Minidoka County public meetings in 2021

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider several action items, including the use of ARPA funds for water and wastewater and a new animal control fee resolution. The meeting also includes appointments to various boards and updates on jail equipment and county projects.

• Resolution 2021-12-20 and Ordinance 2021-12-20 regarding Animal Control Fees
• Letter of intent with DEQ for water and wastewater use of ARPA funds
• Purchase of new dryers for the jail
• Appointment to the District IV Interoperability
• Appointment to the Snowmobile Advisory Board

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved an animal control ordinance and a resolution revising animal control rates and fees. They also approved several other items, including a letter of support for a new boathouse, the public defender expenditure report, a reappointment to the Animal Shelter Trust Board, tax cancellations, jail dryers, a liquor license, and claims and payroll. One motion to approve HB562 application cancellations died for lack of a second, but a subsequent motion for specific tax cancellations passed.

• Approved ordinance 2021-12-20 for animal control
• Approved resolution 2021-12-20 revising animal control rates and fees
• Approved letter of support for waterway committee new boathouse
• Approved public defender 2021 expenditure report
• Reappointed Jeff McEwen to Animal Shelter Trust Board
• Approved HB562 tax cancellations totaling $305.68
• Approved purchase of two jail dryers for $19,015.00
• Approved liquor license for J & M bar LLC

Community Development

The Minidoka County Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to consider several land use actions. Items include a CAFO expansion for Valley View Dairy, the Crossbill rezone application, and an Espino special use permit.

• CAFO Valley View Dairy expansion
• Crossbill Rezone Application
• Espino Special Use
• Review of Wind Turbine Systems Existing Ordinances

The Minidoka County Planning and Zoning Board approved three requests: a CAFO dairy expansion increasing animal units from 4,760 to 6,100, a zoning map amendment for the Crossbill property changing Agriculture Medium to Industrial Light, and a special use permit for a single-family dwelling in an industrial zone with conditions. The board also discussed wind turbine ordinances but took no action.

• Approved amendment to special use application for Valley View Dairy expansion from 4,760 to 6,100 animal units (all in favor)
• Recommended zoning map amendment for Crossbill property from Agriculture Medium to Industrial Light (all in favor)
• Approved special use permit for Espino property at 192 West 244 Lane South with condition to install a planting strip (all in favor)
• Approved minutes from October 21, 2021 meeting (all in favor)

Mini-Cassia Juvenile Probation Board Meeting

The board will meet to review and approve the minutes from the November 9, 2021, meeting. The agenda includes activity reports from the Juvenile Judge, Juvenile Probation Department, IDJC District 5 Liaison, and the Juvenile Detention Center.

• Review and approval of November 9, 2021, minutes
• Report from Juvenile Judge Mick Hodges
• Report from Chief Probation Officer Dixie Tate-Dennis
• Report from Juvenile Detention Center Director Trent Bodily
• Discussion regarding Phil Sillin retirement

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee will meet to consider personnel actions and review proposals for new dryers and the Wrap restraint system. Directors from the Criminal Justice Center, Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and Juvenile Detention Center will report on activities and budget matters. The committee may also discuss scheduling a meeting on December 28 and could enter executive sessions for personnel, legal, or property matters.

• Review proposal for new dryers
• Review proposal for the Wrap restraint system
• Personnel action items for Criminal Justice Center, Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and Juvenile Detention Center
• Budget matters report by Clerk Page and Clerk Larsen
• Possible executive sessions under Idaho Code § 74-206

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee conditionally approved employment for Hannah Caprai and three probation hires, authorized the purchase of two dryers for $19,015, and approved the WRAP restraint system for $1,450. The committee also voted to cancel the December 28 meeting and meet next on January 11, 2022.

• Conditionally approved Hannah Caprai for employment (motion carried)
• Authorized purchase of two dryers for $19,015 (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of WRAP restraint system for $1,450 (motion carried)
• Conditionally approved hires: Sonja Gonzales, Shawnee Jennings, Angela Hollins (motion carried)
• Skipped December 28, 2021 meeting; next meeting January 11, 2022 (motion carried)

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including approving a letter of intent with the DEQ for ARPA water and wastewater funds, signing a lease with the City of Burley for the Sheriff's marine building, and approving personnel policy changes. They will also discuss an animal control fee resolution and ordinance, and hear a presentation on adult misdemeanor probation. The agenda includes public comment, approval of claims and minutes, and various appointments.

• Approve letter of intent with DEQ for water and wastewater use of ARPA funds
• Sign lease with City of Burley for Sheriff's marine building
• Approve personnel policy changes effective 12-26-2021
• Discuss Animal Control fee resolution and ordinance
• HB562 tax cancellations

The Minidoka County Commissioners denied two county aid applications due to insufficient evidence, approved personnel policy changes effective December 26, 2021, and signed a lease with the City of Burley for the Sheriff's marine building. They also approved claims, payroll, tax cancellations, and a hardship tax denial, while tabling several items for future meetings.

• Denied county aid application 2021-64 (St. Luke's withdrew)
• Denied county aid application 2021-55
• Approved claims and payroll as presented
• Denied hardship tax application for Magdalena Martinez (RPR11200060010)
• Signed lease with City of Burley for Sheriff's marine building
• Approved personnel policy changes effective December 26, 2021
• Approved HB562 tax cancellations totaling $3,769.76
• Tabled Snowmobile Advisory Board and District IV Interoperability appointments

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss IT applicant interviews and decide whether to offer the position or move forward with a contract process. The board will take action on filling the IT position. This is a special meeting, not a regular one, and the agenda contains only this single personnel matter.

• Discuss IT applicant interviews
• Decide to offer position or move forward with contract process – action item
• Fill IT position – action item

The Minidoka County Commissioners held a special meeting and voted to hire Edward Michael Stevens as IT director, starting December 13, 2021, at a salary of $63,000, increasing to $67,000 on October 1, 2022. Stevens accepted the offer. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved hiring Edward Michael Stevens as IT director (motion carried)
• Set starting salary at $63,000, increasing to $67,000 effective October 1, 2022

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with action items including approval of claims, payroll, minutes, certificates of residency, a general reserve appropriation, a Rupert property purchase, and signing county vessel fund reporting paperwork. They will also discuss ARPA funds, hear reports from various officials, and conduct interviews for an IT position. An executive session is scheduled for applications for county aid.

• ARPA discussion
• Rupert property purchase – action item
• General Reserve appropriation – action item
• HB562 tax cancellations – action item
• Approve Certificates of Residency – Junior College – action item

The Board approved claims and payroll, including $24,690 for a generator paid from ARPA funds, avoiding a General Reserve appropriation. They also approved tax cancellations, re-appointed Weed Advisory Board members, signed the County Vessel fund report, and approved a real estate purchase agreement for the Rupert property. No county aid applications were received. The Board conducted interviews for an open IT position and will deliberate on December 9.

• Approved claims and payroll as presented, including $24,690 for a generator from ARPA funds.
• Approved minutes from November 29.
• Approved Certificates of Residency as presented.
• Approved HB562 tax cancellations totaling $2,611.40.
• Re-appointed Tim Whiting, Melvin Barfuss, and Lorien Stroud to the Weed Advisory Board.
• Approved and signed the County Vessel fund report.
• Approved and signed the real estate purchase and sale agreement for the Rupert property.

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to approve claims, payroll, and minutes. The agenda includes a discussion on ARPA funds and a vote on a proposed dog ordinance that was previously tabled. The board will also address policy manual revisions and appoint members to the Snowmobile Board.

• Discussion of ARPA funds
• Action on proposed dog ordinance tabled from 11-22-2021
• Revision of policy manual tabled from 11-8-2021
• Appointment of Snowmobile Board
• Beet grower lease approval

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved a meal reimbursement increase (breakfast $11 to $12, lunch $14 to $16, dinner $23 to $26) on a 2-1 roll call vote, with Commissioner Schenk dissenting. They also approved amending the vacation policy to add three extra days at 10 years of employment and two more at 15 years, capping at 20 days, effective upon policy manual revision. Other actions included approving claims and payroll, minutes, certificates of residency, an IJA financial survey, a federal forfeiture reimbursement, a revised sugar beet growers lease ($1,000 to $1,500 per year), and HB562 tax cancellations totaling $4,391.62. Several items were tabled, including the dog ordinance discussion, District 4 Interoperability appointment, and Snowmobile Board appointment.

• Approved claims and payroll as presented
• Approved minutes from November 22, 2021
• Approved Certificates of Residency as presented
• Approved IJA Financial survey
• Approved Federal forfeiture reimbursement to sheriff's office
• Approved revised lease with Minidoka County Sugar Beet Growers from $1,000 to $1,500 per year
• Approved meal reimbursement increase (breakfast $12, lunch $16, dinner $26) on 2-1 vote
• Approved vacation policy amendment adding 3 days at 10 years and 2 days at 15 years, max 20 days

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The committee is meeting to discuss and take action on personnel matters for the Criminal Justice Center, Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and the Juvenile Detention Center. The meeting also includes reports on budget matters and activity from these three departments.

• Personnel action item for Criminal Justice Center
• Personnel action item for Adult Misdemeanor Probation
• Personnel action item for Juvenile Detention Center
• Budget matters report

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee decided to continue business as usual with ICE and declined to pursue a modified contract that includes a vaccination mandate. The committee agreed to respond to ICE that they are not interested in the modification as long as the mandate is included. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included routine reports and an executive session with no action taken.

• Declined ICE modified contract with vaccination mandate (consensus)
• Approved minutes of November 9, 2021 (motion carried)
• Entered executive session under Idaho Code §74-206(1)(b) (4-0)
• No action taken after executive session

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including approving claims and payroll, discussing ARPA funds, and considering a proposed dog ordinance. They will also vote on resolutions for opioid settlement agreements and a memorandum of understanding with the State of Idaho, as well as reappoint members to the Fair Board. The meeting includes executive sessions for litigation and county aid applications.

• Approve and sign Resolution to enter into Opioid Settlement Agreements
• Approve and sign Memorandum of Understanding with State of Idaho
• Discuss proposed dog ordinance from tabled discussion 8-16-2021
• Surplus 7 vehicle laptop mounts
• Re-appoint Dan Kindig, Laurie Copmann, Les Nye and Marty VanTassel to Fair Board

The Minidoka County Commissioners denied two County Aid Applications (2021-49 and 2021-54) due to applicant non-cooperation and insufficient evidence. They approved a $13,169.48 Dell R640 server purchase, reappointed four members to the Fair Board, and authorized the County Attorney to sign the Opioid Settlement Agreement. The board also discussed the dog ordinance tabled in August and placed it on next week's agenda.

• Denied County Aid Application 2021-49 for lack of cooperation and insufficient evidence
• Denied County Aid Application 2021-54 for lack of cooperation and insufficient evidence
• Approved claims and payroll as presented
• Approved purchase of Dell R640 server for $13,169.48
• Reappointed Dan Kindig, Laurie Copmann, Les Nye, and Marty VanTassell to the Fair Board
• Approved Resolution 2021-11-22 authorizing County Attorney to sign Opioid Settlement Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding
• Approved HB562 tax cancellations totaling $1,575.34
• Surplused 7 vehicle laptop mounts from the Sheriff's Department

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a mix of routine administrative actions and substantive discussions. Key items include a discussion on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, a vote on a Guardian RFID contract, and decisions on funding the Joint Juvenile Detention Center (JDC) early, along with requests for Cassia County to do the same. The agenda also includes several action items such as approving claims, payroll, minutes, certificates of residency, and tax cancellations, plus an executive session for county aid applications.

• ARPA discussion
• Guardian RFID contract – action item
• Vote on USDA FSA committee member – action item
• Request Cassia to fund Joint JDC early – action item
• Authorize Minidoka County to fund Joint JDC early – action item

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved routine items including claims, payroll, certificates of residency, the annual Juvenile Justice report, and the Guardian RFID contract. They also appointed Spencer Wilson and Jennie Bateman to Planning and Zoning board positions, approved tax cancellations, and authorized early funding for the Juvenile Detention Center. No public comment or county aid applications were presented.

