The Commissioners Meeting Was Called to Order in Their Meeting Room at 9:15 A.M. Present

April 24, 2017

The Commissioners’ meeting was called to order in their meeting room at 9:15 a.m. Present were Chair Karen Skoog, Commissioner Mike Manus and Clerk of the Board Rhonda Cary. Vice-Chair Steve Kiss was excused for the week. M. Manus offered the invocation. K. Skoog led the flag salute.

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M. Manus provided an update from the AFRC meeting he attended last week. K. Skoog provided an update from LSC in Olympia and a meeting regarding the water banking agreement.

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Human Resources Manager Spencer Shanholtzer requested an executive session regarding collective bargaining pursuant to RCW 42.30.140(4)(a) for 1 hour from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Also present was Sheriff Alan Botzheim.

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S. Shanholtzer requested an executive session regarding collective bargaining pursuant to RCW 42.30.140(4)(a) for 15 minutes from 11:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Also present was Financial Manager Jill Shacklett.

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County resident Tom Van de Vanter was present to request a no wake zone on Diamond Lake due to property damage and land erosion caused by high water and boat traffic.

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The Board recessed for lunch at 11:45 a.m.

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The Board attended a meeting at the Emergency Operations Center regarding potential Spring flooding. Also in attendance were representatives from Pend Oreille County Emergency Management, Pend Oreille County Public Works, the County’s Fire Protection Districts, the National Weather Service, the Corps of Engineers, Ponderay Newsprint, Department of Natural Resources, the Forest Service, Kalispel Tribe, and the PUD.There were presentations regarding winter weather data, water management at the dam, flood authority during a flood event, and emergency operations materials and supplies available.

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The Board viewed a Joint Coordination meeting televised by Skagit County regarding North Cascades Grizzly Bear Reintroduction.

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Public Comment Period – There were no persons present for comment.

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Consent Agenda - Motion was made by M. Manus to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion was seconded by K. Skoog. Motion carried unanimously. The Consent Agenda includes this week’s Agenda, the Minutes of the Board’s April 17, 2017 meeting and the following items:

Investment Earnings (year-to-date):$9,139.10

Payroll Change Notice:

Sheriff-Communications –

Steve West, Longevity, $225.00/mo., Effective 5/01/2017

Sheriff-Deputy –

Jordan Bowman, Resignation, Effective 4/30/2017

Application for Advanced Travel Expense:

Chris Thibodeau, Corrections Academy, Burien, May 4-June 2, $358.45-mileage, $105.00-meals

Amendment 5 to 16BHO1937 Behavioral Health Services Program: MH Outpatient, Crisis, and SUD Outpatient

AGREEMENT NO. 2017-28, COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING

Amendment 6 to 16BHO1937 Behavioral Health Services Program: MH Outpatient, Crisis, and SUD Outpatient

AGREEMENT NO. 2017-29, COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING

Amendment 2 to 16BHO1938 Substance Abuse Block Grant

AGREEMENT NO. 2017-30, COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING

Award Purchase of Outfitting Sheriff Vehicles to Day Wireless Systems

Set Surplus Hearing

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At 4:45 p.m., K. Skoog declared the meeting continued to April 25.

April 25, 2017

The meeting room was available for refreshments at 8:30 a.m.

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K. Skoog opened the meeting of the Elected Officials and Department Heads at 9:00 a.m. Present were M. Manus, R. Cary, Assessor Jim McCroskey, County Clerk Tammie Ownbey, Auditor Marianne Nichols, Public Works Director Sam Castro, Probation Officer Scott Cornwell, Community Development Director Greg Snow, ITS Director Mark Lemen, J. Shacklett, Treasurer Terri Miller, Prosecuting Attorney Dolly Hunt, A. Botzheim, a member of the public, and Weed Control Coordinator Sharon Sorby. M. Nichols and J. Shacklett provided a presentationexhibiting current budget status. Also presented were reports and comparisons of the past 5 years’ revenues and expenses. The group discussed budget preparation for 2018 and possible implications of a cash flow shortfall.

K. Skoog spoke about her visit to D.C. seeking support of SRS funding. The Department roundtable followed.

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Counseling Services Director Annabelle Payne was present for an update. Topics discussed included the Eastern State Hospital and Regional discussion meeting on April 28, a time study within the department, a Community Forum on May 25, WISe services, a Fetal Alcohol Disorder training on May 8, a Healthy Youth Symposium on May 23, the Developmental Disability Council, the Health Coalition meeting on May 3, and recognition of May as Mental Health Month.

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G. Snow was present for a Community Development update. Topics discussed included amendments to applications, training for the Planning Commission, and a variance application.

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The Board recessed for lunch at 11:55 a.m.

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The Board convened in executive session regarding the potential sale of real estate pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(c) for 30 minutes from 2:25 p.m. to 2:55 p.m. Also present were D. Hunt and Planning Consultant Gregg Dohrn. T. Miller joined the meeting at 2:50 p.m. K. Skoog requested an additional 30 minutes to 3:25 p.m.

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Motion was made by M. Manus to sign the proclamation for BettyVerbrugge. Motion was seconded by K. Skoog. Motion carried unanimously.

A PROCLAMATION IN RECOGNITION OF THE HONORABLE BETTY VERBRUGGE

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Motion was made by M. Manus to send a letter to the state legislators regarding the Eastern State Hospital reimbursement fees. Motion was seconded by K. Skoog. Motion carried unanimously.

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Motion was made by M. Manus to pursue a potential agreement with the PUD on the sale of a 14-acre parcel of land south of Newport. Motion was seconded by K. Skoog. Motion carried unanimously.

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The Board convened in executive session regarding potential litigation pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) for 10 minutes from 3:30 p.m. to 3:40 p.m. Also present was D. Hunt.

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D. Hunt was present for a legal update. Also present was county resident Bob Eugene. Topics discussed included public records requests, a sub-contractor agreement, a no-wake request, marijuana, and water banking.

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Correspondence Received:

4.18M. Duncan-Supplemental Environmental Assessment Mill Pond Dam Removal

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Correspondence Sent:

Washington State Legislators-Eastern State Hospital Reimbursement Fees

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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$312,840.70

Counseling Services$ 63,211.44

Crime Victims Compensation$215.71

Fair$ 935.37

Park$ 226.39

Road$ 85,901.55

Emergency 911 Communications$ 8,958.47

Growth Management$929.44

Low Income Housing/2060$ 1,072.91

Homeless Program/2163$ 1,596.70

Public Facilities$ 2,406.82

Capital Projects$ 528.74

Solid Waste$ 19,169.66

Risk Management$ 3,972.32

Equipment R&R$ 116,701.27

IT Fund$ 13,034.16

Sheriff’s Trust$ 204.00

TOTAL$ 631,905.65

Checks 164388 through 164456 totaling $165,856.71 dated April 24, 2017. Checks 164379 through 164387 and 164509 through 164531 totaling $45,357.83 and Electronic Funds Transfers 12166 through 12356 and 12358 through 12364 totaling $445,319.02 dated April 25, 2017. Includes Jr. Taxing Districts.

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K. Skoog adjourned the meeting at 4:30 p.m.

ATTEST: s/ APPROVED: s/

Clerk of the Board Chair of the Board

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