NYE COUNTY AGENDA INFORMATION FORM X Action 0 Presentation a Presentation & Action Agenda Number Department: Nye County Clerk 11 Category: Contact: Sandra Merlino Phone: 482-7332 Continued from meeting of: I 1 Return to: I Location: Phone: Action requested: (Include what, with whom, when, where, why, how much ($) and terms)
Approval of the BOCC Minutes for : April 6, 2004 and May II, 2004 Special Teleconference
Complete description of requested action: (Include, if applicable, background, impact, long-term commitment, existing county policy, future goals, obtained by competitive bid, accountability measures)
Approval of the BBCC Minutes
Any information provided after the agenda is published or during the meeting of the Commissioners will require you to provide 10 copies: one for each Commissioner, one for the Clerk, one for the District Attorney, one for the Public and two for the County Manager. Contracts or documents requiring signature must be submitted with three original copies.
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Agenda Item No.: 1. Department Name: 2. Financial Contact Person: Direct Phone 3. Personnel Contact Person Direct Phone 4. Was the Budget Director consulted during the completion of this form (Y or N )? 5. Does this item require a budget adjustment to be made (Y or N)? 6. Account Number Data: (Complete for all revenue and expenditure lines and for all fiscal years that are impacted. Budgeted: Y=Yes, N=No, A=Absorbed in budget (state how under "Comments" section below.)
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Completed by: Date: Signature Page 1 Date 4/06/04
Pursuant to NRS, the Nye County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 8:30 a.m. in Commissioner Chambers Tonopah, Nevada
Henry Neth, Chairman Candice Trummell, Vice-Chairperson Patricia Cox, Commissioner Joni Eastley, Commissioner Midge Carver, Commissioner Erik Levin, Deputy District Attorney Sandra "Sam" Merlino, Ex-Officio Clerk of the Board Michael Maher, County Manager
Also present: Ron Kent, Deputy District Attorney; Susan E. Wharff, Deputy County Clerk; DanRa Boscovich, Certified Shorthand Reporter.
I.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA FOR THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' MEETING(S) OF APRIL 6,2004.
Michael Maher, Nye County Manager, removed agenda items 7, 10, 11, 14, 17, 18, 19, 25, 27, 29, 32 and stated item 31E to 31A.
3. READING AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' MEETING(S) FOR FEBRUARY 3,2004 AND MARCH 2,
Commissioner Cox stated a correction needed to be made to February 3, 2004 minutes on Page #7, item 12J, second paragraph. She stated it should have read Commissioner Office Law Library as the location.
Commissioner Cox made a motion to approve; seconded by Commissioner Eastley; 5 yeas.
4. AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS (10:30 A.M. AGENDA ITEM1
5. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Cox stated there was a BOCC teleconference scheduled for April 8, 2004 at 9:00 a.m. and at 1:30 p.m. a BOCC Workshop at the Bob Ruud Community Center in Pahrump. She also stated there was a meeting of the Nevada State Office of Energy & Renewable Resources on April 20,2004 from 6:00 to 9:30 in Pahrump and April 21, 2004 in Tonopah from 6:00 to 9:30 p.m. Page 2 Date 04/06/04
5. ANNOUNCEMENTS - CONT'D
Commissioner Cox stated she had received thank you letters from the Nye County School District.
6. GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no general public comment.
7. EMERGENCY ITEMS
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8. COMMISSIONERS'IMANAGER'S COMMENTS
Commissioner Trummell stated there was a press release from the Department of Energy yesterday regarding the decision for mode of transportation and corridor route.
Commissioner Neth stated the Board had received a candy gram from Mount Charleston School as a thank you for the funds.
Mr. Maher stated the Amargosa Valley Fire Hall should be completed by Friday.
Commissioner Cox inquired about the delinquent tax problem and how the County was going to handle the issue. She also stated the new BOCC agenda forms were not being filled out properly and she wanted the financial portion of the forms completed when it applied to the issue. She stated at the December 16, 2003 meeting there was a decision made for the process of grants and asked why staff was not complying with that policy.
Commissioner Eastley discussed the NACO Board of Directors meeting and the issue of counties being strapped with the cost to enforce unfunded mandates. Page 3 Date 04/06/04
9. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Commissioner Cox made a motion to approve consent agenda items A through E; seconded by Commissioner Trummell; 5 yeas.
9A. DISCUSSION OF ANY ITEM FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS THAT NEEDS REVIEW BEFORE A DECISION IS MADE.
Commissioner Cox made a motion to approve consent agenda items A through E; seconded by Commissioner Trummell; 5 yeas.
9B. APPROVAL OF ELECTED OFFICIAL COLLECTiON REPORT
Commissioner Cox made a motion to approve consent agenda items A through E; seconded by Commissioner Trummell; 5 yeas.
9C. SIGNING THE APPROVED GENERAL LEDGER TRANSFERS
Commissioner Cox made a motion to approve consent agenda items A through E; seconded by Commissioner Trummell; 5 yeas.
9D. APPROVAL OF ASSESSOR'S OFFICE CHANGE REQUEST
Commissioner Cox made a motion to approve consent agenda items A through E; seconded by Commissioner Trummell; 5 yeas.
9E. APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTIONS
Commissioner Cox made a motion to approve consent agenda items A through E; seconded by Commissioner Trummell; 5 yeas.
10. ASSESSOR
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This item was removed. Page 4 Date 04/06/04
NYE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS RESOLVED TO THE BOARD OF ROAD OF COMMISSIONERS
NYE COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONERS RESOLVED TO THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
30A. REQUEST PERMISSION TO PURSUE GRANT FUNDS FROM THE NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTDN - AMARGOSA VALLEY AND THE MANHATTAN TOWN COMPLEX.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to approve; seconded by Commissioner Eastley; 5 yeas.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to approve; seconded by Commissioner Eastley; 5 yeas.