• Approved claims and payroll as presented
• Approved Certificates of Residency as presented
• Approved and signed annual Juvenile Justice report
• Authorized Commissioner McClellan to sign USDA FSA committee election ballot
• Authorized Commissioner McClellan to sign Guardian RFID contract
• Appointed Spencer Wilson and Jennie Bateman to Planning and Zoning board
• Approved tax cancellations totaling $21,334.24
• Authorized early funding for Joint Juvenile Detention Center

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The committee is meeting to take action on personnel matters and specific contracts for the Criminal Justice Center, Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and Juvenile Detention Center. The agenda includes reviews of a Guardian RFID contract draft and an ICE amendment.

• Guardian RFID Contract Draft action item
• ICE Amendment action item
• Update proposal to inmate rules
• Personnel action items for Criminal Justice Center, Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and Juvenile Detention Center
• Budget matters report

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee approved hiring two jail applicants pending testing and board recommendation, approved presenting the Guardian RFID contract to both county commissions, and rejected an ICE amendment that would have required compliance with a federal COVID vaccine mandate. The committee also approved updates to jail inmate rules, including dress code, meal grievance, and legal mail definitions. Budget reports showed the Juvenile Detention Center facing a projected $193,000 deficit by January, prompting a proposal for early funding from both counties.

• Approved hiring Tayson Snarr and Nicolete Aburto pending testing and board recommendation
• Approved presenting Guardian RFID contract to both Commissioner Boards
• Rejected ICE amendment on COVID executive order and vaccine mandate
• Approved jail inmate rule changes (sweats, meals, Bible studies, legal mail)
• Set quarterly jail review with both Boards for Nov 29 at 8:00 AM
• Entered executive session (IC-74206(1)(b)) and took matters under advisement

Mini-Cassia Juvenile Probation Board Meeting

The Mini-Cassia Executive Board of Juvenile Probation is meeting via Zoom to review and approve the October 12, 2021 minutes and receive activity reports from the juvenile judge, probation department, IDJC District 5 liaison, and detention center director. The agenda includes discussion of unfinished business and a possible executive session.

• Review and approve minutes from October 12, 2021
• Report from Juvenile Judge Mick Hodges
• Report from Chief Probation Officer Dixie Tate-Dennis
• Report from IDJC District 5 Liaison Renee Waite
• Report from Juvenile Detention Center Director Trent Bodily

The Mini-Cassia Executive Board of Juvenile Probation approved the October 12, 2021 minutes. Reports were given on juvenile court, probation activities, detention, and finances, but no substantive policy decisions were made. The meeting was procedural, with all action limited to the minutes approval.

• Approved October 12, 2021 meeting minutes (motion carried)

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to discuss ARPA funds and canvas election results as the Board of Canvassers. The agenda also includes appointments for District 4 Interoperability and Planning and Zoning board members.

• Canvas election results
• District 4 Interoperability appointment
• Approval of solid waste fee waivers for 2022
• Planning and Zoning board member appointments
• Special use application fee waiver for Alberto & Bonnie Espino

The Minidoka County Commissioners denied three County Aid applications (Cases 2021-52, 2021-45, 2021-44) due to lack of medical indigency, cooperation, or proof. They approved the November 2 election canvass results, reappointed two Planning and Zoning board members, waived special use permit fees for Alberto and Bonnie Espino, and tabled several items including Planning and Zoning replacements and a personnel policy amendment.

• Denied County Aid Case 2021-52 (not medically indigent)
• Denied County Aid Case 2021-45 (applicant failed to cooperate)
• Denied County Aid Case 2021-44 (insufficient evidence)
• Approved November 2 election canvass results
• Reappointed Troy Willkins and Dacx Duffin to Planning and Zoning board
• Waived special use permit fees for Alberto and Bonnie Espino
• Tabled Planning and Zoning board replacements to Nov 15
• Tabled personnel policy amendment to Nov 29

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to act on several items including a budget amendment resolution and general appropriations. The meeting also includes public hearings for the Old Dairy and Villasenor subdivisions.

• Resolution for Budget Amendment FY21 budget
• Resolution for General Appropriations
• Old Dairy Subdivision Hearing
• Villasenor Subdivision Hearing
• Idaho Office Emergency Management MOU

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved the Old Dairy and Villasenor subdivisions, along with budget amendment and general appropriation resolutions. They also approved a homeland security grant MOU, an IT access agreement, and several administrative items. No public comments were made during the hearings.

• Approved Old Dairy Subdivision as presented
• Approved Villasenor Subdivision as presented
• Approved Resolution 2021-11-01a for Budget Amendment
• Approved Resolution 2021-11-1b for General Appropriation
• Approved MOU with State of Idaho for 2021 Homeland Security Grant Program funding
• Approved ITD access to private property for I-84 Burley and Heyburn interchanges
• Approved claims and payroll as presented
• Appointed Kent McClellan as representative to New Economic Development (SID)

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The committee is meeting to take action on personnel matters for the Criminal Justice Center, Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and Juvenile Detention Center. Members will also consider a draft contract for Guardian RFID.

• Guardian RFID Contract Draft
• Criminal Justice Center personnel actions
• Adult Misdemeanor Probation personnel actions
• Juvenile Detention Center personnel actions

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee took a non-official vote against approving a proposed amendment to the ICE contract that would require mandatory COVID-19 vaccination of all jail employees, with both counties' sheriffs stating they would not impose such a mandate. The item will be officially placed on the next agenda. The committee also approved the minutes from the October 12, 2021 meeting.

• Approved minutes of October 12, 2021 meeting (motion carried)
• Rejected ICE contract amendment with mandatory vaccination requirement (non-official vote, to be formalized next agenda)

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider routine administrative items, including claims and payroll, minutes, and various appointments. They will also discuss ARPA funding and hold an executive session for county aid applications. Several action items involve contracts and licenses, and the meeting includes department head discussions on IT and employee morale.

• Approval of claims and payroll
• Approve alcoholic beverage license application
• IOEM 2021 Subrecipient Agreement
• Contract IT Services
• Indigent appeal hearings (2021-26, 2021-28, 2021-29)

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved several items, including an interim IT director contract for Janie Rutschke (not to exceed 200 hours per month), a county aid case with reimbursement conditions, and a $39,186.86 homeland security grant agreement. They also approved an appraisal contract with Karlene Kelly and designated floating holidays for FY22. An Interoperability Governance Board appointment was tabled.

• Approved County Aid Case 2021-28 with $200/month and half income tax refund reimbursement
• Approved claims and payroll as presented
• Approved IOEM 2021 Subrecipient agreement for $39,186.86 (homeland security grant)
• Authorized hardship donation program for employee #770
• Approved interim IT director contract for Janie Rutschke (not to exceed 200 hours/month)
• Approved appraisal contract with Karlene Kelly for revaluation services
• Approved day after Thanksgiving and day before New Year's as floating holidays for FY22
• Tabled Interoperability Governance Board appointment

Community Development

The Minidoka County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and consider a special use application for the Hansen Ranch Ag Residential Subdivision. The meeting is open to the public and includes an action item on the subdivision request.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Hansen Ranch Ag Residential Subdivision Special Use application

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Commissioners are holding their regular Monday meeting with a mix of administrative approvals and substantive policy discussions. Key action items include deciding whether to join the State of Idaho's opioid lawsuit, discussing how to spend ARPA funds, and considering a proposal for IT services. The board will also vote on claims, payroll, minutes, a food service agreement amendment, and a building remodel, plus hold executive sessions for county aid applications and legal matters.

• Opioid Settlement and joining State of Idaho opioid lawsuit – action items
• ARPA discussion on fund allocation
• Approve amendment to Summit Food Service Partnership Agreement effective Oct 1, 2021 (MCCJC)
• ETS proposal for IT services from Bill Jones & Jacob Bennett
• Building purchase with Federal funds – action item

The Minidoka County Commissioners voted to join the State of Idaho in its opioid lawsuit settlement, approved an amendment to the Summit Food contract for the Mini-Cassia Criminal Justice Center, and made several board appointments. They also discussed IT services, a potential building purchase, and personnel policy updates, but took no action on the building purchase.

• Approved joining State of Idaho opioid lawsuit settlement (unanimous)
• Approved Summit Food contract amendment for Mini-Cassia Criminal Justice Center (unanimous)
• Reappointed Ray Koyle, Jerry Langford, Laura Twiss, Linda Pethel to Board of Community Guardians (unanimous)
• Appointed Kathy Gray as Veterans board director, David Norby as alternate (unanimous)
• Approved claims and payroll as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes with minor spelling correction (unanimous)
• Signed Boulder Ridge subdivision plat
• No action taken on building purchase with federal funds

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The committee will consider action items regarding personnel for the Criminal Justice Center, Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and Juvenile Detention Center. The meeting also includes decisions on contracts for Guardian RFID and a Summit food contract amendment.

• Guardian RFID contract
• Summit food contract amendment
• Criminal Justice Center personnel
• Adult Misdemeanor Probation personnel
• Juvenile Detention Center personnel

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee approved hiring Meredith Goff for the juvenile detention nurse position, tabled the Guardian RFID contract pending review, and authorized presenting the Summit Food contract amendment to both county commissioner boards. Budget and population reports were given, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved hiring Meredith Goff as juvenile detention nurse (motion carried)
• Tabled Guardian RFID contract until next meeting
• Authorized Director Renz to present Summit Food contract amendment to county commissioners (motion carried)

Mini-Cassia Juvenile Probation Board Meeting

The Mini-Cassia Executive Board of Juvenile Probation will hold a routine meeting on November 9, 2021, via Zoom. The agenda includes approving the minutes from the October 12 meeting, receiving reports from the juvenile judge, probation department, IDJC liaison, and detention center director, and discussing unfinished business. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Review and approve minutes of October 12, 2021
• Report from Juvenile Judge Mick Hodges
• Report from Chief Probation Officer Dixie Tate-Dennis
• Report from IDJC District 5 Liaison Renee Waite
• Report from Juvenile Detention Center Director Trent Bodily

The Mini-Cassia Executive Board of Juvenile Probation approved the minutes from its September 12, 2021 meeting. Reports were given on juvenile court, probation activities, detention, and IDJC liaison updates, with no formal decisions made on policy or budget.

• Approved minutes of September 12, 2021 (motion carried)

Veteran's Service Advisory Board

The Mini Cassia Veterans Advisory Board is holding a special meeting to fill vacancies for Cassia County and Minidoka County. The board will also discuss the resignation of Paul Henscheid and vote on changing meeting months and locations.

• Appoint one director for Cassia County
• Appoint two alternates for Cassia County
• Appoint one alternate for Minidoka County
• Discuss the resignation of Paul Henscheid
• Vote on changing by-laws regarding meeting months and locations

The Mini Cassia Veterans Advisory Board filled several vacancies and changed its bylaws. The board approved new members for director and alternate positions in both Cassia and Minidoka counties. It also voted to hold meetings in February, May, August, and November, and removed the requirement for a set meeting location.

• Approved Todd Muhlestein as Cassia County Director
• Approved George Sherblom as Cassia County Alternate
• Approved Marschell Wayment as Cassia County Alternate
• Approved Kathy Gray as Minidoka County Director
• Approved David Norby as Minidoka County Alternate
• Approved bylaw change: meetings in February, May, August, November
• Approved bylaw change: no set meeting location mandated

Community Development

The Commission will meet to review minutes and consider action items regarding specific land use requests. The agenda includes a variance request for Tyler Davids and reviews of the Old Dairy and Villaseñor subdivisions.

