Shelly Blackner

The document details the proceedings of multiple meetings of the Butte County Commissioners in March 2021. Key discussion topics included department updates from various county officials such as the Sheriff regarding the jail and dispatch project, the Treasurer concerning the senior center, and the Economic Development Director on unemployment rates and ongoing studies. Miscellaneous items addressed the review of a Legal Service Agreement, an update on building security camera installation timelines, a review of Second Amendment resolutions, and updates on propane servicing, COVID-19 status, the Butte County Business Center operations (including approval of a new Tenant Application and Lease), the Medical Indigency Process/Policy, and the proposed Butte County Wellness Challenge. The Commissioners also reviewed correspondence from the University of Idaho and the US Forest Service, and discussed the Arco Greenbelt maintenance. One special meeting was held specifically for the Canvass of Votes from the March 9, 2021 Election, and another for Metropolitan Designation, which involved approving a draft letter of public comment.

The agenda for the Butte County Commissioners meeting included multiple Executive Sessions for confidential matters under Idaho Code sections concerning medical indigent cases and other closed sessions. Action items covered the SF 424 Request for Government Assistance, collaboration with High Country RC&D regarding a grant for the Arco Incubation Center roof repairs, and various miscellaneous items. Miscellaneous topics included claims approval, discussion on election equipment replacement for ADA compliance, Department of Energy Memorandums of Understanding for the Sheriff's Office and Emergency Management, water rights for Moore RV Park, approval of a fencing contract for Moore RV Park, designation of an Absentee Precinct, approval of Public Defender Contracts, review of the 3B Juvenile Detention Center Report, authorization for deep cleaning of the Arco Incubation Center, discussion on Weed Department operations during the pandemic, landfill operations status with IDEQ, and a review of the Butte County Board of Guardians structure and membership.

The regular meeting covered discussions with the Fair Board regarding the budget process, where past procedures and relevant Idaho Statutes concerning Fair Boards and tax levies were reviewed. The Weed Department provided an update, noting the discontinuation of the River Bottom Project; in response, the Board approved pursuing landowner contracts to assist with this project and approved a Right of Way contract for the Lost River Highway. The proposal for the CWMA Noxious Weed Control Project Area was noted for submission. Concerns were raised regarding the airport's notification system (NOTAMS), runway plowing procedures, and the condition of the airport tractor. The County Treasurer notified the Commissioners of a pending tax issue. The Board entered an Executive Session to consider records exempt from disclosure regarding an Indigent case, which was subsequently denied due to an incomplete application. Emergency Management reported on weather advisories, noted upcoming educational sessions, and plans for a possible mitigation grant addressing flooding. The Board also approved claims for the period of January 26, 2016, through February 8, 2016. A subsequent combined meeting with the Airport Commission/City of Arco addressed runway plowing rotation, tractor repair, courtesy car procedures, NOTAMS protocol, hangar access, and payment procedures for an invoice from Mead & Hunt.

The board meeting covered several key agenda items, including the approval of amended minutes. Discussions involved entering and exiting executive sessions related to specific Idaho Code sections. Key actions included approving and signing the Department of Commerce agreement to accept a grant for an economic development director. The board also moved to change the budget hearing date from August 22, 2016, to August 29, 2016. Furthermore, Resolution 2016-03 was approved, designating the Butte County Sheriff's Office as the interim Misdemeanor/Juvenile Probation Officer. Claims totaling $73,407.73 were presented and checks ordered for the period of June 28, 2016, through July 11, 2016, covering various departmental expenses. Separate entries document a special meeting on July 20, 2016, concerning ten-year goals, an official meeting on July 21, 2016, for interviewing Misdemeanor/Juvenile Probation candidates, and another special meeting on July 22, 2016, to continue those interviews. The regular meeting adjourned until July 25, 2016.

The commissioners' agenda for July 27, 2020, included several action items and miscellaneous discussions. Key topics involved an appointment to the Butte County Commissioner District #2 seat, discussion and tour of the BIC Center, and an inspection of the Butte County Jail. The agenda also listed multiple closed executive sessions pertaining to budget review and medical indigence. Miscellaneous items scheduled for action or discussion included the approval of past meeting minutes, claims review, matters concerning the Little Lost River Recreation District, Certificates of Residency, Butte County Economic Development Property Tax Incentive, liquor licenses, Machinery Dam Funding, the 3B quarterly Report, Butte County Administration Building Landscaping, Landfill Operations & Closures, COVID-19 discussion, Burtenshaw property disposition, Gem Plan Financial Report, Economic Development Grant Award Acceptance, and Fish & Game/Champagne Creek concerns. The minutes also show that Matthew Hayden "Hootie" Langseth was sworn in as the new Commissioner for District #2. Subsequent to the regular meeting, a Special Meeting was held on August 4, 2020, specifically for a budget review of the 2020/2021 Fiscal Year.