30C. APPROVAL TO PURCHASE TIRE MACHINE CAPABLE OF CHANGING HEAVY DUTY TRUCK TIRES. ESTIMATED COST IS $6,000.00.
There was general discussion on the best way to utilize the use of the equipment.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to approve out of Fund #492; seconded by Commissioner Carver; 5 yeas.
12G. REPORT ON E.D.E.N.
Commissioner Cox stated there was going to be a teleconference meeting on April 14,2004 on economic development in the Tonopah area. She discussed her concerns regarding members not participating in the meetings.
Commissioner Trummell stated some of the bylaws established for other entities stated if 3 meetings were missed the member was gone.
Commissioner Cox stated the EDEN Board did not want that in their bylaws. Page 5 Date 04/06/04
NYE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS RESOLVED TO THE LICENSING AND LIQUOR BOARD.
NYE COUNTY LICENSING AND LIQUOR BOARD RESOLVED TO THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS.
14. DISTRICT ATTORNEY
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15B. REQUEST APPROVAL TO APPLY FOR THE FORD MOTOR COMPANY FOUNDATION GRANT.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to approve; seconded by Commissioner Eastley.
Commissioner Cox asked for back ground information on the request. She stated nothing had been provided with the agenda.
Rick Marshall, Nye County Sheriff's Department, stated the grant funds would be used to purchase a "Mobile Fire Safety Trainer." He stated the unit could be used throughout the County. He stated they would also be purchasing a one- ton pick up and trailer to pull the unit. He stated they would be asking for PETT funds to meet the match amount.
The motion passed with 5 yeas.
15A. REQUEST APPROVAL TO APPLY FOR THE NEVADA OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY GRANT.
Mr. Marshall explained how the funding option taken on the initial application was beneficial. He stated the funds would be used toward the purchase of a DUI trailer.
Commissioner Cox asked about the County partnering with the Nevada Highway Patrol.
Mr. Marshall stated he had contacted the NHP as well as Las Vegas Metro and they were not interested in a partnership.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to approve; seconded by Commissioner Cox; 5 yeas. Page 6 Date 04106104
15C. REQUEST APPROVAL TO APPLY FOR THE NEVADA OFFICE OF DOMESTIC PREPAREDNESS GRANT.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to approve; seconded by Commissioner Eastley; 5 yeas.
150. DISCUSSION AND DECISION ON A WHOLESALE AND RETAIL FIREWORKS PERMIT; D & T IMPORTS, APPLICANT
Commissioner Neth stated he had done business with the owners and for the record he wanted it noted as a potential conflict.
Johanna Cody, Assistant Sheriff, stated the request was for a renewal and there had never been a problem with the company.
Commissioner Cox made a motion to approve out of Fund #492; seconded by Commissioner Carver; 4 yeas.
15E. REQUEST APPROVAL TO RENEW THE SERVICE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT BETWEEN MOTOROLA AND NYE COUNTY FOR THE GOLD ELITE 91I CONSOLES IN BOTH TONOPAH AND PAHRUMP DISPATCH CENTERS. THIS ANNUAL AGREEMENT WILL RUN FROM 1/1/04 THROUGH 12/21/05 AT A COST OF $21,204.00.
Commissioner Cox asked why the item was not included in the Sheriffs budget.
Mrs. Cody stated Captain Sullivan would have to be contacted on that question.
Commissioner Neth stated the Board would come back to the item later in the meeting.
12H. REPORT ON NCFIAB
Commissioner Cox stated the next meeting was April 19, 2004 at 6:30 p.m. at the Nye County School District Office in Pahrump and teleconference availability at the Tonopah School District Office. She also discussed the Hanford movement to stop mixed level waste. She also stated transportation to Yucca Mountain for the tour would be leaving the Pahrump Community Center between 7:30 and 7:45 a.m. Page 7 Date 04/06/04
121. SET LOCATION OF THE SECOND MEETINGS OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS FOR MAY, JUNE & JULY
Commissioner Cox made a motion to set the May and June meeting for Pahrump and the July meeting to be held in Amargosa Valley; seconded by Commissioner Eastley; 5 yeas.
12J. PROPOSAL OF BILL NO. 2004-08, TO AMEND NCC 6.20.030 TO
Commissioner Eastley made a motion to set the public hearing for May 4, 2004 at 10:OO a.m.; seconded by Commissioner Trummell; 5 yeas.
Commissioner Eastley read the Bill title into the record.
12K. DISCUSSION, DECISION AND POSSIBLE ACTION, INCLUDING EXECUTION OF CONTRACT WITH COUNTY MANAGER.
Commissioner Trummell suggested Larry Beller be involved in the execution of the contract.
Commissioner Cox suggested the item be put on the agenda for the next Pahrump meeting and have Larry Beller in attendance.
There was general discussion on comments being contributed to Mr. Beller by the Board and Mr. Maher for the deliberation of the contract.
Mr. Kent stated he would contact Mr. Beller and let him know the Board's request.
9:30 A.M. APPROVAL OF COUNTY VOUCHERS
Donna Mstis, Nye County Auditor I Recorder, presented vouchers for payment.
Commissioner Eastley made a motion to approve; seconded by Commissioner Carver; 5 yeas. Page 8 Date 04106104
13. CLERK
13A. DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL OF LICENSING AGREEMENT WITH SEQUOIA VOTING SYSTEMS INC.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to approve; seconded by Commissioner Eastley.
Commissioner Cox asked about this being in the budget.
Sandra Merlino, Nye County Clerk, stated the voting systems were purchased by the State of Nevada for all counties. She stated there was a total of 80 units that Nye County would be receiving and how they had to be stored.
Mr. Maher stated he was currently working on storage space for the units.
Mrs. Merlino stated the licensing agreement was the first step in the process.
The motion passed with 5 yeas.
