Don Kalkoske

The meeting agenda covers a comprehensive range of administrative and financial operations, including the appointment of members to special districts and boards, the confirmation of the County Comptroller, and the approval of a shared cost agreement with the City of Winnemucca. Key discussion topics include budget augmentations for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, the adoption of revised financial and procurement policies, and the authorization of vehicle lease services. Additionally, the Board will consider the acceptance of various state and federal grants, the ratification of special liquor licenses for local racing events, and the approval of infrastructure projects, including HVAC upgrades and facility maintenance.

The board addressed various administrative and operational matters for the county. Key items included appointments to several regional boards and districts, acceptance of grants for human services and library programs, and notification of out-of-state travel for library staff. The board reviewed requests for public event permits, accepted financial reports, and conducted a public hearing regarding master plan amendments and zone changes. Discussions also covered sheriff's office equipment procurement and contract renewals, human resources policies including position reclassifications and attrition waivers, and the recognition of a public lands consultant for their service.

The meeting included discussions on the financial expenditures for the maintenance and improvement of water and sewer systems for both districts. The boards reviewed and approved expenditures for the specified operational periods. Financial reports detailing claims on cash, account payables, and various budget line items such as salaries, insurance, and fees were reviewed for the McDermitt Sewer District and the McDermitt Water District.

The meeting focused on the implementation of the 9-1-1 Five-Year Master Plan and ongoing advisory support. Key discussion areas included governance, financial planning, technology evaluation, and continuity of operations. The committee reviewed the financial budget trial balance for the 911 Enhancement Fund as part of the financial reporting.

The Board discussed various administrative and operational items. Key topics included a closed session regarding negotiations with the Humboldt County Law Enforcement Association, the approval of county expenditures, and the designation of the Comptroller/Auditor position as a critical need. Other business involved resolutions for debt management policies and capital improvement plans, approval to proceed with a delinquent tax auction, and the transfer of bond volume caps to the Nevada Rural Housing Authority. The Board also reviewed a rezone application, a new mobile app alert system agreement, a contract amendment for document technology, equipment purchases for the Detention Center, and staffing changes, including the creation of a Deputy Comptroller position and appointments to the Nevada Resource Advisory Committee. Additionally, updates were provided on road projects, the Grass Valley Wastewater Treatment Facility, and legislative bill draft requests.