Caribou County public meetings in 2023
24 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
County Commissioners
The Board approved the vacation of roads surrounding specific lots and blocks in the Alexander Townsite to optimize land use. They also entered into a contract for assessment notice mailing and approved a laptop purchase for the county attorney.
- Approved vacation of roads for Alexander Subdivision (lots 1-26, Block 14; Blocks 10, 11, and 15)
- Approved contract with Billing Document Specialties for printing/mailing ($1,139.33) and postage ($1,929.40)
- Approved up to $1,500 for a Surface Pro laptop for the county attorney
- Determined the Sheriff should enforce road code violations in North Trail Canyon and Mill Canyon
County Commissioners
The Board approved a $5,208 contract for vehicle diagnostic software and a land swap agreement with a resident. They also authorized a part-remote Law Clerk position and a CenturyLink service plan.
- Approved 12-month contract with Mitchell1 for TruckWorks Plus and ProDemand software ($5,208)
- Approved land swap with Lynn Hatch at 3035 Kelly Toponce Rd (resident pays for survey, County builds fence)
- Approved posting Law Clerk position as part-remote/contract work
- Approved CenturyLink Line Volume Plan contract
- Approved Certificate of Residency for presented name
- Verified and agreed to November 7 election results
- Decided to charge one address fee for townhome in Finlayson subdivision
County Commissioners
The board approved a $3,000 contract for website services and authorized $70 gift cards for 44 EMTs and 17 firefighters. Other items discussed included road maintenance requests, a proposed industrial tax exemption, and fair building repairs.
- Approved Revize Web Services contract for FY 2024 for $3,000
- Approved $70 gift cards for 44 EMTs and 17 firefighters
- Approved Eric Hobson's request to use remaining vacation time by year-end
County Commissioners
The Board approved several equipment purchases for IT/GIS and updated health insurance eligibility wording for employees. They also authorized a $14,300.72 payment for the Center for Public Lands using P.I.L.T. funds and approved various claims and payroll reports.
- Approved purchase of Power Edge R750 server for $21,984.53
- Approved purchase of Sharp MX 5070 Color System printer for $3,925.00
- Approved $14,300.72 payment for Center for Public Lands from P.I.L.T. funds
- Approved change to Gem Plan contract: insurance starts 1st full month for employees and 2nd full month for dependents
- Approved 10/09/2023 meeting minutes
- Approved claims reports of $149,453.73 (FY 23) and $106,158.37 (FY 24)
- Approved payroll claims of $194,401.90
County Commissioners
The Board denied a request to rezone 60 acres of agricultural land to high-density residential. They approved the improvement bond terms for Barley Meadows Phase II and ratified a purchase for fire apparatus. The Board also approved 2024 alcohol licenses and a pathology services agreement with Ada County.
- Approved $14,943 purchase of Larsen’s Fire Apparatus
- Denied zone amendment for Ken Lawrence to change 60 acres from Agricultural to High-Density Residential
- Approved Barley Meadows Phase II, Resolution 2023-10 regarding improvement bond terms
- Approved 2024 alcohol license applications
- Approved 4 Certificates of Residency
- Approved pathology services agreement between Ada and Caribou Counties
- Decided to keep weed control vehicle 825
County Commissioners
The Board approved the adoption of a portion of Mill Canyon Road and accepted the county levies as presented. They also authorized several equipment purchases for the Weed Department and Search and Rescue, and approved repairs for the road and bridge shop.
- Approved $11,000 for road and bridge shop repairs by JB’s All-Around Handyman
- Approved $22,000 purchase of 2024 John Deere 835M side by side for Weed Department
- Approved $3,293 purchase of Lenex Heater for Search and Rescue building
- Adopted Resolution 2023-09 to adopt a portion of Mill Canyon Road south of Bancroft
- Accepted the Levies as presented (contingent on Turner & Central Cemeteries approval)
- Approved claims report of $290,093.20 and payroll claims of $326,369.77
- Approved Certificate of Residency dated 09/11/2023
- Approved IT representative to attend cyber-security conference in October
County Commissioners
Commissioners approved the FY 2024 budget and several equipment purchases for EMS and the Extension Office. The board also approved a lien release and a certificate of residency.
