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September 20, 2017
The Vandalism of History
The vandalism of statues is big news across America. While some of these events are connected to civil war monuments and the issue of slavery, this sort of crime has expanded to various statues that have little or no connection to the oppression of people. In fact, the perpetrators of these crimes have targeted (in error?) several monuments that promote peace and harmony between various people groups. The problem is, once people start thinking it is okay to protest something with violence, criminals start using this sort of behavior to cloak themselves with “civil rights” protection. The truth is that people who do this are criminals - nothing more, nothing less. Here in Idaho, it is easy to believe that we are safe from this sort of thing. Unfortunately, that’s not true. Several years ago, a hand-carved sign was stolen off of the Johnson Hill lookout south of Fairfield. Last year, someone took a sledgehammer to the welcome sign at that same location. And most recently, an individual drove a vehicle into the Sheep Monument at the north end of Hagerman. Whether it was greed, misplaced hatred, drunken stupidity, or just a foolish mistake, the result is the same - all of these communities have been grieved by a senseless act of violence. The easy response is to give in to political intimidation or to give up on simple human decency, but where would that leave us? In the tyrannical hands of a few spiteful individuals. Fortunately, we Idahoans are made of stout material and the communities that have suffered these events are fighting back. Folks in Camas County have repaired the damaged “Welcome” sign and are in the process of replacing the one that was stolen. Also, in a couple of months a special display will be installed at the Soldier Mountain Ski resort (watch for more information). In Hagerman, the Historical Society is raising funds to restore the damaged Sheep Monument which was donated to the community in 2013 by Bill & Deloris Jones in memory of his parents, Johnny and Ethel Jones, and the many other pioneer sheep families. If you would like to donate to this restoration project, contact the Hagerman Historical Society at P.O. Box 86, Hagerman, ID 83332.
Vandalism and violence only win when we give in.
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Fire Restrictions Lifted For Sawtooth Forest
On Sunday, September 17th, fire managers lifted fire restrictions for the Sawtooth North Zone. This area includes federal, state and private forest, rangelands, roads and trails situated in Blaine, Camas, Custer, and Elmore counties. These areas are located within the Sawtooth North zone and are described below: Sawtooth North Zone All Sawtooth National Forest, Twin Falls District BLM, and Idaho State and private lands north of Highway 20 to the northern most Sawtooth National Forest boundary. From Hill City east to the Craters of the Moon National Park Visitor Center. While the need for open burning restrictions has decreased in some areas, fire managers would like to remind the public that the accidental start of a wildfire can still be devastating. Be alert and be aware. Follow these tips to help prevent wildfire:
> NEVER leave a camp fire unattended > Keep water, dirt and a shovel near your fire at all times > Make sure your fire is dead out and cold to the touch before you leave it > Never use fireworks, exploding targets or tracer rounds on or near public land.
Do your part to keep the Magic Valley safe from wildfire. One Less Spark means One Less Wildfire. If you are planning a visit to public lands in these areas, please check with the Sawtooth Ranger District offices www. fs.usda.gov/sawtooth, the Twin Falls District BLM www.blm. gov/idaho, or visit www.idahofireinfo.com or Idaho Fire Info on Facebook.
Donate Your Wings
With many upland game bird seasons open, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game is asking hunters to donate a fully feathered wing for each bird they harvest. Because juvenile and adult birds molt their wing feathers differently, biologists can use this information to estimate chick production that year. Hunters can provide their wings to Fish and Game in a variety of ways. To find out how, go online to https://idfg. idaho.gov/rules/upland
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Notices of Upcoming Events & Meetings
Come Visit the Camas County Museum
This Saturday, September 23rd, is the last opening of the season. Come on in and see the what you will be missing! Tami Peck/Potter, Curiator
Forest Roads Closed
Last Monday construction began on the Skunk Creek Road (FS Road 011) that blocks access to Skunk Creek (FS Road 011) and OP Fletcher (FS Road 014). Please plan accordingly. For more information, please contact the Fairfield Ranger District at 208-764-3202. For additional information about the Sawtooth National Forest call 208737-3200 or visit the Sawtooth National Forest website at www.fs.usda.gov/sawtooth
Family & Pet Friendly at Draper Wood River Preserve
The Wood River Land Trust is teaming up with The Chamber to host a family and pet friendly Business After Hours at the Draper Wood River Preserve this Thursday, September 21st from 5-7 pm. Come on down to the Land Trusts’ pavilion next to Lions Park off Bullion Street in Hailey to enjoy tasty treats from the Wood River Sustainability Center and KB’s as well as beer from Sawtooth Brewery. Cornhole games will be set up and the Land Trust will be taking public feedback and giving an update on the progress of the Hailey Greenway Master Plan. The Bureau of Land Management will be sharing news about their new regional Travel Plan. Trailing of the Sheep Festival will have booth and since Draper Wood River Preserve is one of the most popular dog walking spots in the valley, the Animal Shelter of the Wood River Valley will have dogs and cats for adoption. For any questions, please contact the Wood River Land Trust at 208.788.3947.