• Tyler Davids Variance
• Old Dairy Subdivision
• Villaseñor Subdivision

The Minidoka County Planning and Zoning Board approved a lot size variance for Tyler Davids, recommended approval of the Old Dairy Subdivision and the Villaseñor Subdivision to county commissioners, and approved the minutes from the August 19, 2021 meeting. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved minutes from August 19, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Tyler Davids' lot size variance at 170 S. 100 W, Rupert (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Old Dairy Subdivision to commissioners (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Villaseñor Subdivision to commissioners with stipulation for building permit on lot 2 within 24 months (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to approve routine administrative items, including claims, payroll, and minutes. The agenda includes a public hearing on fees for the voter registration list and a discussion on an ARPA funding discussion. Commissioners will also vote on a building purchase using federal funds and a food service contract for the Juvenile Detention facility.

• Public hearing on fees for voter registration list
• Building purchase with Federal funds
• Food service contract with Thomas Cuisine for Juvenile Detention
• Memorandum of Understanding between University of Idaho and Minidoka County
• Personnel policy amendment regarding employee breaks and Juneteenth Holiday

The Minidoka County Commissioners denied two county aid applications (2021-43 and 2021-21) due to insufficient evidence or lack of proof. They approved several contracts, including the Veteran Service Officer FY22 annual contract, a food service contract with Thomas Cuisine for the Juvenile Detention Center, and a Memorandum of Understanding with University of Idaho Extension. They also set a $20.00 fee for voter registration lists and approved multiple resolutions, including record destruction and an emergency management grant adjustment.

• Denied county aid application 2021-43 (unanimous)
• Denied county aid application 2021-21 (unanimous)
• Approved FY22 Veteran Service Officer contract (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-10-4 for destruction of treasurer's records (unanimous)
• Approved Thomas Cuisine food service contract for Juvenile Detention Center (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with University of Idaho Extension (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-10-4b setting $20.00 voter registration report fee (unanimous)
• Approved alcoholic beverage license for El Palenque (unanimous)

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The committee is meeting to take action on personnel matters and review proposals for the Criminal Justice Center, Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and Juvenile Detention Center. Discussions include security upgrades and contract changes.

• Review of Securus proposals for contract changes
• Review of PST proposal for additional smoke detectors and cameras in the jail
• Review of updated drug free workplace policy for the jail
• Personnel actions for Criminal Justice Center, Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and Juvenile Detention Center

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee approved several actions, including hiring Nathan Anderson and conditionally hiring Justin Merrill, approving a Securus contract addendum to comply with FCC phone rate limits, and funding new smoke detectors and cameras. They also adopted a random drug testing policy for jail personnel.

• Approved hiring Nathan Anderson for open position (motion carried)
• Approved hiring Justin Merrill if he passes background test (motion carried)
• Approved Securus Addendum #2 to reduce phone rates to $0.21 and extend contract to 2024 (motion carried)
• Approved $3,900 expenditure for smoke alarms and camera installation (motion carried)
• Adopted random drug testing policy for jail personnel (motion carried)

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting on September 22, 2021, in place of the regular September 27 meeting, which is cancelled due to lack of quorum. The board will consider two action items: approving the FY2022 payroll increase and setting the local taxing district's levy. The meeting is required to have 24-hour notice under Idaho law.

• Approve FY2022 payroll increase
• Set and approve local taxing district's levy pursuant to I.C. 63-808(1)

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved the 2022 tax levies as presented, following an explanation of how they affect the county in FY22. They also approved the FY22 payroll increase, effective October 1, 2021. Both motions carried unanimously.

• Approved 2022 tax levies as presented (unanimous)
• Approved FY22 payroll increase effective October 1, 2021 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with multiple action items, including approving claims, payroll, and minutes. They will discuss ARPA funding, amend personnel policy regarding employee breaks and the Juneteenth holiday, and sign several agreements, including a pathology services contract with Ada County and an emergency management subrecipient agreement. The board will also hold executive sessions for county aid applications and indigent appeal hearings.

• ARPA discussion
• Personnel policy amendment re: employee breaks and Juneteenth Holiday
• Sign Agreement for Pathology Services between Minidoka County and Ada County
• Sign Idaho Office of Emergency Management 2021 Subrecipient Agreement
• Approve alcoholic beverage license application

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved case #2021-23 and denied cases #2021-36 and #2021-34, all related to indigent claims. They also approved the CAI annual contract, designated polling places for the November election, and approved several other agreements and licenses. The meeting included reports from department heads and an executive session for an indigent hearing.

• Approved case #2021-23 and filed creditor claim against estate
• Denied case #2021-36 (applicant failed to cooperate)
• Denied case #2021-34 (applicant failed to cooperate, insufficient evidence)
• Approved and signed new CAI contract
• Approved designated polling places for November 2 election
• Approved and signed Agreement for Pathology Services with Ada County
• Approved claims and payroll
• Approved alcoholic beverage license for Sport Shop

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of County Commissioners is holding an executive session on September 16, 2021, at 3:45 PM. The only agenda item is a tour of grounds and building, authorized under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(c). This is a closed session with no public decisions or discussions listed.

• Executive session under I.C. 74-204(3) and I.C. 74-206(1)(c) for tour of grounds and building
• Meeting at Commissioner Meeting Room, 1st Floor of Main Courthouse, 715 G Street, Rupert, Idaho

The Executive Session meeting of the Board of County Commissioners was held on September 16, 2021, and consisted solely of a tour of the grounds and building. No substantive decisions, approvals, or discussions were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 4:15 P.M.

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The committee will consider action items regarding personnel for the Criminal Justice Center, Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and Juvenile Detention Center. The body will also review a proposal for a radio repeater and an inmate tracking system.

• Personnel actions for Criminal Justice Center, Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and Juvenile Detention Center
• Inmate Tracking System and ICRMP grant action
• Proposal for radio repeater action
• Budget matters report

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee approved the purchase and execution of the Guardian RFD inmate tracking system for $36,290, with $15,600 reimbursed by ICRMP, despite it not being budgeted. They also approved hiring a new jail employee pending background check and physical test, and purchased a $3,847 radio repeater to fix dead spots. The committee ratified the hiring of Tyler Stofey as a full-time pretrial officer-UA tech. Minutes from August 24, 2021, were approved.

• Approved minutes of August 24, 2021
• Approved hiring a jail applicant pending background check and physical test
• Approved purchase and execution of Guardian RFD inmate tracking system for $36,290
• Approved purchase of radio repeater for $3,847
• Ratified hiring of Tyler Stofey for Misdemeanor UA Tech position

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including approving claims, payroll, and minutes. They will discuss ARPA funding, a personnel policy amendment, and decide on resolutions for voter registration list fees and indigent housing amounts, as well as an ordinance increasing solid waste fees. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a proposed 5-lot residential subdivision, a hospital budget presentation, and executive sessions for county aid applications and legal matters.

• Resolution 2021-09-13A: adding voter registration list fee
• Resolution 2021-09-13B: indigent allowed amount for housing
• Ordinance 2021-09-13: solid waste fee increase
• Public Hearing: Boulder Ridge Subdivision (5-lot residential)
• Minidoka Memorial Hospital FY2022 Budget presentation

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved the Boulder Ridge Subdivision (5 lots on 10.5 acres) after a public hearing, approved Minidoka Memorial Hospital's FY2022 budget, and passed resolutions increasing indigent housing allowances and solid waste disposal fees. They also approved a records destruction resolution and chose to access ICRMP directly, saving 6% in premiums. Several items were tabled, including a personnel policy amendment and sheriff vehicle discussion.

• Approved Boulder Ridge Subdivision as presented (motion carried)
• Approved Minidoka Memorial Hospital FY2022 budget (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 2021-09-13A for destruction of prosecutor's office records (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 2021-09-13B increasing indigent housing allowance from $450 to $900 for 2-bedroom, plus $50 per additional bedroom up to $1000 (motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-09-13 increasing solid waste disposal tax fee from $85.00 to $87.50 (motion carried)
• Approved accessing ICRMP directly without an agent, saving 6% in annual premium (motion carried)
• Approved claims and payroll as presented, with one bill withheld (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from August 23 and August 30, 2021 (motions carried)

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing to fix and adopt the FY2022 budget. The meeting also includes discussions on ARPA, solid waste fee increases, and a memorandum of agreement regarding the Mini-Cassia Juvenile Detention Center.

• FY2022 Budget public hearing
• Memorandum of Agreement between Minidoka County and Jerome, Bear Lake, and Camas Counties
• Solid waste special fee increase discussion
• Approval of new Information Policy
• Settlement requirements for payoff 2017-49 & 1994-51

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved the FY2022 budget via Resolution 2021-08-30, and raised the indigent rent allowance for a two-bedroom house or apartment from $450 to $900, with an additional $50 per extra bedroom up to $1,000. They also approved claims and payroll (except one $1,200 Parks and Recreation claim), a revised IT Information Policy, and Memorandums of Agreement with Jerome, Bear Lake, and Camas counties for the Mini-Cassia Juvenile Justice Center. The board rescinded a prior joint resolution on a suicide coalition and approved a new one with a 2-1 vote.

• Approved Resolution 2021-08-30 adopting FY2022 budget (unanimous)
• Approved raising indigent rent allowance to $900 for 2-bedroom, up to $1,000 max (unanimous)
• Approved claims and payroll, pulling one $1,200 Parks and Recreation claim (unanimous)
• Approved revised IT Information Policy with wording change (unanimous)
• Approved Memorandums of Agreement with Jerome, Bear Lake, Camas counties for Juvenile Justice Center (unanimous)
• Rescinded Joint Resolution 08-01-2021 and approved Joint Resolution 8-30-2021 for Suicide Coalition (2-1, Schenk nay)

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The committee will consider personnel actions for the Criminal Justice Center, Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and the Juvenile Detention Center. Members will also review a proposal for an inmate tracking system.

• Personnel actions for Criminal Justice Center
• Personnel actions for Adult Misdemeanor Probation
• Personnel actions for Juvenile Detention Center
• Proposal for inmate tracking system
• Budget matters report

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee approved moving forward with hiring one of two applicants for an open Criminal Justice Center position, contingent on passing a background test. The committee also approved moving forward with the Guardian RFID inmate tracking system after checking with ICRMP and possible grants. Minutes from August 10, 2021 were approved.

• Approved minutes of August 10, 2021
• Approved moving forward with hiring one applicant for the open Criminal Justice Center position, pending background test
• Approved moving forward with Guardian RFID inmate tracking system after checking with ICRMP and possible grants
• Adjourned the meeting

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of County Commissioners will approve a Memorandum of Agreement with Power County regarding the Mini-Cassia Juvenile Detention Center. The board will also discuss the location of RV parks versus mobile home parks and approve a joint resolution to create a local suicide prevention coalition. Additionally, the meeting includes standard administrative actions such as claims approval and weekly departmental updates.

• Approve and sign Memorandum of Agreement between Minidoka County (Mini-Cassia Juvenile Detention Center) and Power County
• Approve and sign Joint Resolution 2021-08-01 to create local coalition for suicide prevention
• Discussion on RV park locations vs. mobile home park locations in the county
• Approve quote for Acronis
• Request to negotiate a payoff - 2017-49 & 1994-51

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved a joint resolution with Cassia County to create a local suicide prevention coalition, approved IT purchases, and handled several indigent cases. They tabled a settlement request and solid waste fees until next week. The board also approved claims, minutes, certificates of residency, and a memorandum of agreement with Power County.

• Approved joint resolution 2021-08-01 for suicide prevention coalition with Cassia County
• Approved IT purchase of 24TB external hard drive ($869.99) and 4TB Acronis with 3-year contract ($5,139.00)
• Approved indigent case #2021-31 with $50 reimbursement and half of income tax refund
• Denied indigent case #2021-30 due to insufficient evidence
• Approved claims as presented
• Approved minutes from August 16, 2021
• Approved 25 Certificates of Residency, denied 1
• Approved and signed Memorandum of Agreements with Power County (Mini-Cassia Juvenile Justice Center)

Community Development

The commission will meet to conduct routine business including the appointment of a Vice Chairman and approval of minutes. The agenda also includes action items regarding two subdivisions.

