Curry County public meetings in 2024

Workshop - Coos County

The Curry County Board of Commissioners is holding a joint workshop with Coos County. The body will discuss cooperative options regarding jail facilities.

• Joint Workshop with Coos County regarding Jail Cooperative Options

Business Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners holds a business meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a proposed law enforcement levy for the May 2025 ballot, acceptance of aquatic safety grants, and public hearings on annexations into rural fire districts. They will also consider a lease amendment for the Elk River, a USDA contract, and an employment contract for a Finance & HR Director. Consent agenda items include approving minutes and a hire order.

• Law enforcement levy discussion for May 2025 ballot
• Accept $10,000 grant from City of Gold Beach for aquatic safety
• Accept $35,000 grant from Oregon Community Foundation for aquatic safety
• Hire order for Victim Assistance Program Manager D. McDannell
• Public hearings on four annexations (Ritti, Hays, Koster, Vierck) into rural fire districts

The Board of Commissioners approved a law enforcement levy (SEL 805) for the May 2025 ballot and an amended Elk River lease. They also approved four annexation petitions and several grants and personnel actions via the consent agenda.

• Approved Law Enforcement Levy SEL 805 for May 2025 ballot (unanimous)
• Approved amended and restated Elk River lease (unanimous)
• Approved annexation petitions BOC No. 24-27, 24-35, 24-36, and 24-37 (unanimous)
• Approved aquatic safety grants from City of Gold Beach and Oregon Community Foundation (unanimous)
• Approved hire of D. McDannell as Victim Assistance Program Manager (unanimous)
• Approved FTE status amendment for A. Bussmann (unanimous)
• Tabled USDA contract to investigate Title III funding
• Decided not to vote on Finance & HR Director K. Wolf's employment contract

Business Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hear a presentation on a law enforcement levy and decide on appointing a delegate to the Association of Oregon & California Counties. The body is also reviewing a grant for homeless youth services.

• Presentation on Law Enforcement Levy
• Grant of $750 from Humboldt Area Foundation for the Juvenile Department to support homeless youth
• Appointment of Commissioner Jonathan Trost as the voting delegate for the Association of Oregon & California Counties (AOCC)
• Executive session to consult with counsel regarding current or likely litigation

The Board concurred to provide the necessary items for a law enforcement levy for the May 2025 ballot. They also approved a coordination order between the Board and the Curry County Sheriff. Several administrative items and a delegate reappointment were approved via the consent agenda and motions.

• Concurred to place law enforcement levy on May 2025 ballot
• Approved order requiring coordination and cooperation between Board of Commissioners and County Sheriff (unanimous)
• Reappointed Commissioner Trost as AOCC Delegate (unanimous)
• Approved hire order for K. Liu, Executive Assistant, Sheriff (unanimous)
• Approved grant from Humboldt Area Foundation for Juvenile (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for November 21 and November 26, 2024 meetings (unanimous)

Special Meeting - Harbor Fire District

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting at the Harbor Rural Fire Protection District to discuss and appoint a member to fill a vacancy on the district board. The district currently lacks enough members for a quorum. The board received six applications and recommendations from current members.

• Appointment of one member to the Harbor Rural Fire Protection District, Position 1, term expiring June 30, 2025
• District currently lacks a quorum under ORS 65.351
• Six applications received for the vacancy
• General public comment period with 3-minute limit per speaker

The Board of Commissioners met to fill a vacancy on the Harbor Fire District. Following interviews with applicants, the board appointed one member to the district.

• Appointed Christopher O’Connor to Position #1 (term expires June 30, 2025) - unanimous
• Nomination of David Lancaster failed due to lack of second

Workshop

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss a proposed law enforcement levy, referred to as SEL 805. The agenda includes consideration of a ballot title and referral process for the measure. No final decision is expected at this workshop.

• Discussion of proposed law enforcement levy (SEL 805)
• Potential referral of SEL 805 to local elections official for ballot title preparation or publication of notice

Business Meeting

The Board will hear a presentation on law enforcement funding options, possibly leading to a new service district. They will also vote on consent items including hiring a Sheriff's executive assistant and reclassifying a corrections deputy. A trailer purchase for the Road Department will be discussed and voted on.

• Presentation on law enforcement funding by Chris Paasch
• Reclassification of B. Starbird from Corrections Deputy II to Road Patrol ($5,798/month)
• Hire of Karen Liu as Sheriff's Executive Assistant ($5,441/month)
• Approval of Grant Applications #5310 & #5311 for Curry County Public Transit Service District
• Trailer purchase for Road Department (attachments provided)

The Board approved the November 6 meeting minutes, a reclassification for B. Starbird, and two grant applications for CCPTSD. Commissioners requested additional information and quotes regarding a new trailer for the Road Department. A proposed tax levy for law enforcement funding was received for further review.

• Approved November 6, 2024 Business Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of B. Starbird (unanimous)
• Approved Grant Applications #5310 & #5311 for CCPTSD (unanimous)
• Removed hire of Sheriff's Executive Assistant from agenda
• Requested more information and quotes for Road Department trailer purchase

Public Hearing - Animal Control

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on allegations that two dogs harmed livestock in Brookings. After hearing testimony, the board may assess penalties under Oregon state law.

• Public hearing regarding two dogs allegedly harming livestock in Brookings

Workshop

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss Veritas Information and Education. No decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.

• Discussion of Veritas Information and Education

Workshop

The Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss Veritas Information and Education. The meeting is scheduled for November 13, 2024, at the Emergency Operations Center in Brookings.

• Discussion regarding Veritas Information and Education

Workshop

The Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss the Law Enforcement Service District. No other substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Discussion regarding Law Enforcement Service District

Workshop

The Curry County Board of Commissioners and Transit Advisory Committee are holding a joint workshop to discuss transit funding items, including the STIF Discretionary Fund application and proposed STIF funds for 2025-2027. They will also review advisory committee applications and bi-annual grant programs (5310 and 5311). No final decisions are expected; this is a discussion session.

