval of FY27 reclassification/initial classification/pay changes (Action)
- Position conversion in Juvenile Probation with executive session and action
human-resourcesbudgetpaypersonnelcounty-commissioners
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or treatment in,
its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Board of
County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Special Meeting Agenda
Human Resources
September 17, 2026
10:00 AM
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
Call to Order
B.
Changes to the Agenda (Action)
C.
Public Comment (Discussion)
D.
Business
1.
Rehn & Associates Dissatisfaction - Human Resources (Discussion)
Heather Major
2.
PMR Cost Savings Opportunity - Human Resources
a. Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(d) to
consider records that are exempt from disclosure as provided in
chapter 1, title 74, Idaho Code. - Prosecuting Attorney Division (Closed
Session - Discussion)
b. Decisions / Direction (Open Meeting - Action)
PMR
Representative
3.
Request Approval of New Pay Matrices for FY27 - Human Resources
(Action)
Lexi Pack
4.
Request Approval of FY27 Reclassification/ Initial Classification/ Pay
Changes - Human Resources (Action)
Lexi Pack
5.
Position Conversion - Juvenile Probation
a. Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(b) to
consider the evaluation, dismissal or disciplining of, or to hear
complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, staff
member or individual agent. - BOCC Division (Closed Session -
Discussion)
b. …
Thu Sep 17, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Board of Equalization to hear 70 property tax exemption and valuation appeals
The Kootenai County Board of Commissioners, sitting as the Board of Equalization, will hold a special meeting to consider 70 property tax-related items, including agricultural exemptions, homeowner exemptions, valuation adjustments, and property transfers. The agenda is largely routine, with most items being homeowner exemption requests under Idaho Code § 63-602(G)(5). Public comment is scheduled at the beginning and end of the meeting.
- Agricultural exemption adjustment for AIN 335540 (Haynos)
- Homeowner exemption increase from 50% to 100% for AIN 302226 (Scaletta)
- Homeowner exemption added after expired in error for AIN 352690 (Hei & Monroe)
- Property sold or transferred for AIN 102273 (McKelvy)
- Valuation adjustments for AINs 222311 (Columbo), 197475 (Kraft), 155261 (LaPlante)
property-taxboard-of-equalizationhomeowner-exemptionvaluationpublic-meeting
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Special Meeting Agenda
Board of Equalization
September 17, 2026
9:45 AM
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1B
A.
Call to Order
B.
Changes to the Agenda (Action)
C.
Introductions
D.
Swearing in of Participants in Attendance
E.
Public Comment (Discussion)
F.
Business (Action)
1.
Agricultural Exemption Adjustment AIN 335540 Haynos
2.
Homeowner Exemption - Increase Exemption Eligibility from 50% to 100% AIN 302226
Scaletta
3.
Homeowner Exemption - Add Exemption - Expired in Error AIN 352690 Hei & Monroe
4.
Property Sold or Transferred AIN 102273 McKelvy
5.
Valuation Adjustment AIN 222311 Columbo
6.
Valuation Adjustment AIN 197475 Kraft
7.
Valuation Adjustment AIN 155261 LaPlante
8.
Homeowner Exemption - Due to Idaho Code § 63-602(G)(5) AIN 135118 Adams &
Dobson
9.
Homeowner Exemption - Due to Idaho Code § 63-602(G)(5) AIN 250699 Ariss
10.
Homeowner Exemption - Due to Idaho Code § 63-602(G)(5) AIN 353998 Axtman
11.
Homeowner Exemption - Due to Idaho Code § 63-602(G)(5) AIN 119909 Baker
12.
Homeowner Exemption - Due to Idaho Code § 63-602(G)(5) AIN 347554 Berg
13.
Homeowner Exemption - Due to Idaho Code § 63-602(G)(5) AIN 303657 Bradshaw
14.
Homeowner Exemption - Due to Idaho Code § 63-602(G)(5) AIN 348562 Carbis
15.
Homeowner Exemption - Due to Idaho Code § 63-602(G)(5) AIN 236947 Cochran &
Ashburn
16.
Homeowner Exemption - Due to Idaho Code § 63-602(G)(5) AIN 221185 Collie
17.