15E. REQUEST APPROVAL TO RENEW THE SERVICE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT BE'TWEEN MOTOROLA AND NYE COUNTY FOR THE GOLD ELITE 91 ICONSOLES IN BOTH TONOPAH AND PAHRUMP DISPATCH CENTERS. THIS ANNUAL AGREEMENT WILL RUN FROM 1/1/04 THROUGH 12121105 AT A COST OF $21,204.00 - CONT'D
Captain Sullivan now present. He stated the request was not in the Sheriff's Department budget. He stated traditionally the renewal was included in past budgets but the current year it was not.
General discussion on what fund to pay for the agreement from.
Mr. Rodwald suggested Captain Sullivan request the agreements from Motorola be dated from fiscal year beginning July 1 through June 30.
Captain Sullivan stated he would contact Motorola and make that request. He stated the agreement was time sensitive.
Commissioner Neth stated to hold the item until later in the afternoon. Page 9 Date 04106104
16. TREASURER
16A. APPROVAL TO CONTRACT WlTH ADVANCE DATA SYSTEMS FOR $18,000 FOR START UP COST AND ADDITIONAL $1,500.00 EACH YEAR AFTER FOR MAINTENANCE, OR WlTH THE NYE COUNTY INFORMATION SYSTEMS DEPARTMENT TO DELIVER TAX COLLECTION DATA TO INTERNET.
Toni North, Chief Deputy Treasurer, stated ADS had originally been their first option. She stated Mr. Liberty had now presented another option through Nye County Information Systems. She stated they were requesting the funding from PETT.
Dale Liberty, lnformation Systems, discussed the products that would be provided through ADS and how those products were not supported through information systems.
There was general discussion on cost and warranty operation of data.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to approve up to $10,000 out of Fund #492; seconded by Commissioner Cox; 5 yeas.
17. JUSTICE(S) OF THE PEACE
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18. DISTRICT COURT
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19. JUVENILE PROBATlON
This item was removed. Page 10 Date 04/06/04
10:OO A.M. PUBLIC HEARING AND DECISION FOR ADOPTION OF BILL NO. 2004-06; AN ORDINANCE ADDING CHAPTER 8.38 TO THE NYE COUNTY CODE ALLOWING ONE OR MORE NATURAL PERSONS TO DESIGNATE AN AREA OF LAND OWNED BY THOSE PERSONS TO BE USED AS A FAMILY CEMETERY; PROVIDING FOR THE SEVERABILITY, CONSTITUTIONALITY, AND EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF; AND OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY RELATING THERETO.
Commissioner Cox questioned the requirement of having to have 320 adjacent acres to establish a family cemetery.
Lorinda Wickman, Rancher, stated under designations and conditions she had a problem with the 320 adjacent acres and she also asked the Board to consider being more lenient with the survey requirement.
Oz Wickman, Rancher, stated it could be a problem trying to obtain a registered land survey at the same time someone was trying to arrange for burial of a loved one. He suggested the Assessor having a general map available.
There was general discussion on the health, welfare and safety of the citizens.
Mr. Wickman stated he understood the health issue and agreed with there being an off set from property lines and drinking water sources.
Erik Levin, Deputy District Attorney, stated if there were initial changes being discussed he recommended starting the process over by obtaining a new Bill number and proposing it at another meeting.
There was more general discussion and another hearing date was set for the proposal and possible adoption of the Bill at the next Tonopah meeting on May 4, 2004 at 10:30 a.m.
20. BUDGET
IT' FOR THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES OF
Mr. Rodewald reviewed the request and the savings to the County. He stated this was the third proposal brought before the board this year. Page 11 Date 04/06/04
Commissioner Eastley asked if the employees that were eligible had been contacted.
Mr. Rodewald stated he did not know if everyone had been talked to. He stated the County wanted to give employees the option and not to push them out.
There was general discussion on the cost of the purchase.
Jim Allan, HR and Risk Management, reviewed the financial impact and savings to the County. He stated the range of savings was $ 100,000.00 to $ 500,000.00 per year depending on the different scenarios and schedules that could be used.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to approve offering the incentive option for employees qualified provided that they give their written notice of intent by April 15, 2004 with an effective retirement date no later than April 30, 2004 and the funding for the item to come primarily out of Fund #656 and any additional costs come out of Fund #492 with the caveat no replacements will be allowed without specific approval from the Board; seconded by Commissioner Eastley.
Mr. Levin stated he needed to point out there were two elected officials on the list that the Board would not be able to prevent their replacement.
Commissioner Trummell amended her motion to say that all of the employees who are non-elected officials need approval to be replaced by the Board of Commissioners; Commissioner Eastley seconded the amendment.
Commissioner Cox asked for clarification of the time frame for being able to fill positions and stated her concerns with the 4 eligible people listed in the road department. She suggested asking the department head how that would effect his department.
Mr. Rodewald stated the road department funding was different from the general fund money and would be exempt.
Commissioner Trummell stated to amend her motion accordingly; Commissioner Eastley stated seconded accordingly; 5 yeas. Page 12 Date 04106104
10:30 A.M. PRESENTATIONS AND AWARDS: THERE WILL BE NINE (91 EMPLOYEES HONORED AND PRESENTED WITH CERTIFICATES AND/OR PLAQUES FOR THEIR YEARS OF SERVICE: SHERYL WASHINGTON, BRENDA WILSON, JIM ALLAN, JIM ANDERSON, MIKE WASHINGTON, AND KIM ZIMMERMAN FOR 5 YEARS OF SERVICE; SANDRA MERLIN0 FOR 10 YEARS OF SERVICE: RHONDA MCLAUGHLIN-POPE FOR 15 YEARS OF SERVICE; AND JEANETTE WILSON FOR 20 YEARS OF SERVICE.
Commissioner Neth presented awards and plaques to the employees for their years of service to Nye County.
Commissioner Eastiey presented an award to the Tonopah High School Academic Olympic team consisting of Zach Littlefield, Mark Lawrence, Jo Kaminiski and Jamie Wilson on behalf of Governor Kenny Guinn for their achievements and being stellar examples to the citizens of the Silver State.
