Josephine County public meetings in 2025

10 a.m. Appointment of County Commissioner

The Board of Commissioners will meet to fill a vacancy for Commissioner Position 1. The session includes interviews and the final appointment for the role.

• Interviews for Josephine County Commissioner Vacancy Position 1
• Appointment for Josephine County Commissioner Position 1

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for an administration workshop to review department business. The session includes discussions on service contracts and several personnel requisitions for Public Works and the District Attorney's office.

• Xiologix.com contract for $49,438.62
• Oregon Youth Authority Intergovernmental Agreement No. 15549 for $27,550.29
• Personnel requisitions for Deputy District Attorney I and Cost Accounting Coordinator
• New temporary and permanent positions for Public Works
• Josephine County Airports Advisory Board Bylaws

10 a.m. Appointment of County Commissioner**CANCELED**

The meeting scheduled for December 30, 2025, to conduct interviews and appoint a person to Josephine County Commissioner Position 1 was canceled.

• Interviews for Josephine County Commissioner Vacancy Position 1
• Appointment for Josephine County Commissioner Position 1

10 a.m. Appointment of County Commissioner**CANCELED**

The meeting scheduled for December 29, 2025, to conduct interviews and appoint a Josephine County Commissioner for Position 1 was canceled.

10 a.m. Appointment of County Commissioner

The Board of Commissioners will meet to fill a vacancy for Commissioner Position 1. The session includes interviews and the formal appointment of a new member.

• Interviews for Josephine County Commissioner Vacancy Position 1
• Appointment for Josephine County Commissioner Position 1

11:30 a.m. Appointment of County Commissioner

The Board of Commissioners will meet to fill a vacancy for Commissioner Position 1. The session includes interviews and the formal appointment of a new member.

• Interviews for Josephine County Commissioner Vacancy Position 1
• Appointment for Josephine County Commissioner Position 1

11 a.m. Commissioner and Elected Officials Meeting**CANCELED**

The Commissioner and Elected Officials Meeting scheduled for December 19, 2025, was canceled. The agenda had listed a discussion and appointment for Commissioner Position 1.

• Discussion regarding Commissioner Vacancy Position Number 1
• Appointment for Josephine County Commissioner Position 1

10 a.m. Appointment of County Commissioner

The Board of Commissioners will meet to fill a vacancy for Commissioner Position 1. The session includes interviews and the subsequent appointment of a candidate.

• Interviews for Josephine County Commissioner Vacancy Position 1
• Appointment for Josephine County Commissioner Position 1

10 a.m. Appointment of County Commissioner

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to fill a vacancy for Commissioner Position 1. The session includes interviews and the subsequent appointment of a candidate.

• Interviews for Josephine County Commissioner Vacancy Position 1
• Appointment for Josephine County Commissioner Position 1

10 a.m. Appointment of County Commissioner

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will meet to fill a vacancy on the board. The session includes interviews and the formal appointment for Commissioner Position 1.

• Interviews for Josephine County Commissioner Vacancy Position 1
• Appointment for Josephine County Commissioner Position 1

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is holding an administration workshop to discuss legal updates, property offers, and various department expenditures. The body will review personnel changes and the 2026 weekly business session schedule.

• Offer to purchase County property on Winona Road (R302226)
• Databar invoice for $32,808.00
• Command Cloud Subscription Agreement for $29,865.50
• Motorola Radios purchase order for $53,332.15
• Metro Protections Services LLC contract for $12,000.00

The Board of Commissioners approved several operational contracts, including security for fairgrounds and a tracking system for the correctional system. They also authorized the sale of county property on Winona Road and approved multiple personnel requisitions and actions. A motion to reschedule the 2026 weekly business session meetings failed.

• Approved updated Administrative Policy E-05 regarding trespassing authority
• Approved Oregon Department of Energy ECAPP Application for 1000 Redwood Avenue (2-0)
• Approved offer to purchase county property on Winona Road- R302226 (2-0)
• Approved $32,808.00 Databar invoice for tax statements
• Approved Subgrant Agreement with Friends of the Children's Advocacy Center (2-0)
• Approved revision to IGA 15365A with Oregon Youth Authority
• Approved $29,865.50 Command Cloud Subscription Agreement conditional upon IT approval (2-0)
• Approved $12,000.00 Metro Protections Services LLC contract (2-0)

9 a.m. Appointment of County Commissioner

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners is meeting to fill a vacancy. The session includes interviews and the formal appointment of a person to Commissioner Position 1.

• Interviews for Josephine County Commissioner Vacancy Position Number 1
• Appointment for Josephine County Commissioner Position Number 1

1:30 p.m. General Discussion

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will meet to select an applicant for Commissioner Vacancy Position Number 1. The session also allows for the introduction of other matters for board consideration.

• Selection of applicant for Commissioner Vacancy Position Number 1

9 a.m. General Discussion

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will meet for a general discussion. The primary scheduled item is a discussion regarding the vacancy for Commissioner Position Number 1.

• Discussion of Commissioner Vacancy Position Number 1

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session***CANCELED***

The meeting scheduled for December 11, 2025, was canceled. The original agenda included a public hearing on library district annexations and administrative actions regarding 2026 meeting schedules and recreation fees.

• Public hearing: Annexation to Josephine County Community Library District (Order 2025-085) for 5.00 acres
• Board Order 2025-089: Rescheduling 2026 Regular Weekly Business Sessions
• Board Order 2025-086: Uniform procedure for setting recreation fees and setting a public hearing

1:30 p.m. County Administration Workshop **CANCELED**

The scheduled County Administration Workshop for December 9, 2025, was canceled. The provided agenda listed items for discussion including personnel actions and department contracts.

• Databar Invoice for $32,808.00
• Metro Protections Services LLC Contract for $12,000.00
• Request and Recommendation of Vehicle Purchases for Public Works
• Revision to IGA 15365A between Oregon Youth Authority and Juvenile Justice
• Board Order Number 2025-089 regarding rescheduling the 2026 Regular Weekly Business Session

1 p.m. Interviews and Appointment of County Commissioner(s) **CANCELED**

The meeting scheduled for December 8, 2025, to conduct interviews and appoint County Commissioner(s) was canceled.

3 p.m. General Discussion **CANCELED**

The General Discussion meeting scheduled for December 8, 2025, was canceled. The provided agenda is procedural and lists the session as canceled.

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a supplemental budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The board is also considering several grant agreements and service contracts for victim assistance and treatment courts.

• Public hearing: Resolution No. 2025-043, Supplemental Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
• Justice Reinvestment Program grant agreement with State of Oregon: $2,331,632.00
• Treatment Court grant agreements: $462,441.00 (Adult Drug Court), $311,295.00 (Family Treatment Court), and $63,955.00 (Mental Health Court)
• Victim Assistance Services contracts: $83,486.00 (Women’s Crisis Support Team) and $35,780.00 (Illinois Valley Safe House Alliance)
• Mobile Radio Replacement purchase request: $53,365.73

The Board approved a supplemental budget for FY 2025-2026 and several state grant agreements for treatment courts and justice reinvestment. They also approved a 3.7% COLA increase for non-union employees and a purchase for mobile radios. One proposed amendment to Administrative Policy A-04 failed for lack of a motion.

• Approved Board Order 2025-043 for FY 2025-2026 supplemental budget of $1.4M and 2.0 FTE (2-0)
• Approved 3.7% COLA increase for non-union employees (2-0)
• Approved $53,365.73 mobile radio replacement purchase (2-0)
• Approved $2,331,632.00 Justice Reinvestment Program grant (2-0)
• Approved $83,486.00 contract with Women’s Crisis Support Team (2-0)
• Approved $35,780.00 contract with Illinois Valley Safe House Alliance (2-0)
• Approved Treatment Court grants for Adult Drug Court ($462,441), Family Treatment Court ($311,295), and Mental Health Court ($63,955) (2-0)
• Failed to approve Board Order No. 2025-077 amending Administrative Policy A-04 (no motion)

9 a.m. Administration Workshop

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a County Administration Workshop. The agenda consists of procedural items and potential matters introduced by the commissioners.

• Declaration of potential conflicts of interest
• Appointment of new commissioner or commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners voted to move forward with the procedure for appointing a new commissioner. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved motion to direct staff to move forward with the process of appointing a new commissioner (3-0)

10 a.m. General Discussion

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hear presentations regarding several economic development funding requests. The board will consider requests for business retention, economic development, and community cleanup.

• Grants Pass and Josephine County Chamber of Commerce request for $5,000.00
• Patriot Solutions, LLC request for $125,00.00
• 2 Guys 1 Truck, LLC/Thrift Right Here 501C3 request for $68,145.00
• Toni Webb request for $50,000.00

The Board of Commissioners approved funding for a business survey and two development projects. One applicant was directed to re-apply in six months.

• Approved $5,000 grant to Grants Pass and Josephine County Chamber of Commerce (3-0)
• Approved $62,500 upfront payment to Patriot Solutions, LLC for a six-month initiative (3-0)
• Approved $68,145 grant to 2 Guys 1 Truck, LLC/Thrift Right Here 501C3 (2-1)
• Denied $50,000 request from Toni Webb; directed applicant to re-apply in 6 months

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Board of Commissioners is conducting an administration workshop to review department business. The session includes discussions on various contract payments, personnel changes, and the management of solid waste and nuisance abatement.

• Mental Health Services Contract Payment of $372,646.80
• Four Precision Approach Engineering invoices totaling $321,096.51
• Knife River Materials invoice of $157,891.14
• Adapt for Outpatient and Peer Services Agreement amendment of $115,137.00
• Flock Safety invoice of $33,000.00

The Board of Commissioners approved several contract payments for the Sheriff's Office, Public Works, and Airport projects. They also authorized a new legal engagement for a court case and approved various personnel actions. A proposal to move solid waste code enforcement to the Health Department was tabled for a future workshop.

• Approved $33,000 Flock Safety invoice (3-0)
• Approved $41,000 Joint Law Enforcement Operations Task Force funding (3-0)
• Approved $115,137 ADAPT Outpatient and Peer Services agreement amendment (3-0)
• Approved $372,646.80 Option for Mental Health Services payment (3-0)
• Approved Butler Ford vehicle invoices totaling $168,565.97 (3-0)
• Approved $157,891.14 Knife River Materials invoice for airport project (3-0)
• Approved four Precision Approach Engineering invoices totaling $331,796.51 (3-0)
• Approved engagement of Dunn, Carney, Allen, Higgins & Tongue LLP for legal representation

10:00 a.m. Continued Land Use Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is continuing a land use hearing regarding an appeal of a Planning Director's decision. The decision in question approved a Type II - Home Occupation for a boat manufacturing and fabrication business in a residential neighborhood.

• Appeal of Planning Director's decision for a Type II - Home Occupation boat manufacturing business
• Onsite visit of the property
• Deliberation at the Anne G. Basker Auditorium

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will discuss various department business items and personnel actions. The meeting includes reviews of multiple service contracts, equipment purchases, and grant agreements.

• Justice Reinvestment Program grant agreement in the amount of $2,331,632.00
• Oregon Department of Forestry fire protection invoice for $281,824.34
• County Network Server purchase in the amount of $65,500.56
• Axon Car and Body Camera purchase in the amount of $61,662.00
• Fairgrounds fee change request

The Board of Commissioners approved several annual software contracts, IT server upgrades, and law enforcement equipment. They also authorized payments for forestry fire protection and seedlings, and approved various personnel actions and requisitions.

• Approved Tyler Technologies contracts for Treasurer ($44,310.00) and Assessor ($68,710.00) (2-0)
• Approved Axon car and body camera purchase for $61,662.00 (2-0)
• Approved Park Place Technologies IBM server support contract for $1,189.08 (2-0)
• Approved county network server purchase for $65,500.56 (2-0)
• Approved participation in I-5 Transit Corridor Study (2-0)
• Approved Versatile Builders roof invoice for $36,140.00
• Approved Oregon Department of Forestry fire protection invoice for $281,824.34
• Approved Weyerhaeuser seedling deposits of $42,332.50 and $54,290.00

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on updating the Rural Land Development Code regarding marijuana businesses and repealing annual compliance certificates. The board will also consider several landowner petitions for annexation into the Josephine County Community Library District.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2025-003 to create Chapter 19.998 regarding marijuana businesses
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2025-004 to repeal Chapter 5.35 regarding marijuana business annual compliance certificates
• Public hearing on six landowner petitions for annexation to the Josephine County Community Library District
• Consideration of 2025-2026 VOCA and CFA Non-Competitive Grant
• Adoption of fee schedules for Board of County Commissioners, Surveyor, Public Works, Recreation, Animal Shelter, and Public Health

The Board of County Commissioners approved two ordinances updating marijuana business regulations and a board order adopting new fee schedules for various county departments. Additionally, the board approved six land annexations to the community library district and a victims assistance grant.

• Approved Board Orders 2025-059 through 2025-064 for library district annexations (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-003 updating marijuana business codes (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-004 repealing marijuana business compliance certificates (3-0)
• Approved Board Order No. 2025-074 adopting fee schedules for various county departments (3-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 VOCA and CFA Non-Competitive Grant (3-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including various committee and session minutes (3-0)

10:00 a.m. Budget Committee Meeting

The Budget Committee will conduct a public review of the FY 2025-26 mid-year Supplemental Budget. The meeting includes a presentation by the Budget Officer and a period for public comment before the committee deliberates and votes on approval.

• Review and potential approval of the FY 2025-26 mid-year Supplemental Budget

The Budget Committee approved a supplemental budget increasing the originally adopted budget by $1,401,700 and adding two full-time equivalents (FTE). The funds include allocations for a Deputy District Attorney, a School Outreach Officer, and airport runway extensions. The budget now moves to the Board of County Commissioners for adoption.

• Approved FY 2025-26 supplemental budget to increase total budget by $1,401,700 and 2 FTE (6-0)
• Approved $68,000 for one Deputy District Attorney (1 FTE)
• Approved $65,000 for one School Outreach Officer (1 FTE) using opioid settlement funds
• Approved $870,000 in intergovernmental revenue for airport runway extension
• Approved $250,000 for Fairgrounds capital improvements
• Approved $21,600 ODOT grant for Sheriff's Office radars
• Approved $22,300 for jail kitchen equipment
• Delegated approval of meeting minutes to the Board of County Commissioners (6-0)

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Board of Commissioners will discuss legal updates regarding BOLI cases and personnel policy. The workshop includes reviews of transit software renewals, solar proposals for bus stops, and various personnel actions.

• Urban Solar proposals for the Transit HUB Station and individual bus stops
• Subscription Agreement with QT Petroleum on Demand LLC for Airports
• Amendment No. 2 to the ODOT/MPO/Public Transportation Intergovernmental Agreement
• Ogletree Deakins contract extension
• BJA FY25 STOP School Violence Program Grant Application for the Sheriff's Office

The Board of Commissioners approved several transit projects, including real-time arrival displays and bus stop lighting. They also authorized a legal settlement in the Patrick Timothy Cross case and declined mediation for BOLI complaints. Various department invoices and personnel actions were approved.

• Declined mediation in BOLI cases
• Approved settlement agreement for Patrick Timothy Cross v. Josephine County Sheriff Dave Daniel
• Directed staff to conduct internal investigation of personnel policy violation
• Approved $500,000+ BJA STOP School Violence Program grant application
• Approved Community Development department office hours change
• Approved $30,884.89 North Valley Park Lift Station invoice
• Approved $48,000.00 Spare software renewal contract
• Approved $44,010.00 Urban Solar proposal for Transit HUB display units (3-0)

8 a.m. Administration Workshop

The Board of Commissioners is holding an administration workshop to discuss department business. The session includes reviews of software renewals, facility invoices, and various personnel changes.

• Justice Systems by Long invoice for $155,371.00
• Pacific Power invoice for $37,286.23
• Managed Data Detection and Response Software Renewal invoice for $49,463.12
• Geographic Information System Service Software Renewal invoice for $29,785.00
• Secretary of State invoice for $11,936.00

The Board of Commissioners approved several invoices for county operations, including jail security and IT software. They also authorized vehicle purchases for Public Works and Forestry and approved multiple personnel actions. A decision on BOLI case mediation was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved $155,371.00 Justice Systems by Long invoice for jail camera system (2-0)
• Approved $11,936.00 Secretary of State invoice for voters system maintenance (2-0)
• Approved $29,785.00 GIS software renewal invoice (2-0)
• Approved $49,463.12 Managed Data Detection and Response software renewal (2-0)
• Approved vehicle purchase invoices for Public Works and Forestry (2-0)
• Approved US Forest Service Agreement modification for Happy Camp Road chip sealing (2-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel request for Recreation Director
• Approved all listed Personnel Requisitions and Personnel Actions

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The Board will consider administrative actions, review public comments, and approve minutes from previous sessions.