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Musher Girls Soccer Teams Sweep 3
The Musher girls first through sixth grade soccer teams scored big victories in their opening games this past weekend. Leading the first and second grade team to a 4-1 victory was Ivy Ashmead on the strength of two goals. Emerie Smith tallied two more to finish off the hard fighting Orange Tigers. The fifth and sixth grade team decisively defeated the Narwhals 7-nil. Gigi Weber scored the opening goal in what looked to be a close fought contest. Then Harley Brown came alive and kicked in an amazing 5 straight. Gigi finished with a striker’s smash to the back of the net for the seventh. Anchoring the team’s tenacious defense was a break out performance by Tiana Bojorquez. The third and fourth grade team put together a complete game in a 4 to 1 victory. Captain Anna Botz lead the team’s grueling no substitution effort. The left midfielder scored one goal while her counterpart on the right, Charlie Lee, accounted for two scores. Kenley Olsen came out of her goalkeeping duties in the second half to finish the scoring for the Mushers. The other netminder, Hannah Swenson closed out the game with a smothering performance in goal. Games are Saturday mornings in Hailey. Come and see some exciting soccer and support your Musher girls!
Op-Ed: Future of ITD location in Shoshone
by: Sen. Michelle Stennett & Rep. Sally Toone Talking about the Idaho Transportation Department may not be a subject that gets your blood flowing – but this issue involves the lifeblood of a small-town Idaho community, the safety of rural Idahoans, and your tax dollars. The subject we’re talking about is the District Four headquarters for the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) in Shoshone. It has been a mainstay of that community for half a century. However, given its age, the building is not what it used to be. It needs a new roof, new windows, new HVAC system, you name it. The ITD has determined it would be easier and cheaper to simply buy a new building than renovate the current one. The problem is, they are considering moving the headquarters out of the city of Shoshone and into Twin Falls or Jerome. The potential economic blow to Shoshone is obvious. The city has a population of about 1,500 people. The ITD employs 60 of those people at District Four headquarters. According to a news report last year, moving the headquarters to a bigger city would drain Shoshone’s local economy of $250,000. There are also concerns about the negative effect a move would have on local property values and Lincoln County’s ability to attract new businesses. Then, there is the general safety of rural Idahoans. The ITD District Four web site says it all: “Idaho is home to a lot of rural roadways
that present some unique safety challenges.” Much of the 11,500 square miles in District Four is rural Idaho. Shoshone is in the center of all of that space – 50% of the District is north of Shoshone and 50% is south. The people who work in the Shoshone office understand rural Idaho first hand. That direct knowledge is what helps keep us safe on the roads of South Central Idaho. Finally, how would you like to save about $200,000? According to estimates provided by the ITD, moving the headquarters from Shoshone to Twin Falls or Jerome would cost around $4 million. Moving to a new location in Shoshone would cost a couple hundred thousand dollars less. Why pass up a chance to actually save $200,000? The only question we have is why this topic is even being debated. Moving the ITD’s District Four headquarters to a new location in Shoshone would (1) continue to boost the economy of a bedrock small town in Idaho (2) provide rural Idahoans with employees who understand rural Idaho first hand and (3) save Idaho taxpayers a big chunk of change. This is what we call a win-win-win situation. ----The ITD District 4 Board will be meeting Thursday, September 21st, at ITD Building in Shoshone (216 South Date Street). The building issue will be discussed starting around 12:30 p.m.