20B. 1. SET DATE AND TlME FOR APPROVAL OF FINAL BUDGET FOR FY 2004-05. NRS 354.596 REQUIRES THAT A BUDGET HEARING BE HELD ON THE THIRD MONDAY IN MAY TO DO THIS. THE RECOMMENDED DATE; THEREFORE, IS MONDAY, MAY 17,2004. TlME FOR THE HEARING IS RECOMMENDED TO BE 10:OO A.M. 2. PROVIDE GENERAL DIRECTION TO STAFF REGARDING THE PREPARATION OF THE TENTATIVE BUDGET.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to set the date for May 17, 2004 at 10:OO a.m. in Pahrump; seconded by Commissioner Cox; 5 yeas.
Mr. Rodewald stated he would advertise for the public hearing. He also discussed the contingency fund requirements and other areas that needed direction from the Board.
Commissioner Neth stated he wanted to see Mr. Rodewald prepare the budget as if PETT did not exist. He reviewed what expenses should be embodied into the individual departmental budgets.
Commissioner Trummeil and Mr. Rodewald discussed the ending fund balance and the possibility of discrepancies in the figures. Page 13 Date 04106104
qG THE PREPARATION OF THE TENTATIVE BUDGET- CONT'D
Commissioner Cox stated all departments should have complete budgets. She reviewed what should be included in those budgets. She stated there should be meetings with department heads regarding use of PETfunds for the coming year. She also referred to a news article on the H.T.E. sysiem and stated it had not been the County's fault.
20C. DISCUSSION AND DECISION ON THE DISPOSITION OF THE TAX RATE ($0.0242) FOR NYE REGIONAL HOSPITAL'S DEBT SERVICE FUND. POSSIBLE ALTERNATIVES: (I). DO NOT ASSESS IN FY 2004-05, (2). ALLOCATE AMONG THE TAXABLE ENTITIES; E.G. $0.01 TO NYE COUNTY AND $0.0142 TO THE REMAINING ENTITIES, (3). ALLOCATE ONLY TO NYE COUNTY TAX RATE, (4). ALLOCATE TO TAXABLE ENTITIES EXCLUDING NYE COUNTY.
Mr. Rodewald stated there was enough ending fund balance to pay off the existing debt.
Commissioner Eastley clarified that the allocation of the funds would go to Northern Nye County communities including the Amargosa Library District.
Commissioner Eastley made a motion to adopt option #I;seconded by Commissioner Cox; 5 yeas.
20D. APPROVAL TO EXTEND DEADLINE FOR EXPENDITURE OF NYE COUNTY 2003 PETT APPROPIATIONS.
Mr. Rodewald stated he had sent a memo out and the town of Pahrump was the only entity that had responded. He reviewed what allocations they had reported.
Commissioner Cox made a motion to approve the extension of the town of Pahrump's expenditures; seconded by Commissioner Eastley; 5 yeas. Page 14 Date 04/06/04
206. SET DATE AND TIME FOR APPROVAL OF FINAL BUDGET FOR FY 2004-05. NRS 354.596 REQUIRES THAT A BUDGET HEARING BE HELD ON THE THIRD MAONDYA IN MAY TO DO THIS. THE RECOMMENDED DATE; THEREFORE, IS MONDAY, MAY 17,2004. TIME FOR THE HEARING IS RECOMMENDED TO BE 10:OO A.M. 2. PROVIDE GENERAL DIRECTION TO STAFF REGARDING THE PREPARATION OF THE TENTATIVE BUDGET - CONT'D.
Commissioner Trummell stated she wrote the figures on the board regarding the ending fund balance discrepancy so that everyone could understand what she was talking about. She stated they couldn't count $ 620,000.00 as a positive to bring down the million-dollar deficit and then transfer it out and say it doesn't count anymore.
21. COUNTY MANAGER
21A. I.CREATE POSITION OF COMPTROLLER EFFECTIVE JULY I,2004. 3. AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY MANAGER TO REORGANIZE FUNCTIONS THAT CAN APPROPRIATELY REPORT TO THE COMPTROLLER. 4. AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY MANAGER TO RETAIN THE SERVTCESOF AN EXECUTIVE SEARCH FIRM TO FIND AN INDIVIDUAL TO FILL THE COMPTROLLER POSITION.
Commissioner Cox asked whey these issues were removed from a previous agenda and now were back on the agenda without going through the process as directed at the previous BOCC meeting.
Mr. Maher discussed why the issues needed to be resolved before the next budget year.
There was general discussion on need versus requirements.
Commissioner Eastley made a motion to approve 21A - I(Create position of Comptroller effective July 1, 2004.); seconded by Commissioner Carver; 3 yeas. Commissioner Cox and Commissioner Trummell voted no.
2. AUTHORIZE RECRUITMENT AND HIRING OF A COMPTROLLER TO BEGIN WORK JULY I,2004.
Commissioner Eastley made a motion to approve 21A - 2 (Authorize recruitment and hiring of a comptroller to begin work July 1, 2004.); seconded by Commissioner Carver; 4 yeas. Commissioner Cox voted no. Page 15 Date 04106104
21A 3. AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY MANAGER TO REORGANIZE FUNCTIONS THAT CAN APPROPRIATELY REPORT TO THE COMPTROLLER.
Commissioner Trummell stated on 21A - 3 there needed to be a reorganization concept first.
Commissioner Neth suggested scheduling an informal workshop on the issue.
There was no action taken on 21A-3.
21A 4. AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY MANAGER TO RE AIN THE SERVICES OF AN EXECUTIVE SEARCH FIRM TO FIND AN INDIVIDUAL TO FILL THE COMPTROLLER POSITION.
Commissioner Eastley made a motion to approve 21A-4 (Authorize the County Manager to retain the services of an executive search firm to find an individual to fill the Comptroller position.); seconded by Commissioner Carver.
Commissioner Trummell and Commissioner Cox suggested using the County's own Human Resources Department to do the search.
Commissioner Eastley stated the position was new and they needed someone with high experience & qualifications.