• Appointment of Vice Chairman
• Special Use Subdivision- Boulder Ridge
• Old Dairy Subdivision

The Planning and Zoning Board recommended the Boulder Ridge special use subdivision to county commissioners and approved the Old Dairy subdivision's special use application, with a final hearing scheduled for September 16, 2021. The board also appointed Jared Orton as vice chairman and approved the July 15, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Appointed Jared Orton as vice chairman (all in favor)
• Approved minutes from July 15, 2021 meeting (all in favor)
• Recommended Boulder Ridge subdivision to county commissioners (all in favor)
• Approved Old Dairy special use application by John and D Ball (all in favor)
• Continued Old Dairy subdivision to final hearing on September 16, 2021 (all in favor)

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and a dog ordinance and resolution. The agenda also includes reviewing intergovernmental agreements for the Mini-Cassia Juvenile Detention Center and various county reports.

• Dog ordinance and resolution
• Memorandums of Agreement between Minidoka County and Gooding, Twin Falls, and Bannock Counties
• Notch Butte Rangeland Fire Protection District request for funds
• Approval of Certificates of Residency- Junior College
• Weekly building, maintenance, and IT updates

The Minidoka County Commissioners denied two medical indigency applications (2021-29 and 2021-28) due to lack of evidence or information, approved two cremation applications (2021-37 and 2021-38), and tabled the dog ordinance and resolution indefinitely. They also approved claims, payroll, minutes, certificates of residency, and juvenile justice MOUs, and discussed broadband assessment and ARPA funds.

• Denied medical indigency application 2021-29 (unanimous)
• Denied medical indigency application 2021-28 (unanimous)
• Approved cremation application 2021-37 (unanimous)
• Approved new cremation case 2021-38 (unanimous)
• Approved claims and payroll as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 9, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved sixteen Certificates of Residency (unanimous)
• Tabled dog ordinance and resolution indefinitely (unanimous)

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The committee is meeting to take action on personnel matters for the Criminal Justice Center, Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and Juvenile Detention Center. The body will also consider a proposal for an inmate tracking system and repairs for a Black GMC Van.

• Personnel actions for Criminal Justice Center, Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and Juvenile Detention Center
• Proposal for an inmate tracking system
• Repairs on the Black GMC Van
• Budget reports from Clerk Page and Clerk Larsen

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee approved using contingency funds to repair a GMC van and authorized posting for a pretrial release compliance officer/UA tech position. The inmate tracking system discussion was deferred to the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $1,700 van repair using contingency funds (motion carried)
• Approved posting for pretrial release compliance officer/UA tech (unanimous)
• Deferred inmate tracking system decision to next meeting

Mini-Cassia Juvenile Probation Board Meeting

The Mini-Cassia Executive Board of Juvenile Probation is holding its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at 7:30 AM via Zoom. The agenda is largely procedural, covering approval of the July 13 minutes, routine reports from the juvenile judge, probation department, IDJC District 5 liaison, and detention center, plus any unfinished business. No specific action items, dollar amounts, or policy changes are listed.

• Review and approve minutes from July 13, 2021 meeting
• Reports from Juvenile Judge Mick Hodges, Chief Probation Officer Dixie Tate-Dennis, IDJC District 5 Liaison Renee Waite, and Detention Center Director Trent Bodily
• Possible executive session if needed
• Next meeting scheduled for September 14, 2021 via Zoom

The Mini-Cassia Executive Board of Juvenile Probation met on August 10, 2021, and approved the minutes from the July 13, 2021 meeting. No formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports from the juvenile judge, probation department, detention center, and others. Key concerns raised included difficulties in placing youth with severe mental health or developmental needs in treatment programs, and an update on the outpatient substance use disorder program.

• Approved minutes from July 13, 2021 meeting (motion carried)

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners holds its regular Monday meeting, covering administrative approvals, ARPA discussion, a dog ordinance, a public defense award, and several action items. The agenda includes two executive sessions (for county aid applications and legal matters) and routine reports from the clerk, prosecutor, and commissioners.

• Approval of claims and payroll — action item
• Approve Certificates of Residency for Junior College — action item
• Dog ordinance and resolution — action item
• Accept Public Defense Commission award — action item
• Approve and sign Juvenile Detention Center Staging contract — action item (Trent Bodily)

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved claims and payroll, minutes, eight Certificates of Residency (denying two), a juvenile corrections contract, and a one-year Ghost Tour fundraiser. They also discussed ARPA reporting, approved a window project for the assessor building, and appointed DIGB4 representatives. No action was taken on a property tax late fee discussion.

• Approved claims and payroll as presented
• Approved minutes from August 2, 2021
• Approved 8 Certificates of Residency, denied 2
• Approved $5,500 window project for assessor building (ARPA funds)
• Approved State of Idaho Juvenile Corrections Staging Contract
• Approved Wilson Theatre Ghost Tour fundraiser for one-year trial
• Appointed Dan Kindig and Bill Jones as DIGB4 representatives
• Accepted Public Defense Commission Award for FY2022

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to handle administrative items, including approving claims, payroll, minutes, and licenses. They will also discuss the FY22 tentative appropriations, ARPA funds, and an updated animal control ordinance, among other action items.

• Approval of claims and payroll
• Re-appoint trustees to Minidoka Memorial Hospital Board
• Roof permit fee waiver for Omega Roofing
• Updated animal control ordinance
• URA retraction Resolution 2021-08-02

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved Resolution 2021-8-2 to retract urban renewal district boundaries for the City of Heyburn. They also approved routine items including claims, payroll, liquor licenses, and hospital board reappointments, and denied two county aid applications due to lack of interviews. The board discussed ARPA funds with IAC and reviewed the FY22 tentative budget, but took no final action on those items.

• Approved claims and payroll as presented
• Approved alcoholic beverage licenses for Love's Travel Stop and The River Store
• Approved Certificates of Residency as presented
• Denied County Aid Application 2021-26 (insufficient evidence)
• Denied County Aid Application 2021-27 (insufficient evidence)
• Approved minutes from July 26 with minor correction
• Re-appointed Jayne Parker and Laurie Rasmussen to Minidoka Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees
• Approved Resolution 2021-8-2 retracting urban renewal district boundaries

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to interview candidates for the Sheriff's position and make a selection. This is a special meeting with 24-hour notice, as required by Idaho Code. The agenda contains only this one item.

• Interview candidates for Sheriff's position and make a selection

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to interview candidates for the Sheriff's position, selected from a list provided by the Minidoka County Republican Party. Following the interviews, the board will vote on the appointment and swear in the new sheriff, who takes office August 1, 2021.

• Interview candidates for Sheriff's position at 9:00 a.m.
• Vote on appointment of sheriff at 9:25 a.m. (action item)
• Chairman to swear in newly appointed sheriff at 9:30 a.m.
• New sheriff takes office August 1, 2021 at 12:01 a.m.
• Special meeting held at Commissioner Meeting Room, 715 G Street, Rupert, Idaho

The Minidoka County Commissioners appointed Dave Pinther as the new County Sheriff, effective August 1, 2021, after interviewing him and receiving a motion. The motion carried, and Pinther was sworn in during the meeting. The board also briefly discussed the budget with IT Admin Jones, with Clerk Page to provide recommendations by August 2.

• Appointed Dave Pinther as Minidoka County Sheriff effective Aug. 1, 2021 (motion carried)
• Swore in Dave Pinther as newly appointed Sheriff
• Discussed budget with IT Admin Jones; Clerk Page to submit recommendations by Aug. 2

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The committee is meeting to take action on personnel matters and proposed updates to the jail evacuation policy and inmate tracking system. The session includes reports on budget matters and updates from the Juvenile Detention Center and Adult Misdemeanor Probation.

• Proposed update to jail evacuation policy
• Proposal for inmate tracking system
• Personnel actions for Criminal Justice Center, Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and Juvenile Detention Center
• Budget matters report

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee approved hiring Matt Love on a temporary basis for one year and approved an updated jail evacuation plan. They also discussed a proposed inmate tracking system from Guardian RFID, but no decision was made. The committee voted to continue holding meetings via Zoom.

• Approved temporary hire of Matt Love for jail position (motion carried)
• Approved updated jail evacuation plan (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of July 13, 2021 (motion carried)
• Voted to continue all meetings via Zoom (motion carried)

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on July 26, 2021, starting with a jail tour and followed by administrative actions, department head reports, and several action items. Key items include approving claims, minutes, alcoholic beverage licenses, and bids for Emerald Lake maintenance, as well as discussing ARPA funds. The board will also hold an executive session, review the sheriff's department budget, and schedule a special meeting on July 29 to interview and select a new sheriff.

• Approval of claims and payroll
• ARPA funding discussion
• Bids for Emerald Lake maintenance
• Indigent appeal hearing Case 2021-19 (St. Luke's)
• Special meeting July 29 to interview sheriff candidates

The Minidoka County Commissioners declared a drought emergency via Resolution 12-07-26, which must be renewed every 30 days. They also approved five alcoholic beverage licenses, approved claims as presented, and denied one county aid application due to insufficient evidence. The board toured the jail and held an executive session for legal and employee matters.

• Approved Resolution 12-07-26 declaring a drought emergency (unanimous)
• Approved five alcoholic beverage licenses: Upper Crust Bistro and Grill, 1 Lazy F Tackle Shop, La Piedad Chiquita #2, El Caporal, BJ's Sports Tavern (unanimous)
• Approved claims as presented (unanimous)
• Denied County Aid Case 2021-24 due to insufficient evidence (unanimous)
• Approved County Aid Case 2020-2 for payment Dec 14-31, 2019 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 19, 2021 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners is holding a regular meeting to handle administrative items including claims, payroll, minutes, and licenses, plus discussions on ARPA funding and a CPA agreement. The agenda also includes scheduled updates from building, IT, and treasurer departments, and budget presentations from the clerk and other offices.

• Approval of claims and payroll
• ARPA discussion
• Approve alcoholic beverage licenses
• Approve and sign CPA agreement for Garald Price & Associates
• City of Paul contract

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved a contract between the Sheriff's Department and the City of Paul, effective October 1, 2021. They also approved claims and payroll, five alcoholic beverage licenses, and a retirement gift for Sheriff Snarr. The board discussed ARPA funds, which had not yet been deposited, and reviewed budget proposals for FY22.

• Approved Sheriff's Department contract with City of Paul (unanimous)
• Approved claims and payroll as presented (unanimous)
• Approved five alcoholic beverage licenses for Aguila Con El Taco, Burly Meats, Evie's Restaurant, Ace of Clubs, and Walmart (unanimous)
• Approved AR15 with accessories as retirement gift for Sheriff Snarr (2-1, McClellan and Koyle aye, Schenk nay)
• Approved and signed CPA agreement with Garald Price & Associates for FY2021 audit (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 12, 2021 (unanimous)

Community Development

The Minidoka County Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to review a special use subdivision for Boulder Ridge. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Special Use Subdivision- Boulder Ridge

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The committee will meet to decide on personnel matters for the Criminal Justice Center, Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and the Juvenile Detention Center. The body will also take action regarding ICE detainers and detainees.

