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Volume 39 ~ Number 19 News from the Heart of Idaho Camas • Lincoln • Gooding
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Camas Lilies Having a Lack Luster Year Idaho Counties With the lack of moisture and an early spring, the Camas lilies (Camassia quamash) are having a light bloom this year and have started about two weeks early. According to local experts, this weekend may be the peak of the display. Although the blue flowers may not be as thick this year, a drive up to the Camas Prairie and a tour of the Centennial Marsh is still a great way to spend a day. On June 6th, the annual Camas Lily Days celebration in Fairfield will have to do without the flowers, but the Free Fishing Derby held at the Kids Pond one mile east of Fairfield, will have a brand new dock for
kids to try out thanks to the work of Fred Marolf. Fred has been helping kids (his own and others) have a great time at the Kids Pond for years, but with only two docks, it has always been a challenge finding a good fishing spot. With the permission of Fish & Game
and with help from a good neighbor, Fred is making easier for kids to fish. Last week, the first of four new docks was installed. The other three should be in by Derby Day, which will also be the first of Fish & Game’s “Take Me Fishing” events in the Magic Valley area.
Federal Representatives Hear Concerns On Monday, representatives from Senator Crapo, Senator Risch, and Congressman Simpson, met with business owners and local government leaders in Fairfield to talk about concerns and questions reguarding our federal government. David Hanks (High Country Fusion) expressed the concern that many small businesses have with the tax code. Last year, congress waited until the last minute to renew the Section 179 Deduction which allows businesses to expense the cost of capital assets in the year of purchase up to a certain amount. The result
was that businesses only had six days to make major decisions on capital expenses. Mr. Hanks said that sort of delay affected his company’s ability to hire employees and to bid on certan projects. To effectivelly plan for the furture, businesses (especially small businesses) need to have tax policies that they can rely on for at least 3 or 4 years. Fairfield Mayor, Scott Marolf, spoke about regulations and/or codes that cost communities money instead of helping them fix problems. continued on page 8.....
Designated Disaster Areas
WASHINGTON, May 6, 2015 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has designated five counties in Idaho (Blaine, Butte, Canyon, Custer and Payette) as primary natural disaster areas due to damages and losses caused by a recent drought. “Our hearts go out to those Idaho farmers and ranchers affected by recent natural disasters,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “President Obama and I are committed to ensuring that agriculture remains a bright spot in our nation’s economy by sustaining the successes of America’s farmers, ranchers, and rural communities through these difficult times. We’re also telling Idaho producers that USDA stands with you and your communities when severe weather and natural disasters threaten to disrupt your livelihood.” Farmers and ranchers in the following counties in Idaho also qualify for natural disaster assistance because their counties are contiguous. contued page 2
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Camas Day BBQ Lunch will be May 19th at the school. Remember to reserve you lunch by May 15th by calling 764-2472. It is very important that we know how many people will be eating that day! Lunch prices are: Pre-6th grade $1.85, 7th-12th grade $2.10, Adults $3.35. The menu will be hot dogs, chips, cookies and a drink. Hope to see you there!
The contest will again be held at Performing Arts Theater, Community Campus, 1050 Fox Acres Road in Hailey, Idaho. Last year the Novice Division successfully added a new dimension and level of participation to the contest. For 2015 we are considering ways to make the most efficient use of our contest hours. Two changes include Entertainment Events (except Train Song) on Friday evening and WaterWise in Fairfield: On June 9th, a FREE WaterWise Presentation will be Novice First Round to be held Saturday, in another room held at the Camas SCD Office from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Watch during the Certified Contest. Round Two Novice will be on stage. The Train Song Contest will be last event on for more information, or call 764-3223 or 764-2230. Saturday evening at the conclusion of the contest.
