Power County public meetings in 2023
39 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved $99,653.15 in claims, holding $949.49 for an Ambulance Grant (unanimous)
- Approved letter of support for JR Simplot regarding phosphate ore processing (unanimous)
- Approved $135.00 per month lease addendum for IDOC office space (unanimous)
- Approved FY2024 service contract with Computer Arts Inc./Harris (unanimous)
- Approved conversion of ICCU reward points into 105 $25 Amazon Gift Cards (unanimous)
- Approved Public Defense Commission Indigent Grant Award (unanimous)
- Approved Dispatch Agreement with City of American Falls (unanimous)
- Authorized $2,232.00 for ESET MDM licenses and up to $9,000 for Veeam backup solution (unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved retail alcohol beverage license No. 19 for Family Dollar, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved lease for 127 Idaho Street with $3,370.00 deposit and $1,685.00 monthly rate (unanimous)
- Approved bid from Bust-N-Moves to move administrative offices to 127 Idaho Street (unanimous)
- Approved $30,000.00 settlement with ICRMP for Landfill door repair to be placed in trust (unanimous)
- Amended fence bid to approve 14' fence not to exceed $7,495.00 and authorized additional $500 payment (unanimous)
- Tabled discussion regarding pump on 3180 Whitnah Road property
- Directed Clerk to work with legal counsel to appeal the Record of Decision (ROD) for Massacre Rocks (unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Adopted FY2024 Budget for all County Funds in the amount of $16,308,128.80 (Unanimous)
- Approved claims approval report totaling $100,612.65 (Unanimous)
- Approved $2,272.47 invoice for Cooper Larsen (Unanimous)
- Approved hiring of Tom Igoe ($15,210 annually), Macie Evans, Shaney Allen, Austyn Kennison, and Trenton Boyer for Power County Ambulance (Unanimous)
- Approved Ambulance District SOP Policy 2.1 regarding interfacility transports from Power County Hospital (Unanimous)
- Approved residency certificates for junior college tuition for Caitlin Reas, Maria Ledesma, and Maria Gonzalez (Unanimous)
- Approved salary rate for part-time hire Cindy Haney (Unanimous)
- Approved Sheriff's Office surplus property (Unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved the agenda (unanimous)
- Tabled decision on staff relocation and storage options until August 28, 2023
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved Resolution 2023-09 declaring an emergency burning ban and fireworks protection
- Approved claims approval report in the amount of $487,193.94
- Approved Resolution 2023-08 granting tax exemption to Lamb Weston
- Approved retail alcoholic beverage license No. 78 for Pours LLC dba Pours and Fores
- Committed up to $40,000 for curb and gutter project from Roosevelt Street to Pocatello Avenue
- Executed FY24 Department of Commerce Economic Development Grant Agreement
- Directed publication of proposed FY2024 Budget of $16,308,128.80
- Ratified IOEM 2020 Subrecipient agreement for 2020 BRIC performance grant
County Commissioners
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.
- Set Commission Chair salary at $3,000.00 (Unanimous)
- Set Commissioner Ron Funk, Delane Anderson, and William Lasley salaries at $34,000.00 each (Unanimous)
- Set Clerk Sha ree Sprague salary at $71,000.00 (Unanimous)
- Set Assessor Laura Porath salary at $70,000.00 (Unanimous)
- Set Treasurer Deanna Curry salary at $70,000.00 (Unanimous)
- Set Sheriff Joshua Campbell salary at $75,000.00 (Unanimous)
- Set Prosecuting Attorney Anson Call salary at $92,820.00 (Unanimous)
- Set Coroner Mark Rose salary at $15,750.00 (Unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Declared emergency for Jail and Sheriff's building roof leaks (Unanimous)
- Approved Wilson Roofing Inc. bid for roof work not to exceed $120,000 (Unanimous)
- Approved payout of compensation hours for ambulance coverage in September up to $4,300.00 (Unanimous)
- Approved retail alcoholic beverage license for Tres Hermanos 1 Inc. for 2023-2024 (Unanimous)
- Tabled FY2024 budget publication and further discussion
- Tabled security discussion to August 14, 2023
- Directed legal counsel to contact Reed Larsen regarding outside counsel reimbursement and policy (Unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Directed legal counsel to develop an agreement with Lamb Weston for payments totaling $990,000 (Unanimous)
- Tabled final decision on subdivision appeal to July 24, 2023 (Unanimous)
- Directed Landfill to reject questionable deposits based on existing rules
- Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved updated AF Rural Fire District agreement: $10,000 base, $50/person per incident (max $300), and $400 extrication fee (unanimous)
- Approved one-time $25,000 payment to AF Rural Fire District from Local and Tribal Consistency Funds (unanimous)
- Approved DVRS installation at Paps Mountain Repeater site using EMS Grant 21SHSP077 (unanimous)
- Upheld Assessor's value for Parcel No. 1573-02 (2-1)
- Upheld Assessor's value for Parcel No. 1561-01 (unanimous)
- Approved $395,979.49 in claims and denied $155.00 in essential oil claims (unanimous)
- Approved retroactive hangar addendum for Pleasant Valley Aviation effective June 12, 2023 (unanimous)
- Tabled Lamb Weston Tax Exemption until July 17, 2023 (unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved retail alcohol beverage license for Ringos (Unanimous)
- Approved amended agenda to include Ringos license and remove Veteran’s Service Officer (Unanimous)
- Limited Clerk’s travel line increase to $500