- Approved FY 2024 County Budget of $17,939,075 (Unanimous)
- Approved $17,891.70 for 6 APX 900 EMS radios
- Approved $1,000.41 for Thunder Ranger Tires for F150
- Approved release of lien on Case 2010-01
- Approved Certificate of Residency dated 08/28/2023
- Cancelled Commissioner meeting for 09/25/2023
- Agreed to add 'Agriculture' and 'Staff Approval' wording to County Code 12.20.01 5
County Commissioners
The Board adopted a portion of Mill Canyon Road south of Bancroft and approved a setback variance for grain bins at TBS Farms. The commission also authorized disciplinary action regarding an ambulance incident and directed repairs for the Oregon Trail Park.
- Adopted Mill Canyon Road from Lund to the Y intersection (unanimous)
- Approved TBS Farms variance for grain bins at 1306 Hegstrom Road (unanimous)
- Approved disciplinary action for ambulance incident to be handled by Public Safety Director (unanimous)
- Decided the county will be invoiced for Roper Lane work
- Directed Road & Bridge to obtain 3 bids for Soda road and bridge shop repairs
- Directed MR&E to repair picnic tables, bathrooms, and playground equipment at Oregon Trail Park
County Commissioners
The Board approved payroll and claims totaling over $2.1 million and decided to proceed with a 3% employee raise. Commissioners also agreed not to levy for $401,557 in foregone funds and established that the county will pay only extreme Parks and Recreation bills.
- Approved claims report of $1,771,361.27 (unanimous)
- Approved payroll claims of $334,275.77 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of 7/10/2023 (unanimous)
- Finalized decision to proceed with 3% employee raise
- Decided not to levy for $401,557 in foregone funds
- Decided county will pay extreme Parks and Recreation bills, excluding normal maintenance
County Commissioners
The board adopted Ordinance 2023-10 to clarify rules for one-time land divisions and approved a boundary line adjustment for the Great Columbia Subdivision. Other actions included extending a lease with Silver Star and providing a $2,500 donation for the Soda Springs Skate Park.
- Adopted Ordinance 2023-10 amending one-time land division code (unanimous)
- Approved plat amendment for lots 3, 4, and 5 of Great Columbia Subdivision (unanimous)
- Approved 5-year lease extension with Silver Star
- Approved $2,500 one-time donation to Caribou Development Foundation for skate park
- Upheld 2022 tax year value for Parcel #005516000080 (unanimous)
- Convened and ended executive sessions for personnel and other matters; no decisions recorded
County Commissioners
The commissioners approved hiring Chad Sturges, Steve Wagner, and James Wilhelmi for road and bridge positions. They granted $20,000 to the Fair Board and approved $300 in donations for Soda Springs High School FCCLA students. The board also reviewed numerous budget requests across county departments.
- Hired Chad Sturges, Steve Wagner, and James Wilhelmi for road and bridge positions
- Approved $20,000 for the Fair Board to help bring back the PRCA Rodeo
- Approved $100 donations each to 3 Soda Springs High School FCCLA members
- Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved claims and remittances totaling $410,307.61
- Approved payroll claims totaling $194,590.98
County Commissioners
The board approved several infrastructure projects, including a $29,144 demolition at the Grace Fairgrounds and a $21,873 roof replacement for the SEICCA building. Zoning changes were approved to allow butcher shops in agricultural zones and a 2-acre variance for Yost Farms. The board also authorized the purchase of a coroner's storage unit and a weed control dump trailer.
- Approved $29,144 bid for demolition at Grace Fairgrounds
- Approved $21,873.21 for SEICCA building re-roofing using ARPA funds
- Approved $19,634.20 for Mortech Manufacturing storage unit using ARPA funds
- Approved Ordinance 2023-09 adding butcher shops to agricultural zone permitted uses
- Approved 2-acre variance for Yost Farms in Commercial Zone
- Approved $14,999 purchase of Titan dump trailer from Bear Lake Trailer Sales
- Approved $3,485 for Schindler Elevator Corporation safety testing
- Approved $2,870 for Fire Station foam closures and $1,473 for Prosecutor's office door
County Commissioners
The Board approved a claims report and payroll claims. They also authorized $1,000 for GIS training and a $3,000 commitment to the Four County Alliance. No decisions were reached during two executive sessions.
