September 19, 2016
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The Commissioners’ meeting was called to order in their meeting room at 9:00. All members were present.
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Consultant Gregg Dohrn was present to provide feedback to the Board regarding the Community Development department. Also discussed was the industrial development project.
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S. Kiss gave an update on a Forest Plan meeting he attended last week.
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Consent Agenda – Motion was made by K. Skoog to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion was seconded by S. Kiss. Motion carried unanimously. The Consent Agenda includes this week’s Agenda, the minutes of the Board’s September 12, 2016 meeting and the following items:
Investment Earnings (year-to-date):$20,477.34
Application for Advanced Travel Expense:
Sheriff –
Linda Rusho, RSO Coordinator Conference, October 11-13, Wenatchee, $135.00 for meals
Payroll Change Notice:
Sheriff –
David Bower, Resignation, Effective 9/01/2016
Approval for Sheriff’s Department to hireone Corrections Officer, one Deputy and two Dispatchers
Approval for Public Works to advertise for and hire on-call Maintenance Technicians (Plow Operators)
Approval for Treasurer’s office to purchase a Copy/Scan/Fax Machine
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M. Manus gave an update on a meeting he attended last week with the Panhandle Trail Riders Association. Also discussed werethe WSAC Board meeting and ambulance services.
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Perry Pearman was present via telephone conference call to discuss the upcoming LEPC drill.
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The Board recessed for lunch at 12:05.
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Community Development Director Mike Lithgow was present to review the upcoming public hearing.
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State Auditor Exit Conference – Those present: from the State Auditor’s office were Deputy Director of Local Audit Sadie Armijo, Assistant Audit Manager Alisha Shaw and Audit Lead Walter Green; from the County Fair Board were Jim Mathis and Linda Zucht; from the County were Auditor Marianne Nichols, Financial Manager Jill Shacklett, Risk Manager/Public Works Office Manager Teresa Brooks, Fleet Accountant Teresa Deal, Prosecutor Dolly Hunt, and Accountant II/Tax Specialist Nicole Dice; and, county resident Bob Eugene. Audits were performed on Accountability, Financial Statement and Federal Programs. There was discussion regarding audit highlights and the County Fair operations.
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D. Hunt was present to request an executive session regarding potential litigation pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) for 15 minutes from 3:00 to 3:15.
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D. Hunt was present for a legal update. Also present was B. Eugene. The group discussed the formation of an EMS District, the upcoming public hearing, and personnel.
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Colville National Forest District Ranger Gayne Sears was present for a Forest Service Update. Also present was B. Eugene. Topics discussed included the Forest Plan, the existing Tower Fire closure area, BateyBould, and roads.
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K. Skoog was excused at 3:50.
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Public Comment Period – County resident Guy Thomas was present. Also present was B. Eugene. G. Thomas requested the Board reconsider his previous request to bring Stanley Drive into the maintained county road system and mentioned potential litigation.
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At 4:35, M. Manus declared the meeting recessed until September 20.
September 20, 2016
The meeting resumed at 9:00 a.m. M. Manus was excused to attend a meeting with HiTest Sand representatives.
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Public Works Update – Present were Public Works Director Sam Castro, County Engineer Don Ramsey, Engineering Technician Gursimran Singh, and B. Eugene. Topics of discussion included: the Janitorial Services contract; the Jail regarding doors, economizer, risk management/liability training, and service contract bid for sewer backups; reimbursement to the Road Department from FEMA for storm cleanup; an upcoming public hearing to establish a county maintained road; CRAB Technology Demonstration Program use of a drone-like devicefor surveying; culvert specifications; and, the need for a second tipping floor at the transfer station.
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HUB International Northwest Account Executive Fred Lee and WRCIP Marketing Director Rhonda Rosswere present to discuss insurance options for the County. Also present was T. Brooks. M. Manus arrived at 10:45. The group reviewed comparisons of Washington Counties Risk Pool (WCRP) and Washington Rural Counties Insurance Program (WRCIP) coverages for Property and Casualty Insurance. Also reviewed and discussed were services offered through WRCIP and options to withdraw from membership.
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M. Manus provided an update on a meeting he attended this morning regarding the proposed industrial project.
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The Board recessed for lunch at12:15.
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Public Hearing – Wasatch Future Land Use Map/Rezone Proposal and Comprehensive Plan Update. Present were: M. Lithgow; Planning Commissionmember Judy Ashton; and, county residents Thomas Filipy, Cynthia Filipy, Erin Montgomery, Kayce Neumann, Rich Clark, Chery Clark, Nancy Peterson, Jeff Hawly, Dick Ashton, Jason Repp, Wayne Myron, Robert McCann, B. Eugene and Susan Hobbs. The hearing was opened and the notice was read. M. Lithgow explained the public comment process through the Planning Commission. The Commission’s formal recommendations were reviewed. Following questions and comments from S. Kiss and K. Skoog, the hearing was closed.
Motion was made by K. Skoog to approve the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program. Motion was seconded by S. Kiss. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by K. Skoog to approve the Capital Facilities Plan. Motion was seconded by S. Kiss. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by S. Kiss to adopt the recommendation of the planning commission and deny the rezone application of the Old Boy’s Ranch property. Motion was seconded by K. Skoog. Motion carried unanimously.
Adopting Revisions to the County’s Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map; Providing for Severability; and Establishing an Effective Date
RESOLUTION NO. 2016-32, COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING
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S. Castro was present to discuss the process of acquiring a bond. Also present were D. Ramsey and M. Lithgow.
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Correspondence Received:
9.10R. Smoldon-Timber Mountain Vegetation Management EA
9.11M. Conner-TEDD Membership Dues & Support
9.12N. George-Risk Alert
9.13WSLCB-Marijuana License Renewal, Green Peaks, 461 McCloud Creek Rd., Newport, Marijuana Producer Tier 2, Marijuana Processor
9.14Washington State Auditor’s Office-Exit Conference
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Correspondence Sent:
Washington State Auditor’s Office-Letter of Representation (with County Auditor)
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As of this date, the Board approved vouchers for payment as listed and made available by the Auditor’s Office. The following vouchers/warrants/electronic payments are approved for payment:
Salary and Claim
Current Expense$ 51,379.05
Counseling Services$ 3,046.07
Fair$ 1,379.21
Law Library$ 246.18
Park$ 1,671.83
Road$ 15,699.38
Growth Management$ 100.25
Low Income Housing/2060$ 2,204.51
Homeless Program/2163$ 2,550.95
Solid Waste$ 4,009.96
Sheriff’s Trust$ 288.00
TOTAL$ 82,575.39
Checks 159543 through 159627 totaling $79,431.16 and Electronic Funds Transfer 9140 totaling $3,144.23 dated September 19, 2016.
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Motion was made by K. Skoog to adjourn the meeting. Motion was seconded by S. Kiss. Meeting adjourned at4:30.
ATTEST: s/ APPROVED: s/
Clerk of the Board Chair of the Board
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