Kathy M. Ackerman

Key discussion points included reports and updates from the IPSCC and PSAP committees, specifically addressing PSAP committee finalization of rules and bylaws, and updates on the NG911 committee's work, noting dependency on Ada County server upgrades for CHE upgrades scheduled for April/May. Cybersecurity evaluation needs were highlighted. Discussions covered D2/D1 PSAP updates, Lewis County grants, Motorola information submissions, and CHE equipment storage. The board addressed the need for hard questions regarding backup, consolidation, and standardization of systems and equipment among smaller dispatch centers. Updates were provided on the 2025/6 DIGB2 F.O.G., awaiting final agency counts before printing. Following the resignation of the 911 Program Manager, Sid Brown was appointed to cover the role temporarily; plans include scheduling a cybersecurity briefing. The group also discussed NG9-1-1 Core Services Information and the State/Regional GIS Initiative, emphasizing the need to clean up GIS data and match MSAGs. Furthermore, an update on the regional middle mile fiber project confirmed that groundbreaking occurred in the fall, with Phase 3 (fiber to the home) anticipated for March/April 2026.

The agenda for the meeting includes several key discussion points and potential action items. Topics scheduled for discussion are the IPSCC Representative and PSAP Committee Report, a discussion regarding Central Square CAD/RMS potentially involving a vendor presentation, and DIGB 2 Communication Information, which covers PSAP Call Routing/Backup Planning Coordination, Lewis County Grant(s) and Motorola -- IRON Information Updates, and the 2026 DIGB2 F.O.G. Additionally, there will be introductions and program information from the Statewide Interop Coordinator. Further discussions concern NG9-1-1 - GIS, including liaisons and contacts, and reports on District 1 & 2 Fiber and other communication projects. The meeting will conclude with open discussion regarding voting member criteria and qualifications.

The board convened and approved amendments to the agenda to include a Ridgewood Drive Repair modification and payment schedule, and a contract amendment for a Good Neighbor Authority contract. Claims totaling $763,399.82 across various funds were approved. Bids for the DIGB2 project (Nez Perce to Grangeville) were reviewed, resulting in an approved award to North Sky Communications. The board discussed road work assistance for Pine Grove Cemetery and the clean-up of the Elk City Dumpster Site, deferring final decisions pending further information, including a Fish & Wildlife permit status. A public hearing was held regarding a petition to vacate a portion of an alleyway in Harpster, which the board subsequently approved. A variance request concerning fence placement near Heath Drive, citing sight and road maintenance issues, was denied, granting an extension for relocation. The commission approved a request for a view-only license for Salmon River Ambulance to access the mapping program. Finally, the purchase of a lift for fleet maintenance, the designation of polling locations, approval of the L1 Certification setting levy rates, salary increases for FY26, wage adjustments for the Sheriff's Office, and per diem for an annual conference were all approved.

The session addressed several administrative and financial matters. Key discussions included proceedings related to indigent matters, approval of subordination requests, and a resident update concerning road repair plans for the Dewey Saddle area, where SRS funding renewal was noted as an issue. An update on the Airport Capital Investment/Improvement Plan was provided. The board approved claims totaling $112,612.15 for FY25 and $901,667.29 for FY26 across various funds. Further discussions covered proposed boundary changes by the City of Grangeville regarding Area of Impact requirements. The board approved combining the Jail Food and Jail Supply lines but voted to deny any HVAC change orders resulting from vendor bidding errors. The session included the canvass of the November 4 election. Actions taken involved approving the minutes from the November 4 meeting, approving an Order for Cancellation, and approving an Amended Scope of Work Agreement with JUB for the fiber optic project, as well as approving the Status Narrative Report for the Middle-Mile Fiber Project. Finally, approvals were granted for an Alcoholic Beverage License for the Crafty Hideaway, a Claim for Excess Proceeds, an Order for Annexation for Grangeville Rural Fire Department, and Idaho County Resolution 2025-22 for the Destruction of Elections Records.

The board convened during the December session. Key discussions and actions included several executive sessions requested for legal and personnel matters. The board approved a wage increase for the 4-H Coordinator and approved the promotion of Detention Deputy James Myers to Corporal, along with wage increases for two other employees for completing POST training. The board reviewed and approved current expense claims totaling $263,847.73 across various categories. Additionally, year-end Juvenile Probation reports and pass-through funds agreements were accepted. The commissioners approved a supplemental document for a Fish & Wildlife Permit concerning raven depredation at the Elk City dumpster site. Other approvals included Orders for Cancellation and a Catering Permit for the Silver Dollar Bar, as well as a Certificate of Residency and an Order Approving Waiver.