Wendell Book Store:
The Wendell Library Used Bookstore will be open every first and third Friday beginning May 1 from 11-3. Books are $4.00 a bag. The Rummage Sale will start Friday June 12, 9-5 and Sat. June 13, 9-4 during Dairy Days. Donations of books or rummage sale items are being accepted. They can be left at the library everyday 11-5 and 11-6 on Thursday/ 375 lst Ave. East, Wendell.
Camas County Fair
The Camas County Fair Board is looking for local food and craft vendors for the fair. All spaces are 10’x10’. Nonelectric:$10. W/110:$35. W/220:$60.
Lincoln County Fair Board The Lincoln County Fair Board is now accepting bids for fair week janitorial services to begin July 20th and continuing through July 26th, 2015. Call 208-539-4500 or send an e-mail to LCFair2@gmail.com for details.
NOTICE
The Camas Conservation District is updating their Annual Plan of Work. The public is invited to review and comment on the Annual Plan that contains the District’s objectives, goals and actions. Public comment can be made at the regular Camas Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. The office is located at 403 Soldier Rd. (Strickland Realty Building – South Entrance). Written comments will be accepted at the District office until June 5, 2015. Contact the District Administrative Assistant to schedule a time to speak at the meeting or if special arrangements are needed. Camas Conservation District ~ 208-764-3223 P.O. Box 156 ~ Fairfield, ID 83327 Please leave message with the date you called.
Special Event at Camas Senior Center
Pharmacist Visit
Wednesday, May 20th at 1 p.m.
Lukes’ Family Pharmacy will be at the Camas Senior Center next Wednesday to help individuals with medication management. Bring all you medications and make sure they are working safely with each other. This is a free service. Call 764-2666 for information.
Silver Spurs 4H Club
There is still time to join the Silver Spurs 4-H Club. Our first meeting will be at Jim Dandy’s Pizza on Thursday May 28th at 6:p.m. You can borrow a horse from a friend, relative or neighbor, ownership is not required. Hope to see you there. Contact tntawards@earthlink.net or 7642882 msg. OR the 4-H office for more info.
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Those counties are: Ada Cassia Bingham Clark Boise Elmore Camas Gem
Jefferson Lemhi Lincoln Minidoka
Owyhee Power Valley Washington
Farmers and ranchers in Malheur County in Oregon also qualify for natural disaster assistance because their county is contiguous. All counties listed above were designated natural disaster areas on May 6, 2015, making all qualified farm operators in the designated areas eligible for low interest emergency (EM) loans from USDA’s Farm Service Agency.
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SCHOOL BOARD ELECTIONS MAY 19, 2015
Richfield School District #316, Board of Trustees Zone 3: Jordana R. Vazquez vs. Michael Swainston Polling Place: Richfield Senior Center ~~~~~ Gooding Joint School District #231, Board of Trustees Zone 2: Jim Brockman vs. Denis Perron Zone 3: Randy Gasterrchea vs. Anthony Perkins Zone 4: Tim Pierson vs. Denise Childs Polling Places: Fairground 4H Building & War Memorial Hall
Yard Sale for Life a Relay for Life Event
May 16th at Columbia Bank 746 Main St, Gooding
Fill The Boot in Gooding
On Friday, May 15th, the Gooding Lions Club will be holding their annual “Fill The Boot” campaign. As you drive through Gooding, watch for firemen at the intersections of Main & 6th (StevesCooks) and Main & 4th (Schubert Theatre). They will start at 8 a.m. and end around 1 p.m. Every cent donated will be used to help provide eye appointments and eye glasses for our community members, and other projects. Lincoln County
4th Annual History Days
May 23rd and 24th in Shoshone Memorial Day Parade, Historical Displays Lost N Lava Dinner & Entertainment More information at www.lincolncountychamber.org. or call 886-7787 or 886-9811
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Dine-In or Take-Out
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Busy B’s Market
at the Billingsley Creek Barn in Hagerman
(17986 Hwy 30 ~ 1/2 mile north of Hagerman) Great gift items available from our many venders Handmade Hats, Crochet & Knit items Fresh Breads, Homemade Pies Jams & Jellies, Jewelry, and Novelties Breakfast and Lunch served all day Venders needed: call Bill 358-1409
Steve's Quick Service Complete Automotive Service Tune-ups ~ Oil Change ~ Alignments Groceries: Pop ~ Beer ~ Wine ~ Snacks ~ Hot Items 601 Main Street Gooding
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Teaching Children to Save
U.S. Bank - Tracy Gill and Conny Williamson visited the 3rd grade class of Camas Elementary to “Teach the Children to Save” Monday April 27th. Established by the American Bankers Association in 1997, Teach Children to Save lessons have reached six million young people across the United States through the commitment of 130,500 banker volunteers.