There was general discussion on why the County needed to hire an executive search firm.
Mr. Maher stated the County could use Larry Beller for under $ 20,000.00 to conduct the search.
Mr. Allan stated he would be happy to facilitate the search. He stated finance was his background.
There was discussion on Mr. Allan applying for the position.
Commissioner Trummell asked about the cost difference between Larry Beller and Mercer doing the search.
Mr. Maher stated he would have to discuss the issue with Mr. Beller. Page 16 Date 04106104
21A. 4. AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY MANAGER TO RETAIN THE SERVICES OF AN EXECUTIVE SEARCH FIRM TO FIND AN INDIVIDUAL TO FILL THE COMPTROLLER POSITION - CONT'D.
Commissioner Neth stated Mr. Allan could save the County the expense of using an executive search firm.
The motion was voted down with 3 nays. Commissioner Eastley and Carver voted yes.
21 B. 1 AUTHORIZE FILLING THE POSITION OF ASSISTANT COUNTY MANAGER.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to deny and have the request considered next fiscal year along with the other requests; seconded by Commissioner Cox.
Commissioner Neth stated the position had already been considered in the budget.
There was general discussion on the starting salary and location of the position.
The motion did not pass with 4 nays. Commissioner Trummell voted yes.
Commissioner Eastley made a motion to approve; seconded by Commissioner Cox; 4 yeas. Commissioner Trummell voted no.
21B. 2. AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY MANAGER TO RETAIN THE SERVICES OF EXECUTIVE SEARCH FIRM TO FIND AN INDIVIDUAL TO FILL THE ASSISTANT COUNTY MANAGER POSITION.
There was general discussion on utilizing the Human Resources Department.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to approve the use of an executive search firm with the contract to come before the Board; seconded by Cornmissioner Eastley; 5 yeas. Page 17 Date 04106104
Commissioner Eastley made a motion to approve out of Fund #492; seconded by Commissioner Carver.
Commissioner Cox clarified what funds Mr. Chenault would be raising for his own spending and travel.
Commissioner Trummell stated the Board needed to establish a set policy and criteria for applying for funding to participate in educational youth programs.
There was general discussion on tuition being covered and what the limits should be.
The motion passed with 5 yeas.
31. SENIOR SERVICES
31A. APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN LOGISTI CARE, INC. AND THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS TO PROVIDE TRANSPORTATION TO MEDICAID PATIENTS FOR MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS IN LAS VEGAS AND RENO, THROUGH THE NYE COUNTY SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to approve; seconded by Commissioner Eastley; 5 yeas.
32. PUBLIC PETITIONERS
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22. EMERGENCY SERVICES
22A. APPROVAL TO APPLY FOR FEDERAL FY 2004 HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT.
Bill Hall, Emergency Services Director, reviewed the application and stated it was the same as what the Sheriff's Office was applying for.
Commissioner Cox asked why the information was not in the back up. Page 18 Date 04106104
22A. APPROVAL TO APPLY FOR FEDERAL FY 2004 HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT-CONT'D.
Mr. Hall stated the intent was to request equipment for the Pahrump Fire Department and the Haz-Mat teams. He reviewed the dollars available and through what programs. He also stated the needs assessment had been completed.
There was general discussion on what was supposed to be included in the agenda back-up packet.
Mr. Hall discussed the awareness programs.
Commissioner Cox asked if there was an emergency operations plan in place.
Mr. Hall stated there was a plan in place.
Commissioner Cox stated she had a problem with approving the request when there was no backup for the item.
There was general discussion on a policy being in place and the request being in compliance with that policy.
Mr. Maher stated he could have Mr. Hall put together a package and then call a special meeting for approval prior to the cut off date. He stated he would draft a policy and have that put on an agenda.
Commissioner Trummell reviewed what she thought was in place for the grant process.
There was general discussion on what was in place and what needed to be approved by the Board.
Commissioner Eastley made a motion to approve; seconded by Commissioner Trummell; 4 yeas. Commissioner Cox voted no. Page 19 Date 04/06/04
21. COUNTY MANAGER
21C. DISCUSSION AND DECISION ON APPROVAL OR REJECTION, AND/OR DIRECTION TO STAFF, REGARDING PROPOSAL FOR PURCHASE OF 3.5 ACRES OF LAND AT THE TONOPAH AIRPORT.
Commissioner Trummell asked if the request complied with the State Statutes for disposition of County owned property.
Mr. Levin stated no.
Commissioner Eastiey stated Nye County was one of the counties that had a legislatively created vehicle for disposing of land through a regional development corporation. She stated this item would be handled through the RDC.
Mr. Maher stated he needed the Board to understand how and what was going to be occurring with the STRDC. He reviewed the procedures.
Commissioner Eastley made a motion in principle to approve the sale of the property depending on the outcome of the next scheduled meeting of the STRDC.
There was general discussion on what needed to be established regarding land purchases, time lines and relocation.
Commissioner Eastley discussed the STRDC being relocated to Nye County from Clark County.
Mr. Levin stated there was nothing for the Board to approve or disapprove at the moment.
Commissioner Eastley withdrew her motion.
23. GENERAL SERVICES
23A. APPROVAL OF INSTALLATION OF NEW HVAC UNIT IN THE PAHRUMP JAIL AND REPAIR OF DUCT WORK AND ECONlMlSERS ON EXISTING HVAC UNITS. ESTIMATED COST IS $7,800.00.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to approve out of Fund #490; seconded by Commissioner Eastley; 5 yeas. Page 20 Date 04106104
24. HEALTH & HUMAN SERVlCES
24A. APPROVAL OF 2005 AGREEMENT TO USE ACCOUNT OF LOW- INCOME HOUSING WELFARE SET-ASIDE FUNDS BY NYE COUNTY.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to approve; seconded by Commissioner Eastley; 5 yeas.