Homeowner Exemption - Due to Idaho Code § 63-602(G)(5) AIN …
Thu Sep 17, 2026
Community Development - Hearing Examiner
Hearing examiner public hearing set for Sept. 17 in Kootenai County
This is a procedural agenda for a public hearing before the Kootenai County Hearing Examiner. The meeting includes call to order, opening remarks, public hearing, public comment, rebuttal, and adjournment. No specific items or decisions are listed in the agenda.
- Public hearing and public comment periods scheduled
- Remote participation via phone and YouTube available
public-hearinghearing-examinermeeting
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or treatment in,
its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Board of
County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Agenda
Hearing Examiner Public Hearing
September 17, 2026
6:00 PM
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
Call to Order
B.
Opening Remarks
C.
Public Hearing
D.
Public Comment (Discussion)
E.
Rebuttal (Discussion)
F.
Adjourn
To attend this meeting remotely:
Via QR Code:
To participate or listen via telephone dial (339) 207-6050
The live meeting can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/KootenaiCountyIdaho
Please be sure to keep your devices on mute to limit background noise.
Wed Sep 16, 2026
Aquifer Protection District Advisory Committee
Aquifer board to vote on WSB and Grainer contracts
The Aquifer Protection District Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, discuss staff and treasurer reports, and take action on two contracts: one with WSB (Alta) and one with Grainer. The board will also hear a presentation from WSB, receive updates on cooperating agencies and the Comprehensive Plan, and discuss an article for the 'Our Gem' publication. Public comment is scheduled.
- Action: WSB (Alta) Contract
- Action: Grainer Contract
- Discussion: WSB Presentation by Robin Nimmer
- Discussion: Treasurer's Report by Dave Levine
- Discussion: Comp Plan Update by Mike Behary/Craig Davidson
aquifercontractswaterplanningpublic-meeting
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or treatment in, its
public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Board of County
Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Agenda
Aquifer Protection District
Advisory Board Meeting
September 16, 2026
4:00 PM
451 N Government Way, Administration Building, 1st Floor - Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
Call to Order
B.
Introductions / Guest Welcome
C.
Approval of Minutes (Action)
1.
08/19/2026 Minutes
D.
Business
2.
Staff Report (Discussion)
3.
WSB Presentation (Discussion)
Robin Nimmer
4.
WSB (Alta) Contract (Action)
Larry Simms
5.
Treasurer's Report (Discussion)
Dave Levine
6.
Cooperating Agency Update (Discussion)
Suzanne Scheidt
7.
Grainer Contract (Action)
Larry Simms
8.
Our Gem Article (Discussion)
Necia Maiani
9.
Comp Plan Update (Discussion)
Mike
Behary/Craig
Davidson
E.
Cooperating Agency Comments (Discussion)
F.
Public Comment (Discussion)
G.
Adjournment
To attend this meeting remotely:
To participate or listen via telephone dial (339) 207-6050
Please be sure to keep your devices on mute to limit background noise.
Tue Sep 15, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners to consider policy revisions, sheriff hiring, legal opinions
The Kootenai County Board of County Commissioners will discuss a revision to Policy 930, consider hiring decisions for the Sheriff's Office, and review legal opinions and public records requests. Several items will be discussed in closed executive sessions, with open-meeting decisions to follow. Public comment is scheduled at the start and end of the meeting.
- Policy 930 Revision (Discussion)
- Sheriff's Office executive session on hiring a public officer or employee
- Legal Opinion Policy executive session on exempt records
- Public Records Requests executive session on exempt records
policysherifflegalpublic-recordsexecutive-session
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or treatment in,
its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Board of
County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Agenda
Commissioners Status Update
September 15, 2026
10:00 AM
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
Call to Order
B.
Changes to the Agenda (Action)
C.
Public Comment (Discussion)
D.
Business
1.
Policy 930 Revision (Discussion)
Pat Braden
2.
Kootenai County Sheriff's Office
a. Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(a) to
consider hiring a public officer, employee, staff member or individual
agent. - Sheriff Division (Closed Session - Discussion)
b. Decisions / Direction (Open Meeting - Action)
Sheriff Robert
Norris
3.