U.S. Bank Financial Genius is proud to support and promote the American Bankers Association’s Teach Children to Save curriculum. Visit www.usbank.com/financialeducation to find out more about U.S. Bank’s financial literacy efforts.
Camas County Historical Society
Fairfield Museum
The Fairfield Museum will start their season on Memorial Day weekend, May, 23, 24 & 25, from 11am to 4pm. The will also be open on Camas Lily Days, June 6th, from 11am to 2pm. This years special exhibit is a tribute to the “Native Americans” displaying local native art and New photo’s acquired by the historical society. Check out our new additions at the Museum ! ~~~~~
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Gooding County Museum May 20th ~ 7:00 p.m.
The 2015 speaker season well begin next Wednesday, May 20th, with life-long resident, Kelly Kast. Kelly is a former editor of the Gooding Leader and has a wealth of information about the history of Gooding County. There is no charge for admission and refreshment will be served. For more information, call the museum at 934-5318, Joani Pauls at 934-5366, or Kris Quigley at 490-7466.
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obituaries
Irvin Paul Wartluft
Irvin Paul Wartluft, 79, a resident of Gooding, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2015 at his home in Gooding. Irvin was born on September 5, 1935 in Bethel, Pennsylvania, the son of Paul and Beulah Wartluft. He was raised and educated in Lebanon, Pennsylvania. Irvin was a avid reader. He loved fishing and the outdoors. He proudly ran Wartluft Trucking for 34 years. After retiring from his business he continued to enjoy fishing, reading and loved spending time with his grandchildren. Irvin was a member of Who’s Who in Executive Professionals. He is survived by: two sons, Rulon Wartluft of Eden and Danny Wartluft of Jerome; three daughters, Tina Walston of Twin Falls, Terry Wartluft of Gooding and Paula Mason of Filer; two brothers, Harold Wartluft of Gooding and Richard Wartluft of Pennsylvania; three sisters, Shirley Coleman of Texas, Sandra Hartman of New York and Mary Wiesmann of Pennsylvania; 14 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by: his sister, Betty Wartluft; infant son, Randy; infant grandson, Gregory Jay; his parents, Paul and Beulah; and numerous ex-wifes. Memorial contributions may be made in Irvin’s name to: I.E.S.D.B. Foundation at 714 Main Street Gooding, Idaho 83330. A memorial service will be held on Monday, May 18, 2015, at 4:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Gooding with Pastor Roger Johnson officiating. Cremation and funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel.
death notices
Kay Anne Dunivan
Kay Anne Shindeldecker Dunivan, 69, of Apache Junction, Arizona, and formerly of Gooding, passed away Tuesday April 28, 2015. She was born July 9, 1945, in Gooding, Idaho, the daughter of Richard “Dick” Shindeldecker and Leora Carrico Shindeldecker. Kay was raised in Gooding and graduated from Gooding High School. She married Kenneth Dunivan on Thanksgiving Day, 1963. They made their home in Washington where they raised one son, Tracy. After 40 years in Washington, they returned to Idaho and lived in Burley, then settled in Apache Junction. Kay was a bit of a daredevil and enjoyed hang-gliding, riding in crop dusters, and doing barrel rolls in stunt planes. She also enjoyed traveling and spending time with her family. Kay was a devout Jehovah’s Witness. Kay is survived by her sweetheart of 52 years, Ken Dunivan of Apache Junction; their son, Tracy (Caroline) Dunivan of Mesa; her sister Betty Lage of Wendell; her brother David Shindeldecker of Boise; and many extended family members and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents. Graveside memorial services will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Wednesday May 13, 2015, at the Hagerman Cemetery (968 Cemetery Road, Hagerman, Idaho). Arrangements are under the care of Farnsworth Mortuary of Jerome.