- Entered executive session for legal advice regarding trade or commerce (2-0, Commissioner Lasley absent)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Directed Landfill Director to remove wood chipping piles and not charge to load
- Directed Landfill Director to continuously grind the demo pit for county use
- Directed Landfill Director to provide revenue category listings to the Clerk’s Office
- Entered executive session for personnel actions (unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Tabled decision on Lamb Weston 63-602NN Exemption Application to July 10, 2023 (unanimous)
- Accepted Treasurer's LGIP monthly statement, Treasurer's Cash, and Joint Quarterly Report (unanimous)
- Entered executive session to discuss legal ramifications of pending litigation (unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved claims approval report totaling $46,046.19 (Unanimous)
- Denied Pocatello Trap Club tax exemption for parcel RPD0280-01 (Unanimous)
- Executed Little Creek and South Bay East subdivision plats (Unanimous)
- Approved $4,244.91 bid from Hollow-Point Services for 490 Pocatello Ave (Unanimous)
- Approved Junior College Tuition assistance for Emma L Jensen (Unanimous)
- Approved Sheriff's Office personnel updates for Richard Sammons, Gordon Robinson, and Andrea Marshall (Unanimous)
- Approved AFLAC enrollment exemption for Steve Stringham (Unanimous)
- Accepted Amerimax Financial Reports for Power County Ambulance District (Unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved claims approval report in the amount of $206,270.42
- Approved Anderson Auto Body Claim for $148.82
- Authorized updated sick leave policy regarding elective surgery, pregnancy, and maternity
- Executed IT services MOU with City of American Falls for FY2023
- Directed Landfill Director to hire a part-time administrative position
- Approved transfer of landfill phone to IdeaCom VoIP system for approximately $880.00
- Issued demand payment for McMurry Law Office in the amount of $3,800.00
- Authorized payment of $5,386.63 to Hollow Point Services LLC with a credit of $1,092.67
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved the June 1, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
- Directed Ambulance Chief Kristi Permann to move forward with restructure plan (consensus)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved updating county paid military leave policy to mirror state policy (unanimous)
- Approved $76,348.65 payment to RS Jobber Inc. for parking lot work (unanimous)
- Declined parking lot compaction impact study (unanimous)
- Approved $13,665 bid from 21st Century Remodeling for men's restroom floor repairs (unanimous)
- Authorized up to $9,000 for repairs to the advocacy house (unanimous)
- Authorized support letter and $5,000 in matching funds for Economic Development Grant (unanimous)
- Approved claims approval report totaling $162,858.41 (unanimous)
- Tabled courthouse front entrance security operational protocol for further discussion
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved the agenda (unanimous)
- Entered executive session to consider personnel actions pursuant to Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) (unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Appointed Ron Funk as Chairman (unanimous)
- Approved promotion of Yuliannette Silva to jail Sergeant at $44,162.14 annually (unanimous)
- Approved step increase for Colten Wallace to $41,600.00 annually (unanimous)
- Approved step increase for Hunter Miller to $41,600.00 annually (unanimous)
- Approved step increase for Staci Miller to $41,600.00 annually (unanimous)
- Approved step increase for Devan Funk to $41,600.00 annually (unanimous)
- Approved hiring Dalton Redford at $41,600.00 annually (unanimous)
- Designated July 10, 2023, as the launch date for the front door metal detection system (consensus)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved shared IT Services MOU with City of American Falls at $7,200 for FY2023 (unanimous)
- Set hourly interpreter rate for Francisca Vidales to $27.50 (unanimous)
- Denied Catholic Church tax exemption application for Parcel No. RPD0315-00 (unanimous)
- Approved Franciscan Sisters tax exemption application for Parcel No. MHZ0396-03 (unanimous)
- Approved Anderson Auto Body Claim for $4,974.84 (unanimous; Commissioner Anderson abstained)
- Approved payment of claims totaling $110,472.27 (unanimous)
- Accepted Ambulance District Financial Reports as of March 31, 2023 (unanimous)
- Authorized digital signatures for medical director agreement (unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved $30,000 contract for 21st Century to repair courthouse lobby restrooms (Unanimous)
- Approved $1,576 contract for Hollow-Point Services, LLC for fence repairs at 440 Gifford (Unanimous)
- Approved $11,069 bid from Ralphs 208 Construction for Waterways Service Center building rehab (Unanimous)
- Approved $5,884 bid from Ralphs 208 Construction for Waterways Service Center pumphouse (Unanimous)
- Approved $2,283 bid from WMI for Arbon Valley Transfer Station railing repairs (Unanimous)
- Hired Jesse Johnston as Veteran Services Coordinator at $4,700 annually (Unanimous)
- Approved tax exemptions for A.F. Community Church ($1,937.64) and American Falls Christian Fellowship ($376.81) (Unanimous)
- Tabled Affordable Fencing bid for Waterways Service Center for further discussion
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved retail alcoholic beverage license transfer for Ringos (JP3 LLC) (Unanimous)
- Approved hiring Melanie L. Jennings as Ambulance Department Administrative Assistant at $28,665 annually (Unanimous)
- Approved hiring Jason Parkinson as Full Time Paramedic at $33,696 annually (Unanimous)
- Directed Weeds supervisor to submit salary approval forms for two seasonal employees at the next meeting