Legal Opinion Policy
a. Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(d) to
consider records that are exempt from disclosure as provided in
chapter 1, title 74, Idaho Code. - BOCC Division (Closed Session -
Discussion)
b. Decisions / Direction (Open Meeting - Action)
Bruce Mattare
4.
Public Records Requests
a. Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(d) to
consider records that are exempt from disclosure as provided in
chapter 1, title 74, Idaho Code. - Prosecuting Attorney Division (Closed
Session - Discussion)
b. Decisions / Direction (Open Meeting - Action)
Brooks Schott
E.
Publi …
Tue Sep 15, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
County board to approve $1.67M in federal transit grants and policy updates
The Kootenai County Board of Commissioners will consider approving two Federal Transit Administration grant applications totaling about $1.67 million for vehicle maintenance and transit operations, along with several other action items including policy updates, contracts, and election preparations. The meeting also includes public comment periods and approval of minutes, consent calendar items, and payables.
- Grant applications for FTA funds: $163,999 for vehicle preventive maintenance and $1,506,810 for fixed route, paratransit, and ADA operations
- Consent to assignment of lease AAL-2009-070 to Dwayne & Brenda Neufeld
- Independent Contractor Agreement for Centennial Trail Asphalt Replacement Project Phase 2 with Interstate Concrete & Asphalt
- Updates to Purchasing Policy 930 and new Budget Policy 940
- Resolution 2026-90 to request retirement of K9 Vulcan/AMP and Resolution 2026-91 for surplus vehicle
transitgrantspolicieselectionscontractspublic commentminutespayables
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or treatment in,
its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Board of
County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Agenda
Business Meeting
September 15, 2026
2:00 PM
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
Call to Order
B.
Moment of Silence
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
D.
Changes to the Agenda (Action)
Idaho Law prohibits Board action on items brought under this section except
in an emergency circumstance.
E.
Public Comment (Discussion)
F.
Approve Meeting Minutes (Action)
1.
08/26/2026 FY27 Budget Public Hearing Minutes
G.
Approve Consent Calendar (Action)
2.
Treasurer's Monthly Report For AIN/PIN: 124731
3.
Treasurer's Monthly Report For August 2026
4.
Human Resources PAF/SCF Report for 2026 PP20 Week 1
H.
Approve Payables List (Action)
5.
Payables List for September 7-11, 2026
I.
Business
6.
Grant Application # ID-2026-035-00 / FY22 5307 Vehicle Preventive
Maintenance / Federal Transit Administration (FTA) $163,999 / In Kind
Match - Kootenai Health & Coeur d'Alene Tribe - $41,000 / Transit
(Action)
Dorian Komberec
7.
Grant Application # ID-2026-036-00 / FY22/23 5307 Fixed Route,
Paratransit, Non-Fixed Route ADA Operations, & Training / Federal
Transit Adm …
Tue Sep 15, 2026
Community Development - Board of County Commissioners
County to decide on fire district conditional use permit
The Kootenai County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and deliberate on a conditional use permit (CUP26-0007) for the Northern Lakes Fire District. They will also discuss a potential code amendment regarding data centers. The meeting includes standard procedural items like call to order and conflict of interest checks.
- Public hearing and action on CUP26-0007 for Northern Lakes Fire District
- Discussion on Data Centers Code Amendment
- Changes to agenda and conflict of interest declarations
conditional-use-permitfire-districtdata-centerszoningpublic-hearing
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or treatment in,
its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Board of
County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Agenda
Community Development
September 15, 2026
10:30 AM
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
Call to Order
B.
Chairman's Opening Remarks
C.
Changes to Agenda (Action)
D.
Poll for Conflicts of Interest (Action)
E.
Public Hearing
F.
Deliberations
1.
CUP26-0007 Northern Lakes Fire District (Action)
Vlad Finkel
G.
Business
2.
Data Centers Code Amendment (Discussion)
Ben Tarbutton
H.
Adjourn
To attend this meeting remotely:
Via QR Code:
To participate or listen via telephone dial (339) 207-6050
The live meeting can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/KootenaiCountyIdaho
Please be sure to keep your devices on mute to limit background noise.