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Letter to the Editor
To our fellow community members, We have been receiving a lot of questions recently by our customers regarding the future of the Gooding Ace Hardware. We would like to clarify that we have not purchased the empty building, formerly the King’s Variety store, on Main Street. The Ridley family, owners of Ridley’s Family Market, have purchased this building. Moreover, there are current plans to introduce a competing retail store within said building. With that being said, our commitment to bringing convenient, friendly, and knowledgeable service to Gooding will continue; as it has for the past 40 years. We are knowledgeable in electrical, paint, which includes color match services; and plumbing. However, this is only a fraction of the stock we have! From housewares, to lawn and garden, and tools. If you are unable to find what you came for, we have special order options available or we can direct you to other locally owned businesses. We sincerely appreciate your continued support. We hope to see familiar and new faces for many years to come, Julie Loder and Staff
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Cup of Tee
The Idaho Arteries are starting to fill up. I’m not talking about our states waterways, in fact, most of the boats are being prepped for the winter. I’m talking about the dirt roads that run into paved roads, the same dirt roads that come out of fields. The arteries are filling with harvest rigs of all kinds. The timber industry is in our mountains and back by-ways expediting burnt logs for the summer’s fires. On the ag side, our state is busy with apples, various fruits and vegetables, onions, sugar beets, hay, silage, and of course... potatoes. In order to get those products to their destinations, a variety of machinery and trucks are needed. They may be working day and night due the window of our weather conditions. This week’s rain and last night’s snow skiffs amplify the short harvest time. We as the general public have to remember that our state is an ag state. If you are new to our state, be advised that we are. With that said, we have to be more cautious and extend courtesy with the harvest season. While driving at night one may come across odd light configurations. That probably is a harvesting machine of some type. It may be wider than the half of the road it is on. Slow down to be prepared for your meeting. Truck drivers do a pretty good job of keeping their lights in order, but sometimes vehicles get
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stuck and lights get torn loose. Anticipate turns and stops. The trucks that move our ag products have to turn into wide open fields, narrow fields, ditch banks, between buildings, and grades of all kinds. Extreme caution is advised when approaching and following these trucks. These harvesting trucks need a little room to negotiate the turns and the conditions of the geography. Trucks also need more room to turn at stop signs. Stop signs are sometimes a problem because everyone is in such a hurry they keep filling the stop sign area up while the truck, needing extra room, patiently waits to turn. Be courteous! Everyone gets where they need to go. Courtesy keeps the arteries open. Throwing hands in the air or implying fingers, because the general public was slowed a tiny bit, just creates unnecessary road rage between everyone. That is clogging our state’s arteries. Everyone needs to come and go in a safe manner. Bridges and our country roads need more courtesy as well. In our state, farm vehicles have the rightof-way. They also have the right to use the roads. During harvest season with a multitude of more vehicles on the road, we all need to work together to make the system we have established work to its best capacity as it was designed. This is my “Cup of Tee” in harvest.
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Pamela Louise Conant
Early Sunday morning September 10th, 2017, Pamela Louise Conant passed from this life into the arms of our Heavenly Father. Pam was born the eldest daughter of Sidney F Edwards Jr. And Carolyn Edwards on June 13, 1950 in Jerome, Idaho. Pam attended several elementary schools and graduated from Richfield High School in 1967. She went on to study at the Gregg Business College in Twin Falls, Idaho prior to meeting the love of her live, Timothy Wayne Conant. Pam and Tim were married on May 29, 1969, in Shoshone, Idaho. Together they raised two daughters, a son, and two grandchildren. Pam, Tim and their young daughters spent six years in O’Neil Basin on the Gilmer Ranch. In the winter of 1977 the family returned to Idaho and established their home in Dietrich until her passing. Pam spent her life in service to others as a spud and rock picking truck driver for area farmers, aid for the Shoshone Convalescent Center, 4-H Leader and Lincoln County 4-H Assistant, High School Rodeo Director, secretary for the Dietrich Fire District, and an employee for the Dietrich School. Pam kept score book for more years that we can count and took such good care of the coaches, teams, and officials, combine these years to the years she volunteered as a 4-H Leader, High School Rodeo Director, and seamstress and you can see how much Pam loved youth. After retirement from the school, Pam continued to stay busy attending craft fairs where she sold scarves and wild rags. You can find many cowboys throughout the northwest that have one of her wild rags!! Pam remained active in 4-H and sports through her grandchildren and adopted grandchildren!! In 2005, Pam was first diagnosed with breast cancer and continued to fight valiantly until the time of her passing. Some would say that cancer won but for us – she beat cancer by the way she continued to live her life with grace and unconditional love for all she in contact with. Pam loved all of her doctors, nurses and aids from the Shoshone Family Medical Center to MISTI of Magic Valley. We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone for loving our mom, grandmother, and wife and for giving so much support. Pam is survived by her husband, Timothy Conant; daughters Traci (Tracy) Perron, Tara (Alex) Hagen; grandchildren Dylan (Kaylee) Perron, Jessica (Mark) Bues, Vance (Jaycee) Perron, Kyle Perron, Ryan Perron, Thayne Hagen, Alexi Hagen, December Conant, and Coyote Conant; parents Sid & Carolyn Edwards, brothers Butch (Kelly) Edwards and Gayland (Cindy) Edwards, sisters Luann (Ron) Geer and Karen (Dick) Elliott; and multiple nieces, nephews, and friends. Pam was preceded in death by son, Cody Conant; brother-in-law, Dick Elliott; and her in-laws, Pete and Alma Conant. Services were held on September 16, 2017, at the Dietrich High school, Burial followed at the Dietrich Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pam Conant Memorial Scholarship fund at any Wells Fargo Bank. Condolences, memories and photos may be shared with the family by visiting the obituary link at www.demarayfuneralservice.com.