• Discussion of STIF Discretionary Fund application
• Advisory Committee applications and recruitment
• 5310 and 5311 Bi-Annual Grant discussions
• Proposed STIF funds allocation for 2025-2027

Business Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will hold a business meeting on November 6, 2024, at 6 p.m. The agenda includes a presentation on law enforcement funding by Chris Paasch. Action items include approving an engagement letter with Local Government Law Group, a request from Coos County for a surplus K9 patrol vehicle, a proposal for federal government relations consulting, and purchasing two trucks for the Road Department. The consent agenda contains personnel actions and a cooperative agreement.

• Presentation on law enforcement funding by Chris Paasch
• Approval of engagement letter with Local Government Law Group for legal services
• Request from Coos County for a surplus K9 patrol vehicle
• Proposal for federal government relations consulting
• Purchase of two trucks for Road Department (quotes include dump with plows)

The Board of Commissioners approved the purchase of two F-550 Rock Plow Trucks and an engagement letter with Local Government Law Group. The Board also approved a proposal for federal government relations consulting and a county office closure for November 29, 2024.

• Approved purchase of two F-550 Rock Plow Trucks (unanimous)
• Authorized engagement letter with Local Government Law Group (2-1)
• Approved proposal for federal government relations consulting (unanimous)
• Approved county office closure for November 29, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including personnel changes and invoices (unanimous)
• Tabled USDA Contract Trapper item until the first of the year
• Approved proceeding with IGA for passenger van use by City of Lebanon

Public Hearing - Animal Control

The County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to discuss allegations regarding one dog harming livestock in Brookings. The Board may assess penalties or take other actions based on testimony and state guidelines.

• Public hearing regarding one dog harming livestock in Brookings

Board Of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss and take action on public transit contracts, advisory committee by-laws, and personnel rule amendments. The meeting also includes the allocation of opioid settlement funds for the Sheriff's Office and SRO/CRO.

• Contract with Curry Public Transit
• Curry Transit Advisory Committee By-Laws and members
• Personnel Rules Amendment
• Allocation of Opioid Settlement Funds for the Sheriffs Office
• Allocation of Opioid Settlement Funds for SRO/CRO

The Board of Commissioners approved an Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Gold Beach to fund a School Resource Officer/Community Resource Officer position using opioid settlement funds. The Board also rescinded a previous order to allow the discretionary allocation of these funds. Additionally, the Board extended the Curry Public Transit contract and committee appointments.

• Extended Curry Public Transit contract to March 31, 2025 (unanimous)
• Extended Curry County Transit Committee appointments through March 31, 2025 (unanimous)
• Amended Personnel Rules Article 4 to state all County Employees are subject to Personnel Rules (unanimous)
• Rescinded Order #23353 regarding fixed opioid fund allocation percentages (unanimous)
• Approved Board Order allocating Opioid Settlement Funding at the discretion of Commissioners (unanimous)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Gold Beach for SRO/CRO position using opioid funds (unanimous)

Public Hearing - Animal Control

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing under ORS 609.125–609.190 to discuss allegations that a dog harmed livestock in Gold Beach. After testimony, the board may assess penalties or take action per ORS 609.162.

• Public hearing on allegations of one dog harming livestock in Gold Beach
• Board may assess penalties under ORS 609.162

Business Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will discuss an intergovernmental agreement with the Gold Beach Police Department, consider allocating opioid settlement funds to the Sheriff's Office, and review a cooperative agreement with USDA Wildlife Services. The consent agenda includes adopting amended building department fees, approving a letter to ODFW regarding Sixes River access, and transferring a vehicle to Animal Services.

• Adopt amended fee schedule for Building Department
• Approve letter to ODFW regarding Sixes River access
• Approve transfer of vehicle to Animal Services
• Approve allocation of opioid settlement funds to Sheriff's Office
• Discuss intergovernmental agreement with Gold Beach Police Department

The Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including several administrative transfers and fund purchases. Following the business meeting, the Board held a Show Cause Hearing and voted to proceed with an abatement to be executed within 30 days.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous), including Opioid Fund Purchase and Camp Host Agreement for W. Dahl
• Approved transfer of Rural Address Duties to Surveyor (unanimous)
• Approved employee transfer for C. Harwell (unanimous)
• Approved amending duties and pay for Z. Van Zelf (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Decided to move the next scheduled meeting to October 16 at 2:00 p.m.
• Approved abatement to be executed within 30 days during Show Cause Hearing (unanimous)

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will hold a discussion-only meeting on October 10, 2024. The sole agenda item is staffing discussions. No decisions are scheduled; topics may be considered beyond those listed.

• Staffing discussions (discussion only)

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will hold a discussion-only meeting on October 3, 2024. Topics include preparation for training with Veritas Research, repairs at the Port Orford Transfer Station, and a review of whether a Public Facilities Director position is needed. No decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Preparation for training with Veritas Research (discussion only)
• Port Orford Transfer Station repairs (discussion only)
• Review of need for Public Facilities Director position (discussion only)

Business Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will vote on several consent agenda items at their October 2 business meeting. These include a camp host agreement for Boice-Cope Park with a $500 monthly stipend, an opioid fund purchase, an employee transfer, and a pay amendment. The meeting also includes a service award and an executive session.

• Approve camp host agreement with Wayne Dahl for Boice-Cope Park for six months, with a $500/month stipend and free campsite utilities
• Approve use of opioid settlement funds for an unspecified purchase
• Approve transfer of employee C. Harwell
• Approve amending duties and pay for employee Z. Van Zelf
• Approve minutes from the September 16 special meeting and September 19 business meeting

The Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including a camp host agreement and rural addressing transfers. The Board also moved the next scheduled meeting to October 16 at 2:00 p.m. A show cause hearing resulted in a unanimous decision to proceed with an abatement to be executed within 30 days.