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Timothy V. Henderson, 57, a resident of Gooding, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2015 at North Canyon Medical Center. No public services are planned. Jana Carol Bywater, 36, a resident of Gooding, passed away Sunday, May 10, 2015 at her home in Gooding. Arrangements are pending under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel.
Dawn Marie Piper, 40, a resident of Gooding, passed away Thursday, May 7, 2015 at St. Luke’s Magic Valley Irma Kathleen Brown, 87, a resident of Hagerman, Medical Center in Twin Falls. A memorial service will be passed away Sunday, May 10, 2015 at Stonebridge Asheld at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 13, 2015, at St. Eliza- sisted Living in Hagerman. Arrangements are pending unbeth’s Catholic Church, 1515 California St., in Gooding. der the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service.
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Senior Center Menus All menus are subject to change without notice.
Wendell
536-2730 (105 West Avenue A)
Lunch is served every Monday at Noon. -------------------------Mon. May 18: Taco Salad and... The FIDDLERS
from University of Idaho Extension
Fairfield
764-2226 (129 Willow Avenue West)
Gooding
934-5504 (308 Senior Avenue)
Lunch: 2.50 (2-9) $5 (10-59) $4 over 60 (suggested) Breakfast: (8 to 10) 2nd Saturday of the Month Call by 10 a.m. for take out. Also, please let the Center know if you have any special dietary needs such as allergies to food. -------------------------Friday, May 15 Chicken & Mashed Potatoes Tuesday, May 19 Chicken Enchiladas Wednesday, May 20 Baked Potato Bar
Lunch Suggested Donation $3.50 Breakfast: (7:30 to 10) 1st Saturday of the Month Fit & Fall Proof: Every Mon. & Wed. at 11:00 a.m. -----------------Thursday, May 14 Orange Chicken Monday, May 18 Mac n’Cheese Tuesday, May 19 Fish & Pesto Salad Wednesday, May 20 Chicken Strips
Shoshone
Richfield
886–2369 (218 N Rail St. W) 487–2722 130 S Main Street Lunch: $2 (2-9) $5.50 (10-59) $4 over 60 (suggested) Breakfast: 3rd Saturday of the Month (8 to 10) ----------------------Thur, May 14 (Rich) Soup, Sandwich & Lemon Pie Friday, May 15 (Sho) CBaked Potato Bar Monday, May 18 (Rich) Fried Chicken &Birthday Cake Tuesday, May 19 (Sho) Pizza & Garlic Bread Wed, May 20 (Sho) Soup, Sand & Peanut B. Pie The U.S. Dept. of Agriculture prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or marital or family status (not all prohibited bases apply to all programs). To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington DC 20250-9410 or call 800-795-3272 (voice) or 202-720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity lender, provider and employer.