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Mary Jean Simis
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Mary Jean Simis, 85, of Gooding, died peacefully on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 in Boise, after a long and full life as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. Mary Jean Robertson was born on July 23, 1932 to Helen and Roswell Robertson in Twin Falls, Idaho. She moved to Gooding when she was very young, where her dad started the Gooding Seed Company. She spent most of her life there, living in the well-known red brick house on Main Street. She attended Gooding High School where she was elected student body president and graduated in 1950. After graduation, she attended college at Utah State University. In 1951, Mary Jean married her high school sweetheart Don Simis and they remained loving partners for 66 years. After Don’s graduation from Utah State University, they were stationed in El Paso, Texas for three months and Fairbanks Alaska for two years before returning to Gooding, where their three children were born. Mary Jean will always be remembered for her love of life, can-do attitude, optimistic spirit, love of family and friends and kind generosity for anyone who needed assistance in Gooding, the community she loved. Whenever there was a need in the community, she would be the first to pitch in and help. A talented musician, Mary Jean played the piano and organ for more than six decades at the Gooding Methodist Church, where she also sang in the choir. She used her talents to make every Gooding Rotary Club meeting more meaningful and to bring the gift of music to local weddings and funerals. Dinners and backyard gatherings with family and friends were always enjoyable thanks to Mary Jean’s welcoming smile and warm hospitality. These occasions were always punctuated with Mary Jean’s fine home cooking and delicious desserts. Her children especially remember Mary Jean’s fondness for fudge. After the kids went to bed, Mary Jean would start making fudge. Eventually the smell would drift down the hallway and into the bedrooms where the kids were still awake. Smelling the sweet aroma, the kids would stick their heads out of their rooms and ask, “Mom, what’s that smell?” Mary Jean would inevitably reply, “Nothing. Go to sleep.” Mary Jean’s life was a whirlwind of volunteerism and helping out neighbors. She was involved in numerous community activities, including volunteering for the Gooding Hospital Board and the Hospital Auxiliary Board. She also served in many leadership positions for PEO, Chapter G and the State Chapter. Mary Jean dedicated many volunteer hours to the Methodist Church in Gooding. She helped in the family business for many years while her husband and her brother, Larry, ran the company. Mary Jean & Don were honored as the state’s School Volunteers of the Year in 2011. In 201112. She and Don were also named Citizens of the Year by the Gooding Elks Lodge #1745. Don and Mary Jean had many friends throughout out the Magic Valley and Idaho, many of whom they met through the Pacific Seed Association. After Don retired from the Gooding Seed Company in 1995, Mary Jean and Don traveled extensively – touring Russia, Israel, Mexico, Panama and several countries in Europe. Mary Jean is survived by her husband, Don; and three children, Julie Gramer (Rod); Robert
Simis (Teresa); and Richard Simis (Joan). She is also survived by seven grandchildren: Bryan (Xiao) Simis; Stephanie Simis; Rose (Michael) Cole; Anna (Brett) Halverson; Molly (Jimmy) Wilkerson; Jennifer (Lukas) Gramer; Robert Gramer; and two step-grandchildren, Ryan (Kelly) and Brad Cloyd. She is also survived by five great-grandchildren: Jamey Cole; Lucy Halverson; Daniel and Mia Simis, Ella Brooks Cloyd. Mary Jean is also survived by her brother, Larry Robertson (Carolyn); Sister-in-law, Nancy Mortensen; Brother-in-law, Larry Simis (Lana). She is also survived by many special and life-long friends in Gooding and the Magic Valley that she considered part of her extended family and loved very much. They will miss her greatly. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary Jean’s name can be made to the United Methodist Church, 805 Main Street, Gooding, Idaho 83330; or to the Rotary Foundation. A celebration of Mary Jean’s life was held Friday, September 15, 2017 at the Gooding Methodist Church. Interment followed at the Elmwood Cemetery in Gooding. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – www.demarayfuneralservice.com.