• Approval of Josephine County Fair Board Minutes from August 12, 2025
• Approval of Josephine County Fair Board Minutes from September 16, 2025
• Approval of Weekly Business Session minutes from October 23, 2025

The Board of County Commissioners approved the consent calendar, which included minutes from the Josephine County Fair Board and a previous business session. Commissioners discussed homelessness, government efficiency, and the rental policy for the Anne Basker Auditorium.

• Approved Consent Calendar including Fair Board minutes (Aug 12 and Sept 16) and Oct 23 Business Session minutes (2-0)

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Board of Commissioners will conduct an administration workshop to discuss legal updates, department business, and personnel actions. The session includes reviews of several service contracts, software renewals, and appointments to county committees.

• Knife River invoice for Airports in the amount of $1,768,747.10
• GIS software renewal invoice of $29,785.00 and data response software renewal of $49,463.12
• Quitclaim Deed with Dean Davis for County Real Property R301117 at Lower Grave Creek Rd.
• Contract for Personal Services with SESPE Consulting, Inc. for Forestry
• Appointments to the Rural Planning Commission and the Josephine County Mining Advisory Committee

The Board of Commissioners approved several infrastructure contracts, including a new jail roof and airport runway work. They also authorized various personnel actions and appointments to county commissions. Several items regarding vehicle purchases and software renewals were tabled for future meetings.

• Approved $1,768,747.10 Knife River invoice for Grants Pass Airport runway extension (2-1)
• Approved contract with Pressure Point Roofing, LLC for new jail roof (3-0)
• Approved Quitclaim Deed for property at Lower Grave Creek Rd (3-0)
• Approved LCFW Amendment No. 1 for Whitehorse Park Grant (3-0)
• Approved contract for personal services with SESPE Consulting, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Wayne Lemler to Rural Planning Commission
• Approved appointment of Sarah Boemker to Mining Advisory Committee
• Approved all listed Personnel Requisitions and Personnel Actions

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will conduct first readings of two ordinances regarding marijuana business regulations. The board will also consider a payment to JB Steel and discuss county property.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 2025-003 to update Rural Land Development Code and create Chapter 19.998 for marijuana businesses
• First reading of Ordinance No. 2025-004 to repeal Chapter 5.35 regarding marijuana business annual compliance certificates
• Payment of $112,630.48 invoice to JB Steel
• Discussion of county real property at 1798 SE N Street

The Board of County Commissioners moved two ordinances regarding marijuana business regulations to a second reading. The Board also approved a payment to JB Steel and confirmed no decision has been made regarding the N Street property for a homeless facility.

• Moved Ordinance No. 2025-003 (Marijuana Businesses) to second reading (3-0)
• Moved Ordinance No. 2025-004 (Marijuana Compliance Certificates) to second reading (3-0)
• Approved JB Steel invoice payment of $112,630.48 (3-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including various committee and session minutes (3-0)

1:30 p.m. General Discussion

The Board of Commissioners will review department invoices and a large number of personnel actions. The meeting includes the appointment of two Public Works Manager positions.

• Payment to Options Mental Health for $456,496.38
• Request to increase Snell & Wilmer legal spending limit to $20,000.00
• Public Works change orders for Knife River ($50,387.60) and M&M ($23,270.47)
• Appointment of Public Works Managers for Engineering, Roads, Operations and Fleet, and Administration, Budget, and Accounting
• Personnel actions for 28 positions including new hires and step increases

The Board of County Commissioners appointed Richard Pike and Shannon Doak to Public Works management roles. The board also approved several department invoices, personnel requisitions, and a series of personnel actions including step increases and new hires.

• Appointed Richard Pike as Public Works Manager – Engineering, Roads, Operations and Fleet (3-0)
• Appointed Shannon Doak as Public Works Manager – Administration, Budget, and Accounting (3-0)
• Approved $20,000 spending limit increase for Snell & Wilmer legal counsel
• Approved $456,946.38 payment to Options Mental Health
• Approved $23,270.47 M&M change order for fuel state project
• Approved $50,387.60 Knife River change order for Grants Pass Airport water and sewer lines
• Approved personnel requisitions for Sheriff's Department, Public Health, and Human Resources
• Approved 28 personnel actions including step increases, new hires, and reclassifications

1:30 p.m. County Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will discuss administrative items, including legal updates and department business. The session includes reviewing payments for mental health services and airport infrastructure. The board will also consider the approval of the Hugo Heights Plat Map.

• Payment of $1,068,012.20 to Options for Southern Oregon Mental Health Services
• JB Steel Invoice payment of $112,630.48 for Airports
• Hugo Heights Plat Map approval
• Grants Pass Sobering Center contract payment of $55,649.94
• M&M Services LLC invoice of $36,653.77 for Public Works

The Board of Commissioners approved a clear bag policy for meetings and authorized several contracts for behavioral health, forestry, and recreation. The board also discussed a proposal from U-turn for Christ to lease county property for a managed homeless stabilization center.

• Approved Board Order No. 2025-075 implementing a clear bag policy (3-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-040 for Property Value Appeal Board appointments (3-0)
• Approved fall tree planting contract 2025PL-2 (3-0)
• Approved $36,653.77 invoice for M&M Services LLC (3-0)
• Approved power of attorney for Tamra Martin to oversee Whitehorse Park renovations (3-0)
• Approved $1,068,012.20 payment to Options for Southern Oregon Mental Health Services (3-0)
• Approved returning $154,563.88 in unused Criminal Justice Commission Grant funds to the state (3-0)
• Approved Merlin Heights Plat Map (3-0)

10 a.m. General Discussion

The Board of Commissioners will discuss filling six vacant positions across various departments. The meeting also includes a review of 16 personnel actions, including promotions, step increases, and new hires.

• Personnel requisitions for an Interim Human Resources Director
• Personnel requisitions for two Public Works Manager positions
• Personnel requisitions for a Recreation Operations Manager, Deputy - Corrections, and Transit Operator
• Promotion of the Assistant Finance Director
• Reinstatement and re-hire of Sheriff's Department staff

The Board of County Commissioners approved all presented personnel requisitions for various departments. The board also reviewed 16 personnel actions including promotions, step increases, and new hires.

• Approved personnel requisitions for Human Resources, Public Works, Recreation, Sheriff’s Department, and Transit
• Reviewed 16 personnel actions including promotions, step increases, and reclassifications

2 p.m. Land Use Hearing

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold a land use hearing. The board is considering an appeal of a Planning Director’s decision to approve a Type II Home Occupation for a boat manufacturing and fabrication business.

• Appeal of Planning Director's decision to allow boat manufacturing/fabrication in a residential neighborhood

The Board of County Commissioners heard an appeal by Grant and Andi McCarty regarding the approval of a boat manufacturing business at 176 Devon Drive. The Board decided to leave the record open and continue the hearing after conducting an onsite visit to the properties.

• Moved to leave the record open and continue the hearing after an onsite visit (2-0)

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will discuss uniform procedures for setting fees across several county departments. The board is also considering amendments to two Oregon Health Authority agreements and the sale of multiple properties from a September 2025 auction.

• Board Order No. 2025-074 regarding uniform procedure for setting fees for County, Surveyor, Public Works, Recreation, Animal Shelter, and Public Health
• Amendments No. 1 and 2 to Oregon Health Authority Intergovernmental Agreement No. 185816
• Amendment No. 2 to Oregon Health Authority Intergovernmental Agreement No. 170733
• Board Resolution No. 2025-037 regarding unused sick leave benefits for General Service Employees
• Quitclaim deeds and land sale contracts for properties on Oxyoke Road, Coyote Creek Rd, Lake Shore Drive, Lower Wolf Creek Road, Josephine Street, West Pickett Creek Road, Board Shanty Creek Road, and Lower Graves Creek Road

The provided minutes consist entirely of exhibit references and page markers. No substantive decisions, motions, or discussions were recorded.

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Board of Commissioners will discuss legal updates regarding county real property and auction deeds. The workshop includes reviews of department contracts, personnel changes, and several large vendor payments.

• Knife River Materials invoice for $420,023.98
• Pacific Power invoice for $46,428.20
• Legal updates for county real property at 210 Tacoma
• Engineering services proposal for Schroeder Park
• Personnel actions including promotions and reclassifications across multiple departments

The Board approved several intergovernmental agreements for public health and behavioral services, as well as engineering studies for Schroeder Park. The Board also authorized the Sheriff's Office to acquire an e-Citation program and approved six invoices totaling over $560,000.

• Approved action related to County Real Property at 210 Tacoma (3-0)
• Approved E-Citation Integration Program for Sheriff's Office
• Approved Amendment No. 3 for Options for Southern Oregon (3-0)
• Approved Schroeder Park Engineering Services Proposal (3-0)
• Approved Agreement No. 26028 with Southern Oregon University (3-0)
• Approved OHA IGA 185816 Amendments 1-3 and IGA 170733 Amendment 2 (3-0)
• Approved six invoices including $420,023.98 for Knife River Materials
• Tabled Sheriff's Certificate of Sale and September 2025 Auction deeds to next session

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold an administration workshop to discuss legal updates and department business. The session includes reviews of real property leases and proposed fee changes across multiple departments.

• National Prescription Opiate Litigation updates
• Lease amendment for 700 NW Dimmick Street
• Proposed fee changes for multiple departments
• Lease agreement and tax exemption application for 1112 NE D Street
• Champagne Estates Plat Map

The Board of Commissioners approved participation in a national opioid settlement and authorized several property lease agreements. They also approved the auction of seized marijuana operation items and updated the Local Public Safety Coordinating Council bylaws and membership.

• Approved National Prescription Opiate Litigation settlement (3-0)
• Approved lease amendment for 700 NW Dimmick Street (3-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Community Library for 200 NW C Street (2-1)
• Approved listing unsold auction properties for over-the-counter sale
• Approved auction of approximately 40 items seized from marijuana operations (3-0)
• Approved participation in DEA Drug Take Back Program (3-0)
• Approved Local Public Safety Coordinating Council Bylaws Revision (3-0)
• Approved lease agreement for transitional housing at 1112 NE D Street (3-0)

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The Board will review the consent calendar and allow for citizen comments.

• Approval of minutes from September 15, 17, and 18, 2025

The Board approved the consent calendar, which included minutes from four previous meetings. Commissioners discussed ongoing firefighting efforts and announced upcoming meetings regarding service fee changes.

• Approved Consent Calendar including minutes from Sept 15, 17, and 18 (3-0)

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold an administration workshop to discuss legal updates and department business. The body will review the transfer of county roads to the City of Grants Pass and proposed fee changes across multiple departments.

• Order No. 2025-072 regarding transfer of county roads to the City of Grants Pass
• Proposed fee changes for multiple departments
• Mining lease application from American Mineral Research Inc. for St. Peter Mine Property
• Contract renewal with West Publishing Corporation
• Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Cave Junction for a Community Development Block Grant

The Board of Commissioners denied a mining lease application from American Mineral Research, Inc. and approved several intergovernmental agreements and contracts. The board also authorized a price reduction and new listing terms for the Dimmick Campus property.

• Denied American Mineral Research, Inc. mining lease application for St. Peter Mine Property (2-1)
• Approved transfer of jurisdiction for certain roads to the City of Grants Pass (3-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Cave Junction for Community Block Grant (3-0)
• Approved reduced price of 2.925 million and new listing terms for Dimmick Campus
• Approved 36-month contract renewal with West Publishing Corporation (3-0)
• Approved MOUs with BLM and U.S. Marshal Service for deputy patrol and enforcement
• Approved extension of personal services agreement with Eve Arce to October 15, 2025 (2-1)
• Approved additional spending authority of $10,000 for Snell and Wilmer and $22,000 for Stoel Rives

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider administrative actions regarding a prescription opiate litigation settlement and the Solid Waste Agency. The session includes a period for citizen comments and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Purdue Opioids Settlement (Ohio Case No. 1:18-op-45442-DAP; D.Or.Case No. 3:18-cv-520-MO)
• Solid Waste Agency administrative action

The Board of County Commissioners voted to opt into the National Prescription Opiate Litigation settlement. The board also appointed Commissioner Blech to the Solid Waste Agency and approved the consent calendar.

• Accepted Purdue Opioids Settlement (3-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Blech to Solid Waste Agency (3-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including September 2, 4, and 9 workshop/session minutes and August 2025 Board Journal (3-0)

8:30 a.m. General Discussion

The Board of Commissioners will meet for a general discussion. The agenda includes a specific item regarding security and a period for other matters or announcements.

• Security discussion

The Board of Commissioners directed staff to move forward with the installation of the county's courthouse security camera system. It was also noted that a sheriff will be provided for weekly business sessions starting at the next meeting.

• Directed staff to proceed with courthouse security camera system

1:30 p.m. General Discussion

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold a public consideration regarding a mining lease application. The discussion concerns the St. Peter Mine Property in Josephine County.

• Public consideration of American Mining Research, Inc. application for Mining Lease at St. Peter Mine Property

The Board of Commissioners held a continued discussion regarding a mining lease application for the St. Peter Mine property. Because no motion was made to approve the request, the application was denied.

• Denied American Mineral Research, Inc. application for mining lease at St. Peter Mine property

8 a.m. General Discussion

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a general discussion. The agenda consists of procedural items and general matters for consideration.

• Security
• Other matters for consideration by the board

The Board of Commissioners discussed courthouse safety and security. They agreed to have staff move forward with a board order to suspend public meetings until adequate safety measures are implemented. The matter was moved to Wednesday for further discussion.

• Agreed without objection for staff to move forward with a board order to suspend public meetings until adequate safety measures are put in place

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold an administration workshop to discuss various department contracts and grants. The session includes reviews of agreements for mental health, housing coordination, and security services.

• Weyerhaeuser NR Company Seedling Contract
• Concierge Security Professional Services Contract
• Title V Grant for Women, Children and Families
• Agreement between Juvenile Justice and Kairos for Mental Health Services
• Opioid Settlement Funds 2026 Workplan and BCC Update Report

The Board of County Commissioners approved several contracts including seedling purchases for forestry and security for the Transit Hub. They also authorized funding for women and children's housing and multiple juvenile justice service agreements. An intergovernmental agreement with Oregon State University was also approved.

• Approved Weyerhaeuser NR Seedling Contract and authorized Dave Streeter to sign (3-0)
• Approved Concierge Security Professional Services contract for Transit Hub
• Approved $42,697.00 Title V Grant for Women, Children, and Families (3-0)
• Approved Kairos Mental Health services contract for Juvenile division (3-0)
• Approved IGA amendment No. 1 for agreement 180807 and authorized Shawn Martinez to sign (3-0)
• Approved agreement between Juvenile Justice and Restorative Solutions LLC (3-0)
• Approved personal services contract with Welcome Home Oregon, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Oregon State University (3-0)

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for the September 4, 2025, meeting. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or ordinances are listed for action.

• Approval of minutes from August 19, 21, 25, and 26, 2025

The Board of County Commissioners approved the consent calendar, which included minutes from four previous meetings. The Board also approved the review of all pending administrative actions. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved Consent Calendar including minutes from Aug 19, 21, 25, and 26 (3-0)
• Approved review of all pending administrative actions

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Board of Commissioners will receive updates on national prescription opiate litigation and the Eight Dollar Mountain property. The body will also discuss department business regarding transit, community justice, and recreation.

• Purdue Opioids Settlement and remaining manufacturer settlements
• HVAC for 125 Ringuette Street
• ODOT Agreements No. 35901 and 35902 for Public Transit Division
• Contract for cleaning services with Dennis Howard
• 2025-27 Community Corrections Allotment Plan

The Board of Commissioners approved two ODOT agreements for transit vehicles and several contracts for community justice and treatment services. They also directed staff to proceed with tasks regarding the Eight Dollar Mountain property. A decision on the Purdue Opioids Settlement was deferred to a future session.