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Welcome Spring! That means the sweet smell of irrigation water, the glorious sound of sprinklers ‘chicketing,’ and for some, the multiplication of mushrooms in their lawns. Strange to live in a desert and see mushrooms in a lawn. Yes, it is strange! Usually due to improper irrigation management. In Idaho, about two-thirds of residential water bills are run up on landscapes, whether they need it or not. Typically, homeowners pour on 50-80 inches each growing season—more than twice the amount that grass requires. Imperfectly designed, improperly maintained, or inefficient irrigation systems—and water running off slopes— explain some of this excess. But most commonly, Idaho homeowners waste water by simply irrigating more often than their landscapes need. When a dry spot shows up in your lawn, what’s the first thing you do? Rather than adjusting or repairing sprinkler systems or improving compacted soils with compost or humus, most homeowners just amp up the irrigation to their entire landscape. Which means the rest of the landscape will be overwatered. Applying less water in the cooler spring and fall months than in peak summer heat can cut your water use in half. Turning your automatic sprinklers off during rainstorms or adding a water shutoff device to your system can save gallons as well. Most important, however, is matching your sprinkler applications to your plants’ needs, which means first measuring how much water your system is really applying. To do that, gather a few empty soup cans, a ruler, and a watch, and follow instructions in University of Idaho Extension publications “Watering Home Lawns: How Much and How Often” or “Watering Home Lawns and Landscapes,” available at www.aginfo.uidaho.edu. If we could change just a few of our habits, we could save a lot of water. Each unnecessary irrigation is the equivalent of 104 showers, 52 baths, 52 loads of laundry, or 312 toilet flushes. My colleagues from the University of Idaho Extension added these water saving tips for this months article: • Select water-efficient, drought-tolerant ornamentals
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from lists available at www.extension.uidaho.edu/idahogardens or your local Extension office. Group plants according to their needs for both water and sunlight, says Susan Bell, Ada County Extension educator, and set up your irrigation system to supply high- and lowwater zones. Consider penstemons, native buckwheats, columbine, hyssops, daisies, blanketflower, sumac, and even roses for stunning flower beds that may need watering only four to eight times all summer, advises Steve Love, Extension horticulture specialist. Don’t install narrow, impractical strips of grass that serve no landscape purpose. Know for which benefits you’re growing turf—play areas, erosion control, natural cooling, and so forth—and plant only what you need and what you can adequately maintain, says Tom Salaiz, research support scientist and turf researcher at Aberdeen. Make sure your irrigation system is working efficiently and delivering water to the right places and in the right amounts. Remember that grass doesn’t waste water; people do. If you’re already managing your grass optimally, you can further reduce your water needs by growing drought-tolerant turfs. Consider turf-type tall fescues, says Jerome County Extension educator Jo Ann Robbins. Extension research conducted in 2003-08 in Jerome found that deep-rooted tall fescues can look good with just 40% of the normally recommended water. And, although it was still straw-colored in March, tall fescue that had been fertilized with nitrogen three times during the previous year greened up at least as well as Kentucky bluegrass by April in trials conducted by Robbins and Extension irrigation specialist Howard Neibling. Proper fertilization in early May, late June, and late September also minimized weed growth. Water deeply—at least 12 inches for grass—and infrequently, says Bell. To improve infiltration on clay soils, core-aerate in spring and fall and topdress with a quarter-inch of finished compost. To minimize sun-, wind-, and heat-related water loss, irrigate between dusk and dawn. Consider “smart” irrigation system controllers that are either climate- or soil moisture-based. Raise mowing heights to 3 inches during the summer. It will make a big difference in root growth—and your expanded soil-water reserve will permit longer intervals between irrigations. The taller blades tend to shade each other, reducing water use, and they don’t waste water and energy trying to regrow, Robbins says.
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Extension at the Library 2015
May 16: Composting at home. University of Idaho Educator Mario E. de Haro-Marti will talk about how to compost, different methods, and benefits of composting for your home and community. Workshop will be held Saturday from 10 to 12. For RSVP and more info: call the Gooding Extension Office: 208-934-4417 or the Gooding Public Library: 208-9344089.
Visit Your Public Library Today Wendell Public Library HOURS
11 to 5 Monday thru Friday ~ Open til 6 on Thursdays
375 1st Avenue East, Wendell ~ 536–6195
Richfield District Library 105 South Main Street ~ 487–1242 Tuesday 2-6 & Thursday 10-6
StoryTime Every Thursday - 10:30 a.m.