246. APPROVAL OF APPLICATION FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE BLOCK GRANT FOR FISCAL YEARS 2005,2006 AND 2007.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to approve; seconded by Commissioner Cox; 5 yeas.
25. MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
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3. READING AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' MEETING(S) FOR FEBRUARY 3,2004 AND MARCH 2, 2004-CONT'D.
Commissioner Trummell stated on page 20 of the March 2, 2004 minutes under item 11N the date for the contract should be through June 2005 not June 2004.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to amend the minutes to reflect the change; seconded by Commissioner Cox; 4 yeas. Commissioner Eastley abstained.
28. PLANNING
28A. DECISION CONCERNING SETTING A DATE, TIME AND LOCATION FOR A PUBLIC HEARING RELATIVE TO A PETITION TO ABANDON SEVERAL PORTIONS OF ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY
Commissioner Eastley made a motion to set the public hearing for May 4, 2004 at 11 :00 a.m.; seconded by Commissioner Trummell; 5 yeas.
29. PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR
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1:30 P.M. APPROVAL OF COUNTY MISSION STATEMENT AND PROVIDE STAFF DIRECTION TO STRATEGIC GOAL SETTING PROCESS
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to approve; seconded by Commissioner Eastley; 5 yeas.
Anne Silver, Larry Beller and Associates, read the mission statement into the record.
There was general discussion on the establishment of a strategic plan for the current budget year.
Mr. Rodewald stated the budget had been already set for the current year
12D. CLOSURE OF MEETING. PURSUANT TO NRS 241.015 2 (BI(2) FOR PURPOSES OF CONFERRING WlTH COUNSEL REGARDING POTENTIAL OR CURRENT LITIGATION.
Commissioner Cox made a motion to close the meeting; seconded by Commissioner Eastley; 5 yeas.
12E. CLOSED MEETING, PURSUANT TO NRS 241.015 FOR PURPOSES OF CONFERRING WlTH COUNSEL REGARDING POTENTIAL OR CURRENT LITIGATION.
Board in closed session.
12F. DECISIONS ON CONFERENCE WlTH COUNSEL REGARDING POTENTIAL OR CURRENT LITIGATION PRESENTED IN CLOSED MEETING.
Board returned to open meeting with no action taken.
12L. DISCUSSION, DECISION AND POSSIBLE ACTION, INCLUDING ACCEPTING OFFER FOR PAYMENT FOR TITLE TO PAHRUMP MEDICAL
Commissioner Eastley made a motion to approve out of Fund #492 not to exceed $40,000.00; seconded by Commissioner Carver; 5 yeas. Page 22 Date 04/06/04
ELITE 91 1 CONSOLES IN 6
- 12/21/05 AT A COST OF $21,204.00 - CONT'D
Captain Sullivan stated Motorola had no problem with how the County wanted to do the billing cycle.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to approve until the end of the fiscal year at a prorated amount; seconded by Commissioner Cox; 5 yeas.
2:00 P.M. BID AWARDS:
DAYS.
Dale Liberty, Information Systems, reviewed the equipment information and stated the only bid received was from Data & Voice lntegration Systems. He stated the Pahrump system would be a mobile type unit that could be moved around to where the meeting would be held and the Tonopah unit would be fixed.
There was general discussion on the maintenance response time and technical support.
Stacey Jones, Data & Voice lntegration Systems, reviewed what was included in the purchase of the system and what would be the maintenance and warranty cost after that service expired.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to award the Bid #2004-05 to Data & Voice lntegration Systems out of Capital Projects Fund #490; seconded by Commissioner Cox; 5 yeas.
Jeff Galantro, Data & Voice lntegration Systems, stated they would begin the installation process within the next 30 days. Page 23 Date 04106104
B. ACCEPT, SELECT QR REJECT ANY QR ALL BIDS AND PRQVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF FOR BID #2004-04 - PAHRUMP LANDFILL SCALE. THE TOTAL COST IS $47,240.00. PAYMENT TERMS ARE NET 30 DAYS.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to accept Bid #2004-04 from Fairbanks Scales out of the Landfill Fund and if the Fund needed reimbursement the Public Works Department could come before the Board; seconded by Commissioner Eastiey; 5 yeas.
26. NATURAL RESOURCES AND FEDERAL FACILITIES
26A. REQUEST FOR $21,000 IN ADDITIONAL FUNDING TO COMPLETE THE PUBLIC MEETINGS LEADING TO THE NYE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS (BOCC) CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTING THE DRAFT NYE COUNTY WATER RESOURCES PLAN.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to approve out of Fund #492; seconded by Commissioner Eastley.
David Swanson reviewed what was coming out of the public meetings.
The motion passed with 5 yeas.
26B. APPROVAL OF BUDGET FOR 2003-04 NWRPO OVERSIGHT PROGRAM RELATIVE TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY'S YUCCA MOUNTAIN PROJECT.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to approve; seconded by Commissioner Eastley; 5 yeas.
26C. APPROVAL OF 2004-05 BUDGET, 17 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS AND 1 LEASE AGREEMENT REQUIRED TO SUPPORT THE NUCLEAR WASTE REPOSITORY PROJECT OFFICE'S (NWRPO'SL INDEPENDENT SCIENTIFIC INVESTIGATION PROGRAM (ISIP) AS LISTED BELOW:
Les Bradshaw, NRFF, reviewed the contractors' scope of work and their capabilities. He pulled contract XV and stated the University of Texas, El Paso would be supplying their own contract at a later date.
Commissioner Eastley asked if there were other government entities or companies that would use Nye County's data from the testing. Page 24 Date 04106104
26C. APPROVAL OF 2004-05 BUDGET, 17 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
NUCLEAR WASTE REPOSITORY PROJECT OFFICE'S (NWRPO'S) INDEPENDENT SCIENTIFIC INVESTIGATION PROGRAM (ISIP) AS LISTED BELOW: - CONT'D
Mr. Bradshaw stated some of the data was embedded in the Department of Energy's practices. He stated the information was promulgated when it suited the DOE.