• Approved Minutes for Special Meeting (Sept 16) and Business Meeting (Sept 19)
• Approved Camp Host Agreement for W. Dahl
• Approved Opioid Fund Purchase
• Approved employee transfer for C. Harwell
• Approved amending duties and pay for Z. Van Zelf
• Approved transferring rural address duties to Surveyor
• Rescheduled next meeting to October 16 at 2:00 p.m.
• Approved abatement to be executed within 30 days via show cause hearing

Show Cause Hearing

The Board of Commissioners will hold a show cause hearing to consider code violations at 18835 Montbretia Lane in Brookings, Oregon. The violations cited include sections 6.01.030(1)(b), (e), (f), and (g).

• Show cause hearing for code violations at 18835 Montbretia Lane
• Cited violations: 6.01.030(1)(b), (e), (f), (g)

Business Meeting

The board will hold a public hearing on six annexations into rural fire protection districts (Vigh, Griffith, LaBonte, Budak). They will also discuss a salary freeze for Lt. Jeremy Krohn and a request to over-hire corrections deputy positions. Consent agenda includes approval of a $30,000 aquatic safety grant and a Constitution Week proclamation.

• Public hearing on six rural fire protection district annexations (Vigh, Griffith, LaBonte, Budak x3)
• Discussion and possible action on salary freeze for Lt. Jeremy Krohn
• Discussion and possible action on corrections deputy over-hire positions
• Consent agenda includes $30,000 Oregon State Marine Board grant for Aquatic Safety Program
• Consent agenda includes resolution proclaiming Constitution Week (Sept. 15–21)

The Board of Commissioners approved six petitions for annexation into Rural Fire Protection Districts. They also passed a resolution clarifying ownership of structures at the Curry County Fairgrounds. The Board agreed to create a letter of support for Jackson County's effort to repeal Senate Bills 762 and 780.

• Approved six annexation petitions into Rural Fire Protection Districts (BOC 24-28 through 24-33)
• Approved Resolution clarifying ownership of structures at Curry County Fairgrounds
• Approved Consent Agenda including hires of T. Donaldson and L. Easlon
• Approved amendment to Oregon State Marine Board Contract for Aquatic Safety
• Approved Aquatic Safety grant
• Agreed to draft a unique letter of support for Jackson County to repeal Senate Bills 762 and 780

Board Of Commissioners

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting with a single discussion/action item: releasing K9 D'Arvit to the dog's former handler. Public comments will be accepted. No other substantive business is scheduled.

• Discussion on releasing K9 D'Arvit to previous handler

The Board of Commissioners met for a special session to discuss the release of a K9. The board unanimously approved the release of liability for K9 D’Arvit to Timothy King.

• Approved release of liability of K9 D’Arvit to Timothy King (unanimous)

Board Of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet for a special session to discuss public safety. No other specific action items are listed on the agenda.

• Public Safety Discussion

The Board discussed using opioid funds to support city police agencies that have compensated for a lack of Sheriff patrol. The Board directed Chair Alcorn and Director of County Operations Fitzgerald to draft proposals for municipalities regarding fund amounts and usage.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Directed Chair Alcorn and Director Fitzgerald to draft proposals to municipalities for the use of opioid funds

Business Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider appropriating the FY 24-25 budget for the Curry County Public Transit Service District. The meeting includes decisions on a veterans' grant and a contract for land use planning services.

• Appropriation of $1,792,570 for the Curry County Public Transit Service District FY 24-25 budget
• Acceptance of a $5,000 grant from the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs for suicide prevention activities
• Contract with Western Investments LLC for Planning Clearance review at a flat fee of $200.00 per review
• Approval of a bid for the Fairgrounds Arena Roof
• Appointment of the Board Chair as back-up signatory authority for County financial accounts

The Board of Commissioners approved the replacement of the fairgrounds arena roof and a contract with Western Investments LLC for planning clearance processing. The board also approved the FY 24-25 CCPTD budget and a grant for Veterans Services. A special meeting regarding public safety was scheduled for September 6, 2024.

• Approved fair board recommendation for arena roof replacement (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Western Investments LLC for planning clearance processing (unanimous)
• Approved CCPTD Budget FY 24-25 (unanimous)
• Approved Grant Award for Veterans Services (unanimous)
• Approved secondary signatory on Finance Accounts (unanimous)
• Proclaimed September as Suicide Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Del Norte Performing Art Center (unanimous)
• Motioned to send notice to owner of 18835 Montbretia Lane for nuisance ordinance hearing

Business Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will consider using opioid settlement funds for the Sheriff's Department, including a professional services contract. They will also vote on a consent agenda covering credit card approvals, personnel changes, job description adoptions, and committee appointments. A citizen of the month service award and routine updates from county officials are also on the agenda.

• Opioid funds use for Sheriff's Department with a professional services contract (no dollar amount provided)
• Approve $10,000 credit card for Finance Director Kiena Wolf
• Approve $5,000 credit card for Emergency Manager Jeffery Hughes
• Promote Nick Ensley to Sergeant I at $5,676/month
• Approve job descriptions for Cost Accountant, SR Accounting Clerk, Victim Assistance Program Director

The Board of Commissioners approved a professional services contract with Mary Pierce regarding the use of opioid funds. Commissioners also authorized the release of liability for a retired K9 and scheduled an executive session to discuss potential lawsuits related to the Sheriff's Department.

