February 8, 2016
The Commissioners’ meeting was called to order in their meeting room at 9:00 a.m. All members were present.
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Lobbyist Zak Kennedy was present via telephone conference for a legislative update. Also present was County resident Bob Eugene.There was discussion of bills regarding the Wildland Urban Interface, property tax delinquencies and chemical dependency licensure.
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The Board discussed Wilderness and forest management.
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Public Works Director Sam Castro requested an executive session regarding the performance of a public employee pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(g) for 30 minutes from 11:00 to 11:30. Also present were Human Resources Manager Shelly Peters and Prosecuting Attorney Dolly Hunt.
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The Board recessed for lunch.
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Present for the Public Works Update were S. Castro, County Engineer Don Ramsey, Road District Supervisor Dan Reijonen, District 2 Road Foreman George Campbell, Survey Party Chief Monte Richter, B. Eugene and County residents Conrad Ervin, Deborah Smoldon, Shawn Bentley, Pete Smoldon and Floyd Christman.
S. Castro and M. Manus presented M. Richter with certificates of appreciation recognizing his years of service to Pend Oreille County and upcoming retirement. S. Castro also recognized G. Campbell for his work.
- Roads - D. Ramsey discussed projects including Cedar Creek Bridge, the West Branch LeClerc Bridge Purchase and the Rightof Way acquisition at Sandy Shores and Indian Creek.
- Buildings & Grounds – S. Castrodiscussed the water leak at the fairgrounds and the jail remodel request for bid.
- Solid Waste – S. Castro discussed the contract with Republic Services and equipment purchases.
S. Castro provided a draft job description for the ER&R Shop Supervisor.
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The Board discussed County roads, Solid Waste and the draft job description for the Shop Supervisor. Present were B. Eugene, C. Ervin, D. Smoldon, S. Bentley, P. Smoldon and F. Christman. S. Bentley had a comment regarding the containers at the Usk transfer station.
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D. Hunt requested an executive session regarding potential litigation pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) for 15 minutes from 3:00-3:15.
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Consent Agenda – Motion was made by S. Kiss to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion was seconded by K. Skoog. Motion carried. The Consent Agenda includes today’s Agenda, the minutes of the Board’s February 1, 2016 meeting and the following items:
Investment Earnings (through January 31, 2016)$1,222.99
Investment Earnings (year to date)$2,923.57
2016 Courthouse/Hall of Justice BU Salary Schedule
Memorandum of Understanding between the Youth Task Force and POC Counseling Services
AGREEMENT NO. 2016-5, COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING
Amendment #1-PRA 16002 between Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts and Pend Oreille Juvenile Court
AGREEMENT NO. 2016-6, COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING
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Motion was made by K. Skoog to adopt the Articles of Association and Bylaws of the North East Washington Counties. Motion was seconded by S. Kiss. Motion carried. Present were B. Eugene, C. Ervin, D. Smoldon, S. Bentley, P. Smoldon, F. Christman and Newport Miner News Editor Don Gronning.
Adopting Articles of Association and Bylaws of the North East Washington Counties (N.E.W.C.)
RESOLUTION NO. 2016-8, COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING
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Present for the Public Comment Period were B. Eugene, C. Ervin, D. Smoldon, S. Bentley, P. Smoldon, F. Christman and D. Gronning. F. Christman of Pend Oreille County Assembly reviewed resolutions passed in neighboring Idaho counties prohibiting Middle East refugees. A letter of concern was presented requesting the Board adopt a similar resolution for the safety of the County residents. S. Bentley discussed the civic-oriented Pend Oreille County Assembly organization.
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Motion was made by S. Kiss to approve the Interlocal Agreement with Spokane County relating to reimbursement for costs associated with the Little Spokane Water Bank Project. Motion was seconded by M. Manus. Motion carried. Present were B. Eugene and D. Gronning. K. Skoog was excused to attend the LEOFF1 meeting. (Agreement rescinded February 9 – see #15)
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Motion was made byS. Kissto continue the meeting to February 9. Motion was seconded byM. Manus. Motion carried.
February 9, 2016.
The meeting resumed at 9:00. M. Manus was excused until 9:30.
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S. Castro requested an executive session regarding the performance of a public employee pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(g) for 10 minutes from 9:50-10:00. Also present was S. Peters.
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Community Development Director Mike Lithgow and S. Peters were present to discuss customer service training for county employees. Also present was B. Eugene. The Economic Development Council will fund this training opportunity.
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Stevens County Commissioner Wes McCart was present via telephone conference call to discuss the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Spokane. Also present was M. Lithgow. The group reviewed the draft Grant Agreement between Spokane County and the Department of Ecology.
Following the conference call, the Board further discussed the topic. Motion was made by S. Kiss to rescind the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement originally passed February 8 pending language revisions. Motion was seconded by M. Manus. Motion carried.
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The Board discussed the reimbursement contract with the Forest Service. Present by conference call was Sheriff Alan Botzheim.
Following the conference call, motion was made by S. Kiss to approve the reimbursement contract with the intention of looking into adjustments for next year. Motion was seconded by M. Manus. K. Skoog was in opposition. Motion carried.
Modification 4 Cooperative Law Enforcement Annual Operating Plan with USDA Forest Service (12-LE-11062100-005)
CONTRACT NO. 2016-7, COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING
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The Board discussed the bylaws of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
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The Board recessed for lunch.
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The Board had a discussion regarding salary.
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County resident James Gibson was present to discuss Skookum Meadow Drive.
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Guy Thomas was present for an interview to discuss his interest in serving as a member on the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
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Dwight Opp was present for an interview to discuss his interest in serving as a member on the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
Motion was made by M. Manus to appoint D. Opp to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board for a term to be decided after the adoption of the bylaws. Motion was seconded by S. Kiss. Motion carried.
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The Board reviewed the Commissioners’ year-end inventory report for 2015.
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Correspondence Received:
2.06Pend Oreille Playhouse-Open House
2.07National Watershed Coalition-Membership Application
2.08D. White-Sacheen sewer project
2.09D. Hill-Sacheen sewer project
2.10Newport-Sullivan Lake Ranger District-Timber Mountain Project
2.11D. & K. Newcomb-Sacheen sewer project
2.12US Dept of Commerce-Government Units Survey
2.13Washington Dept of Ecology-Audit
2.14Pend Oreille County Assembly-Resolution Request
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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 $ 68,653.09
Counseling Services $ 10,068.01
Fair $ 222.58
Park $ 117.24
Road $ 34,042.97
Veteran’s Assistance $ 599.68
Extension Education $ 84.93
Capital Projects $ 4.85
Solid Waste $ 1,852.81
Risk Management $ 146.36
Equipment R&R $ 13,147.23
Sheriff’s Trust $ 1,746.00
TOTAL $ 130,685.75
The above includes checks 154145 through 154241 totaling $130,685.75 dated February 8, 2016.
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Motion to adjourn was made byK. Skoog. Motion was seconded by S. Kiss. Meeting adjourned.
ATTEST: s/ APPROVED: s/
Clerk of the Board Chair of the Board
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