• Directed staff to follow Tasks One and Two for Eight Dollar Mountain property (3-0)
• Approved Public Transit Division ODOT Agreement No. 35901 for replacement vehicles (3-0)
• Approved Public Transit Division ODOT Agreement No. 35902 for fleet expansion (3-0)
• Approved cleaning services contract with Dennis Howard not to exceed $170,000 (3-0)
• Approved counseling services contract with Mizrain Vasquez not to exceed $40,000 (3-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement #6939 with Oregon Department of Corrections for $554,870 (3-0)
• Approved 2025-27 Community Corrections Allotment Plan (3-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement #6905 for Community Corrections Grant-in-Aid Funding (3-0)

9:30 a.m. KAJO Radio Interview

The Board of Commissioners is scheduled for a general discussion during a KAJO Radio interview. No formal votes or policy decisions are listed on the agenda.

• KAJO Radio Interview

Commissioners Chris Barnett and Ron Smith were interviewed by Chuck Benson regarding County Board Business. No substantive decisions were made during this session.

2 p.m. Continued Land Use Hearing

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners is holding a continued land use hearing. The body is discussing proposed text amendments to create a new chapter of the county code regarding marijuana businesses.

• Proposed text amendments to Josephine County Code Title 19: Chapter 19.99B – Marijuana Businesses

The Board of County Commissioners approved the creation of Chapter 19.99B — Marijuana Businesses. The approval included a proposed amendment for an additional 15 days.

• Approved Amendments to Josephine County Code Title 19 Chapter (New Chapter); “Chapter 19.99B — Marijuana Businesses” with an additional 15 days (3-0)

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding land annexations to the Josephine County Community Library District and county real property at 200 NW C Street. The session also includes a consideration of a mining lease application for the St. Peter Mine Property.

• Public hearing on annexations to Josephine County Community Library District (Orders 2025-068, 2025-069, 2025-070)
• Public hearing regarding county real property at 200 NW C Street
• Public consideration of American Mining Research, Inc. application for mining lease at St. Peter Mine Property
• Josephine County Dog Board hearing re-appointments

The Board of County Commissioners approved a lease agreement for county property at 200 NW C Street for the Josephine Community Library District. Three landowner petitions for annexations into the library district were approved, and four members were appointed to the Dog Control District Board.

• Approved Board Order 2025-068 for Library District annexation (3-0)
• Approved Board Order 2025-069 for Library District annexation (3-0)
• Approved Board Order 2025-070 for Library District annexation (3-0)
• Approved four re-appointments to the Josephine County Dog Board (3-0)
• Approved lease of 200 NW C Street to Josephine Community Library District with Amendment 15 (2-1)
• Approved lease of 200 NW C Street to Josephine Community Library District including Termination Clause (2-1)
• Approved extension of deadline to continue discussion on American Mining Research, Inc. lease at next Admin Workshop (3-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar for August 12 and August 14 minutes (3-0)

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will meet for an administration workshop to discuss legal updates and department business. The session includes reviews of financial account authority and a telecommunications facility at 370 Bowhill Road.

• Resolution No. 2025-036 regarding assigning authority over financial accounts
• Power of Attorney for land use and development permits at 370 Bowhill Road
• Contract for Personal Services with Welcome Home Oregon, Inc.
• Oregon Health Authority Agreement No. 185816-0
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Oregon State University 4H/Extension

The Board of Commissioners approved a motion to refer a Human Resources investigation to law enforcement. Other actions included approving a public health agreement and a contract for reentry services. The board also authorized a contract for the Clean Forest Project.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-036 regarding financial account authority (2-1)
• Approved power of attorney for land use permits at 370 Bowhill Road (3-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel request for the Sheriff (3-0)
• Approved Welcome Home Oregon, Inc. personal services contract (3-0)
• Approved referral of HR investigation matter to law enforcement (3-0)
• Approved Oregon Health Authority Agreement No. 185816-0 (2-1)
• Approved all invoices over $25,000 as presented
• Approved legal counsel to proceed with Clean Forest Project agreement

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding the transfer of county roads to the City of Grants Pass and real property at 200 NW C Street. The board will also consider the sale of land at Garden Valley Way and transit service reductions.

• Public hearing on Board Order No. 2025-054: Transfer of jurisdiction over certain county roads to the City of Grants Pass
• Board Order No. 2025-067: Private sale of county land via Quitclaim Deed for Garden Valley Way, Grants Pass
• Discussion of County Transit Coordination Plan and transit service reductions
• Public hearing regarding County Real Property located at 200 NW C Street

The Board of County Commissioners approved the transfer of approximately 1.5 miles of county roads to the City of Grants Pass. They also approved the private sale of county land via quitclaim deed for Garden Valley Way. A proposed library lease agreement was discussed, but the hearing was closed without a recorded vote.

• Approved Board Order No. 2025-054 to transfer 4 county roads to the City of Grants Pass (3-0)
• Approved Board Order No. 2025-067 for the private sale of county land at Garden Valley Way via quitclaim deed (3-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including minutes from August 4, 5, and 7, 2025, and the July 2025 Board Journal (3-0)

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will discuss legal updates, department business, and financial reports. The body is reviewing several vehicle purchases and the transfer of certain county roads.

• Transfer of certain County Roads
• Authorization to replace snowplow
• Purdue Opioids Settlement litigation update
• Oregon State University 4H/Extension Intergovernmental Agreement
• Vehicle purchase authorizations for Sheriff's Office, Forestry, Public Works, and Community Corrections

The Board approved several vehicle and equipment purchases for Public Works, Forestry, and Community Corrections. It also approved a 2.7% insurance CPI increase match for non-union and union employees. Multiple items, including real property and the Dog Board hearing re-appointments, were tabled.

• Approved vehicle purchases for Public Works, Forestry, and Community Corrections (3-0)
• Approved purchase of two 2MB Model 53 MH Pull Brooms (3-0)
• Approved replacement of two snowplows (3-0)
• Approved 2.7% Insurance CPI Increase Match for Non-Union and Union employees (2-1)
• Approved Airports Advisory Board Bylaws (3-0)
• Approved $6,750 annual subscription for Re-Leased software (3-0)
• Approved IT Department Policy (3-0)
• Approved Board Order No. 2025-066 to reschedule weekly business meetings (3-0)

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will consider several administrative actions regarding the sale of county real property. The board is also reviewing a recommendation to award a contract for the Runway Ext 13-31 project.

• Authorization of sale of County Real Property by Sheriff’s Sale (Board Order No. 2025-063)
• Land Sale Contract for 153 Krauss Lane (Board Order No. 2025-064)
• Quitclaim Deed for 151 Finch Rd (Board Order No. 2025-065)
• Recommendation to Award for the Runway Ext 13-31

The Board of Commissioners approved a construction contract for runway extension using FAA grant funds. They also authorized the sale of several county real properties and approved two specific land sales.

• Awarded $2.76M Runway Ext 13-31 construction contract to Knife River (3-0)
• Approved Board Order No. 2025-063 for sale of 18 County Real Properties by Sheriff's Sale (3-0)
• Approved Board Order No. 2025-064 for sale of 153 Krauss Lane (3-0)
• Approved Board Order No. 2025-065 for private sale of 151 Finch Rd (3-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar minutes for July 22, July 29, and July 31 meetings (3-0)

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold an administration workshop to review legal updates and department business. The board will discuss the sale of county property and proposed reductions to public transit services.

• Purchase requests for county real property at Garden Valley Way and 210 Tacoma
• Lease agreement with Civil Air Patrol for property at 210 Tacoma
• Proposed public transit service reductions
• Four Oregon Department of Transportation agreements (Nos. 35810, 35757, 35758, 35879)
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Oregon State University 4H/Extension

The Board approved four ODOT transit agreements and a service provider agreement with the Rogue Valley Transportation District. Other decisions included approving a roof replacement at 125 Ringuette St., a new forklift for Forestry, and a lease for the Civil Air Patrol. The Board also voted to suspend a policy regarding Public Records Requests to replace the RMO with the BCC office.

• Approved lease with Civil Air Patrol for 210 Tacoma at $250/month (3-0)
• Approved full roof replacement at 125 Ringuette St. (3-0)
• Approved purchase of replacement forklift for Forestry (3-0)
• Approved ODOT Agreements No. 35810, 35757, 35758, and 35879 (3-0)
• Approved RVTD Special Transportation Improvement Fund agreement (3-0)
• Approved IT and Emergency Management Training Calendar Proposal (3-0)
• Approved that all contracts comply with existing policies and ordinances (3-0)
• Suspended policy replacing RMO with BCC office for Public Records Requests (3-0)

2 p.m. Land Use Hearing

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will conduct a land use hearing. The body is considering proposed text amendments to create a new chapter in the county code regarding marijuana businesses.

• Proposed text amendments for Josephine County Code Chapter 19.99B – Marijuana Businesses

The Board of County Commissioners approved the creation of Josephine County Code Chapter 19.99B regarding marijuana businesses. The approval included a proposed amendment for an additional 15 days.

• Approved Amendments to Josephine County Code Title 19 Chapter 19.99B — Marijuana Businesses with an additional 15 days (3-0)

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding land annexations to the library district and housing improvement grants. The board will also consider several administrative agreements and insurance renewals.

• Public hearing on annexations to Josephine County Community Library District for Orris Mayfield Living Trust and Drake Loving Trust
• Public hearing on 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) from Business Oregon for Housing Improvements
• Citycounty Insurance Services Renewal
• City of Medford Intergovernmental Agreement
• Oregon Building Codes Division BESA Agreement

The Board of County Commissioners approved three landowner petitions to annex property into the Josephine County Community Library District. They also approved a million-dollar insurance renewal and several intergovernmental agreements for health and building safety services.

• Approved Board Order 2025-059 for library district annexation (3-0)
• Approved Board Order 2025-060 for library district annexation (3-0)
• Approved Board Order 2025-061 for library district annexation (3-0)
• Approved Citycounty Insurance Services renewal with $50,000 increase (3-0)
• Approved Oregon Coalition of Local Health Officials Invoice (3-0)
• Approved City of Medford Intergovernmental Agreement with 5-year term amendment (3-0)
• Approved Oregon Building Codes Division BESA Agreement (3-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar for July 22 and July 24 minutes (3-0)

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold an administration workshop to discuss legal counsel updates and department business. The body will review real property auctions and consider a lease agreement for property at 210 Tacoma.

• Lease agreement with Civil Air Patrol for County Real Property at 210 Tacoma
• Contract renewal with West Publishing Corporation
• Oregon Department of Transportation Grant Agreement for the Sheriff
• Board Order No. 2025-057 designating the Tax Collector for Josephine County
• Amended Josephine County Mining Advisory Committee Bylaws

The Board approved a grant for police equipment and designated the County Treasurer. Several items, including a lease agreement and contract renewals, were tabled for the next workshop.

• Approved $21,516 ODOT Grant Agreement for 8 patrol car radars (3-0)
• Approved Board Order No. 2025-057 designating Dustin Calvo as Tax Collector (3-0)
• Approved Josephine County Housing Committee Appointment (3-0)
• Approved employee separation from PERS to save County funds
• Directed staff to proceed with Treasury accounting services from Sorren
• Directed staff to revise Mining Advisory Committee Bylaws Article VII section F
• Tabled lease agreement with Civil Air Patrol for 210 Tacoma
• Tabled West Publishing Corporation contract renewal and Dog Board re-appointments

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Board of Commissioners will meet to conduct regular business and hear public comments. The agenda includes a proclamation for Probation, Parole and Community Supervision Week.

• Proclamation for Probation, Parole and Community Supervision Week (July 20-26, 2025)
• Approval of Rural Planning Commission minutes from June 23, 2025
• Approval of Weekly Business Session minutes from July 17, 2025

The Board of Commissioners approved the consent calendar, which included minutes from the Rural Planning Commission and a previous Weekly Business Session. The meeting also included a proclamation for Probation, Parole and Community Supervision Week and public comments regarding the Community Library and county administration.

• Approved Consent Calendar items 6(a) including Rural Planning Commission minutes (June 23, 2025) and Weekly Business Session minutes (July 17, 2025) (3-0)

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners is holding an administration workshop to review legal updates and department business. The board will discuss an offer to purchase county-owned property and a housing improvement grant. The session includes reviews of multiple service contracts and intergovernmental agreements.

• Offer to purchase County-owned real property at 153 Krauss Lane
• 2025 Community Development Block Grant from Business Oregon for Housing Improvements
• Roof work at 125 Ringuette St.
• Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Medford
• Contracts for Personal Services with Jay Snodgrass, Genelle Bennett, and Brian Sorensen

The Board approved several agreements with the Oregon Youth Authority and personal services contracts for polygraph and domestic violence services. Other actions included approving new transit service contracts and updating the county investment policy.

• Approved Oregon Youth Authority Agreement No. 15425 for $405,062.00 (3-0)
• Approved Oregon Youth Authority Agreement No. 15365 for $36,300.00 (3-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to Oregon Youth Authority Agreement No. 15014b (3-0)
• Approved personal services contracts for Jay Snodgrass (max $108,000), Genelle Bennett (max $60,000), and Brian Sorensen ($60,000) (3-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 for Mizrain Vazquez for $17,000 (3-0)
• Approved transit contracts with Southern Oregon Aspire and SPARE Order Form #SL-6921 (3-0)
• Re-adopted the Josephine County Investment Policy (3-0)
• Approved four-ten hour shift operating hours for WIC department

10:00 a.m. Appointment of County Treasurer

The Board of Commissioners will meet to conduct interviews and appoint a County Treasurer.

• Interviews for County Treasurer
• Appointment of County Treasurer

The Board of County Commissioners interviewed candidates for the County Treasurer vacancy. The board voted unanimously to appoint Dustin Calvo to the position.

• Appointed Dustin Calvo as Josephine County Treasurer (3-0)

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider a resolution regarding a loan to the Grants Pass Airport. The board will also review an agreement between the Josephine County 4-H and Extension Service District and Oregon State University’s Extension Service.

• Board Resolution No. 2025-033: Loaning General Fund Dollars to the Grants Pass Airport
• Agreement between Oregon State University’s Extension Service and Josephine County 4-H and Extension Service District

The Board of Commissioners approved a $3 million line of credit from the General Fund for a 700 ft. runway extension at the Grants Pass Airport. An agreement with Oregon State University’s Extension Service was tabled. The Board also approved the consent calendar for previous meeting minutes.

• Approved Board Resolution No. 2025-033 to loan $3,000,000 from General Fund to Grants Pass Airport (2-1)
• Tabled agreement between Oregon State University’s Extension Service and Josephine County 4-H and Extension Service District
• Approved Consent Calendar minutes for April 9, July 1, July 3, and July 8 meetings (3-0)

1:30 p.m. County Administration Workshop

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a real property offer for 153 Krauss Lane and a housing improvement grant. The workshop includes reviews of collective bargaining and proposed changes to dwelling and RV rules in forest and rural residential zones.

• Offer to purchase County-owned property at 153 Krauss Lane
• 2025 Community Development Block Grant for Housing Improvements
• Collective Bargaining Agreement with AFSCME Council 75, Local 3694
• Drainage Easement approval for Lower River Road
• Proposed rules for replacement dwellings in Forest zones and RV rentals in Rural Residential Zones

The Board approved the sale of real property at 153 Krauss Lane and authorized updates to land use codes regarding forest zones and rural residential RV rentals. They also approved applying for a $500,000 housing improvement grant and authorized bids for a new roof at the County Forestry Office.

• Approved sale of 153 Krauss Lane for $199,900 (3-0)
• Approved applying for 2025 Community Development Block Grant for Housing Improvements
• Approved Forestry Department to occupy full building at 125 Ringuette and authorized roof bids
• Approved no-cost drainage easement for Lower River Road
• Authorized land use code updates for House Bill 2192 (Forest Zones)
• Authorized land use code updates for Senate Bill 1013 (RV rentals in Rural Residential Zones)
• Approved scheduling Land Use hearing for Marijuana Business text amendments
• Approved Board Order No. 2025-055 to cancel Weekly Business Session for July 7-11 (3-0)

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider administrative actions regarding medical response rates and airport support. The board will also review lease agreements for county real properties at Josephine County Airports.

• American Medical Response proposed rate increase
• Airports General Fund support
• Board Order No. 2025-049 regarding lease agreements for Josephine County Airports real properties
• Delegation of signing authority to Airport Manager

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes of action. No decisions, votes, or outcomes were recorded for the items listed.

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold an administration workshop to review department business and finance reports. The body will discuss contracts for legal and accounting services and the transfer of certain county roads to the City of Grants Pass.

