Blaine County Board of County Commissioners Special Budget Meeting
The Board discussed the FY2027 Ambulance District budget, focusing on fiscal sustainability, service enhancements at the Greenhorn station, and contract adjustments for partner fire districts. Additionally, the Board reviewed capital improvement requests for the IT, Road and Bridge, Facilities, Sheriff, and Coroner departments, including upgrades to power-conditioning systems, road project planning, life-safety fire suppression installations, and facility parking expansions. Discussions also covered the contract for the Snake River Juvenile Detention Center and the allocation of funds for Commissioner Professional Services.
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Blaine County Board of County Commissioners Special Budget Meeting Minutes
The board reviewed fiscal year 2027 budget presentations for various departments, focusing on staffing, operational transitions, and capital needs. Discussions included Emergency Communications dispatch services, Sheriff's Office detention requirements, Human Resources recruitment strategies, and Probation department juvenile diversion programs. The board also addressed software and storage costs for the Prosecuting Attorney, IT system upgrades, sustainability planning, and election administration requirements such as voter outreach and future equipment replacement. The meeting concluded with an executive session regarding personnel matters and the approval of a letter of engagement for an external fact-finding investigation.
Jun 11, 2026·Board meeting
Blaine County Board Of County Commissioners Special Budget Meeting Minutes
The Board reviewed the draft five-year Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2027–2031, discussing infrastructure and project priorities. Departmental budget presentations were conducted for Facilities, Recycling, Noxious Weeds, Road and Bridge, and Administrative Services. Discussions focused on managing rising operational costs, evaluating potential staffing increases, and analyzing the financial implications of capital project priorities. The Board also evaluated performance metrics regarding public outreach and communication services provided by the administrative team.
Jun 9, 2026·Board meeting
Blaine County Board Of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Board rejected a bid for the Ohio Gulch Recycle Center fire sprinkler project due to excessive costs and explored alternative procurement strategies. Key financial actions included the acceptance of the 2025 Emergency Management Performance Grant, approval of the IOEM Prepayment Authorization for a microgrid scoping grant, and the hiring of a Sustainability Program Fellow. The Board also reviewed the Climate Action Certification Program, addressed HR recruitment needs, and heard reports regarding regional transportation and county service funding. Multiple land use applications were processed, resulting in the approval of the Rock Rolling Minor Plat Amendment, the adoption of Ordinance 2026-01, and the issuance of several findings of fact, while deliberations on the Rock Rolling Medical Office Building were continued to a future date.