• Approved professional services contract between the County and Mary Pierce (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including personnel promotions, job descriptions, and appointments (unanimous)
• Approved release of liability for retired K9 to previous handler Zane VanZelf
• Authorized Commissioner Trost to meet with local insurance agencies regarding Wild Fire Mapping Project
• Scheduled Executive Session for September 4, 2024, at 4:30PM to discuss potential suits against the County

Business Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will discuss placing an advisory question on the November ballot regarding wind turbine development and consider a 180-day moratorium on short-term rentals. A public hearing is scheduled for eight property annexations into rural fire protection districts. The consent agenda includes approval of updated septic fees, employee transfers, and intergovernmental agreements.

• Advisory question for November ballot on wind turbine development
• 180-day halt on short-term rentals
• Updated septic fees approval
• Eight property annexations into rural fire protection districts
• Multiple employee hires and transfers including Sheriff's Department

The Board of Commissioners approved a 180-day halt on new short-term rental applications and placed an advisory question regarding wind turbine development on the November 2024 ballot. They also approved eight rural fire protection district annexations and updated several personnel and administrative items via the consent agenda.

• Approved placing wind turbine development advisory question on November 2024 Ballot (unanimous)
• Approved 180-day halt on new short-term rental applications effective August 8, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved eight petitions for annexations into Rural Fire Protection Districts (BOC 24-19 through 24-26) (unanimous)
• Adopted Order requiring Planning Commission to review and determine all Variance applications (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Shala Kudlac to Fair Board Position #7 through December 31, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of back-up A/C system for IT Server Room (unanimous)
• Approved updated septic fees (unanimous)
• Approved IGAs with Douglas County and Oregon Health Authority regarding Juvenile services (unanimous)

Board Of Commissioners

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve the sale of an equipped K-9 vehicle to neighboring Josephine County. The agenda includes one action item: the vehicle sale, with supporting information provided. Public comments will be accepted.

• Sale of equipped K-9 vehicle to Josephine County

The Board of Commissioners approved the meeting agenda. The discussion regarding the sale of an equipped K-9 vehicle to Josephine County was postponed until after a workshop on July 31, 2024.

• Approved the agenda (unanimous)
• Postponed decision on sale of equipped K-9 vehicle to Josephine County

Business Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding the annexation of 10 individual parcels into Rural Fire Protection Districts. The body will also discuss ODOT legislation and public safety updates.

• Public hearings for 10 annexation packets into Rural Fire Protection Districts (Harpole, Connor, Bove, Edgar, Teague, Turner, Crumley, Taylor, and Wykoff)
• Discussion on ODOT legislation regarding road funds
• Approval of Annual Operating Plan
• Hiring of P. Foley as Deputy District Attorney
• Employee transfers for Graysan Brown and Victoria James

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved 10 petitions for annexation into rural fire protection districts. The Board also approved a consent agenda including a deputy district attorney hire and road striping bids. Discussions were held regarding ODOT legislation and public safety staffing.

• Approved BOC Annexations No 24-09 through 24-18 (unanimous)
• Approved hire of P. Foley as Deputy District Attorney (unanimous)
• Approved Annual Road Striping Bid Award (unanimous)
• Approved Annual Operating Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Coos Curry Electric and Humboldt Area Foundation grants for aquatic safety (unanimous)
• Approved Intergovernmental Services Agreement Contract (unanimous)
• Agreed to further investigate a proposed funding solution for public safety (unanimous)

Budget Committee Meeting

The Curry County Budget Committee will meet for a general discussion and update. Keina Wolf, the Finance Director, is scheduled to lead this discussion. No specific budget decisions or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• General update from Finance Director Keina Wolf

Budget Committee Meeting

The committee will review new information regarding funds requested for use in the FY24-25 budget. The meeting also includes a period for public comments and agenda approval.

• Review of funds requested for the FY24-25 budget

Workshop At 2PM CANCELED

The administrative workshop scheduled for July 10, 2024, was canceled. The agenda included a follow-up discussion on annual priorities.

• Annual Priorities Discussion Workshop Follow-Up

Board Of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved an emergency ordinance to establish a Curry Amateur Radio Emergency Services committee. Other actions included approving a new fee schedule and designating county-owned properties as park lands.

• Approved emergency ordinance establishing Curry Amateur Radio Emergency Services committee (unanimous)
• Approved department fee schedule (2-1)
• Approved designation of county-owned properties as county park lands (unanimous)
• Approved request for proposals for 2019-2020 audit (unanimous)
• Approved draft for Rogue River Fisheries Restoration to be sent to Josephine and Jackson Counties (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of two Safety Committee Members (unanimous)
• Approved Task Order #16 for Six Year Road Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Approved fifth amendment to Communications Facility Sublease (unanimous)

Workshop

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss a funding solution with Coos County. The agenda contains no other substantive items for discussion.

• Funding solution discussion with Coos County

Business Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will discuss the designation of enforcement for the county building code and a BOEM resolution. The agenda also includes approving employee transfers and the 2024-25 master payroll.

• Designation of enforcement for Curry County Building Code
• BOEM discussion regarding Resolution R2024-03
• Transfer of Lacinda “Cindy” Harwell to Permit Technician II
• Approval of 24-25 Master Payroll
• 15-year service award for Vicki Scott

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a discussion regarding the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget. This item is for discussion only.

• FY 24-25 Budget (discussion only)

Board Of Commissioners

The Board will act on resolutions to adopt the $64,907,520.00 county budget and property tax rates. The agenda also includes an order regarding position eliminations and updates to department fee schedules.

• Adoption of $64,907,520.00 Curry County 2024-2025 fiscal year budget
• Property tax rate resolution of $0.5996 per $1,000 of assessed value
• $1,275,553.00 budget adoption for 4-H and Extension Service District
• Order regarding the elimination of positions
• Updates to Planning Department and Animal Services fee schedules

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will hold a discussion regarding the fiscal year 2024-25 budget. This item is designated for discussion only.

• FY 24-25 Budget discussion

Business Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss proposed revisions to the county code regarding marijuana retail sales tax and transient lodging tax. A public hearing is scheduled for six annexations into the Ophir Rural Fire Protection District. The board will also consider updates to fee schedules for the Sheriff’s Office and Fairgrounds.

