July 13, 2015
Salmon, Idaho
The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session pursuant to recess of July 6, 2015 with
Richard W. Snyder, Chairman, John Jakovac and Ken Miner present. The minutes of the meetings of
June 22, 2015 and July 6, 2015 were approved.
The following claims were approved for payment.
Current Expense
Road and Bridge
Airport
Ambulance
District court
County Fair
Indigent & Charity
Revaluation
Solid Waste
Tort
Weeds
Drug Court
Motor Vehicle Trust
Auditors Trust
Fuel Reduction Trust
911 Trust
Court Trust – Restitution
Drug Enforcement Fund
Grant Trust
JABG – Probation Officer Trust
Catastrophic Repayment Trust
Alternate Mobility/Transportation Fund
Waterways Trust
Revolving Weed Trust
$58,192.71
207,363.36
$
7.45
$ 3,958.26
$ 6,224.93
$
21.00
$ 8,059.63
$10,240.93
$ 9,661.65
$29,114.50
$ 467.25
$ 2,697.29
$
27.00
$20,074.74
$ 550.68
$ 4,050.22
$ 4,546.65
$ 166.00
$ 1,914.50
$
37.98
$ 1,290.97
$ 6,459.00
$ 726.38
$60,505.05
IN THE MATTER OF PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION APPLICATION
Assessor Jenny Rosin presented a property tax exemption request from Calvary Chapel Salmon. The
Board reviewed the request and granted the exemption pursuant to Idaho Code 63-602(b).
IN THE MATTER OF DEPARTMENT HEADS
County Clerk Terri Morton presented the Board with the Budget Officer recommendations for the Fiscal
Year 2016 budget. She pointed out several funds that still may need some adjusting. The Board will
review over the next two weeks and a budget workshop will be held at the next meeting. She then
received approval to adjust an ambulance bill to Medicare rate. County Sheriff Lynn Bowerman
reviewed a concern he had with his budget as submitted by the clerk. The Board will consider his
request when setting the final budget.
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Road and Bridge Supervisor Kerrie Cheney informed the board that they are looking at purchasing a
couple of used pup trailers. The Board then approved a $250.00 clothing allowance for Oil Distributor
Personnel. They then informed the board that they will begin oiling approximately 12 miles of road
soon. Kim then updated the board on the Courthouse Generator repairs. WUI Director Karin Drnjevic
reported that the University of Idaho did take some photos for the Bio-Char project that she should be
able to use in the video. She then reported that Idaho Department of Lands will be sending the
Memorandum of Understanding for the $150,000 Panther/Phelan Creek project. She also updated the
board on a grant in the Leadore/Lemhi area and that they are trying to get the funding increased.
County Treasurer Mary Ann Heiser presented the Joint Auditor/Treasurer report, the interest earned
report and the Urban Renewal payment report. She also reported on a class she took at training on
FMLA and software that she would like the county to consider purchasing that would aid in security
measures. Landfill Manager Ken Boese reports that all landfill employees have completed the
Hazwopper training. He received approval to purchase reference books concerning hazardous waste
identification. He then reported that Eastern Idaho Technical College will be conducting a 4 hour
training on the Waste Works Program and he will be attending or sending someone to attend. The group
then discussed the overflowing dumpsters especially at Tower Creek and Baker. After reviewing the
Budget the board instructed Mr. Boese to order a couple more dumpsters. A resolution will be prepared
to adjust the landfill budget.
IN THE MATTER OF MEETING AS A BOARD OF EQUALIZATION
The Board convened as a Board of Equalization pursuant to recess of July 6, 2015. The Bachman/Snook
appeal was continued to allow them to submit photos and proof that the home is not habitable.
Chairman Snyder reminded all parties that they were still under oath and Bachman/Snook submitted a
packet of photos that were marked as Bachman/Snook Exhibit 2. After further testimony and
discussion, John Jakovac moved and Ken Miner seconded to sustain the value of the assessor. The
parties were advised of their right to appeal and informed them that the information would be sent by
mail with the written decision.
The Board then addressed the appeal from Donald Huddleson of RP19N18E097201A,
RP19N18E099001A and RP19N18E.98401A. Assessor Jenny Rosin informed the Board that they have
investigated the Agricultural Exemption and found that the Ag Exemption should not have been
removed from the property. She recommended to the board that the agricultural exemption be applied
and the values reduced. Ken Miner moved and John Jakovac seconded to approve the
recommendation. The Board adjourned as a Board of Equalization.
The Board reconvened in regular session.
IN THE MATTER OF SCASDP GRANT
David Schroeder representing GEM Air appeared before the Board to request that the county apply for
the 3rd time for the Small Community Air Development Program Grant. He explained that the goal is to
restore year round service between Salmon and Boise. He asked that the County again pledge $10,000
per year for three years as a match for the grant and to be the sponsor of the grant. After discussion,
the Board agree to act as the sponsor, write a letter of support and to provide the match.
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IN THE MATTER OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT – MOU DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, INDUSTRIAL
PARK AND LEMHI RIDE
Economic Director Tammy Stringham, LCEDA board chairman Alan Howell and Lemhi Ride Manager
Candice Forshay appeared before the board to discuss several matters. The Board first reviewed and
signed a Memorandum of Agreement between the Idaho Department of Commerce and Lemhi County
for the purpose of providing funding support for the Rural Idaho Economic Development Professional
Program. Ms. Stringham then informed the board that the Industrial Park is now filled with businesses.
The Board and Ms. Stringham both agreed that capital improvement projects will be needed in the near
future and commissioner Jakovac suggested that the board might consider giving an Administrative Fee
payable to LCEDA management services. The matter was taken under advisement. Candice Forshay
reported that Lemhi Ride had 731 customers in June and Mr. Howell would like to review the county
Employee Manual and Insurance Policy so that both entities follow similar procedures.
IN THE MATTER OF COUNTY ASSISTANCE TO FIRE DISTRICTS FOR WILD LAND FIRE
Forest Service Representative Jim Tucker and Steve Frazee representing the local fire districts appeared
before the Board to discuss Wild Land Fire Costs and potential liability to the Fire Districts when they are
doing structure protection during a wild fire. They explained that are non-monetary assistance that the
county can offer to help offset some of the costs for the Fire Districts. After discussion, the Board
indicated that they are always willing to help the fire districts, but that decisions would need to be made
on a case by case basis.
Ken Miner moved and John Jakovac seconded to go into executive session pursuant to Idaho Code 313418 to hear indigent matters. Roll call vote was held. Miner – AYE: Jakovac – AYE: Snyder – AYE.
County Clerk Terri Morton presented the following case for consideration. After convening in regular
session, the following decision was entered.
Case No. 2015-044
Denied
There being no further business, the Board did adjourn until Monday, July 27, 2015 @ 8:30 a.m.
/s/ Richard W. Snyder, Chairman
ATTEST: /s/ Terri J. Morton, Clerk
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