• Contract for Personal Services with Eric P. Fournier of Day, Driver, Fournier & Reinhart LLP
• Transfer jurisdiction of certain County Roads to the City of Grants Pass
• Northwest Code Professionals Contract Termination
• Sergeants Association Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Oregon Department of Aviation Grants Agreement No. COAR-2025-3S8-00035

The Board of Commissioners approved a collective bargaining agreement for the Sergeants Association and a $150,000 grant for airport equipment. They also authorized the transfer of four roads to the City of Grants Pass and approved a BLM right-of-way amendment. Several items, including a legal contract and a planning contract termination, were tabled.

• Approved Sergeants Association Collective Bargaining Agreement (3-0)
• Approved Oregon Department of Aviation Grant No. COAR-2025-3S8-00035 for $150,000 (3-0)
• Approved Amendment 15 to BLM Reciprocal Right-of-Way (3-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with transferring Hyland Avenue, Tenth Street, Willow Lane, and Denton Trail to the City of Grants Pass
• Approved Association of Oregon Counties insurance invoice for over $40,000 (3-0)
• Approved Stratton Subdivision plat maps
• Approved Public Works fuel invoice
• Tabled contract for Personal Services with Eric P. Fournier

4 p.m. General Discussion

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold a general discussion session. The meeting focuses on presentations from three economic development entities.

• Presentation by Lighthouse Academy
• Presentation by Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
• Presentation by Illinois Valley Chamber of Commerce regarding Concerts in the Park

The Board of Commissioners approved two economic development grants. The Small Business Development Center was awarded $45,000, and the Illinois Valley Chamber of Commerce received $3,000 for a Concert in the Park.

• Awarded $45,000 to Small Business Development Center (2-1)
• Awarded $3,000 to Illinois Valley Chamber of Commerce (3-0)
• Denied $117,000 request from Lighthouse Academy; applicant advised to re-apply in the future

3 p.m. Administration Workshop ***Time Change***

The Board of Commissioners will hold an administration workshop to review legal updates and department business. Key discussions include the transfer of the Children’s Advocacy Center and related grants to Friends of CAC.

• Resolution No. 2025-030 regarding transferring Children’s Advocacy Center to Friends of CAC
• Termination of Lease Agreement for 700 NW 5th Street
• Order No. 2025-053 to assign transfer authority for Fairgrounds Permanent Fund to Recreation-Fair Fund
• Extension of Franchise Agreement with Falcon Cable Systems nka Charter Communications
• Proposed rate increase from American Medical Response

The Board of Commissioners approved transferring the Children’s Advocacy Center and its related programs and grants to the Friends of CAC non-profit to allow for additional grant funding. The board also approved several financial authorizations and property recommendations. Other items, including airport funding and ambulance rate increases, were moved to future sessions.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-030 to transfer Children’s Advocacy Center to Friends of CAC (3-0)
• Approved Transfer Agreement of Children’s Advocacy Program to Friends of CAC (3-0)
• Approved three Oregon Department of Justice grant assignments to Friends of CAC (3-0)
• Approved termination of lease agreement for 700 NW 5th Street (3-0)
• Approved Order No. 2025-053 assigning fund transfer authority to Recreation Director (3-0)
• Approved recommendation for county property at 3783 Holland Loop Rd (3-0)
• Approved Resolution Order 2025-031 granting financial account signing authority to Chief Deputy Treasurer (3-0)
• Approved Board Order No. 2025-052 cancelling the June 23-27 weekly business session (3-0)

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings to adopt the 2025-26 budgets for the county and several service districts. The meeting includes a vote on property tax rates and local option levy taxes for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Adoption of 2025-26 budgets for Josephine County, Rural Fire Protection, 4-H/Extension Service, and Law Enforcement Service districts
• Resolution No. 2025-2028 regarding Ad Valorem Property Tax Rates and Local Option Levy Taxes
• Annexation petitions for the Josephine County Community Library District (Orders 2025-050 and 2025-051)
• Acceptance of special district election results for Josephine County Rural Fire Protection and Merlin/North Valley Sanitary districts
• County employee transfer to State of Oregon Department of Environmental Quality Intergovernmental Agreement

The Board approved the 2025-26 county budget, reducing the general fund allocation cut from 12% to 5% and exempting several departments, including the Sheriff and Veterans Service Office. The Board also adopted budgets for the Rural Fire Protection, Law Enforcement, and 4-H/Extension service districts.

• Approved FY 2025-26 County Budget (Res. 2025-027) with 5% general fund reduction and increased Sheriff expenditure by $503,200 (2-1)
• Approved FY 2025-26 Rural Fire Protection District Budget (Res. 2025-024) (3-0)
• Approved FY 2025-26 Law Enforcement Service District Budget (Res. 2025-026) (3-0)
• Approved FY 2025-26 4-H/Extension Service District Budget (Res. 2025-025) with 0 cent levy and $435,000 budget reduction (2-1)
• Approved FY 2025-26 Ad Valorem Property Tax Rates and Local Option Levy Taxes (Res. 2025-028) (3-0)
• Approved FY 2024-25 Supplemental Budget and adjustments (Res. 2025-029) (3-0)
• Approved annexations to Josephine County Community Library District for Board Orders 2025-050 and 2025-051 (3-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement for County Employee Transfer to State of Oregon DEQ (3-0)

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Board of Commissioners will conduct an administration workshop to discuss various department updates and legal matters. The session includes reviews of timber sale contracts, airport property leases, and intergovernmental agreements.

• Timber Sale Contracts for Farmer Gulch (2025TS-1), Upper Hog (2025TS-2), and Mountain Ranch (2025TS-4)
• Authorization of lease agreements for County real properties at Josephine County Airports
• Report and recommendation regarding County real property at 151 Finch Rd
• Amendment No. 6 to the Personal Services Contract with Parametrix
• Oregon Department of Transportation Grant Agreement No. 34847

The Board of Commissioners approved three timber sale contracts and a $2.85 million ODOT grant agreement. Other actions included approving a personal services contract for landfill closure and purchasing safety equipment for Community Corrections.

• Approved Farmer Gulch, Upper Hog, and Mountain Ranch timber sale contracts (3-0)
• Approved $2.85 million ODOT Grant Agreement No. 34847 (3-0)
• Approved $20,000 annual contract amendment with Parametrix for Kirby landfill compliance (3-0)
• Approved purchase of 10 tasers for Community Corrections via 5-year service contract (3-0)
• Approved City of Grants Pass Contract for Services for supervised adult cleanup crews (3-0)
• Approved Oregon State Marine Board and US Forest Service Intergovernmental Agreements (3-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Oregon Youth Authority lease for Juvenile Justice office space (3-0)
• Approved report and recommendation for county real property at 151 Finch Rd (3-0)

10 a.m. General Discussion

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will meet to hear presentations from four organizations regarding economic development. The session also allows commissioners to introduce other matters for board consideration.

• Economic development presentation by Zitavex
• Economic development presentation by Baker Avionics
• Economic development presentation by Lighthouse Academy
• Economic development presentation by Redwood Elementary School

The Board of County Commissioners approved two economic development grants. Baker Avionics received $150,000, and Redwood Elementary School was awarded $30,000 for an inclusive playground.

• Approved $150,000 economic development request for Baker Avionics (3-0)
• Approved $30,000 for Redwood Elementary School inclusive playground (2-1)
• Tabled Mr. Hansen’s request
• Moved Small Business Confidential Advising to the next admin workshop

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the designation and sale of county-owned real property. The board will also consider the sale of land remaining from a November 2024 Sheriff's auction.

• Public hearing on designating county real property as forests, parks, or recreation areas (Board Order No. 2025-047)
• Public hearing on the alienation, sale, conveyance, or exchange of designated county property (Board Order No. 2025-048)
• Sale of county land at 12100 Redwood Hwy (Board Order No. 2025-046)
• Sale of county land at 106 E. O’Brien St (Board Order No. 2025-046)

The Board approved the designation of county-owned real property as forests, parks, or recreation areas and authorized the sale of two properties that remained unsold after a previous sheriff's auction. One order regarding the alienation and sale of designated lands failed due to a lack of a second.

• Approved Board Order No. 2025-047 designating county real property as forests, parks, or recreation areas (2-0)
• Denied Board Order No. 2025-048 regarding alienation, sale, conveyance, or exchange of designated lands (failed due to lack of second)
• Approved Board Order No. 2025-046 for land sale contracts for 12100 Redwood Hwy and 106 E. O’Brien St (2-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar minutes for Budget Committee (June 2 and 4) and Weekly Business Session (June 5) (2-0)

1:00 p.m. Continued Budget Committee Meeting

The Budget Committee is meeting to conduct a final public review of the FY 2025-26 budget. The body will deliberate on the budget, set the tax rate, and vote on approval.

• Approval of the FY 2025-26 budget
• Setting of the tax rate
• Approval of Elected Officials Compensation Committee Recommendation

The Budget Committee approved the FY 2025-26 budget with a 12% reduction in general fund allocations for most departments. The committee also approved a 3% salary increase for elected officials and set property tax levy rates.

• Approved 3% salary increase for all elected officials (5-0)
• Approved FY 2025-26 budget of $182,540,400 with FTE level not to exceed 435.87 and a 12% reduction of general fund allocations for all departments except Sheriff, District Attorney, Court Facilities, General Government, Payroll Reserve funds, and Property reserve fund (6-0)
• Set property tax levy at 58.67 per $1,000 assessed value for general government operations (6-0)
• Set local option levy at 11 cents per $1,000 assessed value for Josephine County Animal Shelter and Animal Control Operations (6-0)
• Set local option levy at 93 cents per $1,000 assessed value for Adult Jail and Juvenile Detention operations (6-0)
• Delegated approval of meeting minutes to the Board of County Commissioners (6-0)

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will consider three landowner petitions to annex property into the Josephine County Community Library District. The board will also review administrative appointments and contract signing authority.

• Public hearing for library district annexations: Order 2025-041 (4.18 acres), Order 2025-042 (4.50 acres), and Order 2025-043 (4.17 acres)
• Board Order No. 2025-044: Delegating contract signing authority for fair entertainment contracts to the Recreation Director
• Board Order No. 2025-039: Appointment of an Interim Public Health Administrator
• Board Order No. 2025-045: Rescheduling the weekly business meeting for June 16-20, 2025

The Board of County Commissioners approved three landowner petitions for annexation into the Josephine County Community Library District. They also appointed an interim public health administrator and delegated contract signing authority for the county fair.

• Approved Board Order 2025-041 for library district annexation (3-0)
• Approved Board Order 2025-042 for library district annexation (3-0)
• Approved Board Order 2025-043 for library district annexation (3-0)
• Approved Board Order 2025-044 delegating fair entertainment contract signing authority to Recreation Director (3-0)
• Approved Board Order 2025-039 appointing Janet Fredrickson as Interim Public Health Administrator (3-0)
• Approved Board Order 2025-045 rescheduling the June 19 meeting to Wednesday (3-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar minutes from May 19, 20, 22, 27, 28, and 30 (3-0)
• Approved a 10% reduction of a public records request fee (3-0)

9 a.m. Budget Committee Meeting

The Budget Committee will conduct a public review of the FY 2025-26 Budget for Josephine County. The meeting includes presentations from several county departments and a report from the Elected Official Compensation Committee.

• Budget presentations from Sheriff, District Attorney, Public Health, Public Works, Court Facilities, and Airports
• Presentation from the Elected Official Compensation Committee
• Potential motion to approve the budget
• Potential motion to set the tax rate
• Potential motion to approve Elected Officials Compensation Committee recommendation

The Budget Committee reviewed department presentations for the FY 2025-26 budget, including the Sheriff's Office, District Attorney, and Public Health. No final budget decisions were made during the session. The committee voted to continue the meeting on June 9, 2025.

• Approved motion to recess for lunch (5-0)
• Approved motion to continue meeting on June 9, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. (5-0)

9 a.m. Budget Committee Meeting

The Budget Committee will deliberate on and potentially approve the FY 2025-26 budgets for three service districts. The meeting includes appointing budget officers and committee members, as well as setting tax rates for two districts. The committee will also consider a supplemental budget for FY 2024-25.

• Proposed FY 2025-26 budget for Josephine County Rural Fire Protection District
• Proposed FY 2025-26 budget and tax rate for County 4-H/Extension Service District
• Proposed FY 2025-26 budget and tax rate for Josephine County Law Enforcement Service District
• Proposed FY 2024-25 Supplemental Budget
• Appointment of Budget Officers and Committee members via Resolutions 2025-018 through 2025-023

The Budget Committee approved fiscal year 2025-26 budgets for the Rural Fire Protection District, 4-H/Extension Service District, and Law Enforcement Service District. The committee also approved a supplemental budget for fiscal year 2024-2025 and set specific property tax levies for two of the districts.

• Approved $1,626,000 budget for Rural Fire Protection District (5-0)
• Approved $745,000 budget for 4-H/Extension Service District (5-0)
• Set 4-H/Extension property tax levy at 4.9 cents per $1,000 assessed value (3-2)
• Approved $5,793,800 budget for Law Enforcement Service District (5-0)
• Set Law Enforcement property tax levy at 99 cents per $1,000 assessed value (5-0)
• Approved FY 2024-2025 supplemental budget as presented (5-0)
• Appointed Budget Officers for Fire, 4-H/Extension, and Law Enforcement districts (3-0 each)
• Elected Chairs and Vice Chairs for the three district budget committees

10 a.m. Budget Committee Meeting

The Budget Committee will meet to review the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025-26. The meeting includes a presentation of the Budget Message and an opportunity for public comment.

• Presentation of the Proposed Budget for FY 2025-26
• Election of Budget Committee Chair
• Election of Budget Committee Vice Chair/Secretary
• Establishment of meeting calendar, including a proposed June 4, 2025 meeting

The Budget Committee elected Andreas Blech as Chair and Joseph Rice as Vice Chair/Secretary. The committee received the proposed FY 2025-26 budget and established a meeting calendar for June to review department presentations.

• Elected Andreas Blech as Chair of the Budget Committee (5-0)
• Elected Joseph Rice as Vice Chair/Secretary of the Budget Committee (5-0)
• Scheduled budget review meetings for June 2 and June 4, 2025

10 a.m. General Discussion

The Board of Commissioners will meet for a general discussion. The primary agenda item is the 2025 pre-wildfire season. The meeting also allows for additional subject matters introduced by the commissioners.

• 2025 Pre-Wildfire Season Discussion

The Board of Commissioners held a general discussion with fire, forestry, and utility officials to coordinate wildfire preparedness. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded; the session consisted of agency briefings and informational presentations.

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold an administration workshop to discuss department business and legal updates. The body will review requests regarding airport taxiway extensions and sheriff office assets.

• Amendment No. 11 City of Cave Junction Sub-Station Lease Agreement
• Task Order No. 17 for Runway 13-31 and Taxiway A Extension engineering and bidding
• Economic Development Application for Redwood Play4All
• Appointments for Budget Committee and Elected Officials Compensation Committee
• Appointment to the Josephine County Fair Board

The Board of Commissioners approved a task order for airport taxiway engineering and bidding services. They also approved lease extensions for the Civil Air Patrol and the City of Cave Junction sub-station, along with a contract for a contracted deputy. Several appointments to county committees and the fair board were finalized.

• Struck Josephine County Personnel Policy Article 2, Section 4(A) Paragraph 4 (3-0)
• Approved month-to-month lease for Civil Air Patrol at 210 Tacoma
• Approved Amendment No. 11 for City of Cave Junction Sub-Station Lease Agreement (3-0)
• Approved purchase of a kitchen steamer for the jail (3-0)
• Appointed Joseph Rice to the budget committee (unanimous)
• Approved Task Order No. 17 for Taxiway Extension engineering and bidding (3-0)
• Appointed Kimberly Gasperson to the Josephine County Fair board (3-0)
• Approved contract for City of Cave Junction Contracted Deputy (3-0)

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold its weekly business session with only procedural items on the agenda. No ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled for a vote or discussion beyond routine administrative actions.

The Board approved the consent calendar containing the minutes from the May 13 County Administration Workshop and the May 15 Weekly Business Session. A motion to approve an Association of O&C Counties invoice failed due to a lack of a second.

• Approved Consent Calendar including May 13 and May 15 minutes (3-0)
• Motion to approve Association of O&C Counties invoice died due to lack of a second

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners holds an administration workshop to receive legal counsel updates, departmental reports, and discuss economic development applications. The meeting is live-streamed and includes procedural items such as conflict declarations and board orders.

