April 21, 2014
The County Commissioners’ meeting was called to order in their meeting room at 9:00am. All members were present.
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Board Reviews and Reports –
K. Skoog reported on her attendance at the Transfer of Federal Land Legislative Summit in Salt Lake City. There were
nine states present at the Summitt. She also discussed Saturday’s press conference with Utah State Legislator Ken Ivory,
noting it was picked up by Fox News as well as other news stations.
K. Skoog discussed Saturday’s cattlemen’s meeting regarding potential to pollute. Items discussed were dredging in Otter
Creek and the effect on counties; last week’s meeting with the Department of Fish and Wildlife and information requested
of DF&W; request for a depredation guide from DF&W; wolves; LeClerc Creek grazing allotment and history and triggering
of an Environmental Impact Statement. K. Skoog noted she received a call from Scott Nielson who said the Science Editor
for Range Magazine has been hired as a consultant by the Stevens County Cattlemen’s Association and he would also like
to involve Pend Oreille County.
M. Manus discussed Friday’s meeting with the Forest Service noting Department of Fish and Wildlife Conflict Specialist Jay
Shepherd was present and discussed depredation and grazing allotments.
K. Skoog discussed the need to approve a resolution regarding the transfer of public lands, noting it should be similar to
Montana and Nevada’s resolutions.
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The Board cancelled the Elected Officials and Department Head meeting for the month of April. A written update will be
send to that group.
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M. Manus discussed a visit with trout farm owner Pat Stahl regarding his liability concern for the Duncan Springs water
pipe which is on his property. This will be discussed with Prosecuting Attorney Tom Metzger.
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S. Kiss presented Hotel-Motel bills approved by the Hotel-Motel Board, recommending payment of the following bills:
The Miner: $272.04; KXLY TV: $960.00; and Visitors Guide Publication: $5,118.00. Motion was made by M. Manus to
approve the bills as presented. Motion was seconded by S. Kiss. Motion carried.
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The Board recessed for lunch.
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Public Works Update- Present were Public Works Director Sam Castro, County Engineer Don Ramsey, Fleet Manager
Brian Egland and Facilities Maintenance Supervisor James Batie.
S. Castro requested authorization to bid up to $15,000 on a low boy, noting the County has no means to haul our heavy
equipment. Motion was made by M. Manus to approve the request. S. Kiss asked for additional information regarding the
deck width and number of axels. After discussion, motion was seconded by S. Kiss to approve the bid request. Motion
carried.
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S. Castro requested approval to purchase a walk-in freezer for the Jail, noting three bids were received and American
Coolers is the lowest bidder at $7,353.50. The Board will be act on this within the Consent Agenda.
S. Castro discussed the receipt of bids on the Gabion wall project and requested authorization to reject the two bids that
were received. The Board will be act on this within the Consent Agenda.
S. Castro requested approval to purchase two metal containers for Solid Waste, noting they have three bids. The funding
dollars are funds received through the Solid Waste fund as well as grant dollars. The containers would be placed at the
Ione and Deer Valley sites. The Board will be act on this within the Consent Agenda.
Roads- S. Castro noted a call has come for RAC projects and Public Works is requesting $120,000 in funding for the West
Branch LeClerc Bridge No. 2. Also discussed was Duncan Springs, the closing out of the permit for surface mining from
the Smith Pit, and a letter received from a Fire Chief regarding an upgrade for road signs.
Building and Grounds – S. Castro provided an update on the Jail camera system, including DVR costs and the ability to
expand for additional cameras and storage space. He recognized James Batie for his work on this project.
General –
D. Ramsey presented a report on L&I work hours from 2006 through 2013.
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Executive Session- T. Metzger requested an executive session to discuss the performance of a public employee pursuant
to RCW 42.30.110(1)(g). Also present was S. Castro, D. Ramsey and Human Resources Coordinator Shelly Stafford.
Thirty-five minutes were requested from 2:45 p.m. to 3:20p.m.
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Prosecuting Attorney Tom Metzger provided a legal update. Items discussed were: Metaline Cemetery No. 2 vacancies
and the Duncan Springs water source.
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Public Comment Period – No members of the public were present.
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Forest Service District Ranger Gayne Sears was present for a Forest Service update. Items discussed were the Board’s
attendance at Forest Service meetings, Forest Service’s decision to do an Environmental Impact Study for the analysis in
reissuing the permit for LeClerc grazing allotment regarding the potential significant affect regarding habitat, water
temperatures, and the cultural resource concern in the north part of the allotment. K. Skoog asked about material changes
since the last time the allotment was approved. S. Kiss discussed historical items such as railroad beds, the tram and G.
Sears noted those would be looked as a ‘historical’. G. Sears discussed Coordinated Resource Management and noted
litigants bear the burden of proof. She noted the goal is to have a draft EIS by this Fall, unless they move into a
collaboration process which would move that date.
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Motion was made by S. Kiss to continue the meeting to April 22, 2014. Motion was seconded by M. Manus.
Motion carried.
April 22, 2014
The meeting was resumed. M. Manus was excused.
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Counseling Services Director Annabelle Payne provided a department update. Also present was Auditor Marianne
Nichols. M. Nichols asked for clarification on the call-out pay for crisis on-call work after hours. Motion was made by S.
Kiss to grant the non-union staff the same level of pay as the union staff regarding crisis on-call pay. Motion was
seconded by K. Skoog. Motion carried.