• Personnel actions for the Criminal Justice Center
• Action on ICE Detainers/Detainees
• Personnel actions for Adult Misdemeanor Probation
• Personnel actions for the Juvenile Detention Center
• Budget reports from Clerk Page and Clerk Larsen

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee approved hiring Kimberly Bearry as a female detention officer, contingent on a background check. The committee also moved discussion of ICE detainers to executive session, and heard reports on jail population, budgets, and a food service menu change. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved hiring Kimberly Bearry as a female detention officer, contingent on background check
• Moved discussion of ICE detainers to executive session
• Heard proposal to change food service to hot breakfast, hot lunch, cold dinner; no motion needed
• Discussed moving old live scan machine to Misdemeanor probation; Director Renz to research printer purchase
• Approved minutes of June 22, 2021 meeting
• Entered executive session at 8:30 AM and exited at 8:41 AM
• Adjourned meeting

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting covering administrative actions, budget presentations from several county departments, and discussions on ARPA funds and a tax judgment. They will also consider an executive session for county aid applications and address various action items including claims, minutes, and appointments.

• Approval of claims and payroll
• ARPA discussion
• Discuss tax judgment with Clerk Page and Treasurer Dayley
• Approve alcoholic beverage licenses
• Approve CPA agreement with Garald Price & Associates

The Minidoka County Commissioners denied a county aid application due to insufficient evidence, approved six alcoholic beverage licenses, and approved a tax judgment for Amalgamated Sugar Company. They also designated Clerk Page to sign federal ARPA paperwork, approved several property tax adjustments, and scheduled a special meeting to fill the sheriff vacancy.

• Denied County Aid Application 2021-23 (unanimous)
• Approved six alcoholic beverage licenses for Drift Inn, Joe's River Bar, Maverik Inc #394, Maverik Inc #354, Ponderosa Golf, Tony's Service (unanimous)
• Approved Amalgamated Sugar Company tax judgment over two years (unanimous)
• Designated Clerk Page to sign federal ARPA paperwork (unanimous)
• Approved casualty loss application for RP10S23E140915, cancelling $20,181.00 for tax year 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved homeowner exemption applications for eight properties (unanimous)
• Amended improvement value of RP04850001000S to $403,988.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolutions 7-12-21A and 7-12-21B for destruction of public records (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to decide on a property tax assessment appeal and whether to continue membership in the Southern Idaho Economic Development organization. The board will also handle routine administrative items including claims, payroll, minutes, and alcohol beverage licenses.

• Appeal of property value for parcel RP04860001000Q – decision
• Discussion and decision on Southern Idaho Economic Development membership
• Approval of claims and payroll
• Approval of minutes
• Approve alcoholic beverage licenses

The Minidoka County Commissioners, sitting as the Board of Equalization, denied Justin Maughan's tax assessment appeal for parcel RP04860001000S, upholding the assessor's revised value of $543,449.00. The board also voted to withdraw from the Southern Idaho Economic Development (SIED) membership, approved claims and payroll, approved 13 alcoholic beverage licenses, and approved the June 28, 2021, minutes. An executive session was held for personnel matters.

• Denied tax appeal for RP04860001000S, upholding assessor's value of $543,449.00
• Withdrew membership from Southern Idaho Economic Development (SIED)
• Approved claims and payroll as presented
• Approved 13 alcoholic beverage licenses (K & S, LLC, Rupert Elks Lodge #2106, Bailey Oil Co., Inc., Stevo's, Hill Oil Company, J's Bar and Grill LLC, Stimpy's Gas & Grub, Stinker Store 65, 68, 84, Fairfield Inn & Suites, Wayside Café, Snake River Bowl)
• Approved minutes from June 28, 2021
• Entered executive session for personnel matters (IC 74-206(1)(b))

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct tax assessment appeal hearings as the Board of Equalization, by scheduled appointment only. The agenda lists these appeal hearings as action items, meaning the board may make decisions on them. No other business is listed.

• Tax assessment appeal hearings under Idaho Code 63-501
• Appeal hearings listed as action items

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners is holding a regular meeting to handle administrative items, including claims, minutes, and licenses, plus discuss ARPA funding and a tax judgment. They will also hear budget presentations from the prosecutor, sheriff, and building department, and hold a joint budget discussion with Cassia County.

• Approval of claims and payroll
• ARPA funding discussion
• Approve alcoholic beverage licenses
• Approve Animal Control District #3 annual contribution
• Budget presentations from prosecutor, sheriff, and building department

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved multiple FY22 budgets in a joint meeting with Cassia County, including the Juvenile Detention budget of $1,290,167, Juvenile Probation budget of $517,364.30, Mini-Cassia Criminal Justice Center budget of $3,919,531, Adult Misdemeanor Probation budget of $1,051,475, and the joint powers public defender budget of $1,009,650. They also approved a 3.5% bottom line raise for county employees, six alcoholic beverage licenses, and a memorandum of understanding with the Minidoka County School District for juvenile detention education services. The audit engagement letter with Gerald Price & Associates was tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved FY22 Juvenile Detention budget of $1,290,167 with Minidoka's portion $675,945.50
• Approved FY22 Juvenile Probation budget of $517,364.30 with equal county shares
• Approved FY22 Mini-Cassia Criminal Justice Center budget of $3,919,531 with Minidoka's portion $941,472
• Approved FY22 Adult Misdemeanor Probation budget of $1,051,475 with equal county shares
• Approved FY22 joint powers public defender budget of $1,009,650 with Minidoka's portion $377,405.47
• Approved 3.5% bottom line raise for county employees
• Approved six alcoholic beverage licenses for various businesses
• Approved memorandum of understanding with Minidoka County School District for juvenile detention education

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee will meet via Zoom to consider action items including personnel changes at the Criminal Justice Center, Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and Juvenile Detention Center, as well as a discussion on ICE detainers/detainees. The agenda also includes reports on budget matters and facility activities, plus unfinished business on a voicemail policy and lab cost comparisons for probation. Executive sessions may be held for personnel, real property, exempt records, litigation, or risk claims.

• Personnel action at Criminal Justice Center (Mr. Renz)
• ICE Detainers/Detainees discussion
• Personnel action at Adult Misdemeanor Probation (Ms. Prewitt)
• Proposed names for Administrative Assistant at Juvenile Detention Center (Mr. Bodily)
• Adult Misdemeanor Probation voicemail policy and lab cost comparisons

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee approved hiring Thomas Woodbury as a part-time U/A Tech, Charli Weber as the JDC Administrative Assistant, and Arlyne Giles as a JDC female detention officer (contingent on background check). The committee also moved the Criminal Justice Center action items, including ICE detainers, to the July meeting. Sheriff Eric Snarr announced his resignation effective July 31, 2021.

• Approved hiring Thomas Woodbury as part-time U/A Tech.
• Approved hiring Charli Weber as JDC Administrative Assistant.
• Approved hiring Arlyne Giles as JDC female detention officer, contingent on background check.
• Moved Criminal Justice Center action items, including ICE detainers, to the July meeting.
• Approved the minutes of the May 25, 2021 meeting.

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with administrative actions, including approval of claims, minutes, and alcoholic beverage licenses. They will discuss ARPA funds, a tax judgment, and a recreational vehicle ordinance. The agenda includes presentations on the court budget and the FY2020 audit, plus a joint budget discussion with Cassia County.

• Approval of claims and payroll
• ARPA discussion
• Approve alcoholic beverage licenses
• FY2020 audit presentation and acceptance
• Joint board budget discussion with Cassia County

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved claims and payroll, eight alcoholic beverage licenses, the FY2020 annual audit, and an amendment to terminate participation in the Nationwide 457(b) plan. They also allowed a floating holiday in lieu of Juneteenth, set dates for Board of Equalization appeals, and agreed to let Sheriff Snarr use a county vehicle during his transition. The board discussed but did not decide on tax judgment wording, an RV ordinance draft, and ARPA sign-up.

• Approved claims and payroll as presented
• Approved eight alcoholic beverage licenses for Morey's Steakhouse, Connor's Café, E Street Deli, Kerbs Oil Company, Boonie's, Mr. Gas #4, Mr. Gas #5, and Ridley's Family Markets
• Approved signing amendment to terminate participation in the Nationwide Eligible Government 457(b) Plan
• Approved a floating holiday in lieu of Juneteenth National Independence Day, to be taken within 30 days by July 19, 2021
• Accepted the FY2020 annual audit as presented
• Agreed to allow Sheriff Snarr to use a county vehicle during his transition
• Decided to hear Board of Equalization appeals on Wednesday, July 7 morning, with overflow on Tuesday, July 6
• Approved the Veteran Service Officer Budget of $47,156.00, with each county paying $23,578.00

Community Development

The Minidoka County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss two action items: a proposed Recreational Vehicle Ordinance (8-7B-15) and the USDA's definition of prime farmland. The meeting includes public discussion on the RV ordinance. No final decisions are listed; items are for discussion.

• Recreational Vehicle Ordinance 8-7B-15 public discussion
• Prime Farmland Definition discussion by USDA
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

The Minidoka County Community Development board approved the minutes from the April 15, 2020 meeting. They held public discussions on the recreational vehicle ordinance (87-B-15) and prime farmland maps, with a recommendation to add flexibility to farmland guidelines. No formal decisions were made on these topics, and the next hearing is scheduled for July 15, 2021.

• Approved minutes from April 15, 2020 meeting
• Discussed recreational vehicle ordinance 87-B-15 with public comments
• Discussed prime farmland maps and recommended adding flexibility with guidelines
• Adjourned meeting; next hearing set for July 15, 2021

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with multiple action items, including approving claims and payroll, discussing ARPA funds, terminating a lease with the Beet Growers Association, and signing various agreements. They will also hear reports from county officials and hold a joint budget presentation with Cassia County. The agenda is largely administrative, with several approvals and discussions.

• Approve claims and payroll
• Terminate lease with Minidoka County Beet Growers Association
• Approve overage for Building Dept. new pickup from general reserve
• Approve funding for Southern Idaho Economic Development
• Sign Parks and Rec restroom grant and pay cost from general reserve

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved multiple agreements and expenditures, including memorandums for juvenile services, substance abuse block grants totaling $35,904, a mental health clinician agreement, and a renewed landfill farm lease. They also approved paying $13,970 for a new Building Department pickup and a $9,150 match for an Idaho Parks and Recreation restroom grant. The board held a drawing for a 1988 Dodge Dakota pickup, with Kristy Rasmussen as the winner, and signed titles for that vehicle and a 2017 Ford pickup. No action was taken on the Minidoka County Beet Growers Association lease termination, which will be revisited if requested.

• Approved Memorandums of Understanding for the CBAS and SUDS programs
• Approved two SFY2022 Substance Abuse Block Grant Prevention Services Awards ($12,960 and $22,944)
• Approved and signed the Mental Health Clinician Memorandum of Agreement for Juvenile Detention
• Approved signing the title for the 1988 Dodge Dakota pickup to Kristy Rasmussen
• Approved signing the title for the 2017 Ford pickup
• Approved paying $13,970 for the Building Department's new pickup from general reserve
• Approved the renewed landfill farm lease
• Approved and signed the Idaho Parks and Recreation restroom grant and paid the $9,150 match

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Commissioners are holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on several administrative and policy items. Key agenda items include an RV ordinance discussion, a funding request from Southern Idaho Economic Development, and deciding the disposal method for a 1988 Dodge Dakota pickup. The board will also consider a lease and maintenance agreement with the Minidoka County Beet Growers Association.

• RV ordinance discussion – action item
• Southern Idaho Economic Development update & request for funds
• Discuss value of 1988 Dodge Dakota pickup & decide method of disposal – action item
• Discuss Minidoka County Beet Growers Association property lease and maintenance needs
• Approval of claims and payroll – action item

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved the purchase of a new pickup for the building department for $13,970 and signed the title for the traded-in Chevrolet Impala. They also approved claims and payroll, approved minutes with corrections, and set a value of $225 for a 1988 Dodge Dakota to offer to employees. No final action was taken on the RV ordinance or the Beet Growers lease, which were discussed and deferred.