• Lease agreement with Civil Air Patrol for property at 210 Tacoma
• Economic development applications for Baker Avionics and Lighthouse Academy
• Board order to cancel weekly business session on May 29, 2025
• Petition to withdraw from Josephine County Community Library District
• American Mineral Research, Inc. v. Josephine County; Case No. 25CV26847

The Board of Commissioners approved a hearing for a petition to withdraw from the Josephine County Community Library District. Other actions included authorizing temporary contract signing authority for an interim health administrator and approving a vehicle branding exemption for Juvenile Justice.

• Approved hearing for Petition to Withdraw from Josephine County Community Library District (2-1)
• Authorized Janet Fredrickson to sign contracts/invoices under $10,000 for 60 days (3-0)
• Approved vehicle branding exemption for up to 10 Juvenile Justice vehicles (3-0)
• Approved motion to dismiss American Mineral Research, Inc. v. Josephine County
• Approved offer regarding properties in relation to sale of Flying Lark
• Approved two invoices over $25,000 for public works fuel station and Grants Pass Airport
• Approved personnel requisitions and action forms for step increases and hires
• Denied public records request fee waiver (3-0)

6 p.m. Land Use Hearing

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners is holding a land use hearing. The session focuses on a proposed Urban Growth Boundary amendment from the City of Grants Pass.

• City of Grants Pass Proposed Urban Growth Boundary Amendment (Project Numbers: 404-00100-25; 404-00118-25)

The Board of County Commissioners approved a proposed ordinance to amend the City of Grants Pass Urban Growth Boundary. The amendment facilitates a land exchange to support future housing needs by adding certain properties to the boundary and removing others.

• Approved reading the proposed Urban Growth Boundary Amendment Ordinance by title only (3-0)
• Approved the proposed Urban Growth Boundary Amendment Ordinance (3-0)

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing for the second reading of Ordinance 2025-001, which amends Chapter 2.05 of the county code regarding meetings of the Board. They will also consider a request for a fee waiver from the Illinois Valley Fire District. The meeting includes citizen comments, approval of consent calendar items, and other routine business.

• Public hearing: Second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-001 amending Chapter 2.05 (meetings of the Board)
• Administrative action: Request for Fee Waiver from Illinois Valley Fire District
• Approval of minutes from May 5, 6, and 8, 2025 meetings

The Board of Commissioners did not adopt Ordinance 2025-001, which proposed amendments to Chapter 2.05 of the County Code regarding meeting schedules and procedures. The board did approve a fee waiver for the Illinois Valley Fire District and approved the consent calendar.

• Ordinance 2025-001 relating to Board of Commissioners meetings not adopted
• Approved fee waiver for Illinois Valley Fire District (2-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar minutes for May 5, May 6, and May 8 workshops/sessions (2-0)

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The board is discussing Ordinance No. 2025-001 to amend Chapter 2.05 of the county code regarding board meetings. They will also review several department business items including personnel requisitions, service agreements, and four economic development applications. Additionally, they will consider appointing an interim Public Health Administrator and discuss the solid waste program.

• Ordinance No. 2025-001 amending Chapter 2.05 on board meetings
• Four economic development applications: Baker Avionics, Grants Pass Airport, Lighthouse Academy, Recreation Department Boatnik Parade
• Appointment of interim Public Health Administrator via Board Order 2025-039
• Request for fee waiver from Illinois Valley Fire District
• Transportation items: FleetNet digital radio service agreement and electric vehicle bus investigation

The Board of Commissioners approved several economic development grants, including $30,000 for airport hangars. They also authorized service agreements for public health and transit, and appointed representatives to regional transportation bodies.

• Approved $30,000 economic development application for Josephine County Airports (3-0)
• Approved $14,300 FleetNet Digital Radio Service Agreement (3-0)
• Approved $2,400 Educational Message Services, Inc. agreement for Public Health (3-0)
• Approved $2,500 for Recreation Department Boatnik Parade float (3-0)
• Approved $1,500 economic development funds for lemonade day sponsorship (3-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Blech as representative for Middle Rogue MPO (3-0)
• Appointed Scott Chancey as representative to the RV Act (3-0)
• Authorized Commissioner Blech as Public Works Department advocate for 90 days (3-0)

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold a weekly business session, including a proclamation for National Police Week (May 11-17, 2025) and an administrative action to define the responsibilities of the County Road Official through Board Order No. 2025-038. The meeting also includes public comment, consent calendar approval of previous minutes, and other procedural matters.

• Proclamation of May 11-17, 2025 as National Police Week
• Board Order No. 2025-038: In the Matter of Defining the Responsibilities of the County Road Official
• Approval of consent calendar including minutes from four prior meetings (April 28, 29, May 1 workshops and weekly session)
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Board of County Commissioners appointed the County Engineer as the interim County Road Official to meet state statute requirements. The board also adopted a proclamation for National Police Week and approved the consent calendar.

• Approved appointment of County Engineer as interim County Road Official (3-0)
• Adopted proclamation for National Police Week (3-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including minutes from April 28, April 29, and May 1 (3-0)

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Board of Commissioners will hear legal updates on several lawsuits and claims, including a mining lease application from American Mineral Research for the St. Peter Mine property. They will also consider Ordinance No. 2025-001 amending board meeting procedures, discuss economic development applications from Baker Avionics and Grants Pass Airport, and handle department business such as a sheriff's vehicle purchase and animal control vacancy.

• American Mineral Research mining lease application for St. Peter Mine property
• Ordinance No. 2025-001 amending Chapter 2.05 of County Code on board meetings
• Economic development applications: Baker Avionics and Grants Pass Airport
• Sheriff's Office: vehicle purchase request and animal control officer vacancy
• Fee waiver request from Illinois Valley Fire District

The Board of Commissioners approved hiring outside counsel for a specific legal case and authorized the filling of a vacant animal control position. Other actions included approving a tax refund, vehicle purchases, and a logging road permit. Several items regarding economic development and ordinances were tabled.

• Suspended board order 2023-068 (3-0)
• Approved hiring outside counsel for Patrick Timothy Cross v. Josephine County Sheriff Dave Daniel (3-0)
• Authorized Commissioner Barnett to negotiate with the Library for 60 days regarding 200 NW C Street (3-0)
• Approved power of attorney for land use permits at 7525 Takilma Road (3-0)
• Approved filling vacant Animal Control Officer position (3-0)
• Approved purchase of 6 replacement Chevy Tahoes (3-0)
• Approved $53,603.87 tax refund (3-0)
• Approved partial interest assignment for O&C Logging Road Right of Way Permit M01538 (3-0)

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold an administration workshop to consider appointing a new Finance Director and to designate the County Budget Officer via Board Order No. 2025-037. The meeting is open to the public and live-streamed.

• Appointment of Josephine County Finance Director
• Board Order No. 2025-037: Designation of the Josephine County Budget Officer

The Board of Commissioners appointed Ruth Nelson to two administrative roles. Both appointments were approved unanimously by the board.

• Appointed Ruth Nelson as Finance Director (3-0)
• Appointed Ruth Nelson as Budget Officer (3-0)

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will meet for an administration workshop. The agenda includes an executive session for a legal update regarding Patrick Timothy Cross v. Josephine County Sheriff Dave Daniel.

• Executive session regarding Patrick Timothy Cross v. Josephine County Sheriff Dave Daniel (Case No. 22CR37853)

The Board of Commissioners met for an administration workshop and entered executive session to discuss a legal matter. The board received an update regarding the case of Patrick Timothy Cross v. Josephine County Sheriff Dave Daniel and directed staff.

• Directed staff following legal update on Case No. 22CR37853

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session **DATE CHANGE**

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold a weekly business session on May 1, 2025. Items include a proclamation declaring May 4 as Sanctity of Human Life Day, and administrative actions on grant agreements with Mobile Integrative Navigation Team (MINT), Max's Mission, and HIV Alliance, along with a vehicle purchase and intergovernmental agreements. The meeting also includes time for public comments.

• Proclamation for Sanctity of Human Life Day on May 4, 2025
• Grant agreement with Mobile Integrative Navigation Team (MINT)
• Grant agreement with Max's Mission
• Grant agreement with HIV Alliance
• Community Justice Vehicle Purchase Request

The Board of County Commissioners approved several intergovernmental agreements for juvenile services and the purchase of four Ford Explorers for Community Justice. Three grant requests for opioid-related services and hygiene supplies were not approved. The board also adopted a proclamation for Sanctity of Human Life and Respect for Life Day.

• Adopted proclamation for Sanctity of Human Life and Respect for Life Day (3-0)
• Denied grant agreement for Mobile Integrative Navigation Team (MINT)
• Denied grant agreement for Max’s Mission
• Denied grant agreement for HIV Alliance
• Approved purchase of 4 new 2025 Ford Explorers for Community Justice (3-0)
• Approved Oregon Department of Human Services Intergovernmental Agreement (3-0)
• Approved Oregon Youth Authority Intergovernmental Agreement for $401,540.00 (3-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar for April workshop and session minutes (3-0)

1:30 p.m. Administrative Workshop

The Board of Commissioners will review legal updates, including ordinances and easements. The meeting includes discussions on the sale of several county-owned properties and various intergovernmental agreements.

• Ordinance No. 2025-001 regarding Board of Commissioners meetings
• Underground Right of Way Easement for Bowhill Rd Cell Tower
• Sale of county real property at 12100 Redwood Hwy, 106 E. Obrien, and 151 Finch Rd
• Jumpoff Joe Timber Sale Contract 2025TS-3 with Estramado Logging, Inc and North Valley 40 Logging
• Intergovernmental Agreements with Oregon Department of Human Services and Oregon Youth Authority

The Board of Commissioners approved the sale of county real property at 12100 Redwood Hwy and 106 E. Obrien St. They also authorized two timber-related contracts and a $13,000 grant for the Grants Pass Treatment Center. Additionally, the board moved a marijuana ordinance to the Rural Planning Commission.

• Approved sale of county property at 12100 Redwood Hwy (3-0)
• Approved sale of county property at 106 E. Obrien St (3-0)
• Approved Bowhill Rd Cell Tower easement pending Forestry Director approval (3-0)
• Moved Marijuana Ordinance to Rural Planning Commission (3-0)
• Approved Jumpoff Joe Timber Sale and North Valley 40 Logging contracts
• Approved $13,000 grant signing authority for Grants Pass Treatment Center (3-0)
• Approved $48,000 renewal for Minds in Motion provider agreement (3-0)
• Approved public hearing to withdraw Finley Bend Drive from county inventory (3-0)

1:30 Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold an administration workshop to discuss three grant agreements from Community Justice: the Mobile Integrative Navigation Team (MINT), Max's Mission, and HIV Alliance. Also on the agenda are a finance report and board business. The workshop is a discussion session, not a voting meeting, but the grants are open for consideration.

• Grant agreement for Mobile Integrative Navigation Team (MINT)
• Grant agreement for Max's Mission
• Grant agreement for HIV Alliance
• Finance report and business update
• Board business and other matters

The Board of Commissioners voted to return the full board to its full authority. The board also directed staff to provide options regarding a recent personal services contract confidentiality breach and a county security audit.

• Approved motion to bring full board back to its full authority (3-0)
• Directed staff to provide options regarding a confidentiality breach and county security
• Tabled Finance Report and Business Update

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding two landowner petitions for annexation into the Josephine County Community Library District. The Board will also hold a first reading of an ordinance to amend County Code regarding Board of Commissioners meetings.

• Public hearing on annexation of 0.32 acres (Joseph A. Grant) to Library District
• Public hearing on annexation of 5.62 acres (Robert J. Mannix & Deborah C. Murphy) to Library District
• First reading of Ordinance No. 2025-001 regarding Board of Commissioners meetings
• Consideration of Special Districts Association of Oregon dues
• Board Order No. 2025-035 to reschedule Weekly Business Sessions from May 1 to August 14, 2025

The Board of County Commissioners approved two library district annexations and a first reading of an ordinance to change meeting rules. The board also approved membership dues for the Special Districts Association of Oregon and a support letter for a community banner.

• Approved Order 2025-034 for library district annexation (3-0)
• Approved Order 2025-036 for library district annexation (3-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2025-001 regarding meeting rules (2-1)
• Approved $500 yearly dues for Special Districts Association of Oregon (2-1)
• Approved Board Order No. 2025-035 to reschedule business sessions (3-0)
• Approved support letter to ODOT for Lemonade Day banner (3-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar minutes (3-0)

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Board of Commissioners will hold an administration workshop to review department business. Discussions include a letter of intent from the Oregon Health Authority and the conversion of the Children’s Advocacy Center to a non-profit.

• Oregon Health Authority Letter of Intent regarding Community Justice
• Conversion of Children’s Advocacy Center to a non-profit
• Executive session and discussion regarding cybersecurity

The Board approved a letter of intent for a $1.3 million Oregon Health Authority grant for Community Justice operational costs. Commissioners also approved a cybersecurity defense contract and infrastructure projects, and terminated the contract of budget officer Simon Hare.

• Approved letter of intent for $1.3 million Oregon Health Authority grant (2-0)
• Directed staff to move forward with Children’s Advocacy Center conversion to non-profit
• Approved 4-year cybersecurity defense contract and 5-year infrastructure projects (2-0)
• Terminated personal services contract with budget officer Simon Hare for material breach (2-0)

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Board of Commissioners will hold an administration workshop covering legal counsel updates including an executive session to review real property auction properties, a communications facility lease at 500 NW 6th Street, and county-owned property at 3783 Holland Loop Road. They will also discuss Ordinance No. 2025-001 amending Chapter 2.05 of the county code on board meetings, Special Districts Association of Oregon 2025 dues, and a law library funding letter. Board business includes draft ordinance recommendations from the Mining Advisory Committee, a US Forest Service letter of collaboration, rescheduling the weekly business session for May 2025, and an urban growth boundary amendment for the City of Grants Pass.

• Executive session to review real property auction properties
• Communications facility lease at 500 NW 6th Street
• Ordinance No. 2025-001 amending meeting procedures in county code
• Draft ordinance recommendations from the Josephine County Mining Advisory Committee
• Urban Growth Boundary Amendment – City of Grants Pass

The Board of Commissioners voted to have Sespe Consulting review a draft mining ordinance and approved sponsoring Concerts in the Park. They directed staff to schedule an evening public hearing regarding an Urban Growth Boundary amendment for the City of Grants Pass. Several items, including a law library funding letter and finance report, were tabled.

• Approved motion for Sespe Consulting to review draft Mining Ordinance (3-0)
• Approved motion to sponsor Concerts in the Park using economic development funding (3-0)
• Directed staff to schedule an evening public hearing for the City of Grants Pass Urban Growth Boundary amendment
• Approved motion to send United States Forest Service Letter of Collaboration
• Tabled Law Library Funding Letter
• Tabled Finance Report and Business Update

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a weekly business session that includes a single administrative action: a funding request from Friends of Country Living. The rest of the agenda is procedural, covering public comments, approval of minutes, and commissioner announcements.

• Friends of Country Living Funding Request under administrative actions

The Board approved the consent calendar, including minutes from three previous meetings. A funding request for Friends of Country Living was discussed, but no motion was made to approve it.

• Approved Consent Calendar Agenda Items 6(a) (2-0)

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Board of Commissioners will hold an administration workshop to review legal updates and department business. The meeting includes discussions on mining advisory committee recommendations and airport service contracts.

• Draft Ordinance Recommendations from the Josephine County Mining Advisory Committee
• DBT Transportation Aviation Support and Maintenance Services Order Summary
• Independent Fee Estimate for Grants Pass Airport
• Limited Power of Attorney for land-use permits at 1441 Brookside Blvd
• Renewal of Information Technology Contracts

The Board of Commissioners approved several infrastructure and service contracts, including airport maintenance and IT operating systems. They authorized a $10,000 economic development sponsorship for Boatnik and directed staff to proceed with license fee non-payment actions.

• Approved Meade Contracting for surveying at 210 Tacoma (3-0)
• Approved 3-year operating system contract and document archival renewal (3-0)
• Approved DBT Transportation aviation support and maintenance agreement (3-0)
• Approved Independent Fee Estimate for Grants Pass Airport (3-0)
• Granted Michael Crisafulli limited power of attorney for 1441 Brookside Blvd permits (3-0)
• Approved Knife River invoice for airport water and sewer via ARPA funding (3-0)
• Approved sending draft mining ordinance to Sespe Consulting for review (3-0)
• Approved $10,000 in economic development funding to sponsor Boatnik (3-0)

3:30 Legal Counsel Update

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a Legal Counsel Update to address a complaint filed against Commissioner Ron Smith. The session includes an executive session (closed to the public) for a complaint where the officer did not request an open hearing, followed by a potential open hearing if requested, and discussion of the investigation outcome.