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved Resolution 2023-05 designating precincts and polling locations (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2023-04 for FY2023 Unanticipated Fund & Budget Changes (Unanimous)
- Approved claims approval report totaling $118,103.50 (Unanimous)
- Approved hiring DMV personnel with a pay range of $15 to $20 per hour (Unanimous)
- Approved $1,427.74 payout to terminated Ambulance Department employee Mark Love (Unanimous)
- Approved purchase of Jv probation printer from PILT fund (Unanimous)
- Cancelled $120.60 in landfill fees for parcel RPD0212-00 due to error (Unanimous)
- Approved airport grant request for payment (Unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved hiring Jason Anthony Parkinson at $18.00 hourly (annual limit $36,000.00) (Unanimous)
- Approved placing an employee on administrative leave and authorized termination documentation (Unanimous)
- Set airport lease rate at $0.20 per square foot, indexed to increase by $0.05 after 5 years
- Directed legal counsel to draft a letter for a tenant to remove debris from airport property
- Approved $1,162.99 for a Sprayer boom and related parts using PILT money (Unanimous)
- Approved $470.39 for a Gate Flow Control Kit for the courthouse ranger using PILT money (Unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved the April 3, 2023 agenda (Unanimous)
- Denied Planning & Zoning appeal and upheld decision regarding Mr. Erickson's property variance (Unanimous)
- Tabled personnel discussion
- Entered executive session for legal advice (Unanimous)
- Entered executive session for personnel actions (Unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
- Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes (majority vote)
- Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved February 23, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved March 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled Legislative Update
- Entered executive session for personnel actions (unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved claims approval report for $169,781.08 (Unanimous)
- Approved Wildcat Subdivision Plat Map (Unanimous)
- Approved $1,5445.58 for Weeds Tank Sprayer (Unanimous)
- Established shooting range committee chaired by Jason Mackrill (Unanimous)
- Approved $329.80 for IT tester and tools (Unanimous)
- Scheduled proposed budget hearing for August 21 at 12pm (Unanimous)
- Tabled Ryan Erikson planning and zoning appeal until April 3, 2023 (Unanimous)
- Approved $2,711.29 separation payout for Erika Vargas (Unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Accepted Consolidated Election Canvass for School District 381 & 382 (Unanimous)
- Authorized agreement for Youth Center recycling bin (Unanimous)
- Approved repainting of JV Probation office (Unanimous)
- Appointed Staci Miller, Kathy Phelps, Deb Kendell, Terrel Sorenson, and Celia Klassen to Museum Board (Unanimous)
- Approved minutes for January 23 and February 27, 2023 meetings (Unanimous)
- Agreed by consensus to participate in Mental Health First Aid training
- Directed IT to purchase tester and tools exceeding $350.00
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved $295,022.41 claims approval report (Unanimous)
- Approved $31,645.38 M2 Automation proposal for Ambulance Building Security via ARPA (Unanimous)
- Approved $11,000.00 budget request for Power County Soil Conservation Board (Unanimous)
- Approved $73,000.00 demand check for Idaho Wholesale for courthouse windows (Unanimous)
- Approved $5,792.27 for TF Enterprises computer upgrade wiring (Unanimous)
- Approved $2,301.48 Knudsen Irrigation quote for fairgrounds wheel lines via PILT (Unanimous)
- Authorized Sheriff to pursue filling staffing needs (Unanimous)
- Approved hiring Tyler James Thomson as Detention Deputy at $20.00 hourly (Unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved $800.00 indigent burial application for cremation services
- Accepted Power County EMS billing and collection procedure and eliminated city/county employee reimbursement
- Directed staff to gather information for an ambulance fee schedule for public hearing
- Accepted the amended billing and collection procedure policy
- Approved Amerimax to continue collecting past accounts receivable provided the $250.00 fee is covered by collections
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved switching ambulance billing from Amerimax to System Design West (unanimous)
- Approved $2,613.22 bid from Josh Chandler for Arbon Valley landfill railing (unanimous)
- Approved $24,803.00 budget reallocation for Emergency Operations Control Center updates (unanimous)
- Accepted fiscal year ending September 30, 2022 outside audit from Deaton & Company (unanimous)
- Approved claims approval report totaling $82,571.54 (unanimous)
- Rejected certificate of residency for Bryan Morales Sanchez due to incomplete application (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Kerry McMurray (unanimous)
- Declared April 2023 as Fair Housing Month
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved $14,842 Javelin Arms weapon trade-in (unanimous)
- Approved personnel updates including two new Ambulance hires and one Assessor's Department step increase (unanimous)
- Approved $75,668.50 and $4,930.00 invoices for Design Place PLLC (unanimous)
- Decided new billing company will handle future ambulance calls while old company collects prior accounts
- Selected grey carpet for the Assessor's office
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved Resolution 2023-03. This resolution establishes the precincts and polling locations for the 2023 election year.