Tue Sep 15, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
County commissioners get North Idaho Fair quarterly update
The Kootenai County Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting for the North Idaho Fair Board's quarterly update. The agenda includes a 2026 Fair Update discussion led by Alexcia Jordan, along with public comment periods. No formal decisions are listed beyond agenda changes.
- 2026 Fair Update (Discussion) led by Alexcia Jordan
- Public comment periods (Discussion)
- Changes to the Agenda (Action)
faircounty-commissionerspublic-commentquarterly-update
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or treatment in,
its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Board of
County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Special Meeting Agenda
North Idaho Fair Board Quarterly Update
September 15, 2026
3:00 PM
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
Call to Order
B.
Changes to the Agenda (Action)
C.
Public Comment (Discussion)
D.
Business
1.
2026 Fair Update (Discussion)
Alexcia Jordan
E.
Public Comment (Discussion)
F.
Adjourn
To attend this meeting remotely:
The live meeting can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/KootenaiCountyIdaho
To participate or listen via telephone dial (339) 207-6050
Please be sure to keep your devices on mute to limit background noise.
Thu Sep 10, 2026
Community Development - Board of County Commissioners
Kootenai County commissioners hold community development meeting
The Kootenai County Board of Commissioners is meeting for a community development session. The agenda includes a public hearing, public comment, and deliberations, but no specific items are listed. This appears to be a procedural meeting with no detailed agenda items provided.
- Public hearing scheduled
- Public comment period
- Conflicts of interest poll
- Agenda changes action item
community-developmentpublic-hearingpublic-commentmeeting
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or
treatment in, its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by
contacting the Board of County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Agenda
Community Development
September 10, 2026
6:00 P.M.
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
CALL TO ORDER
B.
Chairman’s Opening Remarks
C.
Changes to Agenda (Action)
D.
Poll for Conflicts of Interest (Action)
E.
Public Hearing
F.
Public Comment
G.
Deliberations
H.
Business
I.
Adjourn
To attend this meeting remotely:
Via QR Code:
To participate or listen via telephone dial (339) 207-6050
The live meeting can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/KootenaiCountyIdaho
Please be sure to keep your devices on mute to limit background noise.
Thu Sep 10, 2026
Community Development - Board of County Commissioners
Kootenai County commissioners meet on community development items
The Kootenai County Board of Commissioners is holding a community development meeting with a public hearing and public comment period. The agenda includes procedural items such as call to order, changes to the agenda, and conflict of interest declarations, but no specific decisions or topics are listed.
- Public Hearing
- Public Comment
- Changes to Agenda (Action)
- Poll for Conflicts of Interest (Action)
community-developmentpublic-hearingpublic-commentmeeting
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or
treatment in, its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by
contacting the Board of County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Agenda
Community Development
September 10, 2026
10:00 A.M.
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
CALL TO ORDER
B.
Chairman’s Opening Remarks
C.
Changes to Agenda (Action)
D.
Poll for Conflicts of Interest (Action)
E.
Public Hearing
F.
Public Comment
G.
Deliberations
H.
Business
I.
Adjourn
To attend this meeting remotely:
Via QR Code:
To participate or listen via telephone dial (339) 207-6050
The live meeting can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/KootenaiCountyIdaho
Please be sure to keep your devices on mute to limit background noise.
Thu Sep 10, 2026
Waterways Advisory Board
Board to consider rules on unattended vessels, liveaboards, long-term moorage
The Kootenai County Waterways Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on new rules for unattended vessels, liveaboards, and long-term moorage on county waterways, as presented by KCSO and Parks Waterways. The agenda also includes staff program updates from KCSO and Parks & Waterways, future agenda topics, and public comment. No old business is listed.
- Action item: Unattended vessel, live aboard, and long-term moorage on county waterways (KCSO & Parks Waterways)
- Discussion: KCSO program update
- Discussion: Parks & Waterways program update
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person
waterwaysmarinemooragepublic-safetyparks
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
KOOTENAI COUNTY
WATERWAYS ADVISORY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
WATERWAYS ADVISORY BOARD
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2026
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Kootenai County Search & Rescue Building
10865 N Ramsey Rd
Hayden, Idaho 83835
I.