• Executive session under ORS 192.660(2)(b) to hear complaint against Commissioner Ron Smith
• Possible open hearing on the same complaint if Commissioner Smith requests it
• Discussion of investigation outcome and response to the complaint

The Board of County Commissioners reviewed an investigation into a complaint against Commissioner Ron Smith. The board approved a revised memo after legal counsel noted that touching an individual's hair is listed as "other harassment" in county personnel policy.

• Approved revised memo regarding complaint against Commissioner Ron Smith (2-0, Smith abstained)

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will vote on Resolution 2025-009 for participation in the County Assessment Function Funding Assistance (CAFFA) grant, approve plat maps for Eden View and Lesisz Estates, and appoint members to the Airports Advisory Board and multiple budget committees. The board also convenes as governing bodies for the 4-H/Extension, Law Enforcement, and Rural Fire Protection districts to approve their budget committee appointments. Public comment is scheduled.

• Approval of Resolution 2025-009 for CAFFA grant participation
• Approval of Eden View Plat Map
• Approval of Lesisz Estates Plat Map
• Appointments to Josephine County Airports Advisory Board via Resolution 2025-010
• Appointments to Budget Committees for County, 4-H/Extension, Law Enforcement, and Rural Fire Protection districts (Resolutions 2025-011 through 2025-014)

The Board of County Commissioners approved a resolution to participate in the County Assessment Function Funding Assistance grant and approved two plat maps. The board also filled several appointments for the Airports Advisory Board and various district budget committees.

• Approved Resolution 2025-009 for CAFFA Grant participation (2-0)
• Approved Eden View Plat Map (2-0)
• Approved Lesisz Estates Plat Map (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-010 for Airports Advisory Board appointments (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-011 appointing Chad Hansen, Nathan Seable, and Marc Kirby to the Budget Committee (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-012 appointing Chad Hansen, Nathan Seable, and Marc Kirby to 4-H/Extension Service District Budget Committee (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-014 appointing Chad Hansen, Nathan Seable, and Marc Kirby to Law Enforcement Service District Budget Committee (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-013 appointing Tom McGown, Mark Jones, and Vincent Ownbey to Rural Fire Protection District Budget Committee (2-0)

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will meet for a County Administration Workshop. The primary item of business is the appointment of members to county advisory boards and committees.

• Josephine County Advisory Boards and Committees Appointments

The Board of Commissioners approved a 90-day change to the operating hours for the Building Planning and Safety Department. Commissioners also reviewed applicants for advisory boards and committees.

• Approved 8-5 p.m. hours for Building Planning and Safety Department for 90 days (3-0)

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Board of Commissioners will hold an administration workshop to review legal updates and department business. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss labor grievances and several real property matters.

• AFSCME Grievance and FOPPO Bargaining Demand
• Real property discussions regarding Dimmick Campus, 210 Tacoma, and the Flying Lark
• Resolution 2025-009 regarding the County Assessment Functioning Funding Assessment (CAFFA) Grant
• Urban Growth Boundary Amendment for the City of Grants Pass
• DBT Transportation Aviation Support and Maintenance Services Order Summary

The Board of Commissioners approved a motion to reduce the price of the Dimmick Campus property by 10% and explore lease back and owner carry options. Several real property items and the finance report were tabled. Other items, including a CAFFA grant resolution and an airport maintenance contract, were referred to the weekly business session.

• Approved 10% price reduction and possible lease back/owner carry options for Dimmick Campus (3-0)
• Tabled County property known as 210 Tacoma
• Tabled real properties in relation to the sale of the Flying Lark
• Tabled Finance Report and Business Update
• Referred CAFFA Grant Resolution 2025-009 to weekly business session
• Referred $17,000 DBT Transportation Aviation Support and Maintenance Services contract to weekly business session
• Scheduled Urban Growth Boundary amendment land use hearing for May 12, 2025

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners holds a weekly business session featuring a proclamation, several administrative actions, and public comment. Key decisions include appointing a new Planning Director and Building Official, dissolving the Parks Advisory Board, and authorizing DEQ rebate funds.

• Proclamation of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (April 13–19)
• Annual Department of Environmental Quality Rebate Funds and Authorization Form
• Letter of Support for Josephine County Animal Shelter Capital Improvement Request
• Board Order 2025-033 dissolving the Josephine County Parks Advisory Board
• Board Orders 2025-031 and 2025-032 appointing Planning Director and Building Official

The Board of County Commissioners approved several administrative appointments and board changes. They also authorized the use of state rebate funds for solid waste and supported a capital improvement request for the animal shelter.

• Approved proclamation for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (3-0)
• Approved $23,000 DEQ rebate funds for solid waste (3-0)
• Approved DEQ authorization to provide funding to two solid waste and recycling companies (2-1)
• Approved letter of support for Josephine County Animal Shelter capital improvement request (3-0)
• Approved Board Order 2025-029 designating a newspaper of record for county notices (2-1)
• Approved Board Order 2025-031 appointing James Black as Planning Director (3-0)
• Approved Board Order 2025-032 appointing Frank Wharregard as Building Official (3-0)
• Approved Board Order 2025-033 dissolving the Josephine County Parks Advisory Board (3-0)

1:30 Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners holds a workshop to discuss department business including airport function updates, the annual Grants Pass Airport Report, and Amendment No. 3 to a seedling planting contract. They will also hear a finance report, consider designating a newspaper for county publications, and review advisory boards and committees. No decisions are recorded; items are for discussion only.

• Airport Functions Update
• Annual Grants Pass Airport Report
• Amendment No. 3 to Seedling Planting Contract
• Designation of a Newspaper for County Publications
• Review of Advisory Boards and Committees

The Board of Commissioners approved an amendment to a seedling planting contract and granted power of attorney to the Airports Manager for permit applications. A finance report and business update were tabled. The designation of a newspaper for county publications was referred to the Weekly Business Session.

• Approved Amendment No. 3 to Seedling Planting Contract (3-0)
• Approved power of attorney for Airports Manager to sign permit applications (3-0)
• Tabled Finance Report and Business Update

1:30 p.m. Convening as the Governing Body of the Rural Fire Protection District

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners is convening as the governing body of the Rural Fire Protection District. The meeting focuses on the submission of district boundaries to the Department of Revenue and County Assessor.

• Submission of Rural Fire Protection District boundaries pursuant to ORS 308.225

The board approved a board order to submit the final district boundary to the Department of Revenue and County Assessor. Additionally, the board directed the County Budget Officer to create budget directives.

• Approved board order to submit final boundary to Department of Revenue and County Assessor (3-0)
• Approved motion for Simon Hare to create budget directives (3-0)

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session

In this weekly business session, the board will hold a public hearing on four annexations to the Josephine County Community Library District by landowner petition. They will also consider several administrative actions: designating county-owned land as county forest, establishing a forest reserve fund, approving a forest management policy, dissolving two airport advisory boards and creating a single county airports advisory board, and approving plat maps for subdivisions. Additionally, a proclamation for Rogue Valley Rough Stock Rodeo Days Week is scheduled.

• Public hearing on four annexations to Josephine County Community Library District (total ~21.61 acres) by landowner petition (Orders 2025-024 through 2025-027).
• Board Order 2025-023 designating county-owned real property as County Forest.
• Resolution 2025-008 establishing a Forest Reserve Fund.
• Board Order 2025-030 dissolving Grants Pass and Illinois Valley Airport Advisory Boards and establishing the Josephine County Airports Advisory Board.
• Proclamation declaring April 5–12, 2025 as Rogue Valley Rough Stock Rodeo Days Week.

The Board of Commissioners approved four annexations to the Josephine County Community Library District. They also established a new Josephine County Airports Advisory Board and approved several forestry policies and plat maps.

• Approved Order 2025-024 for library district annexation (3-0)
• Approved Order 2025-025 for library district annexation (3-0)
• Approved Order 2025-026 for library district annexation (3-0)
• Approved Order 2025-027 for library district annexation (3-0)
• Approved Board Order 2025-023 designating real property as County Forest (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-008 establishing a Forest Reserve Fund (3-0)
• Approved Josephine County Board of Commissioner Forest Management Policy (3-0)
• Approved Board Order 2025-030 dissolving two airport advisory boards to establish the Josephine County Airports Advisory Board (3-0)

1:30 p.m. General Discussion

This is a procedural meeting with a budget officer report and discussion of other matters under ORS 192.640(1). No specific votes, proposals, or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Budget Officer Report under Finance Report
• Other matters per ORS 192.640(1)

The Board of Commissioners reviewed a budget officer's report regarding department deadlines and a projected $454,000 Public Health deficit. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during this session.

• Reviewed Budget Officer report on department budget deadlines and committee recommendations
• Discussed projected $454,000 deficit in Public Health department
• Reviewed draft board order to reschedule April 2025 weekly business sessions
• Discussed potential use of wild horses for wildfire fuel reduction
• Discussed need for fair sponsors and potential hiring of a grant writer
• Requested executive session to discuss reducing costs at Dimmick Campus

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold an administration workshop to discuss and potentially act on several items, including designating county-owned real property as a county forest, establishing a forest reserve fund, and approving a forest management policy. They will also hold executive sessions to discuss a lawsuit and property matters. Other business includes a contract with Securus Technologies, vehicle purchases, and plat map approvals.

• Executive session for litigation: John West v. Rhiannon Henkels, County Clerk (Case No. 24cv55538)
• Order No. 2025-023 designating county-owned real property as county forest
• Resolution 2025-008 establishing a forest reserve fund
• Master Services Agreement with Securus Technologies, LLC for Sheriff's Department
• Vehicle purchase requests for Juvenile Justice and Sheriff's Department

The Board of Commissioners approved several contracts, including a law library patron access renewal and a 36-month video conferencing agreement for adults in custody. The board also authorized a fleet inventory project and approved out-of-state travel for Commissioner Barnett.

• Approved renewal of West Publishing Corporation contract for Law Library Patron Access (3-0)
• Approved power of attorney for telecommunications modifications at 370 Bowhill Road (3-0)
• Approved request for two additional bids for 210 Tacoma Lot Line Adjustment (3-0)
• Approved donation of a wrestling mat to Illinois Valley High School (3-0)
• Approved part-time remote work for Financial Crimes Analyst (3-0)
• Approved 36-month Master Services Agreement with Securus Technologies, LLC (3-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel request for Commissioner Barnett to Philadelphia (3-0)
• Approved Commissioner Barnett to proceed with fleet inventory project by April 18, 2025 (3-0)

11 a.m. Convening as the Governing Body of the Rural Fire Protection District

The Board of Commissioners, meeting as the governing body of the Josephine County Rural Fire Protection District, will consider a single substantive item: submitting the district's boundary information to the Oregon Department of Revenue and the County Assessor as required by state law. The meeting also includes a declaration of potential conflicts. No other decisions or proposals are on the agenda.

• Boundary submission for Rural Fire Protection District to Department of Revenue and County Assessor per ORS 308.225

The meeting was adjourned after one minute because the board had not yet received preliminary approval from the Department of Revenue regarding a boundary. No decisions were made.

10 a.m. Weekly Business Session **DATE AND TIME CHANGE*

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will consider three administrative items at its weekly business session. These include a board order to establish a county Veteran's Camping Program, a board order to transfer funds from the Fairgrounds Permanent Fund to the Recreation-Fair Fund, and approval of an amendment to the intergovernmental agreement with the Middle Rogue Metropolitan Planning Organization. The meeting also includes a public comment period and approval of past meeting minutes.

• Board Order 2025-021: Establishing a Josephine County Veteran’s Camping Program
• Board Order 2025-018: Assigning transfer authority to the Recreation Director for transferring funds from the Fairgrounds Permanent Fund (54) to the Recreation-Fair Fund (47)
• Approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Department of Transportation/Middle Rogue Metropolitan Planning Organization Intergovernmental Agreement
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
• Approval of minutes from March 11 and March 12, 2025 meetings

The Board of County Commissioners approved a one-year program providing disabled veterans one free camping trip per year at county parks. The board also authorized fund transfers for recreation and extended a transportation planning agreement.

• Approved Board Order 2025-018 to assign transfer authority for funds from Fairgrounds Permanent Fund to Recreation-Fair Fund (2-0)
• Approved Board Order 2025-021 establishing a Josephine County Veteran’s Camping Program (2-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to the Department of Transportation/Middle Rogue Metropolitan Planning Organization Intergovernmental Agreement (2-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar minutes for March 11 and March 12, 2025 (2-0)

9 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a standard weekly business session. The agenda consists of procedural items only: citizen comments, approval of minutes from prior meetings, and commissioner matters. No decisions on contracts, ordinances, or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of consent calendar including minutes from March 4-5, 2025 meetings

The Board of County Commissioners approved the consent calendar, which included minutes from four previous meetings. The session also included the presentation of certificates of appreciation to Park Watch Grants Pass and Life Saving Awards to four sheriff employees.

• Approved Consent Calendar including minutes from March 4, 5, and March 5 (3-0)

1:30 p.m. County Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will receive a legal counsel update on a forest reserve fund resolution and a forest management policy statement, and will hold an executive session on county property and litigation. Department business includes establishing a veteran camping program, a capital improvement request for the animal shelter, adjusting airport hours, corrections staffing and grant applications, a transit intergovernmental agreement amendment, and a discussion on DEQ rebate funds. Board business includes rescheduling sessions and designating a budget officer.

• Resolution No. 2025-008 on the purpose and use of the Forest Reserve Fund
• Executive session regarding county property at 210 Tacoma and 200 NW C Street, and litigation John West v. Rhiannon Henkels
• Establishing a Veteran Camping Program in the Recreation department
• Public Health State Capital Improvement Request for the Animal Shelter
• Amendment No. 1 to the Middle Rogue Metropolitan Planning Organization intergovernmental agreement for Transit

The Board of Commissioners approved a one-year pilot program for free veteran camping passes and designated a County Budget Officer. They also authorized a Treatment Court grant application and a transit training request. Several items regarding forestry and budget committees were tabled.

• Approved one-year pilot Veteran Camping Program for free annual park passes (3-0)
• Approved keeping airport hours of operation as is temporarily
• Authorized Parole and Probation position requisition
• Approved submission of Treatment Court grant application (3-0)
• Approved out-of-state training request for Transit Manager
• Approved Order No. 2025-019 to reschedule Weekly Business Sessions starting March 13, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved Order No. 2025-020 designating the Josephine County Budget Officer (3-0)
• Tabled Forest Reserve Fund and Forest Management Policy Statement

9 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the uniform procedure for setting county fees and the adoption of a fee schedule for the fairgrounds. The board will also consider a wildfire hazard map appeal and a letter of support for a historical monument.

• Public hearing on Order No. 2025-017 regarding fairgrounds fee schedules
• Administrative action on a Wildfire Hazard Map Appeal
• Administrative action on a letter of support for a proposed historical monument

The Board of County Commissioners approved a new fee schedule for the Recreation Department's fairgrounds. They also authorized a letter of support for a historical monument and an appeal regarding the Wildfire Hazard Map.

• Approved Order No. 2025-017 adopting Recreation Department fee schedule (3-0)
• Approved letter of support for proposed historical monument (3-0)
• Approved appeal of Wildfire Hazard Map per Senate Bill 762 (3-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar minutes from February 18 and 19, 2025 (3-0)

11 a.m. Convening as the Governing Body of the Rural Fire Protection District

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners is convening as the governing body of the Rural Fire Protection District. The meeting includes an executive session and public discussion regarding a legal case involving Applegate Valley Rural Fire Protection District #9. The board will also address the establishment of a budget committee.

• Case No. 24CV59327: Applegate Valley Rural Fire Protection District #9 vs. Josephine County and Josephine County Rural Fire Protection District
• Order 2025-016: Establishment of the Josephine County Rural Fire Protection District Budget Committee
• Review of Fire District Coverage Map

The board approved the establishment of a budget committee and authorized the finalization of the fire district coverage map. A hearing regarding Case No. 24CV59327 was postponed.

• Postponed hearing for Case No. 24CV59327 (3-0)
• Approved Order 2025-016 to establish the Josephine County Rural Fire Protection District Budget Committee (3-0)
• Authorized the chair to work with county staff to finalize the fire district coverage map (3-0)

3 p.m. County Administration Workshop

The Board of Commissioners held a workshop on March 4, 2025, approving IT expenses for law enforcement laptop docking stations and backup software licensing renewal. They voted to halt all county vehicle purchases pending board approval and delegated the chair authority to approve email access for departing employees. The board also granted the chair 90-day authority to make organizational, administrative, and personnel decisions during a transition period. Discussions included county vehicle logo updates, surplus property (Martha Mine and Dimmick Campus), and potential future agenda items.