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Lunch is served every Monday, Wednesday & Friday. -------------------------Friday, Sept 22... Chicken Alfredo Monday, Sept 25... Asian Chicken Wednesday, Sept 27... Roast Turkey
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Lunch is served every Monday & Friday at Noon. -------------------------Friday, Sept 22... Lasagna & Garlic Bread Monday, Sept 25... BBQ Pork Sliders
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death & service notices
LeRoy George Wilkinson, 72, a resident of Gooding, passed away on Friday, September 15, 2017 at Desert View Care Center in Buhl. Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced under the direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel.
Maxine Hanson, 96, a former resident of Fairfield, died peacefully at her home in Boise on September 14, 2017. A celebration of life will be held on Friday, September 29, 2017, at 1 p.m. at Hillview United Methodist Church (8525 West Ustick Road) in Boise, Idaho.
Rickey L. Helsley, 64, a resident of Boise, passed away on Monday, September 11, 2017 at St. Alphonsus Medical Center in Boise. Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Demaray’s Shoshone Chapel.
Richard Paul Lambert, 59, a resident of Gooding, passed away on September 13, 2017 at his home in Gooding. Funeral arrangements are pending under the direction of Demaray Funeral Service - Gooding Chapel.
Jenifer “Jeni” Lu Smith, 62, a resident of Wendell, passed away on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at St. Luke’s Magic Valley Medical Center in Twin Falls. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Demaray Funeral Service - Wendell Chapel.
Kathleen Vaught, 95, a resident of Shoshone, passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2017 at Diamond Peak (Safe Haven) Assisted Living in Gooding. Funeral arrangements are pending under the direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Shoshone Chapel.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR CAMAS COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: on Monday, the 2nd day of October, 2017 at 6:00PM or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, the Board of Commissioners of Camas County will hold a public hearing at the Camas County Senior Center, 125 Willow Ave West, Fairfield, Idaho, to receive a recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission in accordance with Section 67-6509 and 67-6511, Idaho Code. The purpose of this hearing is for the public as well as the Board of Commissioners to hear the recommendation to adopt and move private aircraft landing field or airports from 2-4A-4, Conditional Uses to 2-4A-3 Principal Designated Uses and add “and registered with the FAA”. A copy of the draft document is available at the Camas County Planning and Zoning Office.
A general summary of this provision of the Zoning Ordinance, Title 2, is as follows: The commission recommends the Board of Commissioners adopt and move private aircraft landing field or airports from 2-4A-4, Conditional Uses to 2-4A-3 Principal Designated Uses and add the language “and registered with the FAA”. This would allow private airports to be built in the Ag-80 zone. This allows the existing airports and landing fields to be in compliance with the zoning ordinance and no longer makes them non-conforming uses. Therefore under section 2-4A-3, Principal Designated Uses shall read “Airports, private and registered with the FAA”.
--Written comments will be received by the Planning & Zoning Administrator until 5:00 p.m. on September 28, 2017. Written comments previously submitted for all the public hearings will be admitted as part of the record at the October 2, 2017 hearing. Testimony at the hearing may be limited to five (5) minutes. Services for persons with disabilities may be made available by calling the Planning & Zoning Administrator at 764-2046 three days in advance of the hearing. Dwight H. Butlin Camas County Planning and Zoning Administrator published on 9/13, 9/20, & 9/27, 2017
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A Brief Synopsis of the August 2017 Camas County Commissioners Meetings
Commissioner Kramer made a motion to go into Executive Session per Idaho Code 74-206(1) (a) & (b) to consider personnel matters. A roll call vote A complete set of the minutes are on file at the Clerk’s Office showed all in favor. The Board entered into ExecuAugust 14, 2017 tive Session at 9:15 a.m. and contacted legal counsel The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Barb Matt Pember by phone. Upon a motion made and Cutler. Also present were Commissioner Travis Kramer, Commis- seconded the Board came out of Executive session sioner Marshall Ralph, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, Clerk at 9:25 a.m. Legal Counsel Matt Pember advised Korri Blodgett, and three individuals from the public. the Board that after looking into the matter, he has The Board reviewed the Agenda. Commissioner Ralph made a found that an Elected Official may receive