• Public hearing for six Ophir Rural Fire Protection District annexations
• Proposed marijuana retail sales tax code revisions
• Proposed transient lodging tax code revisions
• Updates to Fairgrounds and Event Center fee schedule
• Updates to Sheriff’s Office fee schedule

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will hold discussions regarding the FY 24-25 Budget and the County Fee Schedule. All items on this agenda are designated for discussion only.

• FY 24-25 Budget discussion
• County Fee Schedule discussion

Budget Committee Meeting Continued

This meeting is a continuation of the June 10, 2024, Budget Committee meeting. The committee will review new information regarding funds requested for use in the FY24-25 budget.

• Review of new information regarding funds requested to be used in the FY24-25 Budget

Board Of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss and consider updates to the county's department fee schedule. The proposed changes include new rates for various services, including copies, permits, and animal-related fees.

• New $2.00 per page fee for color copies
• New $0.75 fee for 11" x 17" copies
• Updated animal licensing and violation fees
• Revised structural permit fees based on project valuation

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved an updated County Fee Schedule. The new fees will take effect on July 1, 2024.

• Approved updated County Fee Schedule effective July 1, 2024 (unanimous)

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a discussion regarding the Fiscal Year 24-25 budget. This item is scheduled for discussion only.

• FY 24-25 Budget (Discussion Only)

Business Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will receive a pre-fire season briefing from the Emergency Manager. The meeting includes discussions regarding emergency management performance grants and temporary employment agreements. Several administrative items, including department grants and personnel changes, are also on the agenda.

• Pre-fire season briefing by the Emergency Manager
• Application for the Emergency Management Performance Grant
• Approval of three grants for the Juvenile Department
• Purchase of shoplifts for the Road Department
• Approval of a $5,000 credit card limit for Teresa Hughes

The Board unanimously approved a consent agenda including personnel changes, grants for the Juvenile Department, and equipment for the Road Department. The Board also approved an application for the fiscal year 2024-2025 Emergency Management Performance Grant.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous), including: Minutes for May 16, 2024, Credit Card for T. Hughes, Finance and Human Resources Director job description amendment, Three Rivers Foundation Grant for Juvenile Department, Allcare Health Grant for Juvenile Department, Humboldt Area Foundation Grant for Juvenile Department, Personnel Rules Article 13 amendment, Promotion of G. Brown to Permit Technician II, and purchase of shop lifts for Road Department
• Approved application and acceptance of Emergency Management Performance Grant for fiscal year 2024-2025 (unanimous)

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners agenda for May 23, 2024, lists a single item: a discussion on the county law enforcement levy. The document cites state open-meeting notice requirements but provides no specific proposals, dollar figures, or voting actions. Because the provided text is limited to this procedural listing, further details on the levy amount or community impact are not available in the record.

• Discussion of the county law enforcement levy

Budget Committee Meeting

The Curry County Budget Committee will discuss the proposed fiscal year 2024-25 budget. The agenda does not list specific dollar amounts, contracts, or final votes for this session. This discussion outlines how county operations and public services may be funded in the coming year. Residents may submit written comments or speak during a designated three-minute public comment period.

• Discussion of the fiscal year 2024-25 county budget (no specific figures listed)
• Public comment period open to residents
• Standard procedural items only; no contracts, ordinances, or fee changes detailed

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners agenda lists a discussion of the County Law Enforcement Levy for May 16, 2024. No specific dollar amounts or voting items are detailed in this notice. This levy funds local police and sheriff operations that serve county residents.

• Discussion of the County Law Enforcement Levy (agenda lists only a discussion; no amounts or proposals provided)

Business Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that includes allocating $500,000 in American Rescue Plan funds to the County Clerk’s office for digital record restoration following an April 2023 cyber-attack. The board will also consider an internal employee transfer and hold a public hearing on annexation into a Special District. Staff and commissioners will provide updates on road department processes, fairgrounds operations, and upcoming tax levy discussions.

• Approve $500,000 transfer of ARP funds to the County Clerk’s office for digital record restoration after an April 2023 cyber-attack
• Approve internal transfer of Lucinda “Cindy” Harwell from Building Permit Technician II to Planner effective May 7, 2024
• Hold public hearing on annexation into a Special District
• Review Director of County Operations update covering road department streamlining and fairgrounds maintenance

The Board of Commissioners approved the hiring of a new Fairgrounds and Event Center Manager and the annexation of a property into the Gold Beach, Wedderburn Protection District. The board also approved a letter of opposition to proposed OSHA rules.

• Approved petition for annexation of 27861 Hunter Creek Road into Gold Beach, Wedderburn Protection District (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Teresa Hughes as Fairgrounds and Event Center Manager (unanimous)
• Approved letter of opposition for OSHA Compliance Rules (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Trost as liaison on the Regional Solutions Southern District (consensus)
• Approved April 26, 2024 Special Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 1, 2024 Business Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved transfer for ARP Funds (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of employee L. Harwell (unanimous)

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will discuss the county law enforcement levy at its May 9 meeting. The agenda lists only a general public notice for this discussion and contains no specific dollar amounts, proposed changes, or voting items. Official records are available through the county.

• Discussion of the Curry County law enforcement levy

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners agenda lists one item for the May 2, 2024 meeting: a discussion regarding a county law enforcement levy. The notice does not include specific dollar amounts, proposed rates, or formal votes. This type of levy typically funds local sheriff and police operations.