The following items were discussed:
Mental Health: May is Mental Health Month and Youth In Action from Spokane County has offered to come to Pend Oreille
County for a presentation. This is a youth driven mental health advocacy group, targeted for the 14-24 age range.
The new detention criteria regarding ‘substantial’ language takes effect on July 1 st. David Kludt, DBHR Program Manager
visited Counseling Services and provided a presentation, regarding the upcoming Involuntary Treatment Act changes.
Substance Abuse: There has been no movement with the chemical dependency provider ‘crisis’ related to the Medicaid
funding shift. The State has not responded yet to proposed ideas from the counties regarding changes in rates or payment
models.
The Chemical Dependency Taskforce stakeholders’ meeting is scheduled for April 23, 2014 with another meeting
tentatively scheduled for June 4, 2014.
A Chemical Dependency County Six -Year Strategic Plan is due June of this year. This is a contract and RCW
requirement. Due to the evolving ambiguity of the system, the State is allowing a Two-Year Plan as a intermediate step.
Developmental Disability: The DD Program just completed an internal quality assurance review with DD Advisory Board
members. This is part of internal auditing process and readiness for the Developmental Disability Administration audit
coming later in the year.
Prevention: The Cusick Panther Coalition is currently developing their strategic plan. The Cusick Grant Class (youthdriven) will be pursuing a planning grant for a permanent bathroom at the softball field, a MIP prevention program, a grant
for a track at the High School, as well as a math/learning experiment.
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The Board recessed for lunch.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION – S. Stafford requested an executive session to discuss collective bargaining pursuant to RCW
42.30.140(4)(a) for 30 minutes from 1:35 p.m. to 2:05 p.m. Also present was Sheriff Alan Botzheim.
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A. Botzheim and Undersheriff Grant Sirevog discussed the Sheriff’s vehicle fleet, identifying vehicles to be replaced due to
mileage and age, as well as the current purchase of replacement vehicles. The sheriff’s fleet contains 20 vehicles and
the goal is to have a replacement schedule of three vehicles replaced per year. The Board agreed that three rather than
four vehicles be replaced this year.
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S. Castro discussed a meeting with Republic Services’ repair for damage on the Solid Waste tipping floor. The damaged
area will be assessed by an engineer. A confirmation letter will be sent to Republic Services.
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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 April 7, 2014 meeting and the
following items:
Investment Earnings: $1,583.02
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Payroll Change Notices –
Weed Control:
Jan Rice, Weed Specialist III, $23.83./hour, Temporary Position extended through 12/15/2014, Effective
04/21/2014
Application for Advance Travel –
Sheriff: Eric Schutte, Marine Patrol BUI Class, Ellensburg, WA, May 5-8, 2014, $225.00
Approval of 2014 Salary Structure for Corrections
Counseling Services – Approval of Annabelle Payne as a Disability Mental Health Specialist and approval of letter
of recognized designation
Establishing Signing Authority for Counseling Services Policies & Procedures
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-9, COMMISISONERS’ RECORDING
Approval to purchase a walk-in freezer for the Jail from American Cooler Technologies
Approval to reject the bid proposals for track-hoe and operator work on the Sullivan Lake Gabion Wall Repair
project.
Approval for Solid Waste to purchase metal containers from the lowest bidder, Capital Industries
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Correspondence Sent:
Jim White-Appointment to Capital Facilities Group
Martin Robinson-Appointment to Capital Facilities Group
Les Waggoner-Appointment to Board of Equalization
Mary Hodges-Cates-Appointment to Board of Equalization
M. Sapp, Riley Creek Lumber Co.-Mineral Reservation Release
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Correspondence Received:
4.9
Washington State Liquor Control Board-l Liquor License Renewal for O’Rodden’s Pub and Eatery
4.10 United Stated Department of Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service-Proposing to list the Western Yellow- b
billed
Cuckoo as a threatened species. Public comment period closes April 25, 2014.
4.11 Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington-Public Hearing April 24, 2014, 2pm, 1222 N. Post St., Spokane.
Purpose of hearing is to receive comments on recommendations regarding services out to bid for 2015 in Planning
and Service Area #11 (Ferry, Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens and Whitman counties).
4.12 Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington-Public Hearing July 8, 2014, 1pm, 1222 N. Post St., Spokane.
Purpose of hearing is to receive comments on the proposed 2015 budget and service allocation plan for Planning
and Service Area #11 (Ferry, Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens and Whitman counties).
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As of this date the Board approved for payment the following vouchers as listed and made available by the Auditor's Office:
Salary and Claim
Fund
Fund Amount
Current Expense
$ 246,290.44
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Counseling Services
Fair
Park
Road
Veteran’s Assistance
Timber Sales
Auditor’s )&M
Trial Court Improvement
Extension Education
Capital Projects
Solid Waste
Risk Management
Equipment R&R
Sheriff’s Trust
TOTAL:
$ 64,402.99
$ 1,229.59
$ 9,300.00
$ 10,095.35
$
483.03
$
201.80
$ 13,440.84
$ 38,421.80
$
116.89
$ 1,797.75
$ 3,013.01
$ 1,579.90
$ 30,557.80
$ 1,740.00
$ 422,671.44
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Motion to adjourn was made by S. Kiss. Motion was seconded by M. Manus. Motion carried.
ATTEST: s/ __________________________________ APPROVED: _s/_________________________________
Clerk of the Board
Chair of the Board
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