• Approved payment of $13,970 for new pickup from Young Automotive (unanimous)
• Signed title for traded-in Chevrolet Impala (unanimous)
• Approved claims and payroll as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 24, 2021, with two corrections (unanimous)
• Set value of 1988 Dodge Dakota at $225 and offered to employees with drawing on June 14 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting on June 1, 2021. This meeting is being held in lieu of the regularly scheduled June 7, 2021, meeting, which was cancelled due to a lack of quorum.

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee is meeting to take action on personnel matters for the Criminal Justice Center and Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and to discuss unfinished business including a voicemail policy and lab options. They will also hear reports on budget, juvenile detention, and other activities. The meeting is largely procedural, with most items being routine reports and action items.

• Personnel action for Criminal Justice Center
• Personnel action for Adult Misdemeanor Probation
• Discussion of Adult Misdemeanor Probation voicemail policy
• Discussion of lab and alternate options with cost comparisons
• Review of ICRMP proposal for MCCJC and Juvenile Detention as separate entity

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee approved moving forward with three candidates for the adult misdemeanor probation secretary position and approved the Juvenile Detention Center budget as presented. The committee also voted to skip the June 8 meeting and resume on June 22. No other substantive decisions were made; several agenda items were deferred or removed.

• Approved review of three secretary candidates (Tabatha Stone-Cole, Nicki Trevino, Kathy Fisk) for adult misdemeanor probation (motion carried)
• Approved Juvenile Detention Center budget as presented, including $9,000 dishwasher (motion carried)
• Approved skipping June 8 meeting and resuming June 22 via Zoom (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of May 11, 2021 (motion carried)

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to handle administrative items, including approving claims and payroll, discussing COVID-19, and canvassing the May 18, 2021 election results. They will also consider an RV ordinance, hear indigent appeal cases, and hold executive sessions for legal and county aid matters.

• Canvass results of May 18, 2021 election
• Re-appoint Minidoka County Board of Health member for South Central Public Health District
• Application for Agricultural Exemption
• Request for Rupert Shooting Complex spraying
• Indigent Appeal Hearings (cases 2021-03 and 2020-63)

The Minidoka County Commissioners denied five county aid applications (Cases 2021-20, 2021-19, 2021-22, 2021-18, 2021-21) due to untimely filing, lack of cooperation, or insufficient evidence. They approved one application on appeal (2020-61) for dates of service in October 2020, with reimbursement terms and a lien. They also approved weed spraying at the Rupert Shooting Complex, purchase of two mowers for Emerald Lake, and canvassed the May 18, 2021 election results.

• Denied county aid Case 2021-20 (untimely filing, not medically indigent)
• Denied county aid Case 2021-19 (lack of cooperation, insufficient evidence)
• Denied county aid Case 2021-22 (hospital withdrew application)
• Denied county aid Case 2021-18 (lack of cooperation, insufficient evidence)
• Denied county aid Case 2021-21 (lack of cooperation, insufficient evidence)
• Approved county aid Case 2020-61 on appeal with reimbursement and lien
• Approved weed spraying at Rupert Shooting Complex, cost shared up to $125 from general reserve and sheriff's budget
• Approved purchase of two mowers for Emerald Lake ($490 and $2799) from current expense general reserve

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Commissioners are holding a regular meeting with administrative items, including approving claims, minutes, and a COVID-19 discussion. They will also consider an animal control ordinance, annexation of Emerald Lake, and a joint meeting with Cassia County to discuss the jail joint powers agreement and budget.

• Approval of claims and payroll
• COVID-19 discussion
• Surplus 1988 Dodge Dakota
• Animal Control Ordinance
• Joint meeting with Cassia County re: jail agreement and budget

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved a $2,799 mower trade-in, a 2022 Public Defense Commission grant application, and a letter of support for Heyburn's riverbank grant. They also discussed annexation and animal control but took no final action on those items. The meeting included an executive session on legal claims and several appointments.

• Approved trade-in of Husqvarna mower for Cub Cadet at $2,799 (unanimous)
• Approved claims and payroll as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 10, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Public Defense Commission grant application (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Heyburn Riverfront Bank Stabilization grant (unanimous)
• Surplused 1988 Dodge Dakota pickup (unanimous)
• Appointed Paul Henscheid and Travis Turner to Veteran Service Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Maury Staker and Ron Beedle as alternates to Veteran Service Advisory Board (unanimous)

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee will consider personnel actions for the Criminal Justice Center and Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and may enter executive sessions for personnel, real property, legal, or risk matters. They will also hear reports on budgets, the Juvenile Detention Center, and probation, and discuss unfinished business including a voicemail policy and lab options with cost comparisons.

• Personnel action items for Criminal Justice Center and Adult Misdemeanor Probation
• Discussion of Adult Misdemeanor Probation voicemail policy
• Review of lab and alternate options with cost comparisons for probation
• Review of ICRMP proposal for MCCJC and Juvenile Detention as separate entity
• Budget matters report from Clerk Page and Clerk Larsen

Mini-Cassia Juvenile Probation Board Meeting

The Mini-Cassia Executive Board of Juvenile Probation is meeting via Zoom to review and approve the April 13, 2021 minutes and decide whether to hold or cancel the June 8, 2021 meeting due to quorum concerns. The agenda also includes reports from the juvenile judge, probation department, IDJC liaison, and detention center, plus discussion of unfinished business.

• Review and approve minutes from April 13, 2021
• Decide to hold or cancel June 8, 2021 meeting due to quorum
• Reports from Juvenile Judge Mick Hodges, Chief Probation Officer Dixie Tate-Dennis, IDJC Liaison Renee Waite, and Detention Center Director Trent Bodily

The Mini-Cassia Executive Board of Juvenile Probation approved the April 13, 2021 minutes and cancelled the June 8, 2021 meeting due to lack of quorum. A special budget meeting for the Juvenile Probation Office was scheduled for May 25, 2021 at 7 AM. Reports were given by the judge, probation chief, detention director, and state liaison, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved April 13, 2021 minutes (motion carried)
• Cancelled June 8, 2021 meeting due to lack of quorum (motion carried)
• Scheduled special budget meeting for May 25, 2021 at 7 AM (motion carried)

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider several administrative action items, including approving claims and payroll, discussing COVID-19, a tax judgment, and a lease for a Quadient mail machine. They will also review weekly reports from the clerk, prosecutor, and commissioners, and may enter executive sessions for county aid applications and ICRMP matters.

• Approval of claims and payroll
• COVID-19 discussion
• Tax judgment action item
• Quadient mail machine lease
• Idaho Office of Emergency Management 2020 grant adjustment for Minidoka Irrigation District

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved a settlement for a 1997 tax case, denied two medical indigent applications, and approved several routine items including a gator purchase and a mail machine lease renewal. They also entered executive session to discuss lawsuits and claims against the county.

• Approved settlement for case 1997-445: offer half balance or write off if two Acequia lots are given to county
• Denied medical indigent case 2021-15 (not last resource)
• Denied medical indigent case 2021-16 (not last resource)
• Approved $8,034.34 payment for gator from Current Expense General Reserve
• Approved claims and payroll as presented
• Approved minutes from May 3, 2021
• Approved ag exemption application for RP10S23E251900 ($48,000 market value, $8,800 exemption)
• Denied tax exemption for Crossbill, LLC parcels RP09S24E117260 and RPO9S24E117220 (lack of non-profit proof)

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on administrative items, including approval of claims and payroll, minutes, COVID-19, certificates of residency, and prosecutorial agreements with Rupert and Heyburn. They will also consider an executive session for county aid applications, receive reports from the Veteran Service Officer and South Central Public Health District, and review building, IT, and maintenance updates.

• Approval of claims and payroll
• COVID-19 discussion
• City of Rupert and City of Heyburn prosecutorial agreements
• Applications for County Aid (executive session)
• Tax cancellations

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved and signed prosecution service agreements with the cities of Heyburn and Rupert, effective October 1, 2021. They also approved an order to dismiss with prejudice and cancel taxes for Amalgamated Sugar Company totaling $179,620.70. Other actions included approving claims, payroll, minutes, and certificates of residency. No county aid applications were presented.

• Approved claims and payroll with a minor fund code change (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 26, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Certificates of Residency as presented (unanimous)
• Approved and signed City of Heyburn prosecution services agreement effective Oct 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved and signed City of Rupert prosecution services agreement effective Oct 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved dismissal with prejudice and tax cancellation for Amalgamated Sugar Company totaling $179,620.70 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on April 26, 2021, starting at 8:30 AM. They will take action on claims, minutes, COVID-19, and certificates of residency, and will discuss the comprehensive plan with J-U-B Engineers, including ARPA funds. The agenda also includes an executive session for county aid applications, an ATV purchase, and appeal hearings for cases involving Minidoka Memorial Hospital and St. Luke's Regional Medical Center.

• Approval of claims and payroll
• Executive session for county aid applications
• J-U-B Engineers comprehensive plan discussion (ARPA)
• ATV purchase
• Appeal hearings: Case 2020-63 Minidoka Memorial Hospital and St. Luke's Regional Medical Center

The Minidoka County Commissioners denied a county aid application (Case 2021-14) due to the applicant's failure to cooperate and lack of evidence. They also authorized spending up to $8,000 for an ATV/UTV for Emerald Lake, approved claims and payroll, and approved certificates of residency. The meeting included reports and discussions but no other substantive decisions.

• Denied county aid Case 2021-14 (motion carried)
• Authorized up to $8,000 for ATV/UTV purchase for Emerald Lake (motion carried)
• Approved claims and payroll as presented (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from April 19, 2021 (motion carried)
• Approved Certificates of Residency as presented (motion carried)

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners is holding its regular weekly meeting with a mix of routine administrative items and several action items. The board will consider a resolution declaring the county a 'Protected 2nd Amendment county,' approve a service contract with the City of Paul, sign a vehicle title for the Sheriff's department, and set a salary for a Juvenile Detention administrative assistant. They will also receive updates on the comprehensive plan, IT, and building maintenance, and may enter executive sessions for county aid applications and legal matters.

• Resolution declaring Minidoka County a 'Protected 2nd Amendment county'
• Prosecutor's service contract with the City of Paul
• Sign Ford F250 pickup title for Sheriff's department
• Set salary for administrative assistant for Juvenile Detention
• Vehicle purchase update and subdivision plat signing

The Minidoka County Commissioners denied three county aid applications (Cases 2021-12, 2021-13, 2021-10) due to applicants' failure to cooperate and insufficient evidence. They approved a prosecution services agreement with the City of Paul, a resolution declaring the county a Second Amendment protected county, and several administrative items including vehicle title transfers and a new vehicle purchase trade-in.

• Denied County Aid Case 2021-12 (unanimous)
• Denied County Aid Case 2021-13 (unanimous)
• Denied County Aid Case 2021-10 (unanimous)
• Approved Prosecutor's Agreement for Services for City of Paul effective Oct 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-4-19 declaring Minidoka County a Protected 2nd Amendment County (unanimous)
• Approved signing title for Ford F250 pickup for trade (unanimous)
• Approved vehicle purchase with trade-in change from 2012 Dodge 1500 to 2015 Chevrolet Impala (unanimous)
• Approved claims and payroll as presented (unanimous)

Community Development

The Minidoka County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and act on two requests: a variance for Rick Bailes and a special use permit for a preschool by Dakota Barclay. No other substantive items are listed.

• Variance request by Rick Bailes
• Special use permit for a preschool by Dakota Barclay
• Approval of meeting minutes

The Minidoka County Planning and Zoning Board approved a variance for Rick Bailes to place a manufactured home on a lot smaller than required, with conditions that it be removed within 90 days after he no longer occupies it and that he report annually. The board also approved a special use permit for a preschool at the Barclay property, with conditions limiting enrollment to 100 students and requiring a status review within three years. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved variance for Rick Bailes at 210 S 300 W for a manufactured home, with annual reporting and 90-day removal after vacancy (all in favor)
• Approved special use for Barclay preschool at 125 W 155 Ln S, with max 100 students and 3-year status review (all in favor)

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee will meet via Zoom to take action on personnel matters for the Criminal Justice Center and Adult Misdemeanor Probation, review a water softener system at the Juvenile Detention Center, and consider an ICRMP insurance proposal for the jail and juvenile detention as separate entities. The agenda also includes budget reports, unfinished business on a voicemail policy and lab cost comparisons, and possible executive sessions for personnel, real property, legal, or insurance matters.