• Discussion of a county law enforcement levy (agenda provides no specific figures or proposals)

Budget Committee Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners’ Budget Committee will discuss the fiscal year 2024–2025 budget. Reviewing this document determines how county funds are allocated for local services and operations in the coming year. The agenda lists only a discussion item; no specific dollar amounts, allocations, or formal votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of the FY 24-25 county budget

Business Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will review and potentially approve a contract with Kofile Technologies to image and index historical county records for the Clerk’s office. The board will also consider an order appointing a member to the local Fair Board. Other agenda items include operational updates from county staff, elected official reports, and a closed executive session.

• Contract review for Kofile Technologies to digitize and index historical county records
• Public comment period on a Fair Board appointment order and application
• Director of County Operations update covering planning staff, fairgrounds maintenance, and airport road leases
• Commissioner updates regarding law enforcement levy town halls and local viewpoint meetings
• Executive session scheduled under ORS 192.660(2)()

The Board of Commissioners appointed Nicholas Vicino as County Treasurer and Lynne Dewald to the Fair Board. The board also approved a records contract with Kofile.

• Appointed Nicholas Vicino as County Treasurer (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Kofile for image and indexing records in the County Clerks Office (unanimous)
• Appointed Lynne Dewald to Fair Board Position #2 for a term expiring December 31, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved April 18, 2024 Business Meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board Of Commissioners

The Curry County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting on April 26, 2024. The main discussion and action item is to approve a CAFFA grant, with supporting materials located on page 39 of the agenda packet. The board will also convene an executive session under Oregon Revised Statute 192.660(2)() and accept public comments limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Approve CAFFA grant (detailed on page 39)
• Executive session under ORS 192.660(2)()
• Public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker

The Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to address a single action item. The board unanimously approved a grant application to maintain a funding resource for the county.

• Approved CAFFA Grant application (unanimous)

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners has scheduled a discussion on the county law enforcement levy for April 25, 2024. The provided agenda lists no specific funding figures, proposed adjustments, or formal votes. This meeting will cover how local law enforcement is funded before any official action occurs.

• Discussion on the county law enforcement levy

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will discuss right-of-way coordination with ODOT and review a county law enforcement levy. Both items are listed as discussions, meaning no votes or formal decisions are scheduled for this meeting. The agenda does not provide specific details on how these topics will affect residents.

• Right-of-way discussion with ODOT
• County law enforcement levy discussion

Business Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will vote on establishing a new forestry department and a road advisory committee. They will also discuss revisions to the Ambulance Service Code, Article Two, Section One, including multiple past amendments and exceptions. Routine personnel actions, employee reclassifications, and an SHSP grant award are scheduled for approval via the consent agenda.

• Approve creation of a Curry County Forestry Department
• Establish a Curry County Road Advisory Committee
• Discuss revisions to the Ambulance Service Code, Article Two, Section One
• Reclassify Adali Pitman to Veterans’ Services Officer/Grant Administrator
• Award SHSP Grant and hire Appraiser Trainee Maxwell

The Board of Commissioners created a new Forestry Department and a Road Advisory Committee. The Board also directed counsel to amend the Ambulance Service Code and approved a support letter for Beacon Broadband.

• Established the Curry County Forestry Department (unanimous)
• Established the Curry County Road Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Directed counsel to prepare amendments to the Ambulance Service Code for franchise extensions (unanimous)
• Approved support letter for Beacon Broadband (Herzog recused)
• Approved Consent Agenda including April 3 minutes, two employee reclassifications, and SHSP Grant award (unanimous)

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners agenda lists one item for its April 17, 2024 meeting: a discussion on the county law enforcement levy. The provided notice contains no dollar amounts, specific proposals, or voting details. Any approved changes would affect local police funding and services in Curry County.

• County Law Enforcement Levy Discussion

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners has placed a county law enforcement levy on the agenda for discussion at its April 16, 2024 meeting. The document cites state open-meeting notice requirements but does not include a specific proposal, dollar amount, or vote schedule. No final decision is recorded in this agenda.

• County law enforcement levy discussion

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners has scheduled a discussion on a county law enforcement levy for this meeting. This agenda functions as a procedural notice listing only one item, with no votes or final decisions recorded. No dollar amounts, specific rates, or project details are provided in the document.

• County Law Enforcement Levy Discussion (cited under ORS 192.640(1))

Public Hearing

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on April 11, 2024 to review allegations that two dogs wounded or chased livestock near Brookings. After listening to testimony, the board may assess penalties or take other action under state law. This proceeding determines whether local enforcement actions are warranted against the animals’ owners.

• Public hearing on April 11 at 10:00 a.m. regarding two dogs allegedly harming livestock in Brookings
• Board may assess penalties or take action per ORS 609.158 and ORS 609.162 guidelines
• Hearing location: Curry County Annex Building, 97235 Moore Street, Gold Beach, OR

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners has one scheduled topic for its April 4, 2024 meeting: a discussion on a county law enforcement levy. The provided agenda does not list specific proposals, dollar amounts, or voting actions. Details on any decisions will be available in the official meeting minutes or recordings.

• Discussion of a county law enforcement levy (no details provided)

Business Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will discuss proposed changes to the county building code, which sets local construction standards, and a new community development module for Caselle that outlines regional planning goals. The board will also review financial internal controls to ensure proper management of county funds. Additionally, commissioners will vote on routine consent items, including appointments to the Coos Curry Douglas Business Development Corporation and an updated agenda policy.

• Curry County Building Code Revision (first reading/ordinance discussion)
• Caselle Community Development Module proposal review
• Financial Internal Controls policy update
• Approve CCD Business Development Corporation appointments for terms expiring July 1, 2025
• Approve Camp Host Agreement with Boice-Cope Park

The Board of Commissioners approved amendments to the County Building Code and accepted a proposal from Caselle for a Community Development Module. A new Financial Internal Controls Policy was adopted, and several appointments were made. Treasurer Barnes announced their resignation effective April 30.