- Approved claims report of $373,670.64 (unanimous)
- Approved payroll claims of $182,649.82 (unanimous)
- Approved $1,000 for SQL Server Management training for GIS
- Approved $3,000 commitment to the Four County Alliance
- Approved Certificate of Residency as presented
- Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes
- Decided comp time will be calculated by the day
- Agreed to transition to direct deposits upon future policy manual update
County Commissioners
The Commissioners approved Resolution 2023-05 to facilitate disaster aid for livestock losses. The board also approved several equipment repairs, tax exemptions, and a retail alcohol license.
- Adopted Resolution 2023-05 Caribou County Emergency / Disaster Declaration
- Approved purchase of running boards for 4 trucks
- Approved installation of culverts at North Gunnell Road subdivision
- Approved <$2,000 maintenance for Maintenance/Building Dept truck
- Approved purchase of 20 Comprehensive Plan books for $1,096.71
- Approved 3 casualty loss exemptions and renewed tax exemptions for Caribou Historical Society, Bancroft Lion’s Club, and Chesterfield Foundation
- Approved retail alcoholic beverage license for Stampede Hills LLC
- Approved claims report of $316,368.05 and payroll claims of $337,841.76
County Commissioners
The Board adopted the 2023 Comprehensive Plan and updated the corresponding county code. They also passed an ordinance prohibiting Level 2 Solar Energy Systems within the county and approved several equipment and software purchases.
- Approved $252,970.00 purchase of Larue D65 Loader Mounter Snow Blower
- Adopted Resolution #2023-04 Comprehensive Plan of Caribou County
- Adopted Ordinance 2023-07 amending code 13.04.030 regarding Comprehensive Plan adoption
- Adopted Ordinance #2023-06 prohibiting Level 2 Solar Energy Systems
- Approved $1,351.02 purchase of ESAT Antivirus from Software Security Solutions
- Approved $5,538.26 purchase of two Microsoft SQL Server cores from SHI
- Adopted Ordinance #2023-02 to install stop signs at Larsen Road and Reservoir Road
- Declined to consider fee increases for county services at this time
County Commissioners
The commissioners held a special meeting to interview candidates for the Road and Bridge Supervisor position. They voted to hire Kevin McLain for the role effective May 1, 2023.
- Hired Kevin McLain as Road & Bridge Supervisor effective May 1, 2023
County Commissioners
The Board approved several facility payments, including architectural services for a new events center and electronic locks for the courthouse. They also authorized comp-time payouts for employees and appointed Rowdy Larkins to the Fair Board.
- Approved $109,700 payment to Booth Architecture for new events center (Passed unanimously)
- Approved $35,029.80 for electronic locks at the courthouse (Passed)
- Approved $4,279.50 for a new server room condenser from Reid’s Plumbing (Passed)
- Approved comp-time payouts for employees due to extreme winter (Passed)
- Appointed Rowdy Larkins to the Fair Board (Passed)
- Approved sponsorship of a plaque for the 2023 Agriculture Person of the Year Award (Passed)
- Approved claims report of $248,302.88 and payroll claims of $311,753.65 (Passed unanimously)
- Agreed to continue paying membership dues to the Grace Chamber of Commerce
County Commissioners
The board adopted Ordinance #2023-04 regarding commercial caretaker residences and Ordinance 2023-05 repealing a section of the agricultural land division code. They also approved a travel donation for high school students and paid an HVAC repair invoice. No decisions were reached during three separate executive sessions.
- Adopted Ordinance #2023-04 amending caretaker residence rules
- Adopted Ordinance 2023-05 repealing Caribou County Code Chapter 12.20 Section 030
- Approved $1,000 PILT donation to Soda Springs High School BPA Chapter
- Approved $2,191.02 payment to Mechanical Solutions Corporation for HVAC control boards
- Approved claims report of $204,514.34 and payroll claims of $186,834.60
- Approved minutes from 3/13/2023 and 3/20/2023
- Signed Pebble Creek Subdivision Plat
County Commissioners
The commissioners met in a special session to review the March 14 school election results. They accepted the results, which included combined reporting for Soda 1-4 precincts and the passage of two levies.