• Personnel action items for Criminal Justice Center and Adult Misdemeanor Probation
• Review of water softener system at Juvenile Detention Center
• Review ICRMP proposal for MCCJC and Juv. Detention as separate entity
• Discussion of lab and alternate options with cost comparisons for Adult Misdemeanor Probation
• Budget matters reported by Clerk Page and Clerk Larsen

Mini-Cassia Juvenile Probation Board Meeting

The Mini-Cassia Executive Board of Juvenile Probation is meeting via Zoom to review and approve the minutes from the April 13, 2021 meeting and to decide whether to hold or cancel the June 8, 2021 meeting due to quorum. The agenda also includes reports from the juvenile judge, probation department, IDJC District 5 liaison, and detention center, plus discussion of unfinished business and a possible executive session.

• Review and approve minutes from April 13, 2021
• Decide to hold or cancel June 8, 2021 meeting due to quorum
• Reports from Juvenile Judge Mick Hodges, Chief Probation Officer Dixie Tate-Dennis, IDJC District 5 Liaison Renee Waite, and Detention Center Director Trent Bodily
• Unfinished business discussion
• Possible executive session

The Mini-Cassia Executive Board of Juvenile Probation met on April 13, 2021, and approved the minutes from the March 9, 2021 meeting. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; the meeting consisted of activity reports from the juvenile judge, probation department, IDJC liaison, and detention center.

• Approved minutes of March 9, 2021 (all in favor)

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Commissioners are holding a regular meeting with several action items, including designating polling places for the May 18 election, approving tax exemptions for LDS churches, and approving increases to dispatch contracts. They will also discuss COVID-19, adopt the Minidoka Memorial Hospital audit, and cancel the June 7 meeting. The agenda includes routine administrative items and reports.

• Designate polling places for May 18 election
• Approve 4 tax exemption applications for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
• Approve increases to all dispatch contracts and City of Paul contract
• Adopt Minidoka Memorial Hospital audit
• Surplus telephone system

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved dispatch contract increases for the cities of Paul, Rupert, and Heyburn, effective October 1, 2021. They also approved several routine items, including claims, polling places, surplus equipment, and tax exemptions. The board entered executive session for litigation discussion.

• Approved claims and payroll as presented
• Designated polling places for May 18 election
• Surplused old telephone system
• Approved Certificates of Residency
• Adopted Minidoka Memorial Hospital 2020 audit
• Cancelled June 7 commission meeting due to IAC conference
• Approved four tax exemption applications for LDS Church
• Approved dispatch contract increases: Paul 5% ($53,550), Rupert 10% ($74,497.50), Heyburn 6% ($48,428.75)

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting to discuss and act on administrative items including claims, payroll, minutes, and COVID-19. They will also consider several action items such as surplus phone equipment transfers, staff uniforms, a service authorization with J-U-B Engineers, and potential funding increases for dispatch contracts. Presentations include the Veteran Service Officer report, IT update, building maintenance update, and the Minidoka Memorial Hospital audit.

• Approval of claims and payroll
• Surplus telephones to Cassia County and Mitel controller to PMT
• Staff uniforms action item
• J-U-B Engineers Service Authorization
• All dispatch contracts and agreements - potential funding increase

The Minidoka County Commissioners denied four County Aid applications (Cases 2021-17, 2021-08, 2021-09, and 2021-11) due to lack of proof of last resource, medical indigency, or cooperation. They also approved an amended subscription agreement with TitleOne, approved a J-U-B Engineers authorization for additional services pending prosecutor review, and approved claims and payroll. The board deferred action on dispatch contracts and surplus requests to next week.

• Denied County Aid Case 2021-17 after applicant withdrew (motion carried).
• Denied County Aid Case 2021-08 due to insufficient evidence of last resource and medical indigency (motion carried).
• Denied County Aid Case 2021-09 due to applicant's failure to cooperate and insufficient proof (motion carried).
• Denied County Aid Case 2021-11 for not being medically indigent and not last resource (motion carried).
• Approved J-U-B Engineers Authorization for Additional Services, pending prosecutor review (motion carried).
• Approved minutes from March 29 and March 30, 2021 (motion carried).
• Approved Certificate of Residency as presented and denied one as presented (motion carried).
• Approved claims and payroll as presented (motion carried).

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of County Commissioners will hold a discussion regarding the Energy and Salmon Concept. The meeting also includes a period for public comments.

• Discussion on Energy and Salmon Concept with Congressman Mike Simpson

The Minidoka County Commissioners held a special meeting solely to receive a slide presentation of 'The Northwest Infrastructure Proposal' from US Congressman Mike Simpson. No decisions, approvals, or votes were made during the meeting, which included public comments and adjourned at 3:30 PM.

• No decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.
• Heard a presentation by US Congressman Mike Simpson on the Northwest Infrastructure Proposal.
• Entertained public questions and comments on the proposal.

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to handle administrative items, including claims, payroll, and minutes, and to discuss COVID-19. They will also review a draft 2nd Amendment resolution for publication and public hearing, consider a request from the Minidoka Irrigation District for the county to perform FEMA grant proposals, and approve two memorandums of understanding related to a Prison Rape Elimination Act audit and juvenile detention services.

• Approval of claims and payroll
• COVID-19 discussion
• 2nd Amendment Resolution draft review and public hearing
• Minidoka Irrigation District FEMA grant request
• MOU for PREA audit and juvenile detention services

The Minidoka County Commissioners denied a County Aid application (Case 2021-6) due to insufficient evidence and possible Medicaid eligibility. They approved claims and payroll, the March 22, 2021 minutes, Certificates of Residency, and a Nationwide 457(b) Restatement Questionnaire. The board also approved two Memorandums of Understanding for juvenile detention services. A public hearing for a 2% Amendment Resolution was set for April 19, 2021.

• Denied County Aid application Case 2021-6 due to insufficient evidence and possible Medicaid eligibility.
• Approved claims and payroll.
• Approved minutes from March 22, 2021.
• Approved Certificates of Residency.
• Approved and signed the Nationwide 457(b) Restatement Questionnaire.
• Approved and signed MOU with Nicole Prather for a Prison Rape Elimination Act audit.
• Approved and signed MOU with Janet Loveland for independent victim services.
• Set public hearing for the 2% Amendment Resolution for April 19, 2021, at 10:00 a.m.

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee will meet to take action on personnel matters for the Criminal Justice Center and Adult Misdemeanor Probation, discuss lab and alternative options with cost comparisons for probation, and consider unfinished business including a voicemail policy, jail shower repair, and a proposed commissary contract with Summit. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and budget reports, plus possible executive sessions for personnel, real property, legal, or risk matters.

• Personnel action items for Criminal Justice Center and Adult Misdemeanor Probation
• Discussion of lab and alternate options with cost comparisons for probation
• Jail shower repair
• Proposed commissary contract with Summit
• Adult Misdemeanor Probation Voicemail Policy

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to handle administrative items, including approving claims and payroll, discussing COVID-19, and considering a generator purchase. They will also discuss a building purchase, sign a memorandum of understanding with Idaho Parks and Recreation for recreational vehicle registrations, and consider an appeal regarding the White Feather Run Subdivision. The agenda includes several action items and a possible executive session for county aid applications.

• Approval of claims and payroll
• COVID-19 discussion
• Generator purchase
• Memorandum of Understanding with Idaho Parks and Recreation for RV registrations
• Appeal of Reconsideration of White Feather Run Subdivision

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved and signed a settlement agreement with Amalgamated Sugar regarding assessed value that had gone before the Board of Tax Appeals. They also approved a memorandum of understanding with Idaho Parks and Recreation for the Sheriff's Department to issue recreational vehicle registrations. The board agreed to move forward on purchasing a new generator after consultation with Captain Kindig, and approved the appeal of reconsideration for the White Feather Run Subdivision.

• Approved and signed Amalgamated Sugar tax settlement (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Idaho Parks and Recreation for RV registrations
• Approved and signed Appeal of Reconsideration for White Feather Run Subdivision
• Approved claims
• Approved Certificates of Residency
• Approved minutes for March 15, 2021
• Agreed to purchase new generator
• Entered and exited Board of Equalization with no business

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, addressing administrative items, a COVID-19 discussion, and an appeal reconsideration hearing for White Feather Run. The board will also consider a generator purchase, a general reserve appropriation, and discuss Second Amendment rights.

• Approval of claims and payroll
• COVID-19 discussion
• White Feather Run appeal reconsideration hearing
• Generator discussion and purchase
• General reserve appropriation

The Minidoka County Commissioners denied two County Aid applications (Cases 2021-3 and 2021-4) due to insufficient evidence and non-compliance with Idaho Code. They also upheld a previous decision denying the White Feather Run appeal after a public hearing. A motion to purchase an additional generator was tabled for further research.

• Denied County Aid Case 2021-3 (unanimous)
• Denied County Aid Case 2021-4 (unanimous)
• Upheld denial of White Feather Run appeal (2-0, Schenk recused)
• Tabled purchase of additional 40KW generator until next Monday
• Tabled second amendment resolution discussion until March 29 at 10:00 AM
• Approved claims and payroll (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 8, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Certificates of Residency for junior college (unanimous)

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee will meet via Zoom to take action on personnel matters, review shower repair proposals, and discuss medical co-pays at the jail. They will also consider purchasing a water softener system for the Juvenile Detention Center and approving a PREA auditor. Reports will be given on budget matters and facility operations.

• Personnel action for Criminal Justice Center
• Review proposals for shower repairs
• Discussion on medical co-pays at the jail
• Purchase water softener system for Juvenile Detention Center
• Approval for PREA Auditor

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee approved several action items, including repairing all three jail showers with polyurea coating, setting a $5 copay for county inmates at a new nurse clinic, authorizing conditional hires for probation and UA tech positions, purchasing a new water softener system for the juvenile detention center, and approving a PREA auditor. The committee also entered executive session and received reports on budgets and facility populations.

• Approved polyurea shower repairs for all three showers at the Criminal Justice Center.
• Approved a $5 copay for county inmates at the new Sawtooth Medical nurse clinic; state and federal copays remain $2 and $0.
• Authorized conditional hires: Hunter Gunderson (UA tech), Keaira Smith and Nusonda Karima (probation officers), pending background checks.
• Accepted Burley Soft Water's $2,495 bid to replace the water softener system at the Juvenile Detention Center.
• Approved Dwight Saddler as the PREA auditor at a cost of $5,400.
• Entered executive session under IC 74-206(1)(b) and later reconvened.

Mini-Cassia Juvenile Probation Board Meeting

The Mini-Cassia Juvenile Probation Board is meeting to review and approve the February 9, 2021, minutes and consider amending probation decree terms. The proposed amendment would prohibit juveniles from possessing certain weapons without parental supervision and probation approval.

• Approval of February 9, 2021, meeting minutes
• Proposed addition to standard probation decree terms regarding firearms, air rifles, pistols, and BB guns

The Mini-Cassia Executive Board of Juvenile Probation approved an amendment to the standard terms of probation, adding a rule that juveniles cannot possess or carry any firearm, air rifle, pistol, BB gun, or other dangerous weapon unless under direct parent/guardian supervision with probation approval. The board also approved the minutes from the February 9, 2021 meeting. Reports were given on juvenile court, probation activities, detention numbers, and budgets, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved the minutes of the February 9, 2021 meeting.
• Approved an amendment to juvenile probation rules adding a prohibition on possession of firearms and other dangerous weapons, with a parent/guardian supervision exception.