• Approved CCD Business Development Corporation Appointments (Unanimous)
• Approved Updated Agenda Policy (Unanimous)
• Approved Boice-Cope Camp Host Agreement (Unanimous)
• Appointed John Hart as Lay Member on LPSCC
• Approved Ordinance amending Article Two, Division Eight of the Building Code (Unanimous)
• Accepted Caselle proposal for Community Development Module purchase (Unanimous)
• Approved Financial Internal Controls Policy (Unanimous)
• Consensus reached to allow Commissioner Trost to resume position on Allcare board

Executive Session

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will meet in Gold Beach for a closed executive session. Oregon law permits this session so the board can consult with its attorney regarding current or anticipated litigation. This agenda contains only procedural notice language and the executive session; no public business items are scheduled.

• Executive session under ORS 192.660(2)(H) to consult with county attorney on current or likely litigation
• Standard public notice regarding Oregon open meeting laws

BOC - DCO Meeting

The provided agenda lists a single item: a discussion of the county law enforcement levy and a citation of state public notice requirements. No specific proposals, dollar amounts, or decisions are detailed in the text. The meeting will address local law enforcement funding matters.

• County law enforcement levy discussion

Joint BOC/Planning Workshop

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will hold a planning workshop to discuss an update to the TSP. The agenda lists only this discussion item and does not schedule any votes or binding decisions. Meeting items may be taken out of sequence to accommodate staff availability.

• Discussion of the TSP Update

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will meet on March 21, 2024, for a public session. The posted agenda is brief and lists only one item: a discussion regarding the county law enforcement levy. No specific dollar amounts or proposed changes are included in this notice. Oregon public meeting statutes require advance written notice to list anticipated subjects before further deliberation.

• County law enforcement levy discussion

Business Meeting - 4:00PM

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will discuss and vote on several policy and financial matters at its March 21, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes a fiscal year 2024 budget revision resolution, proposed building code changes, and a rate increase for the Curry Transfer and Recycling facility. Commissioners will also review a new social media policy alongside routine consent items.

• FY24 Budget Revision Resolution (public hearing)
• Curry County Building Code Revision Ordinance (public hearing)
• Curry Transfer and Recycling rate increase proposal (public hearing)
• Boice-Cope Park host contract for Leslie Newman ($500 monthly stipend plus RV space)
• Chip seal aggregate and oil contracts with Tidewater Contractors and Albina Asphalt

The Board of Commissioners approved a 3.08% rate increase for Curry Transfer and Recycling. They also passed a budget revision resolution and approved a resolution regarding offshore wind energy. The first reading of additions to the Curry County Building Code was approved by title only.

• Approved 3.08% Curry Transfer and Recycling rate increase effective April 1, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading by title only for Curry County Building Code additions (unanimous)
• Approved FY24 Budget Revision Resolution (unanimous)
• Approved BOEM Resolution for offshore wind energy (unanimous)
• Approved March 6, 2024 Business Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Boice-Cope Park host contract (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Plumbing Inspector (unanimous)
• Approved AirMedCare Payroll Deduction Agreement renewal (unanimous)

Public Hearings beginning

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to discuss an allegation that a dog harmed livestock. Under Curry County Code 4.01.170, the board must make a determination before any impounded dog can be released.

• Public hearing on dog injuring livestock allegation

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is scheduled to hold a discussion regarding the County Law Enforcement Levy. No other specific agenda items are listed for this meeting.

• County Law Enforcement Levy Discussion

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will hold a discussion regarding the County Law Enforcement Levy. This is the only item listed on the provided agenda.

• County Law Enforcement Levy discussion

Business Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a proposed land trade with a private party and review related maps. They also plan to consider an ordinance adopting a division of the County Code. The agenda includes several personnel actions, including employee reclassifications and promotions.

• Proposal for land trade with a private party
• Ordinance adopting a division of County Code
• Reclassification of PIO/Grant Manager position
• Adoption of Fairgrounds & Event Center Manager position description
• Promotion of B. Nelson to Appraiser I

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a land trade with a private party and adopted Article One, Division Nineteen of the Curry County Code. The board also approved several personnel changes and proclaimed March 2024 as Red Cross Month.

• Approved land trade with private party (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance adopting Article One, Division Nineteen of Curry County Code (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution proclaiming March 2024 as Red Cross Month (unanimous)
• Approved February 22, 2024 Business Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of PIO/Grant Manager (unanimous)
• Approved Position Description for Fairgrounds & Event Center Manager (unanimous)
• Approved Position Description for Economic Development Assistant (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of B. Nelson to Appraiser I (unanimous)

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will hold a discussion regarding the County Law Enforcement Levy. No other specific agenda items are listed in the provided text.

• County Law Enforcement Levy discussion

Budget Committee Meeting

The Budget Committee will meet to introduce a new committee member and receive a presentation from Finance Director Keina Wolf. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding reconciliation updates.

• Introduction of new Budget Committee member
• Presentation by Finance Director Keina Wolf
• Reconciliation update discussion

Business Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider a contract for land use planning services and the purchase of a Lobster Creek generator. A public hearing is scheduled regarding a landowner petition for annexation and updated surveyor fees. The agenda also includes several personnel hires and job description approvals.

• Public hearing for a landowner petition for annexation
• Purchase of a generator for Lobster Creek
• Contract for land use planning services
• Hiring Cory Southern as Code Compliance Officer at $4,705 per month
• Review of updated surveyor fees

The Board of Commissioners approved a $16,005 generator for Lobster Creek Campground and a contract for as-needed land use planning services. The Board also approved a Letter of Commitment for Deflection Programs and several personnel actions via the consent agenda.