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (Action Item)
IV.
NEW BUSINESS
A. UNATTENDED VESSEL, LIVE ABOARD, AND LONG-TERM MOORAGE ON COUNTY
WATERWAYS- KCSO & PARKS WATERWAYS (Action Item)
V.
OLD BUSINESS
A. NONE
VI.
STAFF REPORTS
A.
KCSO-PROGRAM UPDATE (Discussion Item)
B.
PARKS & WATERWAYS-PROGRAM UPDATE (Discussion Item)
VII.
FUTURE AGENDA TOPICS (Discussion Item)
VIII.
PUBLIC COMMENT (Discussion Item)
Comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person.
IX.
ADJOURNMENT (Action Item)
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the
admission access to, or treatment in, its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or
accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Board of County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Thu Sep 10, 2026
Community Development - Planning Commission
Kootenai County Planning Commission holds public hearing, no items listed
The Kootenai County Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting for a public hearing on September 10, 2026. The agenda contains only standard procedural items—call to order, roll call, agenda changes, minutes approval, announcements, and adjournment—with no specific zoning cases, applications, or other substantive matters listed. The meeting is open for remote participation by phone or YouTube.
- Public hearing scheduled with no listed agenda items
- Remote attendance via phone (339) 207-6050 or YouTube live stream
- Meeting at 451 N. Government Way, Meeting Room 1B, 1:30 PM
planning-commissionpublic-hearingmeeting-procedureskootenai-county
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
AGENDA
Planning & Zoning Public Hearing
September 10, 2026
1:30 PM
451 N. Government Way, Administrative Building, Meeting Room 1B
A.
CALL TO ORDER
B.
ROLL CALL
C.
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA (Action)
D.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Action)
E.
Public Hearing (Action)
F.
ANNOUNCEMENTS (Action)
G.
ADJOURNMENT
Options to Attend Meeting Remotely:
Via QR Code:
To participate or listen via telephone dial (339) 207-6050
The live meeting can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/KootenaiCountyIdaho
Please be sure to keep your devices on mute to limit background noise.
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access
to, or treatment in, its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be
arranged by contacting the Board of County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Wed Sep 9, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
County board to hear tax cancellation requests at special meeting
The Kootenai County Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to consider requests for cancellation of taxes. The agenda is largely procedural, with public comment periods and a business action item, but no specific tax cancellation requests or other details are listed in the agenda text.
- Requests for Cancellation of Taxes (business action item)
- Public comment periods (discussion)
- Meeting held at 451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
taxescounty-commissionerspublic-meetingspecial-meeting
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or treatment in,
its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Board of
County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Special Meeting Agenda
Requests for Cancellation of Taxes
September 9, 2026
11:00 AM
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
Call to Order
B.
Changes to the Agenda (Action)
C.
Introductions
D.
Swearing in of Participants in Attendance
E.
Public Comment (Discussion)
F.
Business (Action)
G.
Public Comment (Discussion)
H.
Adjourn
To attend this meeting remotely:
The live meeting can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/KootenaiCountyIdaho
To participate or listen via telephone dial (339) 207-6050
Please be sure to keep your devices on mute to limit background noise.
Wed Sep 9, 2026
Airport Advisory Board
Airport Advisory Board meets; no new business on agenda
The Kootenai County Airport Advisory Board is holding its regular meeting with a largely procedural agenda. The board will call to order, address conflicts of interest, approve previous minutes, and receive staff updates. No new business is listed for discussion, and the meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.
- Approve minutes from 06/10/2026 meeting
- Staff reports and updates from Airport Director & staff
- CDA Airport Association update
- No new business; open discussion on agenda items for next meeting by 10/07
airportboard-meetingproceduralpublic-comment
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Airport Advisory Board Agenda Amended
September 9, 2026
5:00 PM
Airport Office - 10375 N Sensor Avenue, Hayden
1.
Call to Order, Roll Call of the Airport Board
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Call for Conflicts of Interest (Action)
4.