- Approved and certified the March 14, 2023 School Election results
County Commissioners
The board adopted and amended Ordinance 2023-02 to install stop signs at the intersection of Larsen Road and Reservoir Road. Other actions included approving funding for the American Legion and Caribou Soil Conservation, and paying for event center architectural services.
- Adopted and amended Ordinance 2023-02 to install stop signs at Larsen Road and eastbound Reservoir Road
- Approved $13,000 from FY2024 budget for Caribou Soil Conservation
- Appropriated $2,500 from PILT funds to American Legion Hall for stackable chairs
- Approved $8,280 payment to Booth Architecture PLLC for event center services
- Approved up to $4,000 for a new heating unit at the SEICCA building
- Approved license agreement with Greater Association of Pocatello Realtors
- Approved payroll claims of $326,839.38 and claims approval report of $368,508.27
- Approved Certificate of Residency forms
County Commissioners
The board approved the purchase of a new ambulance and a high-pressure pump for EMS. They also signed a boat safety grant and a contract to finalize the county's comprehensive plan. A variance was granted for fuel tank capacity at the Caldwell Canyon Mine Project.
- Approved $258,854 purchase of 2024 Northstar Ambulance using $192,800 in grant funds
- Approved $23,517 Boat Safety Grant Application with Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation
- Approved contract with JUB Engineers, Inc. to finalize the comprehensive plan
- Approved variance for fuel farm capacity at Caldwell Canyon Mine Project
- Approved purchase of Darvy High Pressure 38 pump for EMS not to exceed $2,200
- Approved omission of zoning code 12.20.030 regarding division of agricultural land
- Approved payroll claims of $396,252.13 and claims approval report of $394,825.98
- Approved full wage for Nellie Askew following 6-month probationary period
County Commissioners
The Board approved several equipment purchases, including a communication system and a CAT loader. They authorized office repairs and a new ballot printer, while declining a request to update building permit fees.
- Approved $305,000 for updated communication system from 911 Trust Funds
- Approved $85,000 purchase of 2014 CAT TL943C from Western States
- Approved oil purchase through Power County Highway District for 2023
- Approved bid estimates for office work: Clerk ($9,562), Prosecutor ($1,983), and Assessor ($1,306)
- Approved $8,395 purchase of Okidata C931e Ballot Printer from Consolidated Election Fund
- Approved splitting Bonneville County snow removal revenue evenly between Weed and Road & Bridge departments
- Approved payroll claims ($396,252.13) and claims approval report ($394,825.98) for 2/10/23
- Denied request to update building permitting fees
County Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners voted to terminate the county indigent program, except for burial and jail medical items. They approved a plat amendment for the Pebble Creek subdivision and set a standard cell phone reimbursement rate. Other actions included approving a liquor license for Family Dollar and a wage increase for the Building Department.
- Ended county indigent program except for Burial and Jail Medical line items (unanimous)
- Approved Pebble Creek Plat Amendment for Block 5, Lots 1 and 2 (passed)
- Set cell phone reimbursement per diem at $150 per quarter (passed)
- Increased Building Department salary to $29 per hour (passed)
- Approved liquor license for Family Dollar contingent on FY2022 and 2023 payments (passed)
- Approved $4,020,261.70 in claims and $346,524.49 in payroll claims (unanimous)
- Approved 1/9/2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Authorized Prosecutor to obtain trial preparation help and expert witness
County Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners enacted Ordinance 2023-01 to regulate short-term rentals and approved associated application fees. The board also appointed a chairman and approved several equipment and service contracts.
- Appointed Mark Mathews as Chairman of the Board of County Commission
- Approved Resolution 2023-02 setting travel mileage reimbursement at $65.5 per mile
- Approved $8,000 for Cat Technology Maintenance Program for Road and Bridge
- Awarded bid for 2005 Chevy 3500 truck to Eric Hobson for $4,000
- Approved $1,000 donation to Soda Springs Lion's Club for Distinguished Young Women's program
- Signed Pathological Services Agreement between Ada and Caribou Counties
- Approved $19,205 payment to Booth Architecture, PLLC for fair buildings plans
- Adopted Ordinance 2023-01 (short-term rental code) and Resolution 2023-03 (associated fees)