• Approved $16,005 generator purchase from Blue Start Gas for Lobster Creek Campground (Unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with Pacific Geographic and Consultants, Inc for land use planning services through June 30, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Commitment for Deflection Programs (Unanimous)
• Denied LPSCC Member applicant due to eligibility and ordered vacancy to be posted (Unanimous)
• Agreed to trial a 4:00 p.m. meeting time for the March 21 Business Meeting
• Approved hiring Code Compliance Officer C. Southern (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring Senior Department Specialist C. Adams (Unanimous)
• Rescinded Resolution 2023-14 (Unanimous)

Workshop

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing the Community Development Code Compliance Program Policy and Procedures Manual. The workshop also includes discussions regarding updates to the Curry County Building Code and the Building Division Fee Schedule, including justifications for proposed fee changes.

• Community Development Code Compliance Program Policy & Procedures Manual
• Curry County Building Code updates
• Building Division Fee Schedule updates
• Proposed fee change justification

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners is meeting for a workshop focused on land use planning. The agenda lists this single subject, with no other items specified. The meeting is open to additional topics as permitted by Oregon law.

• Workshop on land use planning

Business Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a proposal for land use regarding Airport Road in Port Orford. The meeting also includes several personnel actions and an agreement with ODOT.

• Land use proposal for Airport Road, Port Orford
• Curry Transportation Agreement with ODOT (#35637)
• IT Specialist I position description adoption
• Transfer of T. Ringulet to IT Department

The Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including several new hires and ODOT agreements. They also directed the Director of County Operations to begin replanting on the south side of Airport Road lots in Port Orford.

• Approved Consent Agenda including hiring Finance Director K. Wolf and PIO/Grant Manager V. Early (unanimous)
• Approved IT Specialist job description and CIO title change (unanimous)
• Approved Curry Transportation and Maintenance Services Agreements with ODOT (unanimous)
• Directed Director of County Operations to begin replanting South Side of Airport Road lots (unanimous)
• Directed Director of County Operations to research grants for Airport Road North side and continue MOU with Port Orford School District for workforce housing (unanimous)
• Cancelled February 20, 2024 Budget Meeting (unanimous)
• Scheduled Code Compliance Workshop for February 21, 2024 (unanimous)

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is scheduled to hold a discussion regarding recent survey results. No other specific items or decisions are listed on the agenda for this meeting.

• Discussion about Survey Results

The Board of Commissioners reviewed survey results, demographics, and the process used for a levy. The board discussed messaging and coordination with local partners, but no formal actions were taken.

Workshop - Port Orford

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss options for the 34-acre Airport Road property in Sixes. The discussion follows a previous timber sale contract with CLR Timber Holdings and aims to gather public input on the land's future.

• Discussion regarding the future of the 34-acre Airport Road property
• Presentation on Airport Road land use by resident Ashley Moore
• Review of timber sale contract details for the Airport Road sale

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to address their established goals and objectives. The agenda contains no other specific items for discussion or decision.

The meeting consisted of discussions regarding current county priorities, finances, and existing board goals. No formal motions were made or votes taken during the session.

Business Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the allocation of opioid settlement funds and related purchases for the Sheriff's Office. The agenda also includes a vehicle sale/purchase for the Juvenile department and several personnel actions.

• Allocation of Opioid Settlement Funding
• Purchase of 2024 Dodge Durango for Juvenile department
• Sheriff's Office purchase of MailSecur Scanner from Command Sourcing
• Hire of Heather and Enrique Martinez as Building and Ground Custodians
• IT Contract with Gold Beach Police Department

The Board of Commissioners approved several expenditures and plans using opioid settlement funding for the Sheriff's and Juvenile Departments. The board also appointed three members to the Fair Board and approved an IT services agreement with the Gold Beach Police Department.

• Approved $190,101.00 in opioid settlement funding for the Sheriff's Office (unanimous)
• Approved Opioid Settlement Plan for the Juvenile Department (unanimous)
• Approved interdepartmental transfer of 2023 Dodge 1500 to Building Department for $35,000.00 and purchase of 2024 Dodge Durango for $41,362.00 (unanimous)
• Appointed Ida Swank, Ezekiel Harms, and Samantha Roberts to the Fair Board (unanimous)
• Approved IT Services Agreement for the Police Department between the County and City of Gold Beach (unanimous)
• Approved MOU for Battery and Microgrid Project Scoping with CCEC (unanimous)
• Adopted Democratic Rules of Order (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including personnel hires, re-classifications, and amended master payroll (unanimous)

POSTPONED Workshop - Port Orford

The postponed January 17 workshop focuses on discussing options for the 34-acre Airport Road property in Sixes. The Board seeks public input regarding the future of the land following a timber sale contract with CLR Timber Holdings.

• Discussion on Airport Road property timber sale and future use
• Presentation on Airport Road land use proposal by resident Ashley Moore
• Review of 34-acre property located across from Pacific High School

BOC - DCO Meeting

The Curry County Board of Commissioners will discuss opioid funding, adopt rules of order, set commissioner goals, review county finances, and address other matters.

• Discussion on opioid funding
• Adoption of Rules of Order
• Setting Commissioner Goals for the year

The Board of Commissioners met to discuss opioid funding recommendations, draft Rules of Order, and annual goals. No formal motions were made and no substantive decisions were reached during the meeting.

Business Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the 2024 term. The agenda also includes a discussion on jail inspection findings and an intergovernmental agreement with the Port of Brookings-Harbor.

• Election of 2024 Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion regarding jail inspection findings
• Approval of intergovernmental agreement with Port of Brookings-Harbor
• Approval of temporary pay increase for Chuck Gage from $28.63 to $30.04 per hour
• Approval of updated County employment application

The Board of Commissioners appointed its leadership for 2024 and approved an intergovernmental agreement with the Port of Brookings-Harbor. The board also approved an updated county employment application and a temporary pay increase for C. Gage.

• Appointed Brad Alcorn as Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed John Herzog as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved December 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Meeting Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved temporary pay increase for C. Gage (unanimous)
• Approved updated Curry County employment application (unanimous)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Port of Brookings-Harbor (unanimous)