nominal motion to approve the Agenda as posted. Seconded by Commissioner volunteer fees for services. Kramer. Unanimous. The board reviewed a Certificate of Residency The Board reviewed a letter of resignation from Commissioner Cut- application from a member of the community. Comler. Because of purchasing a home in District 2, she is unable to carry missioner Ralph made a motion to approve the apout her term as County Commissioner in District 1. Barb thanked the plication for college tuition. Seconded by CommisCounty for the opportunity to serve on the Board and represent our sioner Kramer. Unanimous. great county. Due to her resignation Commissioner Kramer is now The Board adjourned at 11:13 a.m. the Chairman and Commissioner Ralph is the Vice Chairman. Commissioner Kramer made a motion to go into Executive Session, August 28, 2017 per Idaho Code 74- 206 (1)(f) to communicate with legal counsel The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by regarding litigation. A roll call vote showed all in favor. The Board Chairman Travis Kramer. Also present were Comentered into executive session at 9:20.a.m. The Board came out of missioner Marshall Ralph, Prosecuting Attorney Executive session at 9:30 a.m. Commissioner Kramer stated that Matt Pember, Clerk Korri Blodgett, and an indithe Board would be postponing the public hearing on the Planning vidual from the public. & Zoning Board’s’ clarified recommendations until such time as a The Board reviewed the Agenda. Commissioner replacement is appointed to the District 1 position. Ralph made a motion to approve the Agenda as post Sheriff Dave Sanders met with the Board to review the Law Enforce- ed. Second by Commissioner Kramer. Unanimous. ment Policy Center Idaho Policing Policy Manual Subscription Based Commissioner Kramer informed the Board License Agreement. Commissioner Ralph made a motion to authorize that he had spoken to Lee Barron and the Central the Chair to sign the Agreement. Seconded by Commissioner Kramer. Committee would be submitting the names of Bill Unanimous. Davis, Delbert J.R. McMurdo, and Jeff Kreyssig, The Board adjourned at 5:15 p.m. to the Governor for appointment to District 1 Expenditure Funds: July Expenditures Justice Fund $6,298.66 Current Expense $4,443.00 Indigent $1,230.00 Road & Bridge $31,041.24 District Court $1,452.25 Revaluation $66.71 Health $500.00 Landfill $360.00 Noxious Weeds $15,492.62 Junior College Tuition Elections $79.55 Ambulance $2,846.87 911 Communications $1,847.94 State Fund $16,173.98 City of Fairfield $6,196.08 School District #121 $3,084.89 Cemetery District $1,078.77 West Magic Fire Dist. $240.68 Camas Mosquito Dist. $519.98 Camas County Library $2,524.72 July Payroll $122,610.89 June Totals $95,477.94 August 21, 2017 The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Travis Kramer. Also present were Commissioner Marshall Ralph and Clerk Korri Blodgett. The Board reviewed the Agenda. Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve the Agenda as posted. Seconded by Commissioner Kramer. Unanimous. The Board reviewed a Certificate of Residency application. Commissioner Kramer reviewed the College registration dates and when class begins, which is August 21, 2017. The individual applying has been out of the county as of August 16th, 2016, therefore she will need to apply in Elmore County.
Commissioner seat. Commissioner Kramer opened the public hearing for considering and fixing a final budget for
the 2017-2018 fiscal year. Treasure Gayle Bachtell expressed her concern with the notice that is placed in the paper. She feels that it is misleading in the salaries and wages line item as it includes insurance and buydown estimates. The Clerk will look at changing the wording to include insurance costs and then try to figure out a way to insert the Buydown deductibles in a lump sum elsewhere for next year’s budget. There being no other comments from the public, the hearing closed at 9:35 a.m. The Board will meet on September 5th to adopt the final budget. The Board reviewed the Mini-Cassia Juvenile Detention Center Agreement. Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve and sign the contract for fiscal year 2018. Seconded by Commissioner Kramer. Unanimous. Tami Potter from the Cemetery District Board met with the Board to discuss the cemetery roads that need to be built. The Board let her know that the Road and Bridge Department is willing to provide in-kind service by providing gravel for the cemetery roads but would not be able to build the roads. The Board reviewed a Certificate of Residency Application. Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve the application as she is a full time resident and does qualify for tuition. Seconded by Commissioner Kramer. Unanimous. The Board reviewed the meeting minutes of July 24, August 14, and August 21, 2017. Commissioner Ralph made a motion to approve the minutes as amended. Seconded by Commissioner Kramer. Unanimous. There being no further business the Board adjourned at noon.
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