The Shoshone Library 211 South Rail West ~ 886–2843 ~ Open ~ Mon 12 to 5 Tue 3 to 6 Wed 12 to 7 Thur 10 to 4 Fri 12 to 5
Gooding Public Library 934–4089 ~ 306 5th Avenue West Regular Hours of Operation
Monday 12 to 5 Tuesday 1 to 8 Wednesday 10 to 5
Thursday 1 to 8 Friday 12 to 5 Saturday 9 to Noon
Camas County Public Library HOURS
Monday 12:30 to 8 Thursday 10 to 5:30 Tue, Wed & Fri 12:30 to 5:30
607 Soldier Road, Fairfield ~ 764–2553
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In the process of improving their water system, the City of Fairfield was forced to use PVC pipe due to federal rules that do not let local municipalities designate pipe matterial based on local conditions. While HDPE pipe is more expensive, it lasts twice as long as PVC. A PVC system will have to be replaced in 25 to 30 years, while a HDPE system will last 50+ years and the mantenance costs are far lower. State Representative, Steve Miller, also spoke about making decision on the local level. Federal rules allow conservation areas to be used for grazing, but the approval process takes so long it is nearly impossable to use those lands while the feed has any value. Desiree’ DeGiorgio, an insurance broker from Shoshone, brought up the subject of health care. One of her main concerns is the “family coverage glitch.” Many families meet the general requirements for assistance to buy insurance, but because the head of the household is not elligable as an individual, those families are being left without coverage. The congressional representatives said that this is a problem that has only come to light recently, and it is the sort of thing that is the direct result of having such a large piece of legislation (the Affordable Care Act) that no one was able to know what was in it. They also said this is the sort of thing they are working to fix - both at the legislative level and on a case-by-case level. If you have a problem that is the result of federal law, you are encouraged to contact one of the following offices: Senator Crapo - 208-734-2515 Senator Risch - 208-734-6780 Congressman Simpson - 208-734-7219 They will do their best to help you find a solution to your problem.
The Camas Athletic Booster Club is selling raffle tickets for TWO 3-Day passes to the Mountain Home Music Festival to be held July 31st thru August 2nd. Tickets are $10 each and only 500 raffle tickets will be sold. The winner will be drawn on July 11th at the Camas County Rodeo.
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Memorial Day period will soon be here. Once again The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3078 of Gooding is asking the Community for assistance in putting out crosses and American flags on Veteran graves and special blue flags for Auxiliary graves. The date is Friday May 22nd, 2015 at 6 p.m. at the Elmwood Cemetery. There are four sections and a clip board for each section with the Veteran and Auxiliary names, grave locations, and special instructions will be furnished. On Friday May 29th starting at 6 p.m. the crosses and flags will be picked up and returned to our storage location. We at VFW Post 3078 greatly appreciate your past assistance and hope you can join us once again to remember those who have gone before us in keeping the Light of Freedom still Burning. VFW 3079 Chaplain Donald K Larson 934-4887 or norwegin75@cableone.net
South Central Idaho RAC
Twin Falls, Idaho – The South Central Idaho Resource Advisory Committee (SCIRAC) will be accepting proposals for review and consideration for funding for Fiscal Year 2015. The proposal deadline is May 29, 2015. “SCIRAC participation enables local county residents to have a meaningful role in deciding how federal funds are spent on public lands,” states Julie Thomas, Sawtooth National Forest Designated Federal Official (DFO) for the SCIRAC. The funds are available through the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self Determination Act, which was reauthorized by Congress for two years. RAC-funded projects must be located on National Forest System Lands in Blaine, Camas and Cassia counties, or on nearby lands if the project will benefit resources on the National Forest. Projects can be completed by Forest Service personnel, through partnership agreements, or by open-bid contracting with individuals and corporations. The SCIRAC works closely with the Forest Service to recommend projects that will benefit forest health, fish, wildlife, soils, watersheds and other resources; maintains roads, trails and other infrastructure; or control noxious weeds. The South Central Idaho RAC covers the Sawtooth National Forest. Applications for RAC proposals can be obtained at http://www.fs.usda.gov/main/sawtooth/workingtogether/ advisorycommittees, or from the SCIRAC Coordinator, Julie Thomas at the Sawtooth National Forest Supervisors Office, 2647 Kimberly Road East, Twin Falls, Idaho or by phone at 208-737-3262.
