Ken Cooper

The Special Session commenced with the Chair calling the meeting to order. The Commissioners immediately moved the proceedings into Executive Session to conduct deliberations related to labor negotiations, as permitted under ORS 192.660 (2)(d). The session resumed regular session subsequently, and no decisions were rendered during the Executive Session before the meeting was adjourned.

The timed item for the session involved the annual fire briefing. Forest Service staff provided updates indicating that the fire season was anticipated to commence in July, expecting normal temperature and precipitation levels. Staffing challenges were noted, specifically concerning mid-level management, with several engines unstaffed, although air-tack crews were fully staffed. Updates were also provided regarding operations at the Sheldon-Hart Mountain Wildlife Refuge.

The Work Session Agenda included a presentation by Community Solutions Innovators regarding the Draft County Strategic Plan. Other business items included a quarterly update from Outback Strong, discussions on appointing a Budget Officer and approving a schedule, adopting the Financial Policy for 2026, ratifying CRISI Grant #69A36526421450CRSOR, reviewing an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) between Lake County Community Justice and the Oregon DAS/Oregon Board of Parole, and reviewing the Association of Oregon Counties 2026 General Fund Dues. The agenda also noted provisions for Public Comment, special arrangements, and a potential Executive Session where no action will be taken.

The agenda for the Regular Session included public comment procedures and provisions for special arrangements and executive sessions in accordance with Public Meeting Law and legal consultation guidelines. Timed items focused on a report regarding Franchising Sanitation Service in North Lake County and the Lake County Public Transit Quarterly Report. Other business items slated for action or consideration included appointing a Budget Officer and approving a schedule, adopting the Financial Policy for 2026, ratifying CRISI Grant #69A36526421450CRSOR, approving an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with the Oregon DAS/Oregon Board of Parole, reviewing the Association of Oregon Counties 2026 General Fund Dues, and approving meeting minutes from previous sessions. The agenda also reserved time for Executive Session to consult with legal counsel regarding current or likely litigation.

Discussions included Commissioner Williams reporting on the Lake Community Health Improvement Plan partners touring the Outback Strong facilities, noting positive impressions from Oregon Health Authority representatives. A follow-up meeting was planned with Ryan Flynn of Pacific Power on October 8, 2025. The meeting was adjourned at 11:28 am.