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Power County, ID

Power County public meetings in 2023

39 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Sep 11, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Power County Commissioners approve $99,653.15 in claims and support JR Simplot

The Board of County Commissioners approved a series of financial claims, a service contract with Computer Arts Inc., and a letter of support for JR Simplot. The board also authorized new IT security and backup software and approved a lease addendum for IDOC office space.

Thu Sep 7, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approve office lease and appeal Massacre Rocks closure

The Board of County Commissioners approved a new lease for administrative offices and a retail alcohol license for Family Dollar. They also authorized an appeal regarding the Bureau of Reclamation's Record of Decision for Massacre Rocks.

Mon Aug 28, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Power County adopts FY2024 budget of $16,308,128.80

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously adopted the FY2024 budget and approved over $100,000 in claims. The board also approved several ambulance personnel hires and residency certificates for college tuition assistance.

Wed Aug 23, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners table decision on staff relocation due to Annex instability

The Board discussed relocating staff after an inspection report indicated the Annex building is unstable. Various locations were proposed, including the Palmer house and a commercial rental, but no final location was selected. Further discussion is tabled until August 28, 2023.

Mon Aug 14, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Power County Commissioners declare emergency burning ban and fireworks protection

The Board of County Commissioners adopted a resolution implementing a burning ban and fireworks protection. They also approved a $487,193.94 claims report and committed up to $40,000 for a curb and gutter project. The proposed FY2024 budget of $16,308,128.80 was directed for publication.

Thu Aug 10, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Power County Commissioners set salaries for elected officials

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved specific salary amounts for elected officials. The board also prioritized several upcoming projects for the FY2024 budget workshop and addressed emergency roof repairs at the jail and sheriff's building.

Thu Aug 3, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commission approves $120,000 emergency roof replacement for Jail and Sheriff's building

The Board declared an emergency due to water leaks at the Power County Jail and Sheriff's building, bypassing the standard bidding process to approve a contract with Wilson Roofing Inc. The Commission also approved a liquor license for Tres Hermanos 1 Inc. and authorized payout for ambulance personnel coverage.

Mon Jul 17, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners direct legal counsel to draft agreement with Lamb Weston

The Board of County Commissioners directed legal counsel to develop an agreement with Lamb Weston regarding a proposed payment allocation. A decision on a subdivision appeal was tabled pending further legal research.

Mon Jul 10, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approve AF Rural Fire District agreement and $25,000 payment

The Board updated the Memorandum of Agreement with the American Falls Rural Fire District and approved a one-time $25,000 contribution. The Commission also approved the installation of a DVRS at the Paps Mountain Repeater site and upheld assessor values for two property appeals.

Thu Jun 29, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commission approves retail alcohol beverage license for Ringos

The Board of County Commissioners approved a retail alcoholic beverage license for Jeff Churchill dba Ringos. The Commission also heard 2024 budget requests from the Sheriff, IT Director, Ambulance District, and Clerk's office.

Wed Jun 28, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners review FY2024 budget requests and direct landfill operations

The Board of County Commissioners heard budget requests for fiscal year 2024 from the Prosecutor, Public Defender, Drug Court, Solid Waste, and Juvenile Probation Services. The Commission issued specific operational directives to the Landfill Director regarding wood chipping and demo pit usage. The board also entered an executive session to discuss personnel actions.

Tue Jun 27, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commission tables decision on Lamb Weston tax exemption application

The Board of County Commissioners heard testimony regarding a $180 million cold storage facility project by Lamb Weston. The commission unanimously voted to take the matter under advisement and table the decision until July 10, 2023. Additionally, the board accepted the Treasurer's monthly financial reports.

Mon Jun 26, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approve $46,046 in claims and deny Pocatello Trap Club tax exemption

The Board of County Commissioners approved a claims report totaling $46,046.19 and executed subdivision plats for Little Creek and South Bay East. The board denied a tax exemption for the Pocatello Trap Club due to missed filing deadlines. Additionally, the board approved several personnel updates for the Sheriff's Office and a tuition assistance application.

Mon Jun 12, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commission approves $206,270.42 in claims and updates sick leave policy

The Board approved a claims report totaling $206,270.42 and authorized an updated sick leave policy. The Commission also executed an IT services MOU with the City of American Falls and directed the hiring of a part-time landfill employee.

Thu Jun 1, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners direct Ambulance District to proceed with restructure plan

The Board of County Commissioners convened as the Power County Ambulance District Board to discuss claims processing and budget filings. By consensus, the Board directed Ambulance Chief Kristi Permann to move forward with her restructure plan and seek budgeting assistance from the Clerk or Chief Deputy Fehringer.

Mon May 22, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commission approves $76,348 parking lot payment and updates military leave policy

The Board of County Commissioners approved several facility repairs and a payment for parking lot construction. They also voted to align the county's paid military leave policy with state standards and authorized a support letter for an economic development grant.

Thu May 18, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Power County Commissioners hold session on May 18, 2023

The Board of County Commissioners met for a session that consisted of procedural items and an executive personnel session. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

Mon May 15, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commission approves pay increases for six Sheriff's Office employees

The Board of County Commissioners approved several step increases and a promotion for personnel at the Power County Sheriff’s Office. The board also reorganized its leadership and set a deadline for a courthouse security project.