Changes to the Agenda (Action)
5.
Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting (Action)
A.
06/10/2026 Minutes
6.
Staff Reports/Updates (Discussion)
A.
Reports/Updates from A/P Director & Staff (Discussion)
7.
CDA Airport Association Update
8.
Business
A.
No New Business (Discussion)
B.
Input on Agenda Items for Next Meeting by 10/07; Open Discussion
(Discussion)
9.
Public Comment
10.
Adjournment
Meeting attendees are welcome to attend in person or via Zoom.
https://zoom.us/j/98259329603 Passcode: 308343
Tue Sep 8, 2026
North Idaho Fair Advisory Board
Fair board to review recap, health insurance, and budget requests
The North Idaho Fair Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and take action on routine matters including approving minutes, reviewing claims and financial statements, and considering new business such as health insurance and budget requests. The agenda also includes a recap of the fair and reports from various committees.
- Approval of August minutes
- Discussion of claims and financial statements
- New business: health insurance
- New business: budget requests
- Fair recap under old business
fairbudgetinsurancefinancecommittee-reports
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
North Idaho Fair Board Meeting
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 – 5 pm
Building 20 - Wildlife Building
AGENDA
● Call Meeting to Order
● Pledge of Allegiance
● Changes to the Agenda (Action)
● Hearing of Delegates
● Approval of August Minutes (Action)
● Reading of Correspondence (Discussion)
● Discussion of Claims and Financial Statements (Action)
● Manager’s Report (Discussion)
● Old Business (Action)
-
Fair Recap
● New Business (Action)
-
Health Insurance
-
Budget Requests
● Committee Reports (Discussion)
-
Rodeo
-
Livestock, 4-H and FFA
-
Facilities, Equipment & Maintenance
-
Fair Foundation
-
Sponsorship & Marketing
-
Finance & Budget
-
Food/Beverage
-
Development/Planning
-
Educational Programming
-
Junior Advisory Board
-
Executive Committee/Personnel
● Public/Open Comments
● Adjournment
Tue Sep 8, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Kootenai County commissioners hold routine status meeting
This is a procedural agenda for the Board of County Commissioners' status update meeting. No specific business items, decisions, or discussions are listed beyond standard agenda items like call to order, public comment, and adjournment.
- No specific business items listed
- Public comment periods scheduled
- Remote attendance via YouTube and phone
meetingproceduralpublic-comment
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or treatment in,
its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Board of
County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Agenda
Commissioners Status Update
September 8, 2026
10:00 AM
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
Call to Order
B.
Changes to the Agenda (Action)
C.
Public Comment (Discussion)
D.
Business
E.
Public Comment (Discussion)
F.
Adjourn
To attend this meeting remotely:
The live meeting can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/KootenaiCountyIdaho
To participate or listen via telephone dial (339) 207-6050
Please be sure to keep your devices on mute to limit background noise.
Tue Sep 8, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners to award Centennial Trail asphalt project, approve marina lease
The Kootenai County Board of Commissioners will hold a business meeting with several action items, including awarding a contract for the Centennial Trail Asphalt Replacement Project Phase 2, approving a marina lease agreement, and authorizing funding for a boat launch parking lot. The board will also consider grant acceptance, agreements for juvenile detention services, and routine administrative approvals.
- Bid award for Centennial Trail Asphalt Replacement Project Phase 2 (Bid#2026-06) to Interstate Concrete and Asphalt
- Authorization to expend funds for Sun Up Bay Boat Launch Parking Lot Seal Coat & Restriping
- Blackwell Island Marina Lease Agreement YC21 with Hagadone Hospitality Co
- Grant award of $2,162,164 from FAA for Taxiway A Rehabilitation, with $56,899.05 cash match
- FY27 Housing Agreement with Coeur d'Alene Tribe for Juvenile Detention
parkstransportationairportjuvenile-detentioncontractsgrantsmarina
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or treatment in,
its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Board of
County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Agenda
Business Meeting
September 08, 2026
2:00 PM
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
Call to Order
B.
Moment of Silence
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
D.
Changes to the Agenda (Action)
Idaho Law prohibits Board action on items brought under this section except
in an emergency circumstance.