- Approved Resolution 2023-03 designating precincts and polling locations for the 2023 Election Year (unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved claims approval report in the amount of $705,126.20
- Approved $38,046.00 purchase of a 2022 Dodge Ram 1500 Classic for the Sheriff
- Approved $4,800.00 Equature Maintenance agreement with Day Wireless Systems
- Approved firearms purchase for the Sheriff's office with Javelin Arms LLC
- Approved $3,551.10 building inspection proposal from Degiulio Commercial Property Inspections LLC
- Approved Resolution 2023-01 and 2023-02 for the destruction of records
- Approved $16,438.00 Recreational Boating Safety Grant agreement
- Approved Fairgrounds Caretaking and Lease agreements with Allen Phillips
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved $163,000 bid from Idaho Wholesale Hardware for courthouse window replacement (unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved the agenda (unanimous)
- Vacated meeting and rescheduled for February 2, 2023, at 2:00 pm (unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved $7,500 invoice for Stag Electric for Whitnah Rd property (Unanimous)
- Approved $12,490 bid from Big D & Sons for waterway tree trimming (Unanimous)
- Approved $8,124 for new commercial doors at the Fairgrounds (Unanimous)
- Approved Conflict Public Defender Contract for Jay E. Fuson (Unanimous)
- Authorized payment request to ITD aeronautics for airport services (Unanimous)
- Approved demand check for Dodge Omney for Training Instructor Mileage (Unanimous)
- Approved hiring Melissa Landis as full-time EMT at $25,796.15 annually (Unanimous)
- Approved separation benefits for Daniel Cromer (Unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved claims approval report of $680,020.32 (unanimous)
- Directed courthouse back door to be locked to limit public access to the front
- Approved $300 payment to DeGuilio Commercial Property Inspections, LLC from PILT funds (unanimous)
- Approved $6,879.00 payment to Design Place, PLLC from ARPA funds (unanimous)
- Authorized $1,600.00 purchase of Yubikeys for Sheriff's office jailers and dispatchers (unanimous)
- Approved System Design West contract for EMS billing (unanimous)
- Authorized providing lunch for LEPC and All Hazard Mitigation Planning meetings (unanimous)
- Accepted Treasurer's monthly and quarterly reports (unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved expenditure methodology for Public Defense Max Levy Reduction (unanimous)
- Approved signing SHSP Grant for $24,616.00 (unanimous)
- Approved signing grant 2027-2022 for $26,574.02 for salary reimbursement (unanimous)
- Approved signing 2022 SHSP Grant for $25,565.49 (unanimous)
- Authorized bid request for an individual to write the Emergency Management All Hazards Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
- Approved signing 2018 Final Grant Adjustment Notice for $24,268.28 (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
County Commissioners
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.
- Approved claims approval report in the amount of $172,974.60
- Reappointed Chelsea Hubbard and Sherrie Wegner to the Planning and Zoning board
- Approved purchase and installation of a spreader for the County Ranger up to $2,500.00
- Approved junior college tuition residency certificates for Lanora Robinson, Charlie Swan, and Maria E. Ledesma
- Approved 2023 Chamber of Commerce Membership Renewal
- Authorized the sale of two Zoll Biphasic defibrillators as surplus via sealed bid (min bid $500.00)
- Authorized Instructor agreement for EMS courses
- Canceled taxes for tax year 2022 in the amount of $178.65 for a burned mobile home (RPA0437-00)