• Approved expense for law enforcement laptop docking stations (Windows upgrade)
• Approved cloud-based backup software licensing renewal (critical for cybersecurity)
• Delegated chair authority to approve email access for employees on leave or terminated
• Voted to halt county vehicle purchases until brought to the board for approval
• Granted chair 90-day authority over organizational, admin, and personnel decisions during transition

The Board of Commissioners delegated authority to the Chair to manage county organization and personnel decisions for 90 days during a transition period. The board also voted to halt county vehicle purchases unless brought to the board for approval. Several IT expenses and a policy change regarding email access were approved.

• Approved expense for law enforcement laptop docking stations (3-0)
• Approved cloud-based back-up software licensing renewal (3-0)
• Delegated authority to the Chair to approve email access for employees on leave or terminated (3-0)
• Halted county vehicle purchases, requiring requests to be brought to the board (3-0)
• Granted Chair authority to approve organizational, administrative, and personnel decisions for 90 days (3-0)

1:30 p.m. Legal Counsel Update

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold a Legal Counsel Update meeting to discuss the 2025 Timber Sale and enter an executive session for multiple legal matters, including a lease at 500 NW 6th Street, a Wildfire Hazard Map Appeal, body armor acquisition, and county employee requirements related to the Sheriff and JMET. Following the executive session, they will take up the Wildfire Hazard Map Appeal again and vote on part-time remote work for a Financial Crimes Analyst and aligning a Solid Waste Specialist's hours with JMET detectives.

• 2025 Timber Sale Discussion
• Executive session on Communications Facility lease at 500 NW 6th Street
• Executive session on Wildfire Hazard Map Appeal
• Approval of part-time remote work for Financial Crimes Analyst
• Approval of Solid Waste Specialist to align hours with JMET Detectives

The Board approved moving the Wildfire Hazard Map Appeal to the weekly business session for public comment. The Board deferred decisions on part-time remote work for a Financial Crimes Analyst and work hour alignment for a Solid Waste Specialist until a full board is present.

• Approved moving Wildfire Hazard Map Appeal to weekly business session for public comment
• Tabled approval of part-time remote work for Financial Crimes Analyst
• Tabled approval of Solid Waste Specialist work hour alignment

9 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Board of Commissioners will consider several administrative actions, including a suspension of new mineral exploration permits and mining leases, establishing a voluntary resignation program, and approving a contract with J.B. Steel. Other items include nominations for merit awards, a letter of support for the Applegate Partnership & Watershed Council, and surplus vehicle sales. The board will also reset appointments to various county committees.

• Board Order 2025-012 suspending acceptance for mineral exploration permits and mining leases
• Board Order 2025-013 establishing a Voluntary Resignation Program
• J.B. Steel, LLC Contract (no dollar amount specified)
• Annual County Surplus Vehicles disposition
• Resetting appointments for Budget Committee, Rural Planning Commission, and Illinois Valley Airports Advisory Committee

The Board of County Commissioners approved a voluntary resignation program for employees to lower personnel expenses. They also authorized several board orders regarding property sales, mining permits, and committee term resets. A proposal to support the Fish Hatchery Bridge grant saw no action due to a lack of motion.

• Approved voluntary resignation program for county employees (3-0)
• Approved auction of annual county surplus vehicles (3-0)
• Approved J.B. Steel, LLC contract for Grants Pass Airport hangars (3-0)
• Approved Board Order 2025-011 confirming Sheriff's property sale proceeds (3-0)
• Approved Board Order 2025-012 suspending mineral exploration permits and mining leases (3-0)
• Approved resetting appointments and terms for Budget Committee and Illinois Valley Airport Advisory Committee (3-0)
• Tabled Resolution 2025-006 regarding Rural Planning Commission appointments
• Authorized letters of support for YMCA building purchase and Cedar Flat Management Project (3-0)

11:45 a.m. Budget Workshop

The Board of Commissioners is holding a budget workshop. No specific agenda items or discussion topics were listed in the provided text.

The Board of Commissioners met for a budget workshop to discuss O&M rates. The board decided to maintain the rates from the previous year, rejecting a recommended increase of three cents.

• Approved motion to keep O&M rates the same as the previous year (3-0)

3 p.m. County Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will discuss and possibly adopt a Voluntary Resignation Program for county employees. They will also review an invoice from Straight Up Elevator, discuss county-owned vacant space, and consider a contract with J.B. Steel, LLC for airport services. Appointments and terms for the Budget Committee, Rural Planning Commission, and Illinois Valley Airport Advisory Committee will be reset via resolutions.

• Board Order 2025-013: Establishing the Josephine County Voluntary Resignation Program
• Board Order 2025-015: Canceling the weekly business session the week of Feb 24-28, 2025
• Discussion of county-owned vacant space and current leases of county property
• Straight Up Elevator invoice review
• J.B. Steel, LLC contract for airport services

The Board of Commissioners approved $250 merit awards for four employees who assisted with a bus fire on January 8, 2025. Several other items, including airport hangar contracts and board orders, were moved forward to the weekly business session for further action.

• Approved $250 merit awards for four employees (3-0)
• Moved J.B. Steel, LLC airport hangar contract to weekly business session
• Moved Voluntary Resignation Program (Board Order 2025-013) to weekly business session
• Moved cancellation of Feb 24-28 business session (Board Order 2025-015) to weekly business session
• Moved Budget Committee appointment reset (Resolution No. 2025-005) to weekly business session
• Moved Illinois Valley Airport Advisory Committee appointment reset (Resolution No. 2025-007) to weekly business session
• Tabled Finance Report and Business Update

1:30 p.m. Legal Counsel Update

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will meet for a legal counsel update. The session includes discussions on mineral exploration permits, forest management, and county real property at 200 NW C Street.

• Order No. 2025-012 regarding the suspension of applications for mineral exploration permits and mining leases
• Harrang Long invoice and anticipated future expenditures
• Cedar Flat Forest Management Project Environmental Assessment public scoping period
• Josephine County Board of Commissioners Forest Management Policy Statement
• County real property located at 200 NW C Street

The Board of Commissioners approved signing annual federal land use coordination letters and authorized the chair to sign a support letter for the Cedar Flat Forest Management Project. The board also voted to be fully involved in negotiations for a new lease at 200 NW C Street.

• Approved signing and sending federal land use coordination letters (3-0)
• Authorized chair to sign support letter for Cedar Flat Forest Management Project (3-0)
• Approved full board involvement in negotiations for new lease at 200 NW C Street (3-0)
• Directed staff to place Order No. 2025-012 regarding mineral exploration and mining lease suspensions on the weekly business session
• Tabled discussion on a $5,000,000.00 forestry reserve fund floor for a future meeting

10 a.m. Budget Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold a budget workshop on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 10:00 am. The meeting is a workshop session, so no formal decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate (accommodation notices and livestream links) with no specific budget items detailed.

• No specific budget items, rezonings, contracts, or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

The Board of Commissioners discussed vehicle operation and maintenance rates and the $1.2 million fleet reserve fund. No formal votes or policy changes were decided during this workshop.

• Requested Public Works Director return with comparative vehicle rate data

10 a.m. General Discussion

The Board of Commissioners is holding a general discussion session with a presentation from the Association of O&C Counties, followed by other matters and commissioner comments. No specific ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Presentation from Association of O&C Counties

The Board discussed the history and purpose of the Association of O&C Counties and the management of O&C lands. The board agreed to revisit the topic of joining the Association when the full board is present.

• Tabled decision on joining Association of O&C Counties until full board is in attendance

1:30 p.m. Administration Workshop

This is an administration workshop of the Josephine County Board of Commissioners. They will discuss department business including assessor and surveyor office hours, an EMPG grant from Emergency Management, and IT telework capabilities. A closed executive session is scheduled to discuss national prescription opiate litigation. The board will also review a finance report, discuss audits, and consider the chair's memo on personnel goals.

• Emergency Management EMPG grant discussion
• Executive session on National Prescription Opiate Litigation (ORS 192.660(2)(h))
• Information Technology telework capability review
• Audits discussion
• Chair's memo on personnel goals

The Board of Commissioners updated the operating hours for the Assessor's office and granted authorization for an emergency management grant application. The Surveyor's office was granted an exemption from the standard Monday through Friday schedule. Several items regarding IT telework, audits, and boards and commissions were tabled.

• Approved moving Assessor's office hours to 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday (2-0)
• Approved exemption for Surveyor's Office from Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. policy (2-0)
• Authorized Director Sellers to sign the EMPG grant application (2-0)
• Tabled Finance Report and Business Update
• Tabled discussion on Boards and Commissions
• Tabled discussion on outside audits

2 p.m. Weekly Business Session

The Board of Commissioners will decide on a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Council 75, Local 3694, and consider setting a public hearing for Recreation Department fees. Other actions include terminating a sewage services agreement with the Oregon DEQ and approving the Fruitdale Cottages final plat map. The meeting also includes routine items such as consent calendar approval and public comments.

• Approval of collective bargaining agreement between Josephine County and AFSCME Council 75, Local 3694
• Order No. 2025-009: Setting a public hearing for fees charged by the Recreation Department
• Order No. 2025-010: Terminating a Memorandum of Agreement with Oregon DEQ for on-site sewage services
• Approval of Fruitdale Cottages final plat map

The Board of County Commissioners ratified a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 3694 and terminated a memorandum of agreement with the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality regarding on-site sewage services. The board also approved a final plat map for Fruitdale Cottages and set a public hearing date for Recreation Department fees.

• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with AFSCME Local 3694 (3-0)
• Approved Order No. 2025-009 to set public hearing for Recreation Department fees (3-0)
• Approved Order No. 2025-010 to terminate Memorandum of Agreement with Oregon DEQ for on-site sewage services (2-1)
• Approved Fruitdale Cottages Final Plat Map (3-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar for Feb 5 and Feb 6 meeting minutes (3-0)

10 a.m. Budget Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners is holding a budget workshop to discuss the upcoming fiscal year's budget. No specific agenda items or proposals are listed in the provided text.

The Board of Commissioners discussed proposed fleet rate increases and the use of a fleet reserve fund. No final decisions were made on the rates. The Public Works Director was asked to present alternative calculation options at a future meeting.

• Requested Public Works Director provide options for calculating fleet budget costs
• Scheduled follow-up meeting for February 18th at 10:00 a.m.

1:30 p.m. Legal Counsel Update

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will hold a legal counsel update meeting to consider a lease termination for county-owned property at 200 NW C Street (Library), revise Order No. 2024-074 for property management allocations, adopt a forest management policy statement, and review draft revisions to mining and marijuana business codes. An executive session is scheduled regarding national prescription opiate litigation. The meeting also includes additional subject matters from commissioners.

• Consideration of lease termination for county-owned real property at 200 NW C Street (Library)
• Revise Order No. 2024-074 to adjust Property Management allocations
• Adoption of Forest Management Policy Statement
• Draft revisions to Josephine County Code 5.15 (Mining)
• Draft revisions to Josephine County Code 19.99B (Marijuana Businesses)

The Board of Commissioners discussed renegotiating the lease for the Josephine County Community Library by June 30, 2025. The board also directed staff to draft a new order adjusting property management allocations. Other items regarding forestry policy and mining code were tabled or deferred.

• Agreed to renegotiate lease for 200 NW C Street (Library) by June 30, 2025
• Instructed staff to draft new board order adjusting property management allocations
• Tabled Forest Management Policy Statement for further research
• Deferred draft revisions to JCC 5.15 (Mining) for a future meeting
• Instructed staff to put JCC19.99B (Marijuana Businesses) amendments into ordinance form
• Tabled Executive Session regarding National Prescription Opiate Litigation
• Agreed to move Thursday Administration meetings to 1:30 PM

9 a.m. Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners holds an administration workshop to discuss department business, including a proposed quitclaim deed sale of county property at 631 Kinnikinnick Dr., O'Brien, to Khamtanh Mydouangchanh from a December 2020 auction, and an amendment to the Aramark Correctional Services operational agreement for the Sheriff's Office. Other items include public works invoices, a forestry vehicle purchase, and board discussion on elected officials office hours and capital improvements.

• Execution of quitclaim deed for sale of county property at 631 Kinnikinnick Dr., O'Brien from 2020 auction
• Amendment No. 7 to Aramark Correctional Services, LLC Operational Agreement for Sheriff's Office
• Public Works: Invoice for Gatt Electric, Inc. and Woodbury Fuel, and Forestry Vehicle Purchase
• Discussion of departments capital improvements requests and elected officials office hours
• Finance report and business update

The Board of Commissioners approved several operational contracts, including a food service agreement for the jail and a forestry vehicle purchase. The board denied a personnel request for a vacant planning position and tabled discussions on office hours and public records policies.

• Approved Aramark Correctional Services operational agreement amendment (3-0)
• Approved Quit Claim Deed for property at 631 Kinnikinnick Dr., O’Brein (3-0)
• Approved extension for four Community Development employees to work 4 ten-hour days (3-0)
• Denied PR request for vacant planning position
• Approved Gatt Electric, Inc. invoice (3-0)
• Approved forestry department vehicle purchase (3-0)
• Approved Woodbury Fuel fleet invoice (3-0)
• Approved revised job description for Human Resources Manager (3-0)

2 p.m. Budget Workshop

The Board of Commissioners is holding a budget workshop. No specific agenda items or discussion topics were listed in the provided document.

The Board of Commissioners approved proposed insurance rates and facilities rates. The board also agreed to proceed with changing the Internal Services Funds process. Requests for more information on animal shelter funding and the fleet budget were deferred.

• Approved proposed insurance rates
• Approved facilities rates at $0.90 per square foot with $0.40 depreciation (3-0)
• Agreed to continue changing the Internal Services Funds process
• Directed Sheriff and Public Health Director to provide more information on animal shelter funding

9 a.m. Weekly Business Session

This is a procedural weekly business session of the Josephine County Board of Commissioners. The agenda includes call to order, conflict of interest declarations, public comment, approval of a consent calendar consisting of draft minutes from prior meetings, and matters from commissioners. No substantive decisions or new business items are listed.

• Consent calendar includes approval of minutes from seven previous meetings (executive sessions, general discussion, workshops, and open session).
• Public comment period allows each speaker three minutes after stating name and address.
• Meeting is live-streamed on the county website.

The Board of County Commissioners approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from seven meetings held between January 27 and January 31, 2025. No other substantive actions were taken during the session.

• Approved Consent Calendar Agenda Items 5(a) (3-0)

1:30 p.m. Legal Counsel Update - CANCELED

The February 4, 2025 meeting of the Josephine County Board of Commissioners for a Legal Counsel Update has been canceled. No business will be conducted.

10 a.m. Open Session

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider the dismissal or discipline of the Board Administrative Secretary. The agenda includes both an open session item and an executive session (ORS 192.660(2)(b)) for the same personnel matter. No other substantive items are listed.

• Consideration of dismissal or discipline of the Board Administrative Secretary
• Executive session under ORS 192.660(2)(b) for personnel matter

The Board of County Commissioners reviewed investigation findings regarding a policy violation by the Board Administrative Secretary. Following an executive session, the board voted to terminate the employee's employment.

• Approved dismissal of employment for Board Administrative Secretary (2-1)

10:30 a.m. Executive Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners is holding an executive session closed to the public under ORS 192.660 to discuss labor negotiations and collective bargaining agreements with AFSCME and the Sergeant's Association. No public testimony or decisions are scheduled during this session.

• Executive session under ORS 192.660(2)(d)(f) for labor negotiations
• AFSCME union collective bargaining discussions
• Sergeant's Association collective bargaining discussions

The Board of Commissioners met in executive session to receive an update regarding AFSCME and Sergeant’s Association labor negotiations and collective bargaining agreements. No formal decisions were recorded.

• Received update on AFSCME and Sergeant’s Association labor negotiations

9 a.m. Administration Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners is holding an administration workshop to discuss department business, including a fairgrounds out-of-state travel request, human resources telework updates, and a revision to property management allocations. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss the potential purchase of real property and cybersecurity matters. This is a workshop; no formal votes are expected.