Commissioner Trummell questioned how some of the tasks were repetitive and why they could not have a fixed or flat fee rate.
Doctor Hammermiester reviewed how the contracts were determined and explained the work being done.
Mr. Bradshaw discussed how the flat fee rate usually came out higher than the hourly rate for a project. He stated he relied on people's integrity and he would know if the County was getting ripped off on a project.
Dr. Hammermiester gave an example of the repetitive task of water monitoring projects. He stated breaking those out would not make sense because the geologist lives in the Pahrump area. commissioner Eastley made a motion to approve agreements 26C I through xiv and xvi through xviii; seconded by Commissioner Carver.
Commissioner Cox thanked Mr. Bradshaw for preparing the background information. She discussed her reasons for not being able to support the contracts. She stated she wanted to see the contracts go through an RFQ process for qualifications.
The motion passed with 3 yeas. Commissioner Trummell and Commissioner Cox voted no.
Mr. Bradshaw announced the annual Devils Hole workshop would be June 2, 2004 at 9:00 a.m. He stated several contractors from the Nye County projects would be there to review and answer questions. Page 25 Date 04106104
26C. APPROVAL OF 2004-05 BUDGET, 17 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS AND ILEASE AGREEMENT REQUIRED TO SUPPORT THE NUCLEAR WASTE REPOSITORY PROJECT OFFICE'S (NWRPO'S) INDEPENDENT SClENlTlFlC INVESTIGATION PROGRAM (ISIP) AS LISTED BELOW: - CONT'D I THOMAS H. ANDERSON, REGIONAL GEOLOGIC CHARACTERIZATION - 26F. DISCUSSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS ON U.S. FOREST SERVICE PURCHASE OF IDLEWILD CAMPGROUND.
11. WILLIAM BELKE, QUALITY ASSURANCE - $12,080
Ill. THOMAS S. BUQO CONSULTING HYDROGEOLOGIST, INC., REGIONAL WATER LEVEL MONITORING AND SURFACE GEOPHYSICAL SURVEYS -
IV. BOARD OF REGENTS CCSN-UNR-GEORGE DANKO, VENTILATION MODELING - $80,000. V. EARTH KNOWLEDGE, LLC, DATA MANAGEMENT - $190,000 V. JAMES FOSTER, LAB TECHNICIAN - $40.000
VII. MARY ELLEN GlAMPAOLl DBA ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST, ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE AND RESTORATION -
VIII. KENNETH R. HOOKS DBA CARRUTHERS & ASSOCIATES, QUALITY ASSURANCE - $10,000. IX. ED HUSKINSON, JR., GEOLOGIST SUPPORT - $30,000.
X, JAMIESON WALKER DBA JAMIESON GEOLOGICAL, INC., MANAGING
XI. JOSEPH (SPIKE) LACOMB, JR., GEOLOGIST - $85,000 XII. QUESTA ENGINEERING CORP, AQUIFER AND TRACER TESTING - $200,000
XIII. ROCKY ROCKWOOD TECHNICIAN II, FIELD TECHNICIAN - $50.000. Page 26 Date 04/06/04
BELOW: - CONT'D
XIV. TERRA SPECTRA GEOMATICS, INC., WEBSITE AND MAP PRODUCTION - $60,000.
XV. UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS EL PAS0 (GRADUATE STUDENT SUPPORT),
XVI. JOHN WALTON, WATER CHEMISTRY MONITORING AND VENTILATION MODELING - $50.000 XVII. JAMES R. (BOB) VVILCOXON, GEOLOGIST - $70,000.
XVIII. LEASE AGREEMENT WITH ANDY JORDAN FOR OFFICE SPACE FOR THE NUCLEAR WASTE REPOSITORY PROJECT OFFICE (NWRPO) ROCK HYDRAULIC PROPERTY TESTING FACILITY LOCATED AT 1231 EAST BASIN ROAD, PAHRUMP, NEVADA
Commissioner Eastley made a motion o approve agreements 26C i through xiv and xvi through xviii; seconded by Commissioner Carver. The motion passed with 3 yeas. Commissioner Trummell and Commissioner Cox voted no.
260. REQUEST PERMISSION TO PURSUE GRANT FUNDS FROM THE NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION - PAHRUMP VALLEY.
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to approve; seconded by Commissioner Eastley; 5 yeas.
26E. REQUEST TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING CONCERNING THE FORMATION OF A NYE COUNTY WEED DISTRICT PER CHAPTERS 308, 318, AND 555 OF THE NEVADA REVISED STATUTES.
Commissioner Eastley made a motion to set the public hearing for May 4, 2004 at 11:45 a.m. and May 17,2004 at 2:30 p.m.; seconded by Commissioner Carver; 5 yeas. Page 27 Date 04/06/04
26F. DISCUSSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS ON US. FOREST SERVICE PURCHASE OF IDLEWILD CAMPGROUND.
James Marble, NRFF, reviewed the property ownership.
Commissioner Eastley suggested the county looking into purchasing the property through the Bright Angel Project.
Commissioner Carver stated the property had been used last year. She suggested talking with Stretch Baker after he makes a few phone calls and come back to the item.
26F. DISCUSSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS ON U.S. FOREST SERVICE PURCHASE OF IDLEWILD CAMPGROUND.
There was general discussion on why the area was not used on a regular basis.
26G. DECISION ON RESOLUTION OF NON-COMPLIANT USE OF FORMER TONOPAH AIR FORCE BASE PROPERTY.
Dr. Marble reviewed the offer by the government to purchase the restrictions on the property. He stated an appraisal was needed on the value of the federal interest in the property. He also reviewed what area was included in the property. He stated the property would have to be cleaned up before it was returned to the Federal Government or transferred to the Nye County School District.
Commissioner Eastley suggested the property might be a potential Brownsfield project.
Dr. Marble stated the County was in violation of the lease. He reviewed the different options the County would have with the property. He recommended purchasing the Federal Restrictions on the property. He stated he was working on getting an estimate on what an appraisal would cost.