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Fairfield Community Review
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May 13, 2015
At the invitation of the City, the Fairfield area will be 30 + Years Experience All Machine benefiting from a community review being conducted 8 to 5 M-F ~ 934-4992 Shop Services Competitive Part Prices June 24-25, 2015. 124 4th Avenue East All Makes & Models ~ Domestic, Foreign, As part of the community review process, residents of In Frame & Overhaul Kits Commercial the City of Fairfield and Camas County are asked to complete and send in a survey being mailed out in May. Residents are asked to mail their completed paper survey no later than June 1, 2015, to allow for the compilation of results. Along with the survey, residents of the City of Fairfield and Camas County are encouraged to participate in listening sessions on Wednesday, June 24th and a community meeting at North Canyon Medical Center, 267 North Canyon Drive, Gooding ID 7:00 pm on Thursday, June Please join us Saturday, May 16th at the main health fair event and enjoy a variety of health 25th at the Senior Center. information booths. Free breakfast will be served and tours of the operating rooms will be available. Community reviews have -------------------------------------------------------------------------------energized community and Blood Work Specials Blood Work Locations economic development efSaturday, May 16th 7-11am Chemistry Profile $35.00 - Broad screenforts in over 30 rural Idaho ing tool to evaluate organ function and check North Canyon Medical Center communities since 2000. for conditions such as coronary heart disease, 267 North Canyon Drive, Gooding diabetes, liver & kidney disease. Observations, recommenMonday, May 18th • Comprehensive Metabolic Panel dations, and resources are West End Senior Center • Lipid Panel Main Street, Buhl provided by a visiting team • TSH - Thyroid Tuesday, May 19th 7-10am of professionals who come • CDC - Complete Blood Count Wendell Senior Center from a variety of public Nothing to eat or drink 12 hours 105 West Avenue A, Wendell prior to this test. agencies, nonprofit organiWednesday. May 20th 7-10am zations, and private busi Glenns Ferry VFW Hall HgA1c $15.00 - Determines how well your nesses. 132 East 5th Avenue, Glenns Ferry diabetes is being controlled. Coordinated by the IdaThursday, May 21st 7-10am ho Rural Partnership, the Hagerman Valley Senior Center PSA $15.00 - Screens for prostate cancer Idaho Community Review 140 East Lake, Hagerman in men. Program is a collaborative Friday, May 22nd 7-10am project of the Association Golden Years Senior Center Testosterone $15.00 - Detects abnormal testosterone levels in men 18 years and older. 218 North Rail Street, Shoshone of Idaho Cities, Idaho Department of Commerce, the Registration Options: U.S. Department of AgriRegistration can be done the morning of your blood work, at any location. or pre—registration culture - Rural Developis available for your convenience. However, pre—registration fees are non—refundable. The folment, the U.S. Department lowing pre—registration options will be available April 15th - May 14th: Online at www.ncm—c.org · In person at NCMC (M—F 8am—5pm) · By phone 934-9692 (M—F 8am—5pm) of Housing & Urban Development, Idaho Housing For more information, please call 934-4433 & Finance Association, and 257 North Canyon Drive, Gooding • www.ncm—c.org University of Idaho.