E.
Public Comment (Discussion)
F.
Approve Meeting Minutes (Action)
1.
08/06/2026 Human Resources Minutes
2.
08/11/2026 Business Meeting Minutes
3.
08/12/2026 Board of Equalization Minutes
4.
08/18/2026 Commissioners' Status Update Minutes
5.
08/25/2026 Commissioners' Status Update Minutes
6.
08/25/2026 Business Meeting Minutes
7.
08/27/2026 Community Development Minutes
G.
Approve Consent Calendar (Action)
8.
Treasurer's Settlements and Statements Report For August 2026
9.
BOCC Signatures for Indigent Cases: 08/13/2026 - 09/02/2026
10. Human Resources PAF/SCF Report for 2026 PP19 Week 2
H.
Approve Payables List (Action)
11. Payables List for August 31-September 4, 2026
I.
Business
12. Bid-Award Bid#2026-06 / Interstate Concrete and …
Thu Sep 3, 2026
Community Development - Hearing Examiner
Hearing examiner to decide Paulson variance request VAR26-0003
The Kootenai County Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on September 3, 2026, to consider a single variance application (VAR26-0003) submitted by Paulson, represented by Blake Zetter. The meeting includes public comment and rebuttal periods before the examiner makes a decision. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- VAR26-0003 Paulson variance request, presented by Blake Zetter
- Public hearing at 6:00 PM, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B, 451 N. Government Way
- Remote participation via phone (339) 207-6050 or YouTube live stream
variancepublic-hearinghearing-examinerkootenai-countyland-use
✓ Decided: Hearing Examiner reviewed Variance VAR26-0003 for an existing deck
The Kootenai County Hearing Examiner held a public hearing to take testimony on Variance VAR26-0003, requested by Dan Paulson to legalize an existing deck and stairs that do not meet setback requirements. Staff recommended approval, and the Hearing Examiner will make a written recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners, who will make the final decision.
- Heard staff presentation and applicant testimony on Variance VAR26-0003
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or treatment in,
its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Board of
County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Agenda
Hearing Examiner Karl Granrath
Public Hearing
September 03, 2026
6:00 PM
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
Call to Order
B.
Opening Remarks
C.
Public Hearing
1.
VAR26-0003 Paulson
Blake Zetter
D.
Public Comment (Discussion)
E.
Rebuttal (Discussion)
F.
Adjourn
To attend this meeting remotely:
Via QR Code:
To participate or listen via telephone dial (339) 207-6050
The live meeting can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/KootenaiCountyIdaho
Please be sure to keep your devices on mute to limit background noise.
📄 From the minutes
Extracted text of the official minutes document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
MINUTES
KOOTENAI COTJNTY IIEARING EXAMINER
PUBLIC HEARING
September 3,2026
HEARING EXAMINER
KARL GRANRATH
STAFF PRESENT
MIKE BEHARY
BEN TARBUTTON
BLAKE ZETTER
JOCELYN HENNING
REBA GRYTNESS
MINUTES
MINUTES
REVIEWED BY
IIITD
5
BLAKE ZETTER
PLANNER II
KARL GRANRATH
Hearing Examiner
The Official Record of Public Hearing is available on-line at
www.kcgov.us
Karl Granrath called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
The Hearing Examiner explained that the purpose of the public hearing is to take testimony on the items that appear on
the agenda.
The Hearing Examiner will review the testimony presented and make a written recommendation to the Board of
County Commissioners, who will make the final decision.
HEAzuNG EXAMINER MINUTES
September 3,2026
CASE NO: VARil6-0003 PAULSON
Staff Presentation:
Blake Zetter, Planner II, presented Variance VAR26-0003 for an existing deck that does not meet the required
rear and side setbacks. The property is narrow, steeply sloped, and limited by aright-of-way, creating an undue
hardship. The deck was built by a previous owner around 2014 and was discovered when the current owner
applied for a solar-panel permit. All agencies had no objections, no written public comments were received,
and Staff recommended approval of the variances.