Commissioner Eastley reviewed her experience with the GSA process on purchasing property.
Mary Ellen Giampaoli stated she was not familiar with the process.
Dr. Marble stated the Federal Government held an easement on the property and the County would be purchasing the easement. Page 28 Date 04/06/04
26G. DECISION ON RESOLUTION OF NON-COMPLIANT USE OF FORMER TONOPAH AIR FORCE BASE PROPER
There was general discussion on how the process worked.
Commissioner Trummell suggested continuing the research on purchasing the property.
There was general discussion on what the recommendations should be to staff.
Commissioner Eastley made a motion to approve pursuing the appraisal of the former Tonopah Air Force Base property and paying for an appraisal of the federal interest on the property.
Commissioner Eastley pulled her motion and moved that the County send a letter to GSA and the National Park Service informing them that the County had opted to pursue the appraisal; seconded by Commissioner Carver; 5 yeas.
26E. REQUEST TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING CONCERNING THE FORMATION OF A NYE COUNTY WEED DISTRICT PER CHAPTERS 308, 318. AND 555 OF THE NEVADA REVISED STATUTES - CONT'D.
Dr. Marble asked if there was a separate motion to authorize publication of the notice of public hearing.
Commissioner Eastley stated it was part of the process.
There was general discussion on how the district had to be established and the process.
26F. DISCUSSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS ON U.S. FOREST SERVICE PURCHASE OF IDLEWILD CAMPGROUND - CONT'D.
Commissioner Carver stated the Reno Boy Scout Council owned the property. She reviewed.
Commissioner Eastley made a motion to authorize Dr. Marble or any other appropriate staff to contact the Boy Scouts of America and see if Nye County could buy the property; seconded by Commissioner Carver; 5 yeas. Page 29 Date 04/06/04
27. HIR AND RISK MANAGEMENT
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12A. CLOSURE OF MEETING, PURSUANT TO NRS 241.030(2) AND 288.220(1-4) FOR PURPOSES OF CONFERRING WlTH THE COUNTY'S MANAGEMENT REPRESENTATIVES REGARDING LABOR NEGOTIATIONS, ISSUES AND OTHER PERSONNEL MATTERS.
Commissioner Eastley made a motion to close the meeting; seconded by Commissioner Carver; 5 yeas.
12B. CLOSED MEETING, PURSUANT TO NRS 288.220(4) FOR PURPOSES OF CONFERRING WlTH THE COUNTY'S MANAGEMENT REPRESENTATIVES REGARDING LABOR NEGOTIATIONS, ISSUES AND OTHER PERSONNEL MATTERS.
Board in closed session.
12C. DECISIONS ON LABOR NEGOTIATIONS, ISSUES AND OTHER PERSONNEL MATTERS PRESENTED IN CLOSED MEETING.
There was no action taken.
120. CLOSURE OF MEETING, PURSUANT TO NRS 241.015 2 (b)(2) FOR PURPOSES OF CONFERRING WlTH COUNSEL REGARDING POTENTIAL OR CURRENT LITIGATION - CONT'D.
Commissioner Eastley made a motion to close the meeting; seconded by Commissioner Carver; 5 yeas.
12E. CLOSED MEETING, PURSUANT TO NRS 241.015 (b)(2) FOR PURPOSES OF CONFERRING WlTH COUNSEL REGARDING POTENTIAL OR CURRENT LITIGATION - CONT'D.
Board in closed session.
12F. DECISIONS ON CONFERENCE WITH COUNSEL REGARDING POTENTIAL OR CURRENT LITIGATION PRESENTED IN CLOSED MEETING.
There was no action taken. Page 30 Date 04/06/04
33. GENERAL PUBLlC COMMENT.
There was no general public comment.
34. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Eastley congratulated Misti Rooks on her first baby,
Commissioner Trummell made a motion to adjourn; seconded by Commissioner Eastley; 5 yeas.
APPROVED this day ATTESTED: of ,2004
Chairperson, BOCC Nye County Clerk / Deputy Page 1 Date 0511 1104
Pursuant to NRS, the Nye County Board of Commissioners for a Special Teleconference Meeting at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioner's Chambers at 101 Radar Road, Tonopah, NV 89049
Henry Neth, Chairman Candice Trummell, Vice-chairman Midge Carver, Commissioner Joni Eastley, Commissioner Patricia Cox, Commissioner Sandra L. Merlino, Ex-Officio Clerk of the Board Erik Levin, Deputy District Attorney Michael Maher, County Manager
Present in Person: Sandra L. Merlino, Michael Maher, Charles Rodewald, Budget Director
Present by Telephone: Commissioner Carver, Commissioner Cox, Commissioner Eastley, and Richard Marshall, Assistant Sheriff
Not Present: Commissioner Neth, Commissioner Trummell, and Erik Levin, Deputy District Attorney
Commissioner Eastley opened the meeting in the absence of the Chairman and Vice- Chairman
9:00 A.M. ACTION - DISCUSSION, DECISION AND APPROVAL TO APPLY FOR THE STATE OF NEVADA VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMAN ACT GRANT.
Rick Marshall, Assistant Sheriff, stated that this was a continuation grant they receive every year for the sexual assault response team. He explained that they could do an in-kind match by having their instructors put on sexual assault seminars for the public and a cash match.
Mr. Marshall stated the total grant request was for $33,797. Of that, their match was $14,424. The actual cash match was $10,017.
Commissioner Eastley asked if they had to collaborate with No to Abuse.
Mr. Marshall stated they had agreements with No to Abuse, the District Attorney's Office and the Public Health Nurse.
Commissioner Cox made a motion to approve; seconded by Carver; 3 yeas. Page 2 Date 0511 1104
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was none.
Commissioner Cox made a motion to adjourn; seconded by Commissioner Carver; 3 yeas.
Meeting adjourned.
APPROVED this day of ATTEST:
,2004.
-- Chair Nye County Clerk