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Board of the Camas County Commissioners Meetings Brief Synopsis of the April 2015 Minutes A complete set of minutes are on file at the Clerk’s Office
April 13, 2015 The meeting was called to order at 9:08 a.m. by Chairman Barb McMurdo. Also present were Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Commissioner Ron Chapman, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, and Clerk Korri Blodgett. The Board reviewed the Agenda. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the Agenda as posted. Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Unanimous. The Board reviewed an application for Certificate of Residency/Affidavit. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the application. Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Unanimous. The Board reviewed the bills as presented on the Claims list. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the bills as presented. Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Unanimous. The Board reviewed a claim submitted by Backstrom Machine. Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve the bill. Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo. Commissioner Backstrom requesed himself from voting. The Board reviewed a bill submitted by Valley Service. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the claim from Valley Service. Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo. Commissioner Chapman requesed himself from voting. The Board reconvened at 1:00 p.m. and reviewed the minutes of March 9th, 16th, and 23rd. Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve the minutes of March. Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom. Unanimous.
Expenditure Fund Totals:
Justice Fund $13,419.37 Indigent $200.00 District Court $442.47 Health $500.00 Noxious Weeds $4,816.59 Ambulance $4,859.01 State Fund $17,613.71 Snowmobile $0 School Dist #121 $27,152.57 West Magic Fire Dist. $27.96 Camas Co. Library $1,780.72 Waterways Fund $0 Historical Society $0
Current Expense $6,971.32 Road & Bridge $21,326.75 Revaluation $0 Landfill $360.00 Elections $582.07 911 Comm. $3,130.62 Legion Memorial $0 City of Fairfield $4,619.82 Cemetery District $84.16 Camas Mosquito Dist. $144.56 Jr. College Tuition $2,350.00 Range Improvement $871.62 March Payroll $108,371.10
April 20, 2015 The meeting was called to order at 9:05 a.m. by Chairman Barb McMurdo. Also present were Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Commissioner Ron Chapman, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, and Clerk Korri Blodgett. The Board reviewed the Agenda. Commissioner Backstrom
made a motion to approve the Agenda as posted. Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Unanimous. The Board discussed the name change of Craters of the Moon. Butte County has asked for support of the designation of 53,440 acres known as the original Craters of the Moon National Monument as existed prior to 2000, as a National Park, under the authority of the Congress of the United States by Article IV, Section 3, of the United States Constitution. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to adopt Resolution #170, in support of establishing a National Park at the original site of Craters of the Moon National Monument. Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Unanimous. The Board reviewed the Notice of Tax Deed Sale for publication. Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve the Notice of Tax Deed Sale, advertising the properties to be sold to the highest bidder with a minimum bid of $1914.31 for Parcel RP 003100020100, Lot 10 Block 2 Fairway Estates Subdivision, and a minimum bid of $669.54 for Parcel RP 01S117E350620, N2SE4NW4NW4NE4 Sec 35, T1S, R17E. Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom. Unanimous. The Board reviewed a proposed resolution to reopen the Noxious Weed Budget to show a BLM Grant. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve Resolution # 171, to reopen and accept BLM grant monies. Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Unanimous. April 27, 2015 The meeting was called to order at 9:05 a.m. by Chairman Barb McMurdo. Also present were Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Commissioner Ron Chapman, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, and Clerk Korri Blodgett. The Board reviewed the Agenda. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the Agenda. Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Unanimous. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to amend the Agenda to include reviewing an Annual Wildlife Habitat Exemption Application and Annual Report, as it had to be dealt with in a timely manner. Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Unanimous. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the Wildlife Habitat Exemption Application and Annual Report for Parcel RP 02N14E327800 A, known as the Soldier Creek Preserve. Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom. Unanimous. The Board reviewed an Amendment to the Electronic Transaction and Access Agreement. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the Electronic Transaction and Access Agreement. Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Unanimous. The Board reviewed the Frontier billing. It was the consensus of the Board to go with the Frontier internet as a backup to the internet service we are currently using as it will be a cost savings to the county to subscribe to that package. The Board adjourned at 11:45 a.m.
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