Benewah County Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes
The Board of County Commissioners addressed several administrative and operational items. Key discussion topics included the canvassing of primary election results, a review of the hospital's fiscal year budget, and the establishment of a budget workshop schedule. The Board evaluated public works initiatives, including the removal of dumpsters at Flat Creek, the status of the 2026 dust abatement program, and the independent contractor agreement for solid waste services. Additionally, the Board reviewed preliminary plat approvals for rural subdivisions, approved a grant award for a taxilane project, and ratified a lease agreement for the EMS District building. The meeting also included departmental reports from the Assessor regarding appraisal practice changes and the Treasurer concerning financial collections, as well as an executive session regarding personnel and potential litigation.
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The Board of County Commissioners met to address various administrative and operational matters. Key agenda items included the approval of monthly claims, equipment and service procurement requests such as a printer for the building department and security fob upgrades, and the adoption of a resolution regarding personnel policy for direct deposits. The board reviewed updates on federally funded construction projects, passed an ordinance related to parcel division regulations, and discussed a solid waste service agreement. Additionally, the meeting covered departmental updates on public works and health district budget reviews, property easement discussions, and a presentation on the state deferred compensation plan. An executive session was held to address personnel matters, litigation, and exempt disclosures, resulting in the approval of legal representation for specific litigation.
Apr 27, 2026·Board meeting
Benewah County Commissioners Agenda
The agenda focuses on multiple administrative and operational items including the review of various expenditure requests for grants, training, travel, and software licensing. The Commissioners are scheduled to review the Benewah Community Hospital report, consider alcohol beverage licenses, and discuss various funding and consideration requests. Further discussions are planned regarding the setting of the FY27 budget public hearing, payroll procedure modifications, subdivision plat orders, and lease agreements. Additionally, the meeting will address property tax exemptions, emergency management declarations, solid waste management, and infrastructure projects including bridge replacements and tribal MOAs, concluding with an executive session to discuss personnel, litigation, and real property.
Mar 9, 2026·Board meeting
Benewah County Commissioners Minutes Of Meeting
The board discussed several items including monthly claims, financial performance and challenges of the Benewah Community Hospital, the adoption of a probation manual, and proposed fee schedule adjustments for local departments. There was a review of mineral right deeds, authorizations for federal parking lot usage, and approval of a collaboration letter with the City of St. Maries. A review of budget impacts due to state-level cuts was conducted, specifically regarding road budgets and overtime usage. The board also addressed various infrastructure and public works projects, including airport engineering contracts, solid waste management, and road maintenance concerns raised by residents. Extensive public comment was held regarding dumpster service removal, leading to a decision to postpone removal and pursue a consolidated, fee-based solution over a six-month period. Additionally, state and federal funding updates regarding PILT and SRS were presented, and an executive session was held concerning real property and personnel matters.