• Fairgrounds out-of-state travel request
• Human Resources telework updates
• Revise Order No. 2024-074 – adjust Property Management Allocations
• Executive session: County potential purchase of real property (ORS 192.660(2)(e))
• Executive session: Cybersecurity discussion (ORS 192.660(2)(p))

The Board approved a new 48-hour agenda material policy and simplified request forms. They also authorized the purchase of forestry department property and approved two software renewals and one hardware purchase. Telework agreements for eight specific positions were approved.

• Approved travel request for fair managers to testify in Salem
• Approved telework agreements for eight positions including Epidemiologist and Property Appraiser III
• Tabled revision of Order No. 2024-074 regarding Property Management Allocations
• Approved new agenda request forms and 48-hour material submission process
• Authorized Director Streeter to purchase property for the forestry department
• Approved two software renewals and one hardware purchase (3-0)

7 p.m. Town Hall Meeting with Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a town hall meeting to discuss Oregon Senate Bill 762 and the Oregon Department of Forestry Wildfire Hazard Map, focusing on how the legislation affects Josephine County residents. The goal is to provide a platform for those impacted by the map and related rules. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled. This is a public discussion meeting.

• Discussion of Oregon Senate Bill 762 and the Oregon Department of Forestry Wildfire Hazard Map
• Public forum for Josephine County residents affected by the wildfire hazard map
• No agenda items for voting or formal action

The Board of County Commissioners held a public meeting to discuss the impacts of Oregon Senate Bill 762. Presentations focused on property owner rights, property values, and wildfire risk mapping. No formal votes or policy decisions were made.

1:30 p.m. Budget Workshop

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners is holding a budget workshop. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and accommodations information; no specific items, decisions, or proposals are detailed.

The Board of County Commissioners approved the county reserve budget and a $200,000 forestry reserve. The board also approved the Internal Service Fund rate and two new staff positions. Several budget items, including animal control and facilities rates, were tabled.

• Approved budget calendar
• Approved $8 million reserve budget
• Approved $200,000 forestry reserve amount
• Approved Internal Service Fund (ISF) rate at 10%
• Approved Human Resources Manager position
• Approved System Support Specialist position
• Approved leave liability rate of 2.5%
• Tabled animal shelter, animal control, facilities rate setting, radio allocation, property reserve, fleet rates, and internal venders

9 a.m. Weekly Business Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will consider several administrative actions, including contracts for legal and psychiatric services. The board will also review requests for new radios and out-of-state travel.

• Indemnification Agreement with Boersma Family Farm, LLC
• Contract for Personal Services with Cauble, Furr & Beguin, LLP for legal services
• Contract for Personal Services with FasPsych, LLC for the Sheriff’s Office
• Sheriff's Office quote for new radios
• Out-of-state travel requests for Community Corrections and Veterans’ Assistance

The Board of County Commissioners approved several administrative contracts, including legal services and equipment for the Sheriff's Office. They also authorized grant-funded out-of-state travel for Community Corrections and Veterans’ Assistance staff.

• Approved Indemnification Agreement with Boersma Family Farm, LLC (3-0)
• Approved legal services contract with Cauble, Furr & Beguin, LLP (3-0)
• Approved contract with FasPysch, LLC for Sheriff's Office (3-0)
• Approved Sheriff's quote for new radios using drug forfeiture funds (3-0)
• Approved $28,000 grant-funded travel for Community Corrections staff (3-0)
• Approved state-funded travel for Veterans’ Assistance staff (3-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including five sets of meeting minutes (3-0)

1 p.m. General Discussion

The Board of Commissioners will consider a contract with Cauble, Furr & Beguin, LLP for legal services covering Planning, Building Safety, Solid Waste, and Code Enforcement. They will also discuss Oregon Senate Bill 762 and the Oregon Department of Forestry Wildfire Hazard Map. The meeting opens with a declaration of potential conflicts and ends with additional matters from commissioners.

• Contract with Cauble, Furr & Beguin, LLP for legal services (no dollar amount specified)
• Discussion of Oregon Senate Bill 762 and the state wildfire hazard map
• Declaration of potential conflicts by commissioners

The Board of Commissioners discussed the Oregon Department of Forestry Wildfire Hazard Map and approved a town hall meeting for January 31, 2025. A proposed legal services contract with Cauble, Furr & Beguin, LLP was referred to the weekly business session. Commissioner Barnett was granted authority to approve all county press releases.

• Approved Commissioner Smith to lead town hall on Jan 31, 2025
• Directed staff to place Cauble, Furr & Beguin, LLP legal contract on weekly business session
• Authorized Commissioner Barnett to approve all county press releases

9 a.m. Executive Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners meets in a closed executive session under ORS 192.660 to consult with counsel on employment disciplinary procedures and to discuss AFSCME labor negotiations. No public decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Consultation with counsel regarding employment disciplinary procedures – ORS 192.660(2)(f)
• AFSCME labor negotiations and collective bargaining agreement – ORS 192.660(2)(d)(f)

The Board of Commissioners authorized Human Resources to delegate over personnel issues. The Board also accepted the resignation of Director Steve Dobbs from the AFSCME bargaining team.

• Approved giving Human Resources authority to delegate over personnel issues (3-0)
• Accepted resignation of Director Steve Dobbs from the bargaining team

Budget Workshop

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for an administration workshop at 9:00 am and a budget workshop at 11:00 am. The agenda contains no specific items or proposals; it is a general workshop session.

• No specific agenda items listed beyond the workshop sessions

The Board of Commissioners reviewed department goals, general fund balances, and reserve funds. The board adopted the goals submitted by the departments. The workshop was continued to January 30, 2025.

• Adopted department goals

County Administration Workshop

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a workshop to discuss county administration, including personnel policy updates and department business. The session covers contracts for the Sheriff's Office and Community Corrections, as well as grant agreements for emergency management.

• Contract for Personal Services with FasPsych, LLC for the Sheriff's Office
• Amendment No. 1 for Secure Treatment Counseling Services with Mizrain Vazques
• US Forest Service Grant Agreement No. 25-DG-11062752-027 for Community Wildfire Defense
• Personnel policy discussions on vehicle tracking and CPI raises for non-union employees
• Resolution No. 2025-003 and 2025-004 regarding Josephine Housing and Community Development Council appointments

The Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously to forego their 2.4% cost-of-living adjustment for 2025. The board also approved several department contracts, a wildfire defense grant, and two housing council appointments.

• Opted out of 2.4% COLA raise for 2025 (3-0)
• Approved moving all staff to fairgrounds department by Feb 10
• Approved contract amendment for secure treatment counseling services
• Authorized payment of $36,397.40 invoice to Grants Pass Irrigation District
• Authorized $249,779.00 US Forest Service Community Wildfire Defense Grant
• Approved appointment of Suenia Villa to Josephine Housing and Community Development Council
• Approved reappointment of Roy Lindsey to Josephine Housing and Community Development Council
• Appointed Commissioner Smith as non-voting commissioner of the Cannabis Advisory Panel

Executive Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners is continuing an executive session from January 14 to consult with legal counsel regarding employment law and disciplinary procedures. The session is closed to the public under ORS 192.660(2)(f). No decisions or votes are expected to occur during this private session.

• Continued executive session from 1/14/25 to consult with counsel on employment law (disciplinary procedure) – ORS 192.660(2)(f)

The Board of Commissioners met in a confidential executive session to consult with legal counsel. The session focused on disciplinary procedure under employment law. No substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Weekly Business Session

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will consider and possibly approve a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Council 75, Local 3694, and two contracts for fuel tank decommission and installation. The agenda also includes approval of final plat maps for Hazel Hill Estates Phase 2 and Westralia Estates subdivisions, as well as citizen comments and consent calendar items.

• Approval of Collective Bargaining Agreement between Josephine County and AFSCME, Council 75, Local 3694
• Approval of Contract for Personal Services with M&M Services, LLC for Fuel Tank Decommission and Installation
• Approval of Contract for Personal Services with Wally Schmidt Electric, Inc. for Above Ground Fuel Tank Installation
• Hazel Hill Estates, Phase 2 Final Plat Map
• Westralia Estates Final Subdivision Plat Map

The Board of County Commissioners voted to reject a three-year collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME. The Board approved contracts for fuel tank installation and an annual transit software invoice.

• Collective Bargaining Agreement with AFSCME denied (1-2)
• Approved contract with M&M Services, LLC for fuel tank decommission and installation (3-0)
• Approved contract with Wally Schmidt Electric, Inc. for fuel tank electrical work (3-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar items 5(a) through 5(c), including Hazel Hill Estates and Westralia Estates plat maps (3-0)
• Approved Swiftly annual transit software support invoice for $76,092.06 (3-0)

Legal Counsel Update

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the use of opioid settlement funds and consider approving two contracts: one with Josephine County Treatment Court Foundation for treatment services for incarcerated populations, and another with OnTrack, Inc. for warm hand-off programs and recovery services. Other items include approval of a job description for Chief Deputy Treasurer, an indemnification agreement with Boersma Family Farm, LLC, and a revision to Order No. 2024-074 adjusting property management allocations. An executive session is scheduled for pending litigation.

• Discussion of opioid settlement fund allocations.
• Contract with Josephine County Treatment Court Foundation for treatment services of incarcerated populations using opioid settlement funds.
• Contract with OnTrack, Inc. for warm hand-off programs and recovery services using opioid settlement funds.
• Approval of job description: Chief Deputy Treasurer.
• Revision of Order No. 2024-074 for property management allocations.

The Board approved two contracts funded by opioid settlement funds for incarcerated population treatment and recovery services. The Board also agreed to hire a Chief Deputy Treasurer, which will increase the department budget by $30,000.

• Approved three-year contract with Josephine County Treatment Court Foundation for treatment services of incarcerated populations
• Approved one-year contract with OnTrack, Inc. for warm hand-off programs and recovery services
• Approved hiring of a Chief Deputy Treasurer
• Directed staff to place Boersma Family Farm, LLC indemnification agreement on next week's Consent Calendar
• Directed Legal Counsel to continue negotiations regarding Josephine County vs. Successor Trustee of the Van Duzer Family Trust

County Administration Workshop - 2:00 p.m

The Board of Commissioners will review several department and board items in a workshop session. They are considering awarding contracts for a new fuel station at Public Works, an intergovernmental agreement for transit's DBE certification program, and a final subdivision plat for Jones Creek Planned Community. Other items include a Fairgrounds emergency repair and various invoices.

• Contract award to M&M Services, LLC for new fuel station at Public Works
• Contract award to Wally Schmidt Electric, Inc. for new fuel station at Public Works
• Intergovernmental Agreement for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Unified Certification Program (Transit)
• Fairgrounds Dance Center Emergency Repair
• Jones Creek Planned Community Final Subdivision Plat Map

The Board of Commissioners approved the Jones Creek Planned Community Final Subdivision Plat Map and an emergency repair for the fairgrounds dance center. They also approved an intergovernmental agreement for the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program and a legal invoice for Harrang Long. Several fuel station contracts and a software invoice were moved to the weekly business session.

• Approved Jones Creek Planned Community Final Subdivision Plat Map (3-0)
• Approved $40,000 emergency repair for fairgrounds dance center awning
• Approved IGA for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Unified Certification Program
• Approved Harrang Long invoice regarding county clerk lawsuit and recall
• Approved sponsorship of a table at the Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet
• Appointed Scott Chancey as UPC representative
• Moved M&M Services, LLC fuel station contract to weekly business session
• Moved Wally Schmidt Electric, Inc. fuel station contract to weekly business session

Weekly Business Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a landowner petition to annex 6 acres to the Josephine Community Library District. They will also consider selling county land left from a sheriff's auction to Ireland Investments, LLC, and authorize a grant application for power and water development at Schroeder Park.

• Public hearing on annexation of tax lot 39-05-10-00-000300-00 (6 acres) to Josephine Community Library District (Order 2025-004)
• Approval of Order 2024-002: sale of county land remaining from Nov 14, 2024 sheriff's auction via quitclaim deed to Ireland Investments, LLC
• Approval of Resolution 2025-002: authorizing Recreation Department to apply for a County Opportunity Grant from Oregon Parks and Recreation for power and water sites at Schroeder Park
• Consent calendar includes minutes from Dec 31, 2024 and Jan 6, 2025, and Order 2025-005 on uniform procedure for setting recreation fees with a public hearing

The Board of County Commissioners approved the final subdivision plat map for Jones Creek Planned Community and authorized emergency repairs to the fairgrounds dance center. The board also approved an intergovernmental agreement for the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Unified Certification Program and a legal invoice for the county clerk.

• Approved Jones Creek Planned Community Final Subdivision Plat Map (3-0)
• Approved $40,000 emergency repair to remove fairgrounds dance center awning
• Approved IGA for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Unified Certification Program
• Approved Harrang Long invoice for county clerk legal counsel
• Approved sponsorship of a table at the Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet
• Tabled Finance Report and Business Update
• Moved fuel station contracts (M&M Services, LLC and Wally Schmidt Electric, Inc.) to weekly business session
• Moved Swiftly annual support invoice to weekly business session

Appointment of County Commissioner

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will conduct interviews and appoint a new county commissioner to fill a vacancy. A legal counsel update is also scheduled for the afternoon. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Interviews for county commissioner candidates
• Appointment of a new county commissioner
• Legal counsel update (1:30 pm)

The Board of Commissioners interviewed two candidates to fill the vacancy for Position 1. The Board voted to appoint Andreas Blech to the role.

• Appointed Andreas Blech as County Commissioner for Position 1 (2-0)

Legal Counsel Update

The Board of Commissioners holds a legal counsel update meeting, including selection of chair and vice-chair, discussion of non-union COLA, executive sessions on labor negotiations and employment law, consideration of a quitclaim deed for county land unsold at sheriff's auction, and approval of a contract for the Rural Fire Protection District.

• Selection of Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Non-union COLA discussion
• Quitclaim deed for county land to Ireland Investments, LLC (unsold sheriff auction)
• Approval of contract with Sorensen Ransom & Ferguson for Rural Fire Protection District

The Board of County Commissioners appointed a new chair and granted that chair temporary staffing authority. The Rural Fire Protection District approved a contract with Sorensen Ransom & Ferguson, LLP. A 2.4% COLA for 108 non-union employees took effect automatically.

• Appointed Commissioner Blech as Board Chair (3-0)
• Authorized Commissioner Blech to make board staffing decisions during other commissioners' absence (3-0)
• Approved contract with Sorensen Ransom & Ferguson, LLP for Rural Fire Protection District (3-0)
• Directed staff to place the sale of county land to Ireland Investments, LLC on the Jan 15 agenda

General Discussion

The Josephine County Board of Commissioners will review applications for a vacant commissioner position. The board will also schedule interviews for the appointment.

• Review of applications for appointment of County Commissioner
• Scheduling of commissioner interviews

The Board of Commissioners reviewed 16 applications for the vacant commissioner position. The Board agreed to interview two finalists, Andreas Blech and Herman Baertschiger.

• Agreed to interview Andreas Blech and Herman Baertschiger for County Commissioner appointment

General Discussion

The board will consider three orders: appointing a chair and vice-chair for 2025, assigning financial account authority, and designating the tax collector. Commissioners will also discuss a policy on 4-10 hour workdays and employees taking work vehicles home. Additionally, they will discuss county-owned real property at 200 NW C Street (Library).

• Order No. 2025-001: Appointment of chair and vice-chair for 2025
• Order No. 2025-002: Assigning authority over financial accounts
• Order No. 2025-003: Designating the tax collector for Josephine County
• Discussion on 4-10 hour workdays and employees taking work vehicles home
• Discussion on county-owned real property at 200 NW C Street (Library)

The Board of Commissioners appointed Ron Smith as Chair and Chris Barnett as Vice-Chair for 2025. The Board also voted to terminate the lease agreement for the library at 200 NW C Street, providing a 30-day notice to negotiate a new lease. Additionally, the Board designated the county tax collector and paused property management fees on recently sold forestry timberland.

• Appointed Ron Smith as Chair and Chris Barnett as Vice-Chair for 2025 (3-0)
• Approved Order No. 2025-002 regarding authority over financial accounts (3-0)
• Approved Order No. 2025-003 designating the Josephine County Tax Collector (3-0)
• Determined Public Health, Public Works, Community Development and Veterans Services must maintain 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. hours
• Authorized Emergency Manager, Juvenile Justice and Forestry to take work vehicles home
• Terminated lease for library at 200 NW C Street with 30-day notice to negotiate new lease (3-0)
• Paused property management fees on sold county forestry timberland (3-0)