Mon May 8, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approve shared IT services agreement with City of American Falls

The Board of County Commissioners adopted a Memorandum of Understanding for shared IT services with the City of American Falls. The board also approved various claims, tax exemption applications, and an hourly rate increase for a court interpreter.

Mon Apr 24, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commission approves courthouse repairs and hires Veteran Service Coordinator

The Board of County Commissioners approved several facility maintenance contracts for the courthouse and Waterways Service Center. The board also appointed Jesse Johnston as the Veteran Service Coordinator and approved various property tax exemptions.

Thu Apr 13, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approve alcohol license transfer and ambulance department hires

The Board of County Commissioners approved a retail alcoholic beverage license transfer for Ringos. The board also approved two new hires for the Ambulance Department. A request for seasonal weed control employees was deferred pending the submission of required forms.

Mon Apr 10, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approve 2023 polling locations and budget adjustments

The Board of County Commissioners adopted resolutions to designate 2023 election precincts and adjust the FY2023 budget. They also approved $118,103.50 in claims and authorized the hiring of DMV personnel.

Thu Apr 6, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approve airport lease rate increase and equipment purchases

The Board of County Commissioners set a new airport lease rate of $0.20 per square foot. They also approved the hiring of one employee and the purchase of spreader and sprayer equipment using PILT funds.

Mon Apr 3, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners deny Planning & Zoning appeal regarding property hardship variance

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously voted to deny a Planning & Zoning appeal and uphold a previous decision regarding a property hardship variance. The board also discussed the Gateway West Transmission Corridor and received legislative updates on state bills.

Tue Mar 28, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Power County Commissioners approve past meeting minutes

The Board of County Commissioners approved the minutes for five previous meetings held in February and March 2023. The board entered an executive session to discuss personnel actions and tabled a legislative update.

Mon Mar 27, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Power County Commissioners approve $169,781.08 in claims

The Board approved a claims report totaling $169,781.08 and authorized the Wildcat Subdivision Plat Map. They established a shooting range committee and scheduled a budget hearing for August 21. A planning and zoning appeal regarding a variance was tabled for further review.

Mon Mar 20, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approve election canvass and museum board appointments

The Board of County Commissioners accepted the consolidated election canvass for School Districts 381 and 382. They appointed five members to the Power County Museum Board and authorized a recycling bin agreement for the Youth Center. The commission also agreed to participate in Mental Health First Aid training for officials and supervisors.

Mon Mar 13, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approve $295,022 in claims and $31,645 for ambulance security

The Board of County Commissioners approved a claims report totaling $295,022.41 and authorized several facility upgrades, including security for the ambulance building and courthouse windows. The board also approved a budget request for soil conservation and authorized the Sheriff to fill staffing needs.

Tue Mar 7, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners update ambulance billing and collection procedures

The Board approved an indigent burial claim and updated the Power County Ambulance District's billing and collection policies. The commission also directed staff to prepare a new ambulance fee schedule for a future public hearing.

Mon Feb 27, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners switch ambulance billing company to System Design West

The Board approved a new billing company for the Ambulance District and authorized several landfill and emergency management expenditures. They also accepted the fiscal year 2022 outside audit and approved over $82,000 in claims.

Thu Feb 23, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approve $14,842 weapon trade-in and personnel updates

The Board approved a handgun trade-in for the Sheriff's office and accepted several personnel changes for the Ambulance and Assessor's departments. They also approved two invoices for Design Place PLLC totaling $80,598.50. The commission discussed a proposal to switch county phone services to FirstNet.

Wed Feb 15, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Power County Commissioners designate 2023 election precincts and polling locations

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved Resolution 2023-03. This resolution establishes the precincts and polling locations for the 2023 election year.

Mon Feb 13, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Power County Commissioners approve $705,126.20 in claims and multiple sheriff expenditures

The Board of County Commissioners approved a claims report exceeding $700,000 and authorized several purchases for the Sheriff's Office, including a new vehicle. The board also approved building maintenance contracts and resolutions for the destruction of records. The Pocatello Free Clinic provided information on community health but made no formal funding request.

Thu Feb 2, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approve $163,000 contract for courthouse window replacement

The Board of County Commissioners met in special session and awarded a contract to Idaho Wholesale Hardware for courthouse window replacement. The board also approved the meeting agenda.

Wed Feb 1, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners vacate special session and reschedule for February 2

The Board of County Commissioners held a special session that resulted in no substantive policy decisions. The board voted to vacate the meeting and reschedule it for the following day.

Fri Jan 27, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approve building repairs and personnel updates

The Board of County Commissioners approved several facility maintenance contracts and a public defender contract. The board also convened as the Ambulance District Board to approve a new hire and separation benefits for a former employee.

Mon Jan 23, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approve $680K in claims and courthouse security updates

The Board of County Commissioners approved a claims report totaling $680,020.32 and directed that the courthouse back door be locked to limit public access to the front entrance. The board also authorized expenditures for courthouse inspections and IT security upgrades for the Sheriff's office.

Tue Jan 17, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approve multiple emergency management grants totaling over $81,000

The Board of County Commissioners approved several grants for emergency management and the SHSP program. They also supported a recommended expenditure methodology for the Public Defense Max Levy Reduction.

Mon Jan 9, 2023

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Power County Commissioners approve $172,974.60 in claims

The Board of County Commissioners approved a claims report and several personnel and board appointments. The commission also authorized equipment purchases for the County Ranger and approved residency certificates for junior college tuition.