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with administrative actions, including approving claims and payroll, discussing COVID-19, and signing contracts. They will also hear updates on the Lava Ridge wind project from the BLM, a presentation on Craters of the Moon, and a discussion on conflict public defense. An executive session is scheduled for applications for county aid.

• Approval of claims and payroll
• COVID-19 discussion
• Emerald Lake contract
• Lava Ridge update from BLM
• Conflict public defense discussion

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved a one-time $6,300 fee plus $1,200 annual fee for a single-seat GIS software license, funded from the building department budget. They also signed a title for a traded-in 4-wheeler, approved claims and payroll, approved minutes with changes, and passed motions to sign letters opposing dam removal and supporting airport authority changes. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were discussed but deferred.

• Approved GIS software purchase: $6,300 one-time fee plus $1,200 annual fee (unanimous)
• Signed title for 2016 Can Am 4-wheeler trade-in (unanimous)
• Approved claims and payroll (unanimous)
• Approved March 1 minutes with wording changes (unanimous)
• Voted to appoint Don Hall to South Central Public Health board (individual commissioner vote)
• Approved letter to Congressman Simpson opposing removal of four upper dams (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support to City of Burley for airport authority change from 3 to 2 counties (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to address administrative items, including claims, payroll, minutes, and COVID-19. They will also discuss a letter to Rep. Mike Simpson regarding dam removal, review a lease agreement, and consider IT projects such as an internet speed increase and a new laptop. The agenda includes updates from county officials and a discussion on re-creating the Industrial Bond Board.

• Approval of claims and payroll
• Letter to Rep. Mike Simpson re: dam removal
• Internet pipe speed increase and purchase of new laptop
• Approval/adoption of Minidoka County Information System Policy
• Airport discussion re: letter of support to change existing legislation

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved several items, including a contract with PMT to increase internet pipe speed to 300x300 with Sparklight as backup, adoption of the revised Information System Policy, a server memory upgrade for $1,027.00, and the purchase of an additional GIS seat for $2,700 annually. They also approved a letter of support for changing state law to allow an airport district with only two counties, and approved claims, payroll, minutes, and a Certificate of Residency. No substantive decisions were made on the Industrial Bond Board, COVID-19 funding, or proposed ordinance amendments, which were only discussed.

• Approved claims and payroll.
• Approved contract with PMT to increase pipe speed to 300x300, using Sparklight as backup.
• Approved and adopted the Minidoka County Information System Policy as presented on March 1, 2021.
• Agreed to upgrade server memory to half the needed amount for $1,027.00, to revisit at budget time.
• Approved the purchase of an additional GIS seat for $2,700 annually, funded from budget and general reserve if needed.
• Approved the Certificate of Residency presented.
• Approved signing a letter of support to change state statute to allow an airport district with only two counties, subject to citizen vote.
• Approved minutes from February 22.

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss and take action on personnel matters, a new transmission for the McWork van, and unfinished business including a voicemail policy, shower repair, and a proposed commissary contract with Summit. Reports will be given on budget, juvenile detention, adult misdemeanor probation, and the criminal justice center. The meeting may include executive sessions for personnel, real property, legal, or risk management matters.

• Personnel action items for Criminal Justice Center and Adult Misdemeanor Probation
• Review proposal for new transmission for McWork van
• Adult Misdemeanor Probation Voicemail Policy
• Jail shower repair
• Proposed commissary contract with Summit

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review administrative items including payroll, claims, and minutes. The agenda includes discussions regarding COVID-19, IT project approvals, and building maintenance updates.

• Approval of an alternative county logo
• IT project approval for Two Factor Authentication and internet speed increase
• Building and maintenance update including a vehicle purchase
• Board of Equalization action items
• Appeal Hearing Case 2020-31 St. Luke’s

The Minidoka County Commissioners denied two indigent medical assistance cases (2021-05 and 2021-07) due to applicant non-cooperation and insufficient evidence, after the respective hospitals withdrew the applications. They also approved several administrative items, including claims and payroll, a $232 payment for a Remarkable 2 tablet, adoption of an alternate county logo, two-factor authentication, and purchase of a 2021 Dodge Ram 3500 truck. The board tabled decisions on internet speed increase, a new laptop, and weed superintendent office renovation until further information or next budget cycle.

• Denied indigent case 2021-05 (St. Luke's withdrew application Feb 11, 2021)
• Denied indigent case 2021-07 (Minidoka Memorial withdrew application Feb 8, 2021)
• Approved minutes from February 8
• Approved claims and payroll
• Authorized $232 payment to Minidoka Memorial for Remarkable 2 tablet
• Approved adoption of alternate county logo ($40 digital file)
• Approved two-factor authentication for vendor and admin accounts
• Approved purchase of 2021 Dodge Ram 3500 ($10,000 from buildings/grounds reserve, remainder from consolidated elections)

Mini-Cassia Juvenile Probation Board Meeting

The Mini-Cassia Executive Board of Juvenile Probation is meeting via Zoom to review and approve the minutes from January 12, 2021, and to hear activity reports from the juvenile judge, probation department, IDJC liaison, and detention center director. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items or proposals listed.

• Review and approve minutes from January 12, 2021
• Report from Juvenile Judge Mick Hodges
• Report from Chief Probation Officer Dixie Tate-Dennis
• Report from IDJC District 5 Liaison Renee Waite
• Report from Juvenile Detention Center Director Trent Bodily

The Mini-Cassia Executive Board of Juvenile Probation met via Zoom and approved the minutes from the January 12, 2021 meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports from the juvenile judge, probation department, detention center, and state liaison, covering topics like drug court training, drug use trends, and facility population.

• Approved minutes of January 12, 2021 (motion carried)

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee is meeting to consider several action items for the Criminal Justice Center, including a request for ammunition purchase, an update to the jail's Use of Force policy, a proposal for shower repairs, and a proposed commissary contract with Summit. The committee will also take personnel actions for both the Criminal Justice Center and Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and may enter executive sessions for personnel, real property, exempt records, legal counsel, or risk management matters. Reports will be given on budget matters, the Juvenile Detention Center, Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and the Criminal Justice Center.

• Request for ammunition purchase
• Update to jail Use of Force policy
• Proposal for shower repairs
• Proposed commissary contract with Summit
• Personnel actions for Criminal Justice Center and Adult Misdemeanor Probation

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with administrative items, including approval of claims, payroll, minutes, and a COVID-19 discussion. A public hearing is scheduled for the White Feather Run subdivision request for approval. The board will also consider a resolution for records destruction and retract a previous IT policy approval.

• Public hearing on White Feather Run Subdivision request for approval
• Resolution 2021-02-08 for destruction of records for Sheriff's Dept.
• Retract previous approval of Information Tech Policy
• Applications for County Aid (executive session)
• Weekly IT and building maintenance updates and project approvals

The Minidoka County Commissioners approved the White Feather Run Subdivision, which includes 9 homesites, after a public hearing. They also denied a medical indigency case, approved claims and payroll, rescinded the county's Information Systems Policy, and approved a new backup contract with Acronis.

• Approved White Feather Run Subdivision (2-0, Schenk recused)
• Denied Case 2021-1 for lack of evidence and cooperation
• Approved claims and payroll
• Approved minutes of January 28 and February 1
• Approved Certificates of Residency
• Rescinded Information Systems Policy approved 1-25-2021
• Approved $12,529 backup contract with Acronis, subject to attorney approval

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with administrative actions, including approving claims and payroll, and discussing COVID-19. They will also review a letter to Rep. Mike Simpson regarding dam removal, consider IT projects (internet speed increase, laptop purchase, and an information system policy), and discuss a proposed ordinance amendment. The meeting includes reports from various county officials and a discussion on re-creating the Industrial Bond Board.

• Approval of claims and payroll
• Letter to Rep. Mike Simpson re: dam removal
• Internet pipe speed increase and new laptop purchase
• Approval/adoption of Minidoka County Information System Policy
• Airport discussion re: letter of support to change existing legislation

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Commissioners held a joint meeting with District 27 legislators to discuss upcoming proposed legislation. Topics included property tax caps, public defense, and Medicaid expansion, but no formal decisions were made.

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee will meet to consider several action items, including approving an agreement with Allied Portable X-Ray, updating inmate rules and the use of force policy, and discussing options for a surplus jail van. The committee will also review personnel actions and a voicemail policy for Adult Misdemeanor Probation. Executive sessions may be held for personnel, real property, legal, or risk management matters. The meeting is largely administrative, with reports from various department heads.

• Request for approval of agreement with Allied Portable X-Ray
• Review and approve update to the inmate rules
• Discuss options for surplus jail van
• Review and approve update to use of force policy
• Approval for voicemail policy (Adult Misdemeanor Probation)

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with multiple action items, including accepting a FEMA grant for the Minidoka Irrigation District, approving a resolution regarding the City of Heyburn annexation urban renewal area, and selecting a vice-chair. They will also discuss COVID-19, approve claims and payroll, and handle various appointments and contracts.

• Minidoka Irrigation District FEMA grant acceptance
• County Resolution re: City of Heyburn Annexation Urban Renewal area
• Recreational Boating Safety Grant approval
• City of Rupert building permit fee waiver
• Joint resolution to classify records as public record within misdemeanor probation office

Mini-Cassia Jail Committee Meeting

The Mini-Cassia Jail Committee is meeting to take action on personnel matters and a modified time off policy for the Criminal Justice Center, as well as a voicemail policy for Adult Misdemeanor Probation. The agenda also includes reports from the Juvenile Detention Center, Adult Misdemeanor Probation, and Criminal Justice Center, along with budget matters and old/new business. The meeting is being held via Zoom.

• Criminal Justice Center personnel action
• Approval of modified time off policy
• Adult Misdemeanor Probation personnel action
• Approval of voicemail policy
• Reports from Juvenile Detention Center, Adult Misdemeanor Probation, Criminal Justice Center

Mini-Cassia Juvenile Probation Board Meeting

The Mini-Cassia Executive Board of Juvenile Probation is meeting to review and approve the minutes from December 8, 2020, and to hear reports from the juvenile judge, probation department, IDJC liaison, and detention center director. The agenda includes no specific action items beyond routine approvals and reports, and an executive session may be held if needed.

• Review and approve minutes from December 8, 2020
• Report from Juvenile Judge Mick Hodges
• Report from Chief Probation Officer Dixie Tate-Dennis
• Report from IDJC District 5 Liaison Renee Waite
• Report from Juvenile Detention Center Director Trent Bodily

The Mini-Cassia Executive Board of Juvenile Probation met via Zoom and approved the minutes from the December 8, 2020 meeting. The meeting consisted primarily of reports from the juvenile judge, probation department, and detention center, with no formal policy decisions made. Budget updates showed both juvenile detention and probation at 23% expended on a 27% year.

• Approved minutes of December 8, 2020 (motion carried)

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to handle administrative items, including approving claims and payroll, discussing COVID-19, and electing a chairman. They will also set the standard mileage rate for 2021 and consider several action items such as a liquor license transfer and a lien satisfaction.

• Approve alcoholic beverage license transfer for Drift Inn
• Approve and sign satisfaction of lien Case 1999-559
• Elect a chairman per IC 31-705
• Set standard mileage rate for 2021 effective 01-01-2021
• Capital purchase request from Weed Superintendent Smith

County Commissioners

The Minidoka County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with administrative actions, including approving claims and payroll, and discussing COVID-19. They will also consider an internet policy, a firewall purchase, a subscription agreement with title companies, and a resolution to destroy records. The agenda includes an executive session to update on a claim against the county.

• Approval of Claims and Payroll
• COVID-19 discussion
• Internet policy and firewall quote difference/purchase
• Summary of Ordinance 2020-12-21 for publication
• Resolution 2021-01-04 to Destroy Records