Applicant:
Dan Paulson asked for variances to legalize his existing deck and stairs, which were built by a previous owner
around 2013-2014. He explained that the narrow, steep property makes it impossible to place the deck …
Thu Sep 3, 2026
Community Development - Planning Commission
Planning Commission holds public hearing, agenda items unspecified
The Kootenai County Planning Commission is meeting for a Planning & Zoning public hearing. The agenda lists standard procedural items including call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and a public hearing, but does not specify the subject of the hearing or any other substantive items. No specific proposals, projects, or decisions are detailed in the agenda.
- Public hearing scheduled (subject not specified in agenda)
- Approval of minutes (action item)
- Changes to the agenda (action item)
- Announcements (action item)
planning-commissionpublic-hearingmeeting-agendakootenai-county
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
AGENDA
Planning & Zoning Public Hearing
September 3, 2026
1:30 PM
451 N. Government Way, Administrative Building, Meeting Room 1B
A.
CALL TO ORDER
B.
ROLL CALL
C.
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA (Action)
D.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Action)
E.
Public Hearing (Action)
F.
ANNOUNCEMENTS (Action)
G.
ADJOURNMENT
Options to Attend Meeting Remotely:
Via QR Code:
To participate or listen via telephone dial (339) 207-6050
The live meeting can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/KootenaiCountyIdaho
Please be sure to keep your devices on mute to limit background noise.
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access
to, or treatment in, its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be
arranged by contacting the Board of County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Thu Sep 3, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
County board to hold closed sessions on personnel matters
The Kootenai County Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting focused on human resources items. The agenda includes a request for overlap pay for Specialty Court, a temporary position conversion for the Prosecuting Attorney's office, and three closed executive sessions to discuss personnel matters, with decisions to follow in open session. Public comment is scheduled at the start and end of the meeting.
- Overlap pay request for Specialty Court, with executive session and open-session decision
- Temporary conversion of Position 429-018 for FY27 in the Prosecuting Attorney's office
- Executive session (1)(b) for Prosecuting Attorney personnel evaluation/dismissal
- Executive session (1)(b) for BOCC personnel evaluation/dismissal
personnelhuman-resourcesexecutive-sessionprosecuting-attorneyspecialty-court
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Kootenai County does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of disability in the admission access to, or treatment in,
its public meetings, programs, or activities. Requests for assistance or accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Board of
County Commissioners Office at (208) 446-1600.
Special Meeting Agenda
Human Resources
September 03, 2026
10:00 AM
451 N. Government Way, Administration Building, Meeting Room 1A/B
A.
Call to Order
B.
Changes to the Agenda (Action)
C.
Public Comment (Discussion)
D.
Business
1.
Overlap Pay Request - Specialty Court
a. Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(a) to
consider hiring a public officer, employee, staff member or individual
agent. - BOCC Division (Closed Session - Discussion)
b. Decisions / Direction (Open Meeting - Action)
Lisa Chesebro
2.
Position Conversion - Temporarily Convert Position 429-018 for FY27 -
Prosecuting Attorney (Action)
Stanley T.
Mortensen
3.
Executive Session (1)(b) - Prosecuting Attorney
a. Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(b) to
consider the evaluation, dismissal or disciplining of, or to hear
complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, staff
member or individual agent. - Prosecuting Attorney Division (Closed
Session - Discussion)
b. Decisions / Direction (Open Meeting - Action)
Stanley
Mortensen
4.
Executive Session (1)(b) - BOCC
a. Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(b) to
consider the evaluation, dismis …
Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 109 on record.
🌐 County-level context (Kootenai County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Adults with low literacy12.6% (low numeracy 22% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
1,705
Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.
Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the
research explorer.
🔗 Embed this city · use the data
Free to reuse under CC BY 4.0 — a link back is appreciated. Paste this into your site:
<iframe src="https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/kcgov.us/embed/" width="100%" height="640" loading="lazy" style="border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:8px" title="Kootenai County government meetings"></iframe>
<p>Local government meetings via <a href="https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/kcgov.us/">MyTown</a></p>
The credit line under the iframe is a real link back — keep it and you help others find us (and it satisfies the CC BY attribution). Prefer JSON? API v